What Michonne Did After Leaving The Walking Dead
Discover the journey of Michonne post her exit from The Walking Dead. Find out where she's been and what she's been up to since leaving the show.
In The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live episode 2, it was revealed that Michonne faced numerous challenges after leaving Alexandria. Despite the fact that Michonne's departure occurred much later than Rick's exit in season 9, it is crucial to understand that both characters had significant gaps in their stories that needed to be addressed. With the passage of time in the final season of The Walking Dead, there was a need to explain why Michonne was absent.
In the series finale of The Walking Dead, a year had passed, yet Michonne and Rick had not returned. It was clear that being separated from her family was not part of Michonne's original plan, indicating that there were specific reasons for her extended absence. The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live episode 2 delved into Michonne's post-season 10 adventures, shedding light on her journey in The Walking Dead timeline.
Michonne Returned The Survivors From Her Final Walking Dead Episode To Their Group
Michonne The Walking Dead season 10 episode 13 - Michonne Returned The Survivors From Her Final Walking Dead Episode To Their Group
Instead of continuing where the series premiere left off with Rick and Michonne meeting, the second episode of The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live took a step back in time to explain how Michonne ended up in her current situation. The episode first tied up a loose end from her departure in season 10. Michonne's final episode as a main character showed her helping two survivors from a large community. The outcome of this encounter was unclear, but The Ones Who Live revealed that she successfully ensured the pair's safety.
In The Walking Dead, the woman informed Michonne that their group would abandon them. The Ones Who Live addressed this, with Michonne disapproving of their actions. Despite her reservations, she escorted them back to their group and declined an invitation to join them on their journey. Instead, Michonne chose to continue traveling north in search of Rick.
Where Michonne's Armor Came From
Michonne (Danai Gurira) with a journal in next to a horse and her katana in The Walking Dead finale. - Where Michonne's Armor Came From
Michonne Made It Through A Massive Wall Of Zombies
As it turns out, meeting those people is what facilitated Michonne's new Walking Dead look. Both the marketing and her cameo in The Walking Dead's ending showed off Michonne in a new set of armor. In The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live episode 2, Michonne was reluctant to remain in the new community's company for long, prompting Nat to invite her to stay for one night. He claimed that if she did, they'd equip her with some new gear. The armor was apparently designed by Nat, who has a talent for "building" things.
Michonne in Walking Dead Ones Who Live - Michonne Made It Through A Massive Wall Of Zombies
In episode 2 of The Ones Who Live, Michonne faced a challenge known as "the migration" by the wagon community. This made the road north seemingly impassable. Despite Nat's explosive weapons not being effective, Michonne managed to create a pathway for herself. She used purple fires on opposite sides of the valley to draw the zombies towards them. This split the zombie wall in two, clearing a path for the survivors. Nat later explained that the fires were made using chemicals.
Michonne Formed A New Walking Dead Group
Nat talking to Michonne by a fire in The Walking Dead The Ones Who Live - Michonne Formed A New Walking Dead Group
Michonne Was Badly Injured By A CRM Gas Attack
Michonne suffered from a severe injury due to a CRM gas attack.
Michonne running from a CRM gas attack in The Walking Dead The Ones Who Live - Michonne Was Badly Injured By A CRM Gas Attack
Michonne and her new friends successfully reached Bridgers Terminal after a challenging journey. Unfortunately, they encountered the CRM and faced a dangerous situation. A CRM helicopter suddenly appeared and released chlorine gas, resulting in the tragic deaths of everyone except Michonne and Nat. Although Michonne survived, the gas caused severe injuries that took months to recover from. Nat explained that the gas had caused lasting damage to their lungs, leaving them with long-term health issues.
Michonne spent a lot of time working out to try to recover faster. She stayed with Nat in a house for a while as they both waited for their injuries to heal. This delay made it difficult for Michonne to search for Rick and also clarified why she didn't go back to Alexandria. The chlorine gas had left her too weak to travel. It took a long time for her to be able to take care of herself on the journey.
Michonne Reunited With Rick Grimes
Andrew Lincoln as Rick Grimes and Danai Gurira as Michonne share a laugh in The Walking Dead - The Ones Who Live - Michonne Reunited With Rick Grimes
Michonne's journey with Nat came to an intense conclusion as they spotted a CRM helicopter on their way back to Alexandria. Nat, determined to seek vengeance for their lost friends, ingeniously brought down the helicopter. After confronting and defeating the survivors, Michonne was shocked to encounter Rick Grimes, now a military leader under Donald Okafor's command years after being taken by the CRM.
Michonne Was Taken In By The CRM
What should have been a joyful moment for Michonne turned tragic when Nat unexpectedly passed away. Following the crash, one of the injured CRM operatives shot him in the back. As a result, Michonne found herself as the only survivor from her group. This heartbreaking loss only fueled her hatred towards the CRM and their beliefs in the world of the Walking Dead.
Craig Tate as Okafor in The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live. - Michonne Was Taken In By The CRM
Michonne and Nat's takedown of the helicopter caught the attention of more CRM troops. Following Rick's guidance, Michonne crafted a fake identity and persona to hide her true self, successfully passing a CRM interview. Now, the CRM has informed her that she can never leave, leaving Michonne trapped within their walls. Unlike Rick, Michonne holds a secret advantage - the CRM is unaware of her true capabilities. If they underestimate her, Michonne might just outsmart them in The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live.
Episode # | Episode Title | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
1 | "Years" | February 25 |
2 | "Gone" | March 3 |
3 | "Bye" | March 10 |
4 | Unknown | March 17 |
5 | Unknown | March 24 |
6 | Unknown | March 31 |
Editor's P/S:
The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live episode 2 provided a much-needed backstory for Michonne's absence from the series finale. It filled in the gaps, explaining her journey after leaving Alexandria and the challenges she faced along the way. Michonne's determination and resilience were evident throughout the episode, as she navigated dangerous situations and formed new alliances. The episode also shed light on the CRM's role in Michonne's story, setting the stage for future confrontations.
Overall, the episode was a satisfying addition to The Walking Dead universe, providing closure for Michonne's character and setting the stage for future developments in the spin-off series. It is a testament to the show's enduring popularity that fans are still eager to learn more about the characters and their journeys in this post-apocalyptic world.
