While searching for a missing Alexandrian, Rick and his group encounter a mysterious collective, its inhabitants unlike any they have come across.

The group scavenges for supplies; back in Alexandria, someone must make a morally challenging decision.

The stakes continue to grow higher as paths cross. The group enacts an intricate plan.

With things looking up for Rick and the group, an argument breaks out at the Hilltop; the consequences of the decision are life versus death.

Negan has to enlist the help of his lieutenants in solving a huge issue facing the Sanctuary.

Every story and battle comes crashing together.

Groups unite their forces and converge on the Hilltop; Aaron and Enid search for allies; Simon takes matters into his own hands.