Bartosz and Silja, two characters, each kept in a prison of Adam's design, reveal Silja's perfect loop and the decades-long romance. They explore what it means to be a disciple of Adam, Bartosz's secret alliance, Celia's tragic death, and the complex relationships in Dark.
Bartosz's loyalty to Adam is tested as he begins to doubt Adam's plans for salvation.
Bartosz's relationship with Martha becomes a love triangle due to their involvement with Jonas.
Both Bartosz and Franciska face the consequences of keeping secrets and betraying their commitments.
Deep dives
Bartosz's Tragic Journey
Bartosz, a wealthy and insecure young man, gets drawn into the world of time travel after meeting Noah. He becomes an ally of Sic Mundus and takes on a pivotal role in building the time machine doors in the Winden caves. Bartosz's loyalty wavering as he begins to doubt Adam's plans for salvation. He tragically dies at the hands of his son, Hano, who is manipulated by Noah. Bartosz's journey is marked by lies, secrets, and the absence of emotional support.
The Complex Relationships of Bartosz and Martha
Bartosz and Martha's relationship is complicated by their involvement with Jonas. Bartosz falls in love with Martha while Jonas is away, unaware of their connection. Their romance becomes a love triangle as Bartosz remains loyal to Martha, even covering up the truth when Jonas kisses her. Their relationship is tested by secrets and lies, ultimately leading to their breakup.
Parallel Themes in Bartosz and Franciszka
Bartosz and Franciszka mirror each other in their dislike of secrets and betrayal. Bartosz's loyalty is tested when he keeps the secret of time travel, resulting in his punishment by being tied up in the Winden caves. Similarly, Franciszka's loyalty is tested when she becomes involved with Magnus and struggles with her commitment to Sic Mundus. Both characters confront the consequences of their actions and the impact of secrets in their relationships.
Exploring the Name Symbolism in Bartosz's Character
The name Bartosz holds symbolic meaning, as it is derived from Bartholomew, one of Jesus' apostles. This connects to the idea of martyrdom and sacrifice, as Bartosz becomes a martyr for Sic Mundus when he is killed by his son, Hano. Additionally, the connection to Ptolemy and hermeticsim adds further depth to Bartosz's character, emphasizing his involvement in the larger cosmic and mystical forces at play in Dark.
Bartosz's Tragic Fate and the Absence of Emotional Support
Bartosz's tragic fate is marked by his lack of emotional support and the many challenges he faces. From the loss of his mother to lies and betrayal from those he loves, Bartosz struggles to find stability and happiness. His journey highlights the themes of secrets, loyalty, and the price of being part of a larger cosmic plan.
The Dark Three reflect on two characters, each kept in a prison of Adam’s design. They discuss Silja’s near perfect loop, the decades-long, off-screen romance and what it means to be a disciple of Adam.
