Famous last words?

I do hope it is not the case, but it would be a fitting end for Noel: he had his part in Noah's development, he has his share of trauma related to the nightmare and he is a very strong character, that would overshadow Noah if left alive...

Damn, I will be crying...

love that expression on noah at first panel. has he achieved enlightment?

@Zyzyzyryxy

Well, since Halmer got killed almost immediately after tempting fate it would make sense if Noel would die for daring to say a word including hope.

@Zyzyzyryxy - I don't think Noel is going to overshadow Noah. Given his criminal status, I strongly suspect he'll be dropping back into the shadows once this is all over, possibly with Chernyl in tow.

It'll only kill you if it comes to the conclusion that you're trying to take Chernyl from it, as it's almost certainly the Hollow Man, or at least part of it.

A good trap is well-maintained. If the corpses are just left lying around the place, then it can't be a good trap!