The season 5 finale, "," isn't just an episode; it's a massive "lore dump" that shatters the show's status quo. Here is the story of how it unfolds: The Breakup and The Return
to use as disposable sidekicks and "human shields" because Morty's brain waves hide Ricks from their enemies. Rick’s True "Crybaby" Backstory Eps10Rick and Morty - Season 5
: Rick spent years hunting Prime Rick, killing countless other Ricks in the process. The season 5 finale, "," isn't just an
: Eventually, the remaining Ricks begged for peace. Rick helped them build the Citadel and the Central Finite Curve —a wall around the multiverse that separates all universes where Rick is the smartest from the ones where he isn't. The Great Escape : Eventually, the remaining Ricks begged for peace
During a lunch meeting, Evil Morty scans Rick's brain to complete his plan, allowing Morty to finally see Rick’s real past in a wordless montage:
: A "Prime Rick" offered Rick C-137 portal technology, which he refused. In retaliation, Prime Rick killed Rick’s original wife, Diane, and young daughter, Beth.