Best Characters in Season 2, Ranked

Summary

• Squid Game Season 2 introduces diverse characters with unique stories and captivates audiences.

• New characters like Jung Bae and Geum-Ja add depth and relatability to the series' plot.

• Antagonists like the Recruiter and Su-Bong bring intense dynamics and complexity to the game.

The highly anticipated second season of the world-famous Squid Game drama series is finally here Netflix. Some time after the phenomenal debut of the first season, the second season of Squid game has received very positive reviews. The story takes a different turn when Gi-Hun, the winner of the previous season, decides to track down the sinister group behind the game and bring it into the spotlight. Unfortunately, this approach forces Gi-hun back into the game, where he always seems to be two steps behind.

The second season of Squid game is a wild ride of personalities with numerous characters. Some characters get in the way of saving lives, others try to increase the group's chances of survival, and some fall somewhere in between. Every character that gets some screen time has a unique story that draws audiences in and makes them hope that they make it to the end.

Spoilers ahead for season 2 of Squid Game.

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Jung Bae, played by Lee Seo-Hwan

A likeable character driven by needs rather than greed

To Gi-hun's surprise, Jung Bae arrives as they approach the first game of the series. The two go back years and Gi-Hun is horrified to see his old friend with such a cheerful attitude in such a dire situation. As the series progresses, Jung Bae realizes that he has put his life and his family at risk.

His deep inner turmoil drives him to want to quit the game one second and then become desperate for another chance at financial freedom the next. Jung Bae brought a relatable energy to the series and presented an everyman character who would best empathize with such a situation.

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Geum-Ja, played by Kang Ae-Slm

A tragic story about a mother's love

This mother-son duo that appeared at the start of the game seemed like opportunists hoping to make it big with little effort. However, as the series continued and the characters were given a chance to breathe, viewers learned that the truth was much more tragic.

Geum-Ja, an older lady with most of her years behind her, was vigorous in keeping her son out of trouble. Although she made some financial mistakes, she cared little for her own safety and more for that of her son. The concern and compassion that Geum-ja displayed in the second half of the season was an interesting contrast compared to the hostility that surrounded her at the beginning.

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The Recruiter, played by Gong Yoo

A clear villain that represents the games

The Recruiter appears to be the face of the Squid Games, acting as a scout for hapless individuals who would make excellent cannon fodder for the organization's entertainment. At the start of the season, fans got a closer look at the recruiter aimed at tracking him down and finding out where the games are taking place.

Actor Gong Yoo portrayed this villain spectacularly, giving fans a face to hate and leading to an intense exchange between him and Lee Jung-Jae that left most viewers on the edge of their seats. The Recruiter represents the complicity of the Squid Game soldiers profiting from the death toll, rather than the billionaires laughing behind the scenes.

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No-Eul, played by Park Gyu-Young

A complicated composition of a figure

No-Eul was a wild card this season Squid game due to her character's constant whiplash, going from insensitive to emotional conflict. No-Eul appeared cold to those around her, as she had a dead-end job and received a special invitation to the Squid Game to serve as a soldier rather than a player.

But try as she might, No-Eul showed moments of compassion when confronted with harsh truths, such as a father's dying daughter, participants' organ harvesting, and the black market. Although No-Eul's story isn't over yet, she is one of the most interesting characters of the second season.

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Su-bong, played by Chol Seung-Hyun

A perfect villain to defend against

Chol Seung-Hyun brought an excellent character to the second season of Squid gamethat fans loved to hate. The “Big Deal” rapper, also known as Thanos, brought chaos, addiction, ego and violence to the show and showed how far desperation can drive a person.

Su-Bong was a narcissistic sociopath who only cared about getting the prize money for himself. His charisma and way with words allowed him to not only manipulate most players, but also bring together a group of subordinates to increase his survivability in the game. Until the end, Thanos was an agent of chaos that made the games interesting.

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Hyun-Ju played by Park Sung-Hoon

A shooting star of the season

Hyun-Ju was an unexpected star of the second season of Squid gamewhich brought her tears, laughter and cheers throughout the game. Park Sung-Hoon gave this character a fantastic performance that had a huge impact on the series.

Hyun, a transgender woman, threw herself into the games to get enough money so she could go somewhere she felt like she belonged. Hyun-Ja is invaluable in almost every game and leads a small group through the games admirably. But as Hyun-Ju found her allies in the games, her decisions put her life in danger.

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Frontman played by Lee Byung-Hun

A perfect puppeteer role

Lee Byung-Hun brought the sinister frontman to life, reprising his role from the first season. The frontman stepped out of his mask into games this season, presenting himself as an innocent player and gaining the trust of Gi-hun.

By saying the right things at the right times, the frontman carefully examined Gi-hun's beliefs and manipulated the masses out of seemingly pure curiosity. Mirroring O Yeong-Su's role as Player 001 in the previous season, Gi-hun once again fell victim to an act. However, this portrayal of the double agent is much more frightening. His intent is unclear, but his actions speak volumes.

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Gi-Hun, played by Lee Jung-Jae

Repeat the same task; Expect a different result

Gi-Hun returns significantly richer, but is empty inside due to the results of the last game. By turning his back on his winnings and instead using them to find and close the games, Gi-hun finds himself in a dangerous position again. Since he has no other choice, he decides to save as many lives as possible and turn the players against the game masters.

Gi-Hun's goal, while noble, is ultimately flawed and questioned by the frontman, or “In-Ho,” who constantly picks apart Gi-Hun's efforts. Watching Gi-Hun fail in his tireless efforts to save lives is a devastating experience, but the climax that could come in the third season is more than enough to keep the game going.