The Walking dead

[vanishingpint]

Ok. Carol's little chat with that kid might be the most disturbing thing on the series so far.Christ she is cold as ice. I don't think I realized how feral the group had become til this episode.Also ,what the hell happened to father Gabriel? I guess we'll see him next week, but dang he just about disappeared when they got to Douchebury.

 

[watermelon83]

Chevy Chase. Not really, but he looks like him.

The Scarlet Letter.

Look at the flowers, little boy.

Morgan St.

Did you notice that as Rick was standing at the wall near the end, he also had a faded (or washed) "A" on his hand? I was curious if it meant alcohol, and those who drank the night before had to wear it. Although the senators hubby wasn't wearing it.

 

[Talgrath]

Did you notice that as Rick was standing at the wall near the end, he also had a faded (or washed) "A" on his hand? I was curious if it meant alcohol, and those who drank the night before had to wear it. Although the senators hubby wasn't wearing it.

That was meant to show that they are part of Alexandria, Kellie's kid was doling those out at the door.

 

[Kevin79]

There were a lot of metaphors in this past episode. I got a chuckle out of michonne holding the plastic cocktail sword.

 

[vanishingpint]

Wouldn't want her to use it on me though.

 

[HoppyDaze]

He's right, because you pronounce S like "ess."

I think the W people are the people she exiled.

no

 

[HoppyDaze]

So, am I the only one who picked up on the literary allusion to The Scarlet Letter with the stamped red "A" that Rick and Jessie are now wearing? Possible foreshadowing for what's coming, as well as a hint that we're now in a world were things like adultery will be considered major crimes again with harsh punishments.

anal? I also hope Rick gets a STD

 

[CGVT]

Well, actually...

The Rule

The rule states that “a” should be used before words that begin with consonants (e.g., b, c ,d) while “an” should be used before words that begin with vowels (e.g., a,e,i). Notice, however, that the usage is determined by the pronunciation and not by the spelling, as many people wrongly assume

 

[Zuljin]

Well, actually...

The Rule

The rule states that “a” should be used before words that begin with consonants (e.g., b, c ,d) while “an” should be used before words that begin with vowels (e.g., a,e,i). Notice, however, that the usage is determined by the pronunciation and not by the spelling, as many people wrongly assume

Look at the flowers, Hoppy.

 

[watermelon83]

That was meant to show that they are part of Alexandria, Kellie's kid was doling those out at the door.

Makes sense, like a joke nightclub stamp maybe?

 

[GrogNerd]

i before e... wait, take that sh*t to the Funny things you've overheard about beer thread derailment #28

 

[HoppyDaze]

Well, actually...

The Rule

The rule states that “a” should be used before words that begin with consonants (e.g., b, c ,d) while “an” should be used before words that begin with vowels (e.g., a,e,i). Notice, however, that the usage is determined by the pronunciation and not by the spelling, as many people wrongly assume

Nope

 

[lupulinaddict]

Damn, I am so nervous this post is grammatically correct.

I don't think Sasha was banned. I got the impression she went out to target shoot again. I think that Sasha is being realistic. She understands this way of living is a fantasy now, and it's way too soon to let down your guard. Judging by ricks stubble, they have had to been there three or four days? Why is Rick not mentioning the "w"? He has to realize they are close. Even hanging up the sword bothered me. I understand they have been dreaming of this for a long time and had just about given up hope that it still exists, but come on! They have been attack by the governor twice. One time he brought a freakin tank. The last group they encountered tried to slaughter and eat him. You also have the group Daryl was with try to kill him and molest his son. If you went through all of that and more wouldn't you be more hesitant to disarm your whole group and try to hit on a married women?

 

[HoppyDaze]

Damn, I am so nervous this post is grammatically correct.

I don't think Sasha was banned. I got the impression

I stopped reading after the second sentence where I found a grammatical incorrectness. "I had" would have been more appropriate. Imagine if I got a appropriate English education

Back on track you cocks

 

[Natdavis777]

The "W" on the forehead could have stood for Woodbury... I mean, c'mon, people dont forget bro...


Ive had a few stiff drinks

 

[max384]

Cool thread! I never noticed it before.

I'm addicted to this show!

Am I the only one who isn't crazy about Rick's leadership? I just think he's too mentally unstable at this point...

