The Shocking Truth Behind Fear The Walking Dead's Final Villain & Alicia's Shocking Destiny Revealed

Fear the Walking Dead season 8, episode 6 introduces a surprising twist by foreshadowing a significant character's demise offscreen. The show, in its efforts to pave the way for an anticipated final antagonist, initially led viewers to believe that PADRE would take on this pivotal role throughout the last season. However, it becomes evident that PADRE's position as the central threat was only intended for the first half of the season.

Fear the Walking Dead season 8's midseason finale seemingly brought an end to the conflict between Morgan's group and the PADRE organization. Although PADRE hasn't completely collapsed, the need for further confrontation ceased when Shrike, bitten by her zombified father, succumbed to the infection. As a result, Morgan decided to provide PADRE with the coordinates they desired. With Madison assuming leadership of the organization, PADRE appears to be embarking on a different path moving forward. However, this doesn't signify the end of their troubles. The concluding scene in Fear the Walking Dead season 8, episode 6, titled "All I See Is Red," hinted at the emergence of a new adversary. Furthermore, the scene suggested that they have also taken the life of a significant character.

Fear The Walking Dead's Midseason Finale Sets Up A New Villain

In the scene, an unidentified character is shown listening to Madison's broadcast about her plans for PADRE. Although their face is not shown, Fear the Walking Dead provides some intriguing hints about their role in the larger storyline. Notably, this person is seen possessing a metal arm that clearly belongs to Alicia. Alongside Alicia's arm, there are also a pair of sunglasses and a hammer on the table. The sunglasses bear a striking resemblance to the ones Victor Strand used to wear on the show. As for the hammer, it could potentially be Madison's signature weapon, given her past association with hammers.

The framing of this scene suggests that the character listening to Madison's broadcast will be an adversary to the main characters. This mystery antagonist gives off the impression of being a sort of stalker. Not only does he possess items that are connected to the characters from Fear the Walking Dead, but there is also a map in the background that charts the Clark family's journey throughout all eight seasons. While PADRE had grand plans in mind, it appears that Fear the Walking Dead's new villain will have a more personal agenda - specifically, it seems that they will be seeking revenge against Madison and the others.

Fear The Walking Dead Season 8's Mystery Figure Identity Explained

Although the mystery figure in FTWD remains hidden, a significant clue to their true identity is revealed in the scene. A particular shot focuses on the hammer, which holds more significance than just being Madison's weapon of choice. This hammer bears a striking resemblance to the one Madison used to bludgeon Troy in the second-to-last episode of season 3. Madison, upon discovering that Troy intentionally led the zombie horde to the ranch, brutally killed him with two blows to the head.

Given the two severe blows he sustained to his head, there were little doubts concerning his fate. Even if he managed to miraculously survive his injuries, he would still have to escape from the dam with very limited time, especially considering that Frank Dillane's character, Nick Clark, destroyed it in the subsequent episode. However, it is worth noting that Fear the Walking Dead has brought back "dead" characters before. Madison, for example, returned despite her apparent death in the stadium fire during season 4. Therefore, the presence of a weapon identical to the hammer that supposedly killed Troy in season 8 strongly suggests his resurrection.

Has Alicia Been Killed In Fear The Walking Dead?

If Troy is seeking revenge, his plan may already be in motion. There were hopes that Alicia would come back and potentially reunite with Madison, but there is no evidence suggesting that Alycia Debnam-Carey will reprise her role, not even for one episode. This means that her open-ended scene in the season 7 finale may never be resolved. Currently, Fear the Walking Dead is heading towards a resolution in this matter, although it may not involve the return of the actress. The final scene does not confirm anything definitively, but it does imply that Alicia is dead, presumably as a result of the actions of the unknown antagonist.

She may have met an untimely demise off-screen, offering a plausible explanation as to why she never attempted to follow Morgan's group once she realized she wasn't dying. It is probable that the new antagonist introduced in season 8, who has been closely monitoring the characters' movements, first encountered Alicia and will now set their sights on Madison. Alternatively, the show could unveil that Alicia has been captured by this character. However, this would naturally require the actress to make at least one guest appearance in season 8. In essence, Alicia's injured arm can only lead to one of two possibilities. The option of leaving her fate open to interpretation no longer seems viable, indicating that either Alicia will make a comeback or her death will be definitively confirmed.

Fear The Walking Dead Really Needed A New Final Villain

Alicia's fate and the plot holes associated with Troy's potential return aside, Fear the Walking Dead is taking a different direction that surpasses the idea of PADRE being the final villain. The reveal of who the villains were left much to be desired. Shrike served well as an antagonist for a multi-episode arc, but she never truly felt like the right choice for Fear the Walking Dead's ultimate villain. The role of the ultimate adversary for the characters should be given to someone who can truly be seen as such, and neither leader of PADRE met that criteria, especially with Virginia and Strand both being much more menacing villains.

FTWD requires a formidable adversary who can outshine all others. It is crucial that the ultimate villain has a profound and personal connection to the characters, and Troy would certainly possess that if he were to make a comeback in Fear the Walking Dead season 8. Furthermore, Troy would have a strong affiliation with the specific group that is expected to play a significant role in the show. While Dwight mentioned his intention to return home and Morgan seems determined to locate Rick Grimes, the absence of Grace, who has passed away, leaves the series lacking many characters introduced after its reimagining in season 4. Conversely, several key protagonists from the initial three seasons, including Daniel, Madison, Strand, and Luciana, are set to return. With these four individuals present, Troy would be the ideal adversary to serve as the final challenge.