Yes, Robyn does shoot and kill soldiers in Tomorrow, When the War Began.
Robyn's Unforeseen Action
In the gripping story of Tomorrow, When the War Began, Robyn, a character who initially holds strong reservations about violence, is compelled to take drastic action. Her actions showcase the harrowing realities faced by ordinary individuals thrust into extraordinary circumstances.
- Imminent Danger: While her friends, Ellie and Fiona, are vulnerable and unaware inside a petrol tanker, Robyn spots enemy soldiers stealthily closing in on their location.
- A Crucial Decision: Faced with the immediate threat to her companions' lives, Robyn makes a pivotal and rapid decision to intervene.
- The Act of Defense: She picks up a machine gun and effectively neutralizes all the approaching soldiers. This decisive act of self-defense and protection of her friends is particularly significant as it directly contradicts her previously expressed personal beliefs against committing murder.
This scene underscores the profound ethical and personal challenges that the characters confront as they are forced to fight for survival and protect one another in a war-torn environment.