 

[Natdavis777]

I love Rick's leadership. I thought he was too cautious, or too much of a ***** until last season. I feel he pulled a "Walter White" and broke bad when he bit the guy's face off and saved Daryl and his family.

These people have to be ruthless. He is just now doing what he needs to do. Trust no one but family until they prove themselves. I mean, they already have a game plan to take this town in case poo hits the fan. He always has a plan giving himself or his group one leg up. That's how I would be in his situation.

 

[max384]

I love Rick's leadership. I thought he was too cautious, or too much of a ***** until last season. I feel he pulled a "Walter White" and broke bad when he bit the guy's face off and saved Daryl and his family.

These people have to be ruthless. He is just now doing what he needs to do. Trust no one but family until they prove themselves. I mean, they already have a game plan to take this town in case poo hits the fan. He always has a plan giving himself or his group one leg up. That's how I would be in his situation.

I thought he was too much of a pu$$y at first too... But I think he's gone over the top.

One of my biggest gripes was when Rick knocked out Aaron. There was no reason for that, and it could have backed them into a corner where they had no choice but to fight (and having options is NEVER a bad thing). He was no threat at that point, since he was being held, and had already been stripped of his weapons. Frankly, it was cowardly to hit a man being held by his people.

Besides, beyond the bad tactics, they need to maintain humanity. Survival and maintaining humanity are not mutually exclusive.

 

[Natdavis777]

I thought he was too much of a pu$$y at first too... But I think he's gone over the top.

One of my biggest gripes was when Rick knocked out Aaron. There was no reason for that, and it could have backed them into a corner where they had no choice but to fight (and having options is NEVER a bad thing). He was no threat at that point, since he was being held, and had already been stripped of his weapons. Frankly, it was cowardly to hit a man being held by his people.

Besides, beyond the bad tactics, they need to maintain humanity. Survival and maintaining humanity are not mutually exclusive.

Yeah but consider that he has Terminus fresh on his mind. People offering peace and luring you in just to enslave and eat you. As he said in this last episode, people are the real threat now. I dont disagree with you that it was cowardly, but I believe it was still justifiable until he knows who he is dealing with. Say he started beating him senseless or actually started the action to kill Aaron if the group didnt come back on time just for Aaron to say that their plan was to entrap Rick's group, and Aaron divulge this info to spare his own life. Although unlikely, they are still heightened threats to Rick. Especially in their given situation.

As for humanity, while it needs to be preserved, they have been on the run for years. Look at the stress troops take on 8mo deployments. Now imagine that as never getting a LOA and always staying on the defensive. For 3 years they have been in survival mode. Not knowing if they will live to see the next day, not knowing where the next meal will come from or when they will eat. Psychologically they have issues, as seen at Alexandria and the dinner party. They have a long way to make it back to humanity. I think this is the big contrast we are seeing now between the two groups.

 

[max384]

Yeah but consider that he has Terminus fresh on his mind. People offering peace and luring you in just to enslave and eat you. As he said in this last episode, people are the real threat now. I dont disagree with you that it was cowardly, but I believe it was still justifiable until he knows who he is dealing with. Say he started beating him senseless or actually started the action to kill Aaron if the group didnt come back on time just for Aaron to say that their plan was to entrap Rick's group, and Aaron divulge this info to spare his own life. Although unlikely, they are still heightened threats to Rick. Especially in their given situation.

As for humanity, while it needs to be preserved, they have been on the run for years. Look at the stress troops take on 8mo deployments. Now imagine that as never getting a LOA and always staying on the defensive. For 3 years they have been in survival mode. Not knowing if they will live to see the next day, not knowing where the next meal will come from or when they will eat. Psychologically they have issues, as seen at Alexandria and the dinner party. They have a long way to make it back to humanity. I think this is the big contrast we are seeing now between the two groups.

Having done two combat deployments (Iraq and Afghanistan), I know firsthand the stress of combat. However, that doesn't mean that losing humanity is right or justifiable. I mean, even within their group, not everyone agrees with how Rick is leading.

I'm not advocating this action, but if Rick had tortured Aaron into telling him the truth, at least I could see the sense in doing so. However, knocking him out served no purpose in their situation.

 

[Natdavis777]

Having done two combat deployments (Iraq and Afghanistan), I know firsthand the stress of combat. However, that doesn't mean that losing humanity is right or justifiable. I mean, even within their group, not everyone agrees with how Rick is leading.

