: A "Prime Rick" offered Rick C-137 portal technology, which he refused. In retaliation, Prime Rick killed Rick’s original wife, Diane, and young daughter, Beth.
: Eventually, the remaining Ricks begged for peace. Rick helped them build the Citadel and the Central Finite Curve —a wall around the multiverse that separates all universes where Rick is the smartest from the ones where he isn't. The Great Escape
The season 5 finale, "," isn't just an episode; it's a massive "lore dump" that shatters the show's status quo. Here is the story of how it unfolds: The Breakup and The Return Eps10Rick and Morty - Season 5
During a lunch meeting, Evil Morty scans Rick's brain to complete his plan, allowing Morty to finally see Rick’s real past in a wordless montage:
to use as disposable sidekicks and "human shields" because Morty's brain waves hide Ricks from their enemies. Rick’s True "Crybaby" Backstory : A "Prime Rick" offered Rick C-137 portal
across infinite timelines to ensure they fall in love and produce Mortys.
Evil Morty’s ultimate goal was never to rule the Ricks, but to escape them. He destroys the Central Finite Curve by hacking the Citadel's portal fluid, turning the station into a massive weapon that kills thousands of Ricks and Mortys. Rick helped them build the Citadel and the
Upon arriving at the Citadel, they meet (Evil Morty), who reveals the horrifying truth behind the station. The Citadel isn't just a city; it's a "Morty Market". Ricks have been: