The Walking Dead panel discussion: The Obliged

We Need To Talk About The Saviors

Is Carol right that The Saviors need to figure out how to survive on their own?

Sonya says:

"Absolutely. They have wasted too many resources on The Sanctuary as it is. They spent years plundering all the surrounding communities so they should have plenty to get themselves up and running. If they want to come to the table as part of the alliance and trade for what they need that should be allowed but they should be responsible for their own leadership and survival. I could see the other groups helping them for a few months but it’s almost two years. They need to step up and be responsible for themselves."

Sara says:

"Carol is absolutely right. The Saviors are in no position to be falling in line under a new leader after being through the Negan regime. They need to be on their own away from everyone else to figure out who they want to be moving forward. Only then could things possibly get better between the Saviors and the other communities."

Jeffrey says:

"I definitely agree with Carol to some extent. I think they need to figure things out for themselves and work on becoming more self-sufficient. However, I don’t see any problem in providing them with some supplies until they can get on their feet. What they really need is a leader of their own choosing to rise up and run things."

Sarabeth says:

"Carol is right about it, but there should be some guidance. They were living under Negan’s rule with the understanding that they would receive food an supplies in return for their work and loyalty. Cutting the strings prematurely, without helping them to create bartering systems with the other communities, could push them into desperation."