Severide Is In Danger Of Going Down With Pascal In The Chicago Fire Season 13 Finale Trailer
The Chicago Fire Season 13 finale trailer has set fandom ablaze, teasing a story so personal and high-stakes that it could redefine the future of Firehouse 51. For years, the show has balanced thrilling rescues with character-driven storytelling, but this finale, titled “It Had to End This Way,” raises the temperature beyond anything fans have seen. The danger this time isn’t a fire — it’s betrayal, politics, and loyalty. And Lieutenant Kelly Severide finds himself right in the middle of it.
The Line That Shook the Fandom
“If Pascal is going down, you’re going down with him.”
Those words, spoken by Captain Van Meter of the Office of Fire Investigation (OFI), echo through the trailer like a warning shot. It’s a clear message that Severide’s career, his integrity, and even his future at Firehouse 51 are in jeopardy. The man standing beside him — Chief Dom Pascal — is being investigated for attempted murder, and the evidence points directly at him.
But Severide, ever the loyal investigator, doesn’t believe what the evidence suggests. And that loyalty could cost him everything.
The Heart of the Fire: A Personal Vendetta
The trouble begins when Firehouse 51 responds to a seemingly routine car crash. But Severide quickly discovers signs that the vehicle was set on fire before impact — evidence of arson, not accident. The victim, Robert Franklin, was the same man responsible for the crash that killed Pascal’s wife months earlier.
That connection makes Pascal the prime suspect in what appears to be an act of revenge. The pieces line up too neatly, and the city turns against him fast. As the pressure mounts, Severide faces a career-defining choice: report his suspicions, or stand by his Chief.
In the trailer’s most intense moment, Van Meter confronts Severide, saying, “If Pascal is going down, you’re going down with him.” It’s not just a threat — it’s a prophecy. Severide’s silence could make him complicit. But for him, this isn’t about politics. It’s about trust.
A Bond Forged in Fire
Chief Pascal’s arrival earlier in the season wasn’t exactly met with open arms. His rigid approach clashed with Firehouse 51’s family-first spirit, and his insistence on enforcing department rules even strained Severide and Kidd’s marriage. Yet as the season unfolded, Pascal proved himself to be a man of conviction and quiet depth.
By the finale, the two men have developed a hard-earned respect. Their partnership — cautious, tested, but genuine — becomes the emotional core of the story. Severide’s decision to risk his own future for Pascal isn’t blind loyalty; it’s a calculated act of faith.
As Severide investigates, he begins to suspect that Pascal is being framed. The evidence doesn’t add up. His instincts, honed over years of fire investigations, tell him that someone else is pulling the strings.
The Shocking Truth: “It Had to End This Way”
The finale wastes no time cranking up the tension. As Severide digs deeper, he uncovers a disturbing truth: Lieutenant Vale, a fellow firefighter, orchestrated the arson that killed Franklin. Vale, obsessed with Pascal’s late wife, believed he was “finishing the job” — avenging her death in Pascal’s name.
When Severide confronts Vale, the confrontation turns explosive, both literally and emotionally. In the end, Severide exposes Vale’s crimes, clearing Pascal’s name and saving his career. The Chief is reinstated, but the ordeal leaves both men changed. For Pascal, it’s redemption. For Severide, it’s a reaffirmation of his core belief — that loyalty and truth are worth any risk.
A Firehouse Transformed
While Severide’s storyline provides the emotional heart of the finale, the episode also delivers major shifts for other members of Firehouse 51.
Herrmann’s Sacrifice: In one of the most heartfelt subplots, Chief Herrmann decides not to take the promotional exam, instead stepping down to allow his lifelong friend, Mouch, to finally become a lieutenant. It’s a quiet but powerful act of friendship — the kind of brotherhood that defines Chicago Fire.
Stella Kidd’s Bombshell: Just when fans think the drama has cooled, the finale drops its biggest surprise. Stella reveals to Severide that she’s pregnant, setting the stage for a deeply personal story arc in Season 14. After years of danger and loss, this moment gives the couple a reason to fight for something beyond the firehouse.
Pascal’s Future: With his name cleared, Pascal is no longer just the outsider chief. He’s earned his place in the 51 family, with Severide standing firmly by his side. Their renewed partnership hints at a powerful dynamic heading into next season.
What Comes Next for Season 14
The Season 13 finale doesn’t end with a cliffhanger — it ends with a challenge. Firehouse 51 has been through betrayal, tragedy, and reform. But now, it faces something new: the evolution of its heroes.
Severide has proven, once again, that he’s more than a firefighter; he’s a moral compass in a city full of gray areas. Pascal has found redemption. Kidd and Severide’s future has taken a life-changing turn. And as the firehouse adjusts to these changes, fans are already wondering how long peace can last in Chicago.
Because if there’s one rule in Chicago Fire, it’s that calm never lasts for long.