Gen V: How did Cate's mind wipes affect Luke?

Cate's mind wipes had a profound effect on Luke throughout the episode "Jumanji" of Gen V. The empath, Cate, had been erasing Luke's memories of Sam, Cate's brother, in exchange for compassion and pills from Dean Shetty. Cate believed she was doing the right thing by blocking Luke's memories, but it took a toll on him. The constant mind wipes caused Luke to unravel mentally and emotionally, contributing to his eventual breakdown.As the supes embark on a journey into Cate's mind, they discover pivotal moments in her life that have shaped her and affected them all. One memory reveals that Andre and Cate were involved before Luke's death, adding another layer of complexity to their relationships. Additionally, they witness a memory where Jordan helps Brink in subduing Luke, believing it was the right thing to do in order to advance her own goals at God U.These revelations highlight the complicated choices and mistakes each character has made, and how those decisions continue to haunt them. It becomes evident that Cate's mind wipes were not only affecting Luke but also the entire group. Those memory scenes, interspersed with Cate's mind trying to destroy them, create a vivid portrayal of the struggles and consequences they have had to face.The episode raises questions about the meaning of heroism and the characters' agency in their own lives. For years, their powers and lives have been controlled and manipulated by others, leaving them feeling trapped and powerless. It seems that taking on God U and Dean Shetty is their way of reclaiming their agency and rediscovering their heroic tendencies.With Cate's realization that she needs to confront her actions and face the consequences, the group bands together to prevent Emma from making a rash decision. Despite their differences, compassion ultimately prevails, and they find strength in their unity as they navigate the challenges ahead.Meanwhile, outside of their inner struggles, Dean Shetty and Dr. Cardosa are working on a dangerous plan to control supes using a virus. Shetty's indifference toward supes and her desire for complete control raise the stakes even higher for our young superpowered heroes. As the season draws to a close, they find themselves not only fighting for their own lives but also for the safety and freedom of all supes.The events of "Jumanji" set the stage for an intense and climactic finale. The supes must confront their past choices, challenge the control of God U and Dean Shetty, and ultimately fight for the survival and freedom of their kind. As the season's conclusion looms, the stakes have never been higher, promising an epic showdown that will test their limits and redefine their understanding of heroism.