Why does everyone in town hate him so much? He was literally shielding people from the orbital blasts and shit. That just never made sense to me.
Apollo gave good answers, but this is what I believe happens for the townsfolk
Spoiler
Remember how all the hospital equipment was wrapped in plastic? It’s because no one ever got sick. Will Macon was devoted to her because she cured his cancer when he was dying. I’m sure she made other deals around town and keeps everyone healthy. Once the Manhunter was gone, all of those benefits were lost. People could get sick, people could get cancer, people could die again. And for them, the blasts from the Manhunter only happened because of Hal. I think that’s why they really hated him so much and were willing to offer him as a scapegoat for the entire situation. The townsfolk lost their gift because of Hal.
I agree, the story should have been a little more clear. To be fair, I like watching the New Rockstars breakdown videos after each episode. It helps having folks who are nerdier than me explain everything.
Apollo gave good answers, but this is what I believe happens for the townsfolk
Spoiler
Remember how all the hospital equipment was wrapped in plastic? It’s because no one ever got sick. Will Macon was devoted to her because she cured his cancer when he was dying. I’m sure she made other deals around town and keeps everyone healthy. Once the Manhunter was gone, all of those benefits were lost. People could get sick, people could get cancer, people could die again. And for them, the blasts from the Manhunter only happened because of Hal. I think that’s why they really hated him so much and were willing to offer him as a scapegoat for the entire situation. The townsfolk lost their gift because of Hal.
That makes sense I guess. They should have made it more clear. Just some odd storytelling choices imo
I agree, the story should have been a little more clear. To be fair, I like watching the New Rockstars breakdown videos after each episode. It helps having folks who are nerdier than me explain everything.