WARNING! This article contains spoilers for The Walking Dead series finale.The epic conclusion of the long-running original series of The Walking Dead has brought an end to the original storyline in this universe. Following this ending, there will be new beginnings as the story continues for several characters in different TWD spinoffs.
Despite the promise of these other series, it was sad for many viewers to see this original series finally come to an end. There was a lot of nostalgia and emotional pull utilized in the final episode of this show. These Twitter reactions demonstrate how fans felt watching the finale of The Walking Dead.
Daryl Donating Blood
While there are some parts of The Walking Dead fans skip, this is one scene that viewers are sure to revisit. Daryl didn't hesitate when Judith was losing blood to grab the equipment and give him some of his own since he was a universal donor.
This was not only one of the most wholesome moments in the final episode but was a callback to season 2 when Carl was shot and Rick gave his blood. This Twitter viewer expressed an emotional reaction to this scene that demonstrates the dedication fans have for the intimate relationships in this series.
Parallels Between The Grimes
When Judith was shot in the penultimate episode of the show, her storyline was a continuation of the Grimes' unlucky tradition. Rick and Carl had both been shot (multiple times) throughout the series, with Judith's injury being a callback to these earlier situations.
This Twitter user, as other fans likely did, made a connection between Rick's first scene in the series and Judith waking up after being shot. This was a powerful scene in the final episode because it demonstrates how the story went full circle, with later characters reflecting the storyline of their predecessors.
Bringing Up The Past
There were some hidden details about Merle throughout the earlier seasons when he was still alive, but Daryl's older brother continues to be one of the most controversial characters throughout this series. Though he died protecting the group, it has been proven he was not a good brother and was often cruel to Daryl in their younger years.
When Daryl told Carol how Merle used to have him sell his blood for money, this was another example of how Merle abused his influence over his brother. As this Twitter user expressed, this was another reason not to feel sorry for Merle's own struggles and ultimate death because of his treatment of Daryl.
Emotional Scenes
There were several very emotional scenes throughout this final episode. Luke died after being bitten and having his leg removed after he was recently brought back to the show. Rosita also died due to a Walker bite after saving her infant daughter from an ambush.
As this fan expressed in their post, this was a very emotional scene when they found the missing children. The series had proven that children were not safe from death in several storylines and this scene added suspense to the episode. This reaction highlights how heartwarming it was to see them reconnect with the children, but also bittersweet after viewers learned Rosita's fate.
Tribute To Rosita
Rosita is one of the most important TWD characters to die from a walker bite. This ending to her story was heartbreaking for many fans that watched her progression throughout the series and were rooting for her success and happiness.
While some fans thought Rosita wasn't an entertaining character in the series and didn't care if she died at the end, other viewers found her storyline to be a representation of her unique abilities which made her an intriguing character. This viewer demonstrated that her influence on the show was inspirational even though she ultimately met her end in the finale.
Eugene's Survival
Abraham and Rosita were represented as far more capable survivors than Eugene. However, he is the only remaining survivor of their original group at the end of the series. As this viewer expressed in their post, this was shocking because he had been the least capable of defending himself.
This reaction to Eugene's survival makes sense given how much he struggled to survive the post-apocalyptic world. However, Eugene had shown some significant changes over the years, including when he saved the group during the Saviors War by sabotaging Negan's ammunition.
Family Love
One important event in The Walking Dead leading up to the announced spinoffs was when Daryl became a surrogate father to Rick's two children, Judith and RJ. In this last season, Daryl demonstrated how much he was dedicated to caring for these children under his charge.
This Twitter reaction is an emotional response to the final scene Judith and RJ had with their "Uncle Daryl" before he left. For many fans, this was a culmination of the relationship between them and the emotional connections all of these characters had as a mixed family.
The Survivors
There was a lot of speculation leading up to this final episode about who would survive to the end. Some fans thought that Connie would die before the conclusion along with other characters consider more "minor" than longer-lasting fan-favorite characters.
This assumption doesn't necessarily mean that fans didn't like Connie, but that perhaps she wasn't important enough to live to the end. This Twitter reaction from this viewer proved that Connie was a beloved character and audience members were excited to see her have her happy ending, even if she might not appear in later spinoffs.
One Last Cameo
Despite the fact that Dog, Daryl's pet, isn't really considered a character, he became something fans paid attention to following his introduction. This was a cherished inclusion in the story because viewers can relate to having a pet that is a member of the family and protected.
This reaction demonstrates how dedicated fans were to each and every aspect of the series leading up to the finale. While the dog may have seemed like just a small detail in the grand scheme of the final season, some viewers felt he represented a positive, wholesome part of the family that brought joy to them when he was included in the scenes.
The Teasers
The most exciting aspect of this final episode was when Rick and Michonne were shown at the conclusion, setting up the beginning of their spinoff series. After the conflict concluded in the original story, it was thrilling for fans to get to see a teaser of what is coming next for The Walking Dead universe.
This viewer makes a bold statement in their post that Rick and Michonne's appearances carried the finale, though this statement clearly portrays how fans feel about the upcoming spinoffs. While this final episode of the original was an epic conclusion to the long-running series, fans are now ready for the continuation of characters that went on a new, exciting adventure.
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