Dexter: Original Sin Could Resolve Key Plot Holes from the Original Series

The much-anticipated prequel series, Dexter: Original Sin, has a unique opportunity to address one of the most persistent plot inconsistencies from the original Dexter show. Despite being renowned for its strong writing, the original series had a notable plot hole tied to a central aspect of Dexter Morgan’s lifestyle as a serial killer. This particular issue deeply impacts his ability to elude law enforcement, making it crucial for the prequel to address it effectively.

Even though the original series sidestepped this plot inconsistency for years, Dexter: Original Sin is positioned to confront it head-on. The prequel’s timeline allows it to clarify various questions lingering from Dexter: New Blood, including the confusing M99 versus ketamine debate and the rationale behind Dexter showing victims photographs of their loved ones. With so much groundwork already laid, this new series can finally resolve one of the most longstanding issues in the franchise’s narrative.

The Boat Affordability Dilemma: Can Dexter Financially Justify His Lifestyle?

How Dexter Could Have Afforded the Slice of Life

Central to Dexter’s operations was his boat, the Slice of Life, which served multiple purposes: body disposal, a cover for his deceptive life, and a symbolic vessel in the series finale. However, one glaring issue arises—he should not be able to afford a 29-foot boat on a forensic technician’s salary. Described as a 2001 Century 2901 center console, the boat’s price tag stands at around $80,000 today, while the average annual income for a forensic technician in Florida is approximately $62,000 before taxation.

Moreover, it’s noteworthy that Dexter never inherited the Slice of Life from his adoptive father, Harry Morgan, who passed away long before such a model even existed. There are indications in Original Sin that Harry did not own any type of boat during his lifetime.

When accounting for inflation, the cost of Dexter’s boat would exceed his annual salary. This calculation does not factor in essential costs such as dock fees, maintenance, fuel, and adaptations Dexter made to the vessel. While he could have saved up over many years, Dexter also maintained an expensive, well-furnished apartment in Bay Harbor that would likely have consumed most of his savings. Additionally, Dexter had ongoing expenses related to his killing practices, including spending large sums on plastic sheets and M99 tranquilizer, not to mention the time lost from work during his criminal activities.

How Original Sin Can Resolve the Boat Dilemma

Necessity for New Body Disposal Methods After Episode 6

The hesitation to detail how Dexter financed his dual life was a recurring theme in the original Dexter. While it might seem nitpicky to question his financial stability, original Sin has escalated this issue, especially following the events in episode 6, where law enforcement discovers Dexter’s dumping ground in the Everglades. This revelation will necessitate finding a new method for disposing of bodies quickly.

While providing Dexter with a new boat could conveniently resolve his challenges in body disposal, Original Sin complicates this solution. As Tanya Martin (played by Sarah Michelle Gellar) pointed out in the series premiere, Dexter’s current wage at Miami Metro means he is only earning $4.25 an hour. If it was already implausible for him to finance the Slice of Life in the original show, it seems even less feasible in Original Sin. However, hints suggest the prequel may still find a way to provide Dexter with a boat while solidly addressing the financial inconsistency.

Camilla’s Role: A Possible Solution to the Boat Plot Hole

Camilla Offers Dexter a Unique Opportunity

In episode 6 of Dexter: Original Sin, Camilla Figg (portrayed by Sarah Kinsey) extends an invitation to Dexter to take her boat out for a leisurely trip. This action not only sets the stage for how Dexter may start disposing of bodies at sea, but also introduces a critical opportunity to mend Dexter’s financial plot hole. After the unforeseen death of Camilla’s husband, Gene, between Original Sin and the main series, she could feasibly offer to sell her boat to Dexter for a discounted price. Given her apparent fondness for Dexter, she may feel inclined to part with the boat at an affordable rate.

Should Dexter successfully acquire the Slice of Life at a low cost from Camilla, the financial discrepancy surrounding his lifestyle would essentially evaporate. While costs for dockage, maintenance, and fuel remain significant, they would become manageable within the budget of a forensic technician, particularly if Dexter had inherited any financial support from Harry Morgan’s will. After nearly two decades, Dexter may finally have a viable explanation for how he could sustain such an extravagant lifestyle, thanks to a character that has been largely overlooked in this narrative context. Camilla Figg could indeed be the key to resolving Dexter: Original Sin‘s boat-related financial conundrum.

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