The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live Episode 2 Review
Explaining Michonne's absence
The second episode of The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live finally sheds light on where Michonne has been all this time and why she hasn't returned to Alexandria. The episode reveals that Michonne made new friends while on the road north to find Rick, only to get caught in a chlorine gas attack by the CRM that left her seriously injured. This revelation explains Michonne's prolonged absence from the main series and provides closure on her story from The Walking Dead season 10.
Introducing the Wagon Community
The episode also introduces the wagon community, a group of travelers who live by the rule of never stopping for anyone, no matter what. Led by Elle, the community has a pragmatic lifestyle and constantly moves from place to place. Despite appearing to have potential, the wagon community is quickly written out of the story, with three of the four characters associated with them meeting their demise. This quick resolution raises questions about the purpose of introducing the community in the first place.
Missed Potential
While the wagon community had the potential to bring new storytelling possibilities to The Walking Dead universe, their swift exit from the series leaves their introduction feeling unnecessary. The community's commitment to continuous movement and their conflict with Michonne could have been explored further, but instead, they are disposed of in a matter of minutes. The decision to sideline the wagon community despite their initial introduction hints at a missed opportunity for the series to delve into their unique dynamics and potential narratives.
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