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The Walking Dead #30
Near death.
27 pages, Paperback
First published April 1, 2006
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Robert Kirkman
2,778 books6,966 followersRobert Kirkman is an American comic book writer best known for his work on The Walking Dead, Invincible for Image Comics, as well as Ultimate X-Men and Marvel Zombies for Marvel Comics. He has also collaborated with Image Comics co-founder Todd McFarlane on the series Haunt. He is one of the five partners of Image Comics, and the only one of the five who was not one of the original co-founders of that publisher.
Robert Kirkman's first comic books were self-published under his own Funk-o-Tron label. Along with childhood friend Tony Moore, Kirkman created Battle Pope which was published in late 2001. Battle Pope ran for over 2 years along with other Funk-o-Tron published books such as InkPunks and Double Take.
In July of 2002, Robert's first work for another company began, with a 4-part SuperPatriot series for Image, along with Battle Pope backup story artist Cory Walker. Robert's creator-owned projects followed shortly thereafter, including Tech Jacket, Invincible and Walking Dead.
Robert Kirkman's first comic books were self-published under his own Funk-o-Tron label. Along with childhood friend Tony Moore, Kirkman created Battle Pope which was published in late 2001. Battle Pope ran for over 2 years along with other Funk-o-Tron published books such as InkPunks and Double Take.
In July of 2002, Robert's first work for another company began, with a 4-part SuperPatriot series for Image, along with Battle Pope backup story artist Cory Walker. Robert's creator-owned projects followed shortly thereafter, including Tech Jacket, Invincible and Walking Dead.
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February 21, 2017
Was ok, but think I need to try and get back into the series after so long not reading.
October 24, 2024
After the emotional devastation of Issue #29, where the Governor’s sadistic and psychotic behavior made my blood boil, I jumped into Issue #30 eager to see what would happen next. Would Glenn make it back to the prison? Would the Governor track him down and launch a full-scale assault on the survivors? There was a lot riding on this issue, and my mind was racing with questions as I opened the next chapter of The Walking Dead.
The issue opens with a survivor in riot gear sprinting across an open field, swatting away zombies with every step. As they make their way to the car Rick’s group had used to travel to Woodbury, we see it bogged down in the mud and surrounded by a mass of undead. At first glance, I was sure it was Glenn trying to escape, but the identity of this figure is cleverly concealed, setting the stage for a surprising twist later in the issue.
Back at the prison, we shift focus to the characters left behind, who are struggling with uncertainty. Andrea is up in the watchtower, taking out zombies with her rifle as she and Dale exchange a heart-to-heart. Dale’s worries about Rick and the others are palpable, a burden he carries heavily. Andrea, however, keeps a pragmatic mindset—whether Rick and the scouting party return or not, life at the prison must continue, and they have to be prepared for whatever may come. It’s a stark contrast between hope and realism, and the tension between these perspectives adds a lot of emotional depth to the scene.
Elsewhere, we see lighter moments, such as Billy Greene and Otis joking about candy bars and women while working in Hershel’s vegetable garden. But, as usual, even these seemingly trivial conversations are tinged with an undercurrent of loneliness and the desire for normalcy in this post-apocalyptic world. Billy’s awkward musings about growing a mustache to attract Carol hint at the strange ways human relationships are evolving under the shadow of constant danger and loss.
Meanwhile, Lori is still tormented by Rick’s absence, clearly losing hope after two days with no word from him. Carol, in an attempt to comfort her, touches her leg, but Lori misinterprets the gesture, likely due to Carol’s previous offer to marry her and Rick. This interaction is brief, but it packs an emotional punch—Carol, still reeling from rejection, just wants to be supportive, but Lori’s discomfort highlights the confusion and tension in their relationship. It’s a subtle moment, but it speaks volumes about how these characters are grappling with complex emotions in such dire circumstances.
Back at the generator room, Maggie, Hershel, and Axel are busy ensuring they have enough power to keep the prison running. There’s a feeling of quiet optimism as they talk about possibly watching a movie later—a small luxury they could afford now with the generator working again. But it’s quickly overshadowed by the reality of their situation when Axel awkwardly reminds Maggie about Glenn’s absence. This small, offhand comment brings Maggie back to the harsh reality that she might never see Glenn again, though she tries to hide her fear behind a brave face.
