The Revelation of A and B
The Walking Dead has kept fans on the edge of their seats with the enigmatic A and B designations, shrouded in mystery and speculation. The recent finale of Walking Dead: World Beyond has finally shed light on this long-standing puzzle, providing answers that were once elusive.
Pollyanna McIntosh as Jadis with a nose-bleed in Walking Dead World Beyond
The A and B mystery, which has intrigued viewers since the debut of Jadis and her Scavengers in The Walking Dead season 7, has been a source of relentless speculation. It became evident early on that the group was involved in the abduction of survivors, dispatching them via helicopter to an undisclosed destination. Jadis, in a pivotal moment, secured her passage into the Civic Republic by falsely categorizing Rick as a B, contrary to her prior assessment, leaving fans with burning questions about the significance of A and B designations.
Rick from The Walking Dead wearing a CRM jacket, standing by the water and looking behind him in the air.
The limited series The Walking Dead: World Beyond has taken a direct approach in addressing the CRM A and B labels, unraveling the truth behind these cryptic classifications in season 2, episode 10, 'The Last Light'. Prior to this revelation, fans had speculated on various theories regarding the meaning of the A and B labels, with many revolving around character traits and personalities. However, the truth behind the A and B designations proves to be far more sinister than anticipated.
The CRM guards look on in Fear the Walking Dead
The Sinister Truth Revealed
In a gripping duel between Jadis and her former mentor, Huck, a startling revelation emerges. Jadis confesses, 'I had someone special. I had an 'A' but I said he was a 'B' so he wouldn't end up in your mother's lab. I owed him that much.' This revelation unveils the dark secrets behind the CRM's A and B labels, shedding light on the fate of Rick Grimes after his departure in The Walking Dead season 9.
Jadis pointing a gun in Walking Dead Ones Who Live
The CRM's clandestine experimentation required fresh subjects for testing their prototype reanimation-slowing drug, reserving A-subjects for this specific purpose. Jadis' disclosure in The Walking Dead: World Beyond confirms that Rick was intentionally downplayed, concealing his true significance from the CRM. It becomes evident that A-grade prisoners were subjected to Project V lab experiments, raising further questions about the criteria for A-designation and the sinister motives behind it.
Jadis aiming a gun at Rick in The Walking Dead
The Fate of A and B Captives
Jadis' deceit regarding Rick's designation sheds light on the fate of A and B captives, while raising lingering questions about the destiny of B-designated individuals. It becomes evident that A-subjects are earmarked for experimentation, prompting speculation about the specific criteria for A-designation and the intended purpose behind it. However, the fate of B-designated captives remains shrouded in uncertainty, leaving fans to ponder over the potential roles and outcomes of individuals classified as B.
An image of Jadis looking serious in The Walking Dead
One plausible theory suggests that B-designated captives may be recruited as compliant soldiers, given their less rebellious personalities. This speculation raises further questions about the fate of Rick Grimes and the potential consequences of his B-designation. The unanswered questions surrounding the fate of B-designated individuals continue to fuel anticipation and intrigue among fans, as they await the unraveling of this lingering mystery.
Rick Grimes leaning against a brick wall in The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live