How did Tess meet Joel in The Last of Us?

In The Last of Us, Tess meets Joel at some point during the events of the game.

Tess and Joel first meet when Joel is sent on a mission by Robert, the leader of the Fireflies, to smuggle weapons from the city. Tess is sent along with him as a guide and companion. During the mission, Tess and Joel have a brief moment of connection when they share a brief conversation about their pasts and the current state of the world.

The two eventually develop a strong bond as they journey together. Tess is a strong and resourceful companion who helps Joel survive in the harsh post-apocalyptic world. They come to rely on each other for survival, and eventually become close friends. As the story progresses, their relationship deepens and they become a formidable team in the fight against the infected.