In another part of the prison, we see the resolution of a minor subplot between Patricia and Otis, who had been at odds. Otis, who realizes how short life is in this world, apologizes for whatever issues stood between them. Patricia, reading *Moby Dick* in an effort to escape their grim reality, forgives him. It’s a sweet moment of reconciliation amidst the chaos, reminding us that these characters are still clinging to their humanity despite the horrific world they live in.
As the tension builds, we return to the prison watchtower, where Andrea continues her target practice. Her obsession with preparation foreshadows the looming threat of the Governor and his forces, even if she doesn’t know it yet. Dale, ever the pragmatist, questions whether they really need to be this prepared for a potential attack, but Andrea wisely speculates that there could be other groups—groups who might want to claim the prison for themselves. She has the right instincts, but none of them realize just how much danger is heading their way.
And then, just as the anticipation reaches its peak, Dale spots the riot-suited figure from earlier sprinting toward the prison. The survivors scramble to open the gates and let them in, and for a moment, I was convinced it was Glenn, returning to safety. But when the helmet comes off, it’s revealed to be Tyreese! This was a brilliant misdirection by Robert Kirkman—Tyreese, having been searching for Rick, Michonne, and Glenn off-panel, returns to the prison alone, unable to find his friends. His arrival is bittersweet, as it simultaneously brings relief and a new wave of worry—Rick’s fate is still uncertain, but Tyreese refuses to believe they’re dead without seeing their bodies. His resolve to keep the prison fortified and safe while they wait for their friends is admirable, and it sets the stage for the looming conflict with Woodbury.
Meanwhile, back in the hellhole that is Woodbury, the Governor reveals to Gabe that their plan has been working all along—they didn’t truly set Glenn free. The Governor’s confidence is chilling as he suggests it’s only a matter of time before they find the prison. This revelation, while brief, is a terrifying reminder of the danger that still lurks just outside the prison’s gates.
This issue had a lot of moving parts, and what I appreciated most was the way it built up the tension, both emotionally and in terms of the plot. Lori’s increasing anxiety over Rick, Carol’s misunderstood attempts at affection, and Andrea’s relentless preparation for a possible attack all highlight how each of these characters is struggling to cope with the uncertainty and dangers of their world. Tyreese’s return was a moment of relief, but it was quickly tempered by the grim reality of the situation—they may have their walls, but the real threat is still out there, waiting.
What I found particularly interesting was the way Kirkman handled the pacing of this issue. There were small moments of levity and humanity amidst the chaos, like Billy’s silly musings about growing a mustache, which were quickly overshadowed by the constant fear that hangs over every conversation. Even seemingly trivial exchanges carried a weight of sorrow or tension, reflecting the harshness of the world these characters are living in.
Tyreese’s surprise reveal was also brilliantly executed. I genuinely thought it was Glenn running back to the prison, and when the helmet came off to reveal Tyreese instead, I was floored. Kirkman plays with our expectations and emotions masterfully, pulling us into a false sense of security before hitting us with the grim truth.
Overall, The Walking Dead #30 left me with a lingering sense of dread. The Governor is still out there, planning his next move, and the prison may be fortified for now, but for how long? The stage is being set for an inevitable clash, and I can’t wait to see what happens next.
The issue opens with a survivor in riot gear sprinting across an open field, swatting away zombies with every step. As they make their way to the car Rick’s group had used to travel to Woodbury, we see it bogged down in the mud and surrounded by a mass of undead. At first glance, I was sure it was Glenn trying to escape, but the identity of this figure is cleverly concealed, setting the stage for a surprising twist later in the issue.
Back at the prison, we shift focus to the characters left behind, who are struggling with uncertainty. Andrea is up in the watchtower, taking out zombies with her rifle as she and Dale exchange a heart-to-heart. Dale’s worries about Rick and the others are palpable, a burden he carries heavily. Andrea, however, keeps a pragmatic mindset—whether Rick and the scouting party return or not, life at the prison must continue, and they have to be prepared for whatever may come. It’s a stark contrast between hope and realism, and the tension between these perspectives adds a lot of emotional depth to the scene.
