In the wake of Negan's defeat, Rick puts all his energy in trying to ensure that the dream he shared with the late Carl can be realized, whatever the risks.
The survivor communities unite to repair the bridge that leads to Hilltop, but the effort ends on a tragic note. Various mysterious abductions plague the survivor communities.
Tension rises as the mysterious disappearances and subsequent murders turn the survivor communities against each other. A nefarious plan brews at Oceanside.
Rick tries to curtail Maggie's revenge plans. A confrontation at the work camp leaves everyone in peril, and Rick's attempt to save them leaves him incapacitated.
Rick is believed to be dead in the wake of an explosion. Maggie realizes that revenge will give her no satisfaction.
Despite Judith's advocacy, Michonne is reluctant to allow unknown people in their midst. Rosita and Eugene take notice of some walkers' peculiar behavior.
Michonne encounters some familiar faces. Eugene goes missing. Plans are made to unite Hilltop and Alexandria.
An old enemy makes a daring escape. The search for Eugene leads to a startling discovery about a new potential danger.
With the allegiance of the Whisperers unclear, Michonne and Daryl attempt to gather more information. Negan's escape ends on a surprising note.
As Lydia starts to reveal her past, Daryl comes to a horrifying realization. The Whisperers arrive for a confrontation with the survivors at Hilltop.
With a hostage exchange underway, Daryl resents that he has been forced to give the traumatized Lydia back to her tormentor. Henry embarks on a foolish solo mission.
Michonne tries to broker an alliance to face the new threat. The bond between Henry and Lydia prove strong as she defies her people for him.
A protective Daryl tries to get Lydia and Henry to safety as Alpha starts a manhunt for them. A new survivor group makes an appearance.
The true reason behind Michonne's distrust of strangers is revealed. Judith confronts Michonne about her reluctance to help Daryl and his group.
As the survivor communities come together to broker an alliance, Alpha issues a warning and gruesomely marks the border between territories.
Hit by a blizzard, the survivors are forced to brave the hostile plains of the Whisperers' territory in a desperate attempt to reach the safety of Hilltop and Alexandria.