The Walking Dead Finally Reveals the Shocking Truth About Lori After 12 Long Years
Daryl Dixon's shocking pregnancy revelation in episode 2 of The Walking Dead spinoff finally uncovers the long-standing mystery surrounding Lori, delving into the darker and twisted aspects of the series
Summary
In the second installment of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon, a captivating flashback unfolds, unveiling the astonishing truth behind young Laurent's existence. Widely regarded as a prophesied savior, Laurent's origins trace back to a jaw-dropping scenario where his mother, having endured a zombie bite, astoundingly brings forth a vigorous newborn rather than a decaying walker.
This revelation suggests that Laurent could be immune to the zombie virus, positioning him as a potential source for a cure. The spinoff takes a darker turn from the original series, showcasing the heartbreaking demise of Lily during childbirth, followed by the nuns having to conduct a C-section on her reanimated body.
Warning: Spoilers for The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon episode 2!In episode 2 of The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon, a flashback reveals information about Lori Grimes, answering a question that arose over 12 years after her death. Unlike other spinoffs of The Walking Dead that have placed popular characters in new settings with new cast members, the spinoff featuring Daryl Dixon appears to have a clear objective.
In this spinoff, Norman Reedus' character, the zombie slayer Daryl Dixon, is in France. In episode 1, he embarks on a road trip with Sister Isabella and a boy named Laurent. Although it is unclear why, Laurent is believed to be revered as a messiah by the Union of Hope, and Daryl is entrusted by Isabelle with the task of delivering the boy to Paris. The second episode provides answers about Laurent's significance and also resolves a lingering question regarding Lori's death.
Walking Dead Spinoff Reveals What Would've Happened If Pregnant Lori Turned
In the third season of The Walking Dead, a shocking event occurred early on when Lori, a prominent character, died during childbirth in the fourth episode. This tragic incident occurred as Lori went into labor during a zombie attack at the prison where the survivors sought refuge. Due to severe blood loss, Lori passed away after Maggie had to perform an emergency C-section. The show had always avoided addressing what would happen if an expectant mother was bitten by a walker, but this is clarified in a flashback featured in Daryl Dixon's second episode.
In this flashback, it is revealed that Laurent is actually Isabelle's nephew, as Isabelle's pregnant sister Lily (portrayed by Faustine Koziel) was bitten by a zombie shortly after the initial outbreak. Lily later died and reanimated while the nuns of the Abbey of Saint Bernadette performed a C-section. Surprisingly, despite the circumstances, she did not give birth to another walker, but rather a healthy baby boy.
Daryl Dixon's Pregnancy Scene Proves The Spinoff Is Much Darker Than TWD
: The Union of Hope believes that Laurent may be a potential messiah, which presents intriguing possibilities for the future of the show. The spinoff set in France hints at the idea that Laurent could have immunity to the zombie virus, and he could potentially hold the key to finding a cure. However, since Laurent has never encountered a walker bite, it remains to be seen whether his immunity is real or if there are other special qualities related to his birth that the spinoff has yet to delve into.
In terms of darkness, Lily's death surpasses Lori's. Although Lori's death was one of the most devastating moments in the original show, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon takes it a step further. Lily's demise, occurring while giving birth, is inherently tragic, but the nuns' dire act of strapping her reanimated body to the table to extract the baby adds an even bleaker layer - even for this show's standards. Similar to Lori, the only glimpse of hope in this scene lies in the survival of Lily's child, despite the circumstances surrounding his birth.
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon releases new episodes on Sundays on AMC.