Elsewhere, we see lighter moments, such as Billy Greene and Otis joking about candy bars and women while working in Hershel’s vegetable garden. But, as usual, even these seemingly trivial conversations are tinged with an undercurrent of loneliness and the desire for normalcy in this post-apocalyptic world. Billy’s awkward musings about growing a mustache to attract Carol hint at the strange ways human relationships are evolving under the shadow of constant danger and loss.
Meanwhile, Lori is still tormented by Rick’s absence, clearly losing hope after two days with no word from him. Carol, in an attempt to comfort her, touches her leg, but Lori misinterprets the gesture, likely due to Carol’s previous offer to marry her and Rick. This interaction is brief, but it packs an emotional punch—Carol, still reeling from rejection, just wants to be supportive, but Lori’s discomfort highlights the confusion and tension in their relationship. It’s a subtle moment, but it speaks volumes about how these characters are grappling with complex emotions in such dire circumstances.
Back at the generator room, Maggie, Hershel, and Axel are busy ensuring they have enough power to keep the prison running. There’s a feeling of quiet optimism as they talk about possibly watching a movie later—a small luxury they could afford now with the generator working again. But it’s quickly overshadowed by the reality of their situation when Axel awkwardly reminds Maggie about Glenn’s absence. This small, offhand comment brings Maggie back to the harsh reality that she might never see Glenn again, though she tries to hide her fear behind a brave face.
In another part of the prison, we see the resolution of a minor subplot between Patricia and Otis, who had been at odds. Otis, who realizes how short life is in this world, apologizes for whatever issues stood between them. Patricia, reading *Moby Dick* in an effort to escape their grim reality, forgives him. It’s a sweet moment of reconciliation amidst the chaos, reminding us that these characters are still clinging to their humanity despite the horrific world they live in.
As the tension builds, we return to the prison watchtower, where Andrea continues her target practice. Her obsession with preparation foreshadows the looming threat of the Governor and his forces, even if she doesn’t know it yet. Dale, ever the pragmatist, questions whether they really need to be this prepared for a potential attack, but Andrea wisely speculates that there could be other groups—groups who might want to claim the prison for themselves. She has the right instincts, but none of them realize just how much danger is heading their way.
And then, just as the anticipation reaches its peak, Dale spots the riot-suited figure from earlier sprinting toward the prison. The survivors scramble to open the gates and let them in, and for a moment, I was convinced it was Glenn, returning to safety. But when the helmet comes off, it’s revealed to be Tyreese! This was a brilliant misdirection by Robert Kirkman—Tyreese, having been searching for Rick, Michonne, and Glenn off-panel, returns to the prison alone, unable to find his friends. His arrival is bittersweet, as it simultaneously brings relief and a new wave of worry—Rick’s fate is still uncertain, but Tyreese refuses to believe they’re dead without seeing their bodies. His resolve to keep the prison fortified and safe while they wait for their friends is admirable, and it sets the stage for the looming conflict with Woodbury.
Meanwhile, back in the hellhole that is Woodbury, the Governor reveals to Gabe that their plan has been working all along—they didn’t truly set Glenn free. The Governor’s confidence is chilling as he suggests it’s only a matter of time before they find the prison. This revelation, while brief, is a terrifying reminder of the danger that still lurks just outside the prison’s gates.
This issue had a lot of moving parts, and what I appreciated most was the way it built up the tension, both emotionally and in terms of the plot. Lori’s increasing anxiety over Rick, Carol’s misunderstood attempts at affection, and Andrea’s relentless preparation for a possible attack all highlight how each of these characters is struggling to cope with the uncertainty and dangers of their world. Tyreese’s return was a moment of relief, but it was quickly tempered by the grim reality of the situation—they may have their walls, but the real threat is still out there, waiting.
What I found particularly interesting was the way Kirkman handled the pacing of this issue. There were small moments of levity and humanity amidst the chaos, like Billy’s silly musings about growing a mustache, which were quickly overshadowed by the constant fear that hangs over every conversation. Even seemingly trivial exchanges carried a weight of sorrow or tension, reflecting the harshness of the world these characters are living in.
Tyreese’s surprise reveal was also brilliantly executed. I genuinely thought it was Glenn running back to the prison, and when the helmet came off to reveal Tyreese instead, I was floored. Kirkman plays with our expectations and emotions masterfully, pulling us into a false sense of security before hitting us with the grim truth.
