The Walking Dead "Alone" Analysis and 3 Sneak Peeks of "The Grove"

Seeing Bob’s existence before he joined Rick’s group was a somber reminder of how being “Alone” can break your spirit. Bob’s solitude is a state of being that he never wants to experience again. When Daryl asked "Do you want to come with us?" He didn’t hesitate to answer "yes" nor did he need to ask any questions. The bottom line… he no longer would be "alone". 

Bob’s driving need to be a part of a Rick’s group keeps him with a hopeful heart to reconnect with the others in “Terminus”. But Sasha is not as trusting of the unknown as Bob, memories of “Woodbury” dance in the back of her head. Her tough exterior is a ploy to mask her fears. 

Despite that Tyreese is missing, Sasha’s desire to survive leaves her with the instinct to find shelter and safety. She realizes that she doesn’t want to be “alone” when Bob leaves her to find Maggie. Sasha and Maggie are very much alike. They are both strong fearless warriors who are sensitive to family. Hershel instilled a hopeful and positive mindset into both his girls. Because of that hope, Maggie is able to convince Sasha to stay optimistic in finding Tyreese while she maintains focus on finding Glen. Her one singular thought gives her an unwavering drive to walk through hell in order to reunite with him. Based on the last scene, she will meet Glen in “Terminus”... if they both make it.

The episode also showed us the development of the friendship between Beth and Daryl. Watching Daryl come back to life with Beth was comforting, but witnessing his feelings of defeat again was heart wrenching.

As Daryl sits "alone" at his lowest point, he is approached by a group of men lead by a man named Joe (same gang Rick hid from in the house until he could flee). Their initial inclination it to attack him but instead, Joe invites Daryl to join the gang.

 

I think it’s safe to say, Daryl's well-being with these men is questionable. When a man laughs after being hit in the face, he definitely has a screw loose. Beth's kidnapping was very shocking and creepy. Could the same gang be responsible for taking her? Did Daryl accept the invite because he feels that he doesn’t deserve to be around good people? Or do you think he really didn’t have a choice?