Unveiling Maggie's Fear: The Real Story Behind Her Heights Anxiety in The Walking Dead's Dead City Transformation

In The Walking Dead: Dead City season 1, episode 2, an incident on a New York skyscraper instilled a rare moment of fear in Maggie. Being pursued by zombies within the towering building compelled Negan and Maggie to resort to a zipline as a means of escape. However, the sight of the daunting vertical descent seemed to unsettle Maggie momentarily as it was her turn to utilize the zipline.

Played by Lauren Cohan, Maggie Greene's lack of preparedness for the zombie apocalypse didn't hinder her transformation into one of the franchise's most capable and resilient characters. Over the years, she has proven herself to be a fearless figure, often facing off against hordes of zombies without hesitation. Additionally, Maggie has shown her bravery by standing up against formidable foes like Negan and the Governor. Given these aspects of her character, it was surprising to see her reaction to using a zipline in The Walking Dead: Dead City.

Maggie Wasn't Scared Of Heights In Walking Dead (But Is Now)

What occurred on the zipline clearly demonstrates Maggie's fear of heights. Overwhelmed by the view below, she made a mistake while attempting to jump on the zipline. Due to her lack of momentum, she struggled to reach the other side. In a previous scene, where Maggie was required to climb a tall ladder, her apprehension further hinted at her fear of heights. This adds an intriguing twist to the show, considering that Maggie has never exhibited acrophobia in The Walking Dead.

Why Maggie Has A Fear Of Heights In Dead City

However, it is important to note that Maggie's challenges in Dead City do not necessarily indicate a retcon. Over the past decade, Maggie has faced numerous obstacles, but her recent encounter with Negan in Manhattan introduces a whole new aspect to her character. Throughout her journey, Maggie mostly traversed rural areas, never venturing into a bustling metropolis like Manhattan. Therefore, there was never a need for Maggie to experience the heights or utilize a zipline in The Walking Dead narrative. Given the unfamiliarity of this situation, it is reasonable to understand why this aspect of Maggie's personality remained concealed for so long.

There could be several reasons for Maggie's apparent fear of heights. It could be a natural fear that doesn't require any special explanation, particularly because she rarely finds herself in such precarious situations. Alternatively, her fear may be directly linked to the time jump in the premiere of The Walking Dead: Dead City series. Given that several years have passed since the original show ended, it's possible that Maggie went through unexplored hardships during that time. It's plausible that she had a near-death experience involving a significant height. If this is the case, it's likely that future episodes will delve into these flashbacks and provide more insight.