Overall, The Walking Dead #30 left me with a lingering sense of dread. The Governor is still out there, planning his next move, and the prison may be fortified for now, but for how long? The stage is being set for an inevitable clash, and I can’t wait to see what happens next.
July 8, 2020
Being a huge fan of the show, I wanted to see how the original writing started and how the show writers followed and deviated from the comics. My dislikes were that the comics are much more crude, crass, and unnecessarily violent. I did like the change in relationships and how people worked together differently, and the comics have a different creepiness feel than you get watching it on TV. Overall, I prefer the show, and probably will not finish out the comic book series.
November 19, 2020
This is a review of the entire series.
Rick Grimes is a strong-willed deputy who missed the end of the world because he was in a coma for a month after getting shot in the line of duty. Shaken, starving and confused, Rick escapes the horror of the abandoned hospital only to be met with something far more terrible. Not only has the world ended, but the dead have learned to walk and to kill without mercy. After learning that his wife and son have fled to Atlanta from a single survivor and his son, Rick goes on a journey to reunite with his family and search for more survivors.
Rick quickly has to come to terms with the fact that the world has ended and only a select few survived. The dead have risen from their graves and they prey on the living. In a world where every minute feels like hours, where there's no such thing as law and order, where finding a small meal is a tremendous task, the walking dead are quite possibly the least threatening thing for the survivors to have on their breaking minds. Humanity is pushed to the brink of destruction, forcing them to embrace their cruel and primal nature in order to survive. Sometimes you have to be more concerned about who you let into your community so they don't kill you in your sleep and steal everything you once cared about. Rick has no choice but to abandon the ways of law and order that he's upheld as an officer for so long in order to protect the few loved ones he has left. He has to become a monster to protect his crew or risk being devoured by those who became more monstrous than him and even the walking dead.
Despite zombies running the world and having the series named after them, what really sets this series apart from the average zombie apocalypse tale is the focus on realism and the daily struggles, flaws and depth of the characters. There's plenty of badass zombie killing action, but the action often takes a back seat to give the characters plenty of times to share their extremely tragic yet endearing stories, grow through mutual suffering and learn to adapt to a world that has left them to die. Even after the world has ended, many people still can't see eye to eye. They turn on each other and kill each other when they should come together. Others form alliances in spite of their differences and try to rebuild over the corpse of everything that was lost. The daily human drama and conflict is more intense than any monster apocalypse could hope to be.
We watch Rick struggle to balance his old moral code with the many necessary evils he has to commit in order to survive and make the world a better place for the ones he holds close. We watch people like Glen, Dale and Maggie attempt to find love in spite of having every reason to be filled with fear, hate and self-loathing. Characters like Michonne have to learn how to forgive themselves and convince themselves they deserve to be loved despite all the blood on their hands. We watch the weak like Carl and Andrea become strong and sometimes the strong become evil like The Governor. Even monsters like the wicked yet oddly lovable Negan are given the chance to find new ways of redeeming themselves by struggling alongside the other survivors that have all been changed by the horrors of the fallen world.
The pacing is extremely slow and I can understand why that may be a turnoff for a lot of people, but I eventually learned to enjoy watching the characters grow, overcome their trauma, find meaning in life and learn to love again. The characters are forced to do many terrible things to survive and it haunts them every waking moment. The ways they overcome these regrets is very realistic, human and hopeful. The slow pacing really gives the feeling that we're living beside these people. The way every tiny detail of their lives and who they are is explored makes them feel very real and believable.
When I first started reading the series, I wasn't expecting it to have such an uplifting ending. It seemed so bleak and nihilistic for a long time and things would go horribly wrong even when they seemed to be going so well, but the finale channels all the pain, suffering and betrayal of the previous volumes and tops it off with a very touching and inspiring finish. This was never a story about hopelessness. It's about learning to appreciate the little things, learning to forgive yourself and learning to move on even when it's hard. When everything seems lost there's always more to be found, even when we believe otherwise because we convince ourselves that we don't deserve to be happy ever again. Instead of dwelling on what was lost, strive to try and make things better than they were before.
I've never been a huge fan of zombie apocalypse stories, but The Walking Dead had enough heart and strong social commentary to make me stick by the characters until the end and I enjoyed every moment of their long trial.
