Alice in Borderland: What Was the Joker Card Hinting At?

 

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  Alice in Borderland left fans with a major mystery at the end of Season 2—the Joker card. While Arisu and the others finally escaped the deadly games, the final shot teased something bigger lurking in the shadows. So, what does this card mean? Is there a Season 3 coming? Let’s break it down!

The Joker Card – A New Game or Something Else?

In the final moments of Alice in Borderland Season 2, just as everything seemed to return to normal, a Joker card appeared on a table. This was a massive shift from all the numbered and face cards used in the games. So, what does it symbolize?

1. The Joker as the "Ferryman"

In Haro Aso’s original manga, the Joker is referred to as the "Ferryman"—a figure who guides the dead between worlds. If the show follows the manga’s themes, this could mean that Arisu and the survivors never truly "escaped." Maybe they’re just in another level of the Borderlands, and their journey isn’t over yet.

2. A New, Even Deadlier Set of Games

The Borderland games were all ruled by the numbered cards (regular games) and the face cards (boss-level games). But the Joker was never used—until now. This could mean that a completely different type of game is about to start in Season 3, one that makes the previous challenges look easy in comparison.

3. A Message About Reality

Some fans believe the Joker card hints that everything we've seen so far—Arisu’s return to the real world, the hospital scene—might not be real. Could it all be another illusion? Maybe the Joker represents chaos and deception, suggesting that what we think is the "real world" is just another layer of the game.

Will There Be an Alice in Borderland Season 3?

As of now, Netflix hasn’t officially confirmed Season 3, but the Joker card definitely hints that there’s more story to tell. Considering the huge success of Season 2, it’s very likely that we’ll get another season exploring what the Joker card means.

There’s also the fact that the manga has a spinoff series called "Alice in Borderland: Retry", which follows Arisu after the main story. If Season 3 happens, it could be inspired by this storyline or take a completely new direction.

Final Thoughts – What’s Next for Arisu?

Whether the Joker card represents a new game, a hidden reality, or something even scarier, one thing is certain—Alice in Borderland isn’t done messing with our minds. Season 3, if it happens, could completely change the rules again.

What do you think the Joker card means? Let’s discuss in the comments!