This Dark Daryl Dixon Theory Makes Fans Hate 1 Controversial Walking Dead Character Even More

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In the latest episode of , the heroes joined forces with the residents of Solaz del Mar to defend their fortified village from a violent attack. While the protagonists ultimately prevailed in this dangerous fight, many mysteries remained unsolved.

In addition to this, a lot of viewers aren’t convinced by the explanations provided, feeling they lack credibility. Following the developments in Episode 4, fans have proposed a compelling theory regarding a specific, debated character, and it seems to gain more traction with each new episode showcasing this enigmatic leader.

Not Much Is Known About Los Primitivos

The enigmatic group called Los Primitivos first appeared in the season’s premiere, when they ambushed Daryl and Carol’s wrecked sailboat. They stole most of the supplies and then destroyed what remained, preventing anyone else from using them. This indicated they weren’t simply opportunistic scavengers, but a dangerous faction of apocalyptic survivors who want to control all the resources and ensure no one else thrives. In the episode, “La Justicia Fronteriza,” this group attacked Solaz del Mar, causing widespread death and destruction and establishing themselves as a significant threat this season.

The Primitivos group moves around the region, taking advantage of the resources available in other settlements. During the attack on Solaz del Mar, they presented a fearsome image: they wore leather and furs, covered their faces with masks, and arrived on horseback carrying torches, appearing as a savage band of warriors. Despite Solaz del Mar being armed with guns and ammunition, the Primitivos bravely charged through the village gates, wielding arrows and knives. They also had a surprising tactic – large catapults used to hurl flaming walkers into the community as a devastating weapon. However, the Primitivos’ efforts weren’t enough to overcome Solaz del Mar’s superior firepower, and they were ultimately defeated.

A single warrior from the Primitivos tribe was captured by Fede, the leader of Solaz del Mar, for interrogation. While he revealed the name of his group’s wandering community, he couldn’t explain why they attacked, only stating their goal was to “burn it all down”-presumably meaning the last vestiges of settled life. Even with the man’s disturbing explanation for the attack on the village, many viewers doubt that Los Primitivos would randomly target a well-defended community just to create chaos. It seems improbable that these people would risk their lives simply to cause harm without any clear motive or personal benefit, particularly given that they were destroying much more than they were looting.

Fans Suspect Fede Knows More Than He’s Saying

The Walking Dead audience reacted positively to recent events, but many are questioning the arrangement and organization of the remaining settlements. It’s difficult for many viewers to accept that Fede’s motivations are purely protective, especially considering his alliance with El Alcazar – a group that routinely forces women from his community into marriage in their city. Given how far Fede is willing to go to keep El Alcazar happy, it’s quite possible he would even endanger and frighten his own people to maintain their loyalty to this powerful organization.

Following the conflict at “La Justicia Fronteriza,” Roberto challenged Fede, arguing that the high number of casualties and recent attacks showed they no longer benefited from El Alcazar’s protection. He felt the alliance wasn’t worth the cost of sacrificing their women for resources. Fede responded that their losses would have been even greater without the weapons provided by El Alcazar, demonstrating the village’s continued need for the alliance to ensure its survival. It was notably convenient that these attacks on Solaz del Mar occurred shortly after villagers started to express doubts and question the value of aligning with the dictatorship.

When Fede doesn’t get much useful information from the captured Primitivos, he refuses to kill the man. Instead, he chains him to walkers – his undead allies – and makes him walk among them to avoid being eaten. Although this seemed like a cruel punishment, it was odd that Fede would allow the man to potentially survive, considering he was responsible for so many deaths in Solaz del Mar. The man’s escape could also be a continuing danger to the community, particularly if he manages to get back in touch with his fellow Primitivos. Because of this decision, viewers are beginning to suspect that Fede has hidden knowledge about Los Primitivos, and that he may have even been involved in the attack on Solaz del Mar – perhaps to keep his people scared and under his control.

El Alcazar Has Already Proven To Be the Biggest Threat

This season is receiving unexpectedly positive reviews from both critics and audiences, largely due to the intriguing and complex conflicts unfolding within Spanish communities. A key factor in this success is the unsettling villainous group known as El Alcazar, who disguise themselves as protectors while actually exploiting local villages to support their own numbers. Given their power in post-apocalyptic Spain, many viewers now believe that El Alcazar played a role in the attack on Solaz del Mar.

In the closing scenes of “La Justicia Fronteriza,” Daryl, Carol, and Antonio discover that Roberto saved Justina from El Alcazar’s group, but soldiers eventually caught them. They kidnapped Justina and severely beat Roberto, probably as a threat to make him abandon the woman he cares for. If it wasn’t obvious before, seeing Roberto in a preview for the next episode – covered in bruises and cuts – makes it clear that El Alcazar isn’t trying to protect the villagers; they’re only exploiting them for their own benefit. Given how readily this militarized group resorts to violence, it’s reasonable to suspect they’re connected to Los Primitivos and use them to control the villages by making them reliant on their protection.

Concerning Solaz del Mar, many viewers believe Fede understands the attackers aren’t simply violent criminals. They think there’s a hidden motive behind the attacks on his community – some kind of benefit the attackers are seeking. This idea is strengthened by Fede’s speech emphasizing their need for El Alcazar, which suggests a link between the attackers, known as Los Primitivos, and the capital city. It’s unclear why Fede would cooperate with a group that uses manipulation and violence to control his people, but some fans think he’s either receiving some kind of advantage from the deal, or he’s afraid of the consequences – for himself and his community – if they disobey or violate the agreement.

Fede Could Have Shocking Consequences for the Plot

Fans are eagerly watching and wondering about the show, particularly how the events of Season 3 will affect the future of Daryl and Carol’s story in Europe. While Daryl has resisted Carol’s strong desire to aid the people of Solaz del Mar, it’s now clear that both characters are deeply involved in the conflict and won’t be able to return home until they’ve assisted their new friends. There’s also a chance that Carol and Daryl will not only help their allies win, but also bring them back home to safety, away from the oppressive organization threatening them.

It would become even more probable if Fede turned out to be a villain, prioritizing the interests of El Alcazar over his own people, and demonstrating that other leaders in Spain are being controlled by this oppressive organization. If these powerful antagonists can’t be fully defeated, characters like Antonio, Roberto, and Justina might be forced to leave their home in search of greater freedom. This idea fuels a common fan theory about Seasons 3 or 4, suggesting that these characters could join Daryl and Carol on a journey back to North America.

A lot of fan theories about The Walking Dead are simply what viewers hope will happen, or their ideas about where the story should go. However, some theories are backed up by clues and details from earlier episodes, making them seem more probable. The idea that Fede is a villain – or at least knows more about Los Primitivos than he’s revealed – is gaining more and more credibility.

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2025-10-03 17:07