Why can't Pieck walk?

Why Does Pieck Have Difficulty Walking and Need a Crutch?

Pieck Finger experiences difficulty walking on two legs and often requires a crutch because prolonged periods spent in her four-legged Cart Titan form cause her to temporarily forget how to walk bipedally.

The Impact of the Cart Titan on Pieck's Mobility

Pieck's unique Titan, the Cart Titan, is characterized by its ability to move swiftly and efficiently on all fours. While this form offers incredible agility and utility in combat and operations, its extensive and prolonged use has a significant physical consequence for Pieck when she reverts to her human form.

The continuous adaptation to a quadrupedal gait during her time as the Cart Titan leads to a temporary disuse of her bipedal walking abilities. This phenomenon highlights a unique physical side-effect associated with Titan shifting, particularly for those who maintain their Titan form for extended durations.

Here's a breakdown of why Pieck faces this mobility challenge:

• Extended Titan Use: After the Marley Mid-East War, Pieck famously spent approximately two months continuously in her Cart Titan form. This exceptionally long period meant her body's muscle memory and neurological pathways became fully accustomed to moving on all fours.
• Loss of Bipedal Familiarity: As a direct consequence of this prolonged quadrupedal existence, Pieck's ability to naturally walk upright on two legs deteriorated. Her body effectively "forgot" the necessary coordination and balance required for bipedal movement.
• Need for Support: To compensate for this temporary loss of bipedal motor skills and to aid her mobility in her human form, Pieck has had to rely on a crutch. This support helps her maintain balance and allows her to move more effectively despite her physical setback.

Summary of Pieck's Mobility Challenge