***
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Rick Grimes is a strong-willed deputy who missed the end of the world because he was in a coma for a month after getting shot in the line of duty. Shaken, starving and confused, Rick escapes the horror of the abandoned hospital only to be met with something far more terrible. Not only has the world ended, but the dead have learned to walk and to kill without mercy. After learning that his wife and son have fled to Atlanta from a single survivor and his son, Rick goes on a journey to reunite with his family and search for more survivors.
Rick quickly has to come to terms with the fact that the world has ended and only a select few survived. The dead have risen from their graves and they prey on the living. In a world where every minute feels like hours, where there's no such thing as law and order, where finding a small meal is a tremendous task, the walking dead are quite possibly the least threatening thing for the survivors to have on their breaking minds. Humanity is pushed to the brink of destruction, forcing them to embrace their cruel and primal nature in order to survive. Sometimes you have to be more concerned about who you let into your community so they don't kill you in your sleep and steal everything you once cared about. Rick has no choice but to abandon the ways of law and order that he's upheld as an officer for so long in order to protect the few loved ones he has left. He has to become a monster to protect his crew or risk being devoured by those who became more monstrous than him and even the walking dead.
Despite zombies running the world and having the series named after them, what really sets this series apart from the average zombie apocalypse tale is the focus on realism and the daily struggles, flaws and depth of the characters. There's plenty of badass zombie killing action, but the action often takes a back seat to give the characters plenty of times to share their extremely tragic yet endearing stories, grow through mutual suffering and learn to adapt to a world that has left them to die. Even after the world has ended, many people still can't see eye to eye. They turn on each other and kill each other when they should come together. Others form alliances in spite of their differences and try to rebuild over the corpse of everything that was lost. The daily human drama and conflict is more intense than any monster apocalypse could hope to be.
We watch Rick struggle to balance his old moral code with the many necessary evils he has to commit in order to survive and make the world a better place for the ones he holds close. We watch people like Glen, Dale and Maggie attempt to find love in spite of having every reason to be filled with fear, hate and self-loathing. Characters like Michonne have to learn how to forgive themselves and convince themselves they deserve to be loved despite all the blood on their hands. We watch the weak like Carl and Andrea become strong and sometimes the strong become evil like The Governor. Even monsters like the wicked yet oddly lovable Negan are given the chance to find new ways of redeeming themselves by struggling alongside the other survivors that have all been changed by the horrors of the fallen world.
The pacing is extremely slow and I can understand why that may be a turnoff for a lot of people, but I eventually learned to enjoy watching the characters grow, overcome their trauma, find meaning in life and learn to love again. The characters are forced to do many terrible things to survive and it haunts them every waking moment. The ways they overcome these regrets is very realistic, human and hopeful. The slow pacing really gives the feeling that we're living beside these people. The way every tiny detail of their lives and who they are is explored makes them feel very real and believable.
When I first started reading the series, I wasn't expecting it to have such an uplifting ending. It seemed so bleak and nihilistic for a long time and things would go horribly wrong even when they seemed to be going so well, but the finale channels all the pain, suffering and betrayal of the previous volumes and tops it off with a very touching and inspiring finish. This was never a story about hopelessness. It's about learning to appreciate the little things, learning to forgive yourself and learning to move on even when it's hard. When everything seems lost there's always more to be found, even when we believe otherwise because we convince ourselves that we don't deserve to be happy ever again. Instead of dwelling on what was lost, strive to try and make things better than they were before.
I've never been a huge fan of zombie apocalypse stories, but The Walking Dead had enough heart and strong social commentary to make me stick by the characters until the end and I enjoyed every moment of their long trial.
***
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October 25, 2018
We've gone back to the prison, I almost forgot who was who, it feels like it's been a while.
We see a guy in riot gear come tearing up to the prison, of course thinking it's Glenn then boom, it's ya boy Tyreese, he can't find Rick, Glenn or Michonne, finds the stuck car but none of the occupants, Lori of course is panicking.
And can I just say? CALLED IT! I felt Glenn wouldn't saying anything, I felt like The G was bluffing to get at Rick, he basically now knows they live in a prison, it's just a case of finding it.
x
We see a guy in riot gear come tearing up to the prison, of course thinking it's Glenn then boom, it's ya boy Tyreese, he can't find Rick, Glenn or Michonne, finds the stuck car but none of the occupants, Lori of course is panicking.
