Percy Jackson Season 2: Why Did Luke Poison Thalia’s Tree?

I’ve always been struck by how impactful Luke’s betrayal is in both the Sea of Monsters book and the Disney+ series. It’s not just about damaging a tree; it’s about hurting the memory of someone so important. You see, before Thalia became the tree protecting Camp Half-Blood, she, Annabeth, and Luke were inseparable. They were a team who faced so much together, and Thalia ultimately sacrificed herself to save them. Then Zeus transformed her into that very tree, making it a powerful, magical defense for the camp. Knowing all that makes Luke’s actions feel so much more personal and devastating.

