
The settlement was a veritable haven compared to Rick's previous post-apocalypse dwellings and partially nullified the sense that characters were in constant danger. The panels would then transition from Rick's face as an inspiring leader in the middle of a landmark speech, to that same face as part of a commemorative statue many years into the future.įans will likely be unanimous in the belief that The Walking Dead's actual ending is far preferable to the original but, looking back, there were some strong indications to suggest that reaching Alexandria represented the final stage of Rick's journey. The writer now explains that Rick's speech about settling in the newly-discovered community and resuming somewhat normal lives (which does still occur) was intended to act as the closing visual of The Walking Dead's main story. Kirkman has stated previously that his original design was to wrap The Walking Dead up after Rick brought his fellow survivors to the safety of Alexandria. Related: Fear The Walking Dead Easter Egg Sets Up Rick Grimes' Movie Return The writer also recounts his original planned ending for The Walking Dead and why that finale ultimately never came to pass. Following The Walking Dead's final page, Kirkman addresses fans directly regarding the conclusion of the much-loved series and details his thought process behind the decision, claiming that any further story after Rick's death would essentially be filler.