And can I just say? CALLED IT! I felt Glenn wouldn't saying anything, I felt like The G was bluffing to get at Rick, he basically now knows they live in a prison, it's just a case of finding it.
x
February 1, 2019
While like in Woodbury is horrible, and we wonder if they will get out we go back to life at the prison. Veggies are growing. Andrea brings up the fact that all survivors may not be good. Tyreese begins looking for those at Woodbury.
December 30, 2025
Não aconteceu grandes coisas.
Otis (?) e Billy (?) sendo homofóbicos e machistas...
Mal posso esperar pra eles morrerem.
O final foi bem qualquer coisa.
Não me deu vontade de continuar igual os outros finais de arcos.
Otis (?) e Billy (?) sendo homofóbicos e machistas...
Mal posso esperar pra eles morrerem.
O final foi bem qualquer coisa.
Não me deu vontade de continuar igual os outros finais de arcos.
March 15, 2018
¡Hijo de la gran puta! Ojala te mueras pronto.
December 26, 2021
I was hooked the first couple pages, love the art and especially the zombies and the post apocalyptic setting 😻🤩🧟♂️🔥🔫
July 29, 2022
This was ok not scary but it's short
August 24, 2022
Can't wait for carol to kill herself
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 16, 2025
The Walking Dead
Issue#30
Volume#05
Robert Kirkman
End of volume 05
Back to the prison
Searching for the scouting party
But they are not found
Issue#30
Volume#05
Robert Kirkman
End of volume 05
Back to the prison
Searching for the scouting party
But they are not found
April 19, 2016
Poor Glenn, he does not realize that the Governor has sent a person or a group of people to follow him to the prison so that they can take it over and kick him, Rick and the group out.
I was hoping that Glenn was going to have a bit of good luck when he got to the car, but apparently not. He is in deep crap now, with all of those walkers around nearby.
Andrea must be really bored if she is is excited at shooting one of the zombies in the head. I would think she would be used to it by now, and pretty bored of it, too.
I do not like that Andrea made Dale feel bad when they were talking about waiting for Rick, Glenn and Michonne to get back from Woodbury. Andrea's words made me feel like she only wants Dale because he keeps her and the kids safe.
Lori needs to get ahold of herself and her fucking hormones. She either bitches too much on a constant basis, or cries too much in a constant basis. Geez, I would HATE having to be around that annoying cow all day every single day.
Carol just does NOT know when to quit. Lori has already made it crystal clear that she only sees Carol as a friend and nothing more. So Carol needs to get a grip and stop coming into Lori.
I like the conversation between Maggie, Hershel and Axel when they were fueling the generator. I am glad that Maggie is not the type to bury her head in the sand and hide from the truth.
Otis did not deserve the crap that Patricia was giving him when he approached her, said he did not want to get back together, but asked if they could be friends. Otis was just trying to be nice.
And here we go, more of Lori's bitching. But then again, what else is new? From the moment Rick joined the group and stepped in to be the leader, all Lori does is bitch and moan. Even BEFORE she got knocked up.
I agree with what Andrea was saying. As much as I felt like she was wasting bullets, it IS a good idea for her to keep practicing her shooting. If they get attacked, someone has to defend them.
I do not understand why they do not have more people at the gate. It would be a lot easier to defend the place with more than two people keeping watch, and A LOT easier to open the gates with more than two people.
I agree with Tyreese, Lori needs to stop her fucking crying and stay positive that Rick and the others are still alive. Until they get absolute proof, as in the bodies, the rest of the group should assume Rick, Glenn and Michonne are alive.
Oh shit, the Governor and his group are going to locate and attack the prison because they want any and all supplies the prison has and they will do anything to get it, especially killing Rick's group.
I was hoping that Glenn was going to have a bit of good luck when he got to the car, but apparently not. He is in deep crap now, with all of those walkers around nearby.
Andrea must be really bored if she is is excited at shooting one of the zombies in the head. I would think she would be used to it by now, and pretty bored of it, too.
