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Joe

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Joe Tazuna is the unfailingly loyal best friend of Sara Chidouin, kidnapped alongside her into a deadly game of survival. With his boundless optimism and protective nature, Joe becomes both Sara's greatest emotional support and biggest vulnerability as they navigate the Death Game's twisted trials together.

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