The Kingdom in “The Walking Dead” ultimately fell due to a combination of factors including attacks by the Whisperers and a deteriorating infrastructure.
In the universe of “The Walking Dead,” The Kingdom was one of the communities that rose after the zombie apocalypse, led by a man named Ezekiel, who styled himself as a king. The Kingdom was known for its more optimistic and structured approach to rebuilding society, with a focus on community and sustainability. It was located in a large school campus that was fortified to keep the walkers out.
As the series progressed, The Kingdom faced numerous challenges. The community was initially introduced in the seventh season of the show and became a key player in the fight against the Saviors, led by the antagonist Negan. After the defeat of the Saviors, The Kingdom continued to thrive for a time, but it wasn’t to last.
The Whisperers, a group of survivors who disguise themselves with walker skin to blend in with the undead, emerged as a new threat. They were led by Alpha, and their tactics were brutal and effective. The Whisperers’ conflict with the communities, including The Kingdom, led to significant losses and heightened tensions.
The final blow to The Kingdom came from within. The infrastructure of the school they occupied began to fail, with buildings becoming unsafe and the community’s boiler breaking down. These issues, compounded by the ongoing threat of the Whisperers, made it impossible for the residents to stay. In the ninth season, it was decided that The Kingdom would be abandoned, and its people would seek refuge at the Hilltop and Alexandria, the other main survivor communities.
The fall of The Kingdom was a significant event in “The Walking Dead,” symbolizing the constant struggle for survival in a world where safety is always provisional and the next threat might be just around the corner. It also marked a shift in the show’s narrative, as the communities had to adapt to the loss of one of their own and the rise of a new, formidable enemy.