- Rick and Glenn's guts-smeared walk through Atlanta in Season 1 Episode 2 "Guts"
- Andrea putting down Amy in Season 1 Episode 5 "Wildfire"
- Rick killing Dave and Tony in Season 2 Episode 8 "Nebraska"
- Rick and Shane's brawl in Season 2 Episode 10 "18 Miles Out"
- Michonne vs The Governor in Season 3 Episode 8 "Made To Suffer"
- The Governor attacks the prison in Season 3 Episode 10 "Home"
- The Battle against the Flu in Season 4 Episode 5 "Internment"
- Rick bites out Joe's neck in Season 4 Episode 16 "A"
- Beth's death in Season 5 Episode 8 "Coda"
- Rick and Pete's brawl in Season 5 Episode 15 "Try"
Now for the actual list:
10. The Atlanta Camp Attack (Season 1 Episode 4 "Vatos") - The moment that beat out Rick and Glenn's walk through Atlanta, I chose this one because it showed just how dark The Walking Dead really is. Not only was it unexpected, but it also featured the first major character death in Amy (as shown in the picture.) It was very brutal, depressing, and all around intense, making for a well deserved spot on this list.
9. Merle's Last Stand (Season 3 Episode 15 "This Sorrowful Life") - This was a true character defining moment. Merle was a great character, so it was fitting that he went out in a blaze of glory, and boy did he ever. Not only did he manage to take out at least six or seven of the Governor's men, but he also went toe-to-toe with the Governor as well. While he sadly did not make it out alive, he was still headstrong the entire way, leading to a fitting end to a great character.
8. Rick kills the Bicycle Girl (Season 1 Episode 1 "Days Gone Bye") - This was not only a defining moment for Rick, but for the entire show as well. This was perfectly adapted from the comic book, and Andrew Lincoln's acting during the scene is what really sells it. Bonus points for playing at the same time as the scene where Morgan tries to put down his wife, since they both worked so well together.
7. Rick and co. kill The Hunters (Season 5 Episode 3 "Four Walls and a Roof") - Man, was this scene dark. This moment showed just how much Rick has changed over the course of the series and how far the survivors are willing to go in the name of survival. Plus, I find it rather cool that they actually had Rick keep the promise he made to Gareth, who found that out the hard way.
6. The Barn Massacre (Season 2 Episode 7 "Pretty Much Dead Already") - If you've seen this episode you know this moment. If the Atlanta Camp Attack didn't drive the point home that no one is safe, then this CERTAINLY DID. I could say more, but I think you should just see it for yourself if you have not.
5. Escaping Terminus (Season 5 Episode 1 "No Sanctuary") - Kicking off the Top 5 is a moment that covers nearly an entire episode. I was blown away by when Carol showed just how badass she could be and on the edge of my seat as Rick and the others fought their way out against walkers and Termites. It was intense, action-packed, scary, and all around amazing. There is a reason as to why "No Sanctuary" is considered the best premiere so far.
4. Carol kills Lizzie (Season 4 Episode 14 "The Grove") - Okay, what could I say about this scene that hasn't already been said. It was a character defining moment for Carol and probably the darkest moment in the entire series. Don't believe me, then go watch for yourself.
3. The Death of Shane (Season 2 Episode 12 "Better Angels") - This was an absolutely perfect way to send this character off. Season 2 was basically Shane's season, and his entire arc throughout wraps up in this one moment, where he tries to kill his best friend out of pure rage and jealousy. Rick gains the upper hand, however, and puts him down first. This isn't the end though as Shane comes back as a zombie and is about to attack Rick again before ultimately being put down by one of the people he cared about the most: Carl. This was without a doubt the best moment of Season 2, and would have been higher on the list if not for...
2. Lori's Death (Season 3 Episode 4 "Killer Within") - This was without a doubt the most shocking of all deaths in The Walking Dead. Who could expect the main character's wife being killed off so early like that. It was completely unpredictable and thoroughly heart-breaking. While Lori was not the most well-liked character in the series, she certainly would have had anyone's sympathies here. Then of course there's Rick's breakdown after learning what happened. All in all, this was the saddest moment in the series and deserves to be put here at the number 2 spot.
And now my favorite moment in the entire Walking Dead series is...
1. The Prison War (Season 4 Episode 8 "Too Far Gone") - This is hands down my favorite moment in the series. Everything about it was absolutely amazing. From Hershel's death, to Daryl destroying the tank, to Rick fist-fighting the Governor, everything that built up to this moment was wrapped up in a blaze of glory. While it doesn't have the amount of death that the one in the comics had, what we got was good enough to take the number 1 spot on this list.
Well, that's it for this list, guys. Tune in for more on the way.
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