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The Walking Dead#4
Cover: Tony Moore

The Walking Dead #4

Jan 2005 · Image · 12.99 USD
“The Heart's Desire”

In "The Heart's Desire," the fragile peace of the prison sanctuary shatters when Rick takes a brutal stand against Dexter, leading to a pivotal moment that fractures the group’s unity. The arrival of the enigmatic Michonne introduces new tensions, especially when her connection with Tyreese sparks a crisis that forces the survivors to reevaluate their leadership. Written by Robert Kirkman and illustrated by Charlie Adlard, with colors by Cliff Rathburn and letters by Rus Wooton, this issue’s cover by Tony Moore captures the growing unease.

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writer Robert Kirkman · artist, inker Charlie Adlard · colorist Cliff Rathburn · letterer Rus Wooton · cover Tony Moore

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artist, inker Charlie Adlard
letterer Rus Wooton
cover pencils, inks Tony Moore

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Rick stops Dexter from kicking them out of the prison sanctuary by killing him. A mysterious woman, Michonne, arrives and is added to the group. Michonne seduces Tyreese, causing Donna to leave Tyreese and try to kill herself. Rick and Tyreese have a fight which results in Rick being removed as leader and a committee of four elected to lead the survivors.

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