In The Walking Dead Season 12, the survivors are nearing the final chapter of their post-apocalyptic struggle. With the world in ruins and humanity scattered across the land, the once unshakable bond between communities begins to erode as new threats emerge. This season, the fight against the undead takes a backseat to the fight for what little humanity remains among the survivors.

As Daryl Dixon (Norman Reedus) and Carol Peletier (Melissa McBride) continue their leadership roles within the Commonwealth, tensions between the different factions reach a boiling point. The Commonwealth, a once-promising society offering safety and structure, now faces internal decay as political corruption and power struggles unravel its foundation. Eugene (Josh McDermitt), Yumiko (Christian Serratos), and others try to navigate the complex political landscape, torn between holding onto hope for a better future or abandoning the Commonwealth in favor of a more uncertain but free existence.

The emotional core of the season revolves around the characters’ internal struggles and personal sacrifices. Rick Grimes (Andrew Lincoln), still believed to be lost, may have a larger role to play than anyone realizes, and his potential return serves as a beacon of hope for some, but a source of anxiety for others. Meanwhile, Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) and Maggie (Lauren Cohan) must reconcile their past and face the unthinkable as old wounds and grudges resurface in the wake of new threats.