Tommy Egan Bodies Roberto Ortega And The Marquez Cartel & Estrada Cartel Join Forces
In a tense Chicago showdown, Tommy Egan corners Roberto Ortega, pulling the trigger on a brutal kill that upends the city’s drug order. The Marquez cartel fractures, and with Ortega out, the Estrada Cartel moves to stitch together a perilous alliance with rivals. Chaos erupts as power realigns, and Tommy must navigate a wider, more dangerous battlefield than he ever anticipated.
Roberto Ortega, the ruthless head of the Marquez cartel, stands at the center of a volatile power struggle in Chicago. Courtesy of Starz
The Power Universe has never been about slow goodbyes. When the end comes, it arrives in blood, betrayal, and power shifts that change the landscape forever. In Power Book IV: Force Season 3, Episode 10, titled “Beginning of the End,” Tommy Egan does what he has always done best—remove obstacles with lethal precision. The brutal execution of Roberto Ortega doesn’t just close a chapter; it ignites a war that reshapes the entire Chicago underworld.
This episode marks a defining moment for the series, proving once again that Tommy Egan isn’t just surviving in a new city—he’s conquering it.
Tommy Egan vs. Roberto Ortega: No More Warnings
Roberto Ortega had been playing a dangerous game all season. As a key figure tied to the Marquez Cartel’s Chicago operations, Ortega believed his alliances, muscle, and perceived leverage would protect him from Tommy Egan. That belief cost him his life.
Tommy doesn’t kill Ortega out of rage or impulse. This is a calculated execution. Ortega represents instability, disloyalty, and an unpredictable future for the Marquez Cartel. In a world where control is everything, Ortega had become a liability—and Tommy removes liabilities permanently.
The kill is cold, efficient, and symbolic. By bodying Ortega, Tommy sends a message not just to the Marquez Cartel, but to every criminal organization watching from the shadows: Chicago now answers to him.
Taking Control of the Marquez Cartel
Ortega’s death creates a power vacuum, and Tommy Egan wastes no time stepping into it. Rather than dismantle the Marquez Cartel, Tommy does something far more dangerous—he takes control of it.
This move highlights Tommy’s evolution. Earlier versions of Egan thrived on chaos, but Season 3 shows a man who understands infrastructure, distribution, and alliances. The Marquez Cartel isn’t just muscle—it’s supply routes, international connections, and credibility. By positioning himself at its center, Tommy elevates his operation from a local takeover to a multinational criminal enterprise.
But control never comes without consequences.
Che Delivers the Warning
The aftermath of Ortega’s death brings one of the episode’s most chilling moments. Che, a trusted cartel lieutenant, delivers the news that changes everything: his boss and the boss of the Marquez Cartel have agreed to join forces with the Estrada Cartel.
This isn’t a peace offering. It’s a declaration.
The Estrada Cartel has been a looming threat, operating with patience and strategy. By aligning with what remains of the Marquez Cartel, they consolidate power, resources, and manpower—all with one goal in mind: stopping Tommy Egan before he becomes unstoppable.
The alliance reframes Ortega’s death. What Tommy viewed as a strategic victory becomes the catalyst for a much larger conflict.
The Marquez–Estrada Alliance: Power vs. Power
The joining of the Marquez and Estrada Cartels represents the largest organized threat Tommy has faced since leaving New York. Unlike fractured street crews or disorganized rivals, this alliance is disciplined, well-funded, and ruthless.
Where Tommy operates on instinct and loyalty, the cartels operate on long-term strategy. Their partnership signals a shift from street-level warfare to cartel-level retaliation—assassinations, supply disruptions, and political influence.
This isn’t just about revenge for Ortega. It’s about preventing Tommy from becoming a kingpin with global reach.
Tommy Egan’s Greatest Strength—and Weakness
What makes Tommy dangerous is the same thing that makes him vulnerable. He doesn’t fear death, and he doesn’t hesitate. Ortega’s death proves that. But the Marquez–Estrada alliance forces Tommy into unfamiliar territory, where brute force alone won’t be enough.
Chicago is no longer just his battlefield—it’s the center of an international chess match.
The episode subtly asks the question that defines the season’s finale: Can Tommy Egan outthink cartels that have survived decades of war, or will his aggressive style finally catch up to him?
“Beginning of the End” Lives Up to Its Name
Season 3, Episode 10 doesn’t offer resolution—it offers escalation. Ortega’s death is the spark, not the fire. The Marquez and Estrada Cartels joining forces signals that the war ahead will be larger, deadlier, and more personal than anything Tommy has faced before.
For the Power Universe, this episode reinforces a central truth: every rise to power demands a reckoning. Tommy Egan has claimed control of the Marquez Cartel, but in doing so, he has united his enemies.
The beginning of the end, isn’t about Tommy’s downfall—at least not yet. It’s about the moment the world finally realizes just how dangerous he’s become.
And now, everyone is coming for him.
[[Anthony L. McKnight II]] also known as Krispy was Born in Rochester, NY attending the “School Of The Arts” Class of 2009. He graduated with a Regents Arts diploma while studying Creative Writing and other arts. He recently became the founder of the Los Angeles Lakers Fan Club on Clubhouse. His club has hosted several celebrity interviews inside the fan club, from names such as Robert Horry, Gloria James, Mark Medina, Jovan Buha. His favorite hobby is spending a day out in nature, favorite sports basketball & football.