I'm not advocating this action, but if Rick had tortured Aaron into telling him the truth, at least I could see the sense in doing so. However, knocking him out served no purpose in their situation.

I agree, I guess my point is that Rick has been let down time after time when humanity has offered a chance, therefore, he is rightfully apprehensive when it presents itself.

 

[LabRatBrewer]

I think the W's are a branding like cattle. Maybe someone found a use for the walkers and is herding them.

What color was the A? Looked scarlet. I can't remember but in the Scarlet Letter wasn't the mark an A?

 

[GrogNerd]

"Wolves Not Far" on the wall of Noah's community in Richmond, where they found the hacked up walkers with W on their foreheads

"Wolf Fight" on the comic book the girl was reading

W = Wolves

 

[drainbamage]

I think the W's are a branding like cattle. Maybe someone found a use for the walkers and is herding them.

What color was the A? Looked scarlet. I can't remember but in the Scarlet Letter wasn't the mark an A?

Yeah, A for "adultery".

I've been taking the W's to stand for the Wolves, but maybe it hints at Morgan as well. Maybe Rick's group gets pinned down by the Wolves when Morgan finally arrives to help out?

 

[vanishingpint]

Wasn't that the senator sending Sasha out and closing the gate?She told Sasha she wanted something from her.Perhaps she was sending her out to to do that thing.

 

[chewse]

Here’s how it goes (based on the last couple of seasons)...start with the premise that ALL living humans that Rick and the “family” come in contact with are just plain bad. Many of these bad people give the initial impression that they are good/friendly while others are simply bad to begin with. As Rick and Family get further acquainted with the various bands of humans, they expose just how bad these non-family members are to the survival of Rick and his Family. As a result, the interaction/conflict escalates until the Family and the band of bad humans get into a shooting barrage; with the bad humans getting killed along with one or two members of the Family. Of course, Rick and the bulk of the Family members go on living to fight another day with them “adopting” one or two of the surviving bad humans who really are good deep down. Do I have the pattern correct?

So what do you think will happen? Of course, Rick and the Family will kill the bad human (remember the premise that all humans that come into contact with Rick and the Family are bad) town folks, suffer the loss of one or two of the Family members and then replace their causalities with a couple of the town folks who are really good deep down.

 

[max384]

Here’s how it goes (based on the last couple of seasons)...start with the premise that ALL living humans that Rick and the “family” come in contact with are just plain bad. Many of these bad people give the initial impression that they are good/friendly while others are simply bad to begin with. As Rick and Family get further acquainted with the various bands of humans, they expose just how bad these non-family members are to the survival of Rick and his Family. As a result, the interaction/conflict escalates until the Family and the band of bad humans get into a shooting barrage; with the bad humans getting killed along with one or two members of the Family. Of course, Rick and the bulk of the Family members go on living to fight another day with them “adopting” one or two of the surviving bad humans who really are good deep down. Do I have the pattern correct?

So what do you think will happen? Of course, Rick and the Family will kill the bad human (remember the premise that all humans that come into contact with Rick and the Family are bad) town folks, suffer the loss of one or two of the Family members and then replace their causalities with a couple of the town folks who are really good deep down.

They've already done the zombie thing, simple fighting zombies doesn't captivate the audience any longer, then they lived alongside the good people at Hershel's farm, then they fought against the bad place (Woodbury), then a worse place (Terminus). I think they're going to morph into the "bad guys" next. The writers have to continue to come up with new things, rather than just regurgitating the same things over and over. Making them the bad ones will do just that.

And, of course, they already alluded to that when Rick said they'd take over the town if it didn't work out.

 

[LabRatBrewer]

Yeah, A for "adultery".

That makes sense. Rick is going to sleep with the barber or at least struggle with the urge to.

 

[PRE66_6TART]

no

Letters are pronounced differently than how they sound. Here is the alphabet in alphabetical order:
A H R B Q D W E F L M N S X G I J K O P C T V Y U Z

 

[BigPicture]

Carol & Daryl are my new favorites.

When she was explaining to that little kid about tieing him to a tree & letting the zombies have at him............ she was smiling. It was all a game. She was enjoying it a little too much.

What was it that convinced Daryl about the new digs? The motorcycle? The spaghetti? The job? The horse?

How about when Carol offered the guns & Daryl refused but Rick took his................................ Kind of ominous!