I do not like that Andrea made Dale feel bad when they were talking about waiting for Rick, Glenn and Michonne to get back from Woodbury. Andrea's words made me feel like she only wants Dale because he keeps her and the kids safe.
Lori needs to get ahold of herself and her fucking hormones. She either bitches too much on a constant basis, or cries too much in a constant basis. Geez, I would HATE having to be around that annoying cow all day every single day.
Carol just does NOT know when to quit. Lori has already made it crystal clear that she only sees Carol as a friend and nothing more. So Carol needs to get a grip and stop coming into Lori.
I like the conversation between Maggie, Hershel and Axel when they were fueling the generator. I am glad that Maggie is not the type to bury her head in the sand and hide from the truth.
Otis did not deserve the crap that Patricia was giving him when he approached her, said he did not want to get back together, but asked if they could be friends. Otis was just trying to be nice.
And here we go, more of Lori's bitching. But then again, what else is new? From the moment Rick joined the group and stepped in to be the leader, all Lori does is bitch and moan. Even BEFORE she got knocked up.
I agree with what Andrea was saying. As much as I felt like she was wasting bullets, it IS a good idea for her to keep practicing her shooting. If they get attacked, someone has to defend them.
I do not understand why they do not have more people at the gate. It would be a lot easier to defend the place with more than two people keeping watch, and A LOT easier to open the gates with more than two people.
I agree with Tyreese, Lori needs to stop her fucking crying and stay positive that Rick and the others are still alive. Until they get absolute proof, as in the bodies, the rest of the group should assume Rick, Glenn and Michonne are alive.
Oh shit, the Governor and his group are going to locate and attack the prison because they want any and all supplies the prison has and they will do anything to get it, especially killing Rick's group.
April 14, 2015
Life in the prison is getting a little tense while three of them are still missing. Never the less, Andrea and Tyreese seem to be ready for the storm that is coming and that's because the Governor is now sure that the prison is near.
The Best. Tyreese really stepped up, put on a riot suit and attempted to find Rick, Glenn, and Michonne. Andrea is becoming a crack shot with the rifle. They get to watch movies again.
The Worst. Tyreese lost the tracks of Rick, Glenn, and Michonne somewhere in the forest, so pregnant Lori is freaking out. Carol tries to be helpful and supportive and all Lori does is freak out and take it as Carol wanting to try something again with her. The Governor knows for a fact now that Rick's group is at a prison and now its only a matter of time before they find it.
The Differences. The Governor in the show figures out where they are but considering the factors that Andrea comes to talk to them ahead of time, they seemingly know he will make it there at some point. Also, Carol never hits of Rick and/or Lori. The Carol in the show is a lot more stable, having gone through so much and not really needing to be with someone all the time. Unfortunately, Lori and Rick really aren't talking all that much at this point in the show, but she still seems to freak out about ever decision Rick makes. Understandably so, however, since the events in Woodbury don't take place in the show, I find Lori's attitude a bit repetitive. There's being overly worried, and then there is being pregnant worried, which I think can be worse since a large part of it is the hormones (and this being said by a woman, before I get the OMG comments).
Those Remembered. I don't believe any one is seen to have died in this issue.
Recommend. To the fans of The Walking Dead Universe, zombies, horror dramas, and apocalypse style stories.
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The Best. Tyreese really stepped up, put on a riot suit and attempted to find Rick, Glenn, and Michonne. Andrea is becoming a crack shot with the rifle. They get to watch movies again.
The Worst. Tyreese lost the tracks of Rick, Glenn, and Michonne somewhere in the forest, so pregnant Lori is freaking out. Carol tries to be helpful and supportive and all Lori does is freak out and take it as Carol wanting to try something again with her. The Governor knows for a fact now that Rick's group is at a prison and now its only a matter of time before they find it.
The Differences. The Governor in the show figures out where they are but considering the factors that Andrea comes to talk to them ahead of time, they seemingly know he will make it there at some point. Also, Carol never hits of Rick and/or Lori. The Carol in the show is a lot more stable, having gone through so much and not really needing to be with someone all the time. Unfortunately, Lori and Rick really aren't talking all that much at this point in the show, but she still seems to freak out about ever decision Rick makes. Understandably so, however, since the events in Woodbury don't take place in the show, I find Lori's attitude a bit repetitive. There's being overly worried, and then there is being pregnant worried, which I think can be worse since a large part of it is the hormones (and this being said by a woman, before I get the OMG comments).
