Overview

• Scott M. Gimple confirmed the Met attack features a natural bear with injuries from walkers rather than an undead creature
• Lauren Cohan collaborated with actor Alex Kingi wearing extended bear prosthetics alongside two VFX teams to stage the encounter
• The on-set bear was christened ‘Bobbie’ to deepen the cast’s emotional engagement with the creature’s role
• Showrunner commentary notes the attack symbolizes Maggie’s challenge to recognize and respond to Hershel’s emotional needs
• The episode also underscores Negan’s maneuvering for power in Manhattan as Maggie strives to rebuild her relationship with her son