Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 12 Ending Explained: Who Dies? Colby or Kayce?

Viewers are curious to know for whom Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 12 ends tragically—Colby or Kayce. The episode titled “Counting Coup” resumes to see the impact of John Dutton’s demise on other characters. Colby ultimately reveals his feelings for Teeter. Meanwhile, Kayce becomes aware of Sarah’s involvement in John’s case and makes a difficult choice by the end. So, here are details on what happened to Colby and Kayce’s fate in the series.

Who is Colby and does he die in Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 12?

Colby was one of the ranch hands at the Yellowstone family ranch. He died in Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 12.

The episode features one of the aggressive horses, also named “Man Eater,” whom Rip Wheeler had been trying to sell for a long time. However, he wasn’t able to find a client previously but ultimately, a buyer was secured. He reveals that there is a buyer from Mexico who would like to take up the horse.

Therefore, Colby is sent to load the horses. He soon observes that Carter, who wants to grab an empty bucket, ends up in the man-eater’s stable. The horse gets angry, causing trouble for Carter. However, Colby arrives at the right time to rescue him. He steps inside the man-eater’s stall to distract him so Carter can escape. But, it ends brutally for Colby as the horse kicks and stomps on his chest multiple times, leading to his demise.

What does Kayce do at the end of Yellowstone Season 5 Episode 12?

Kayce reveals that the ranch is not their home anymore and sends a violent message to Grant upon his confrontation with him.

In the end, Kayce, determined in his mysterious plans, asks for Monica’s help. He is seen packing tactical gear and asks Mo to believe in him. Ultimately, it’s revealed that Kayce wants to convey a message to Grant by making him terrified for his life. He sneakily gets into his car while Grant and his daughter are driving home. He holds his daughter at gunpoint, warning that he knows how to take revenge if the Duttons become a target again. To get his message across appropriately, he hits Grant on his head and says that he’s “counting coup.” Believing his move as taking away a piece of his soul, Kayce leaves and Grant becomes horrified.