Those Remembered. I don't believe any one is seen to have died in this issue.
Recommend. To the fans of The Walking Dead Universe, zombies, horror dramas, and apocalypse style stories.
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April 13, 2016
The motherfucking Governor didn't even know about the prison. Fuck. He lied about letting Glenn go. Jerk. Even I bought it. Ass-fuck. AAAH! I hope Rick keeps his mouth shut. I agree, his face definitely gave away the fact that the had a prison they were staying at. This Governor is smart, and ... dare I say "evil." I don't understand how he can live with so completely different personalities. He seems friendly to his regular towns people.
Oh, it wasn't this issue, but I forgot to note how CREEPY it is that the Governor has his zombie-fied daughter chained up to the wall in his house. Yick. I don't know if it is supposed to make us feel some sympathy for him. I don't feel any. If anything, it proves how off his chump he really is. He feeds her Rick's hand ... there are so many things not right about this dude.
I reaaaaaally hope kids aren't reading this. I am having a hard enough time navigating the implications of all that his happening in these comics. I would NOT have understood the ramifications of some of the events in the story as a teen. Hell, even a few years ago, I probably would have just went along for the ride, clueless to all the detrimental stereotyping going on. Granted, the last few issues of this volume did bring me back in ... though, I am still not convinced what I thought was "great" about the issues was intentional on Kirkman's part. I can't say. I'm going to give it one more volume before I decide whether or not this is going to be something I can continue reading.
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Oh, it wasn't this issue, but I forgot to note how CREEPY it is that the Governor has his zombie-fied daughter chained up to the wall in his house. Yick. I don't know if it is supposed to make us feel some sympathy for him. I don't feel any. If anything, it proves how off his chump he really is. He feeds her Rick's hand ... there are so many things not right about this dude.
I reaaaaaally hope kids aren't reading this. I am having a hard enough time navigating the implications of all that his happening in these comics. I would NOT have understood the ramifications of some of the events in the story as a teen. Hell, even a few years ago, I probably would have just went along for the ride, clueless to all the detrimental stereotyping going on. Granted, the last few issues of this volume did bring me back in ... though, I am still not convinced what I thought was "great" about the issues was intentional on Kirkman's part. I can't say. I'm going to give it one more volume before I decide whether or not this is going to be something I can continue reading.
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November 14, 2015
Great! If you are enjoying these particular comics with the governor, I recommend reading, "The Walking Dead, The Governor Series". That series gives you much more background and depth into the governor and what goes on in Woodbury. Really enjoy seeing the differences between the show and the comics.
August 11, 2016
As with any ongoing comic, some issues are filler, and some are just to move the plot along. This issue moves the plot along. There's not really anything to say about this issue by itself. As a whole, it fits the narrative.
October 18, 2016
Just finished chapter 5, which includes volumes 25-30. Started off strong and it had its funny moments. HOWEVER, it became effed up just for the sake of it. A violent man rapes a woman just to show the audience how violent he is. Completely unnecessary.
January 5, 2022
This issue was the final part of what would be collected in TPB Volume 5: The Best Defense and doesn't end on a shocking moment but feels like calm before the storm as we catch up with the prison survivors after a few issues in Woodbury with The Gouvenor. Lots of tension building but no climax.
November 8, 2012
I love the walking dead. It really shows that humans are the worst.
May 10, 2014
The gang have only been gone 2 days.
The generator gets working.
Glenn returns... you think that... It's Tyreese.
You start to wonder if the Governor is lying about Glenn.
The generator gets working.
Glenn returns... you think that... It's Tyreese.
You start to wonder if the Governor is lying about Glenn.
March 22, 2015
The prison is in danger!
July 29, 2016
After all the brutality of the last issues, it was good to have a breather with character development.
November 2, 2016
No se quebró. Rick se comió el viaje..y yo también
January 5, 2017
Oh, wow, todo el número creí que era Glenn. Buenísima la idea de este número.
December 21, 2019
Le nouvel ordre et ses choix. A voir...
January 18, 2022
I hope they get to watch kindergarten cop.
February 25, 2022
Nice, mostly quiet issue.
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