'The Walking Dead' returns: A who's who of who's left to fight the zombies (and each other)

Daryl Dixon (Norman Reedus)

Poor Daryl -- he's finally reunited with his big brother, Merle, only to be immediately pitted against him (and some leashed zombies) in a fight to the death. In addition to being a fan favorite, Daryl has become one of the most beloved, trusted, and relied-upon members of Rick's group, meaning that his absence would be a huge loss for the prison dwellers, so … we're just saying it's important that Daryl makes it out ... more 

Daryl Dixon (Norman Reedus)

Poor Daryl -- he's finally reunited with his big brother, Merle, only to be immediately pitted against him (and some leashed zombies) in a fight to the death. In addition to being a fan favorite, Daryl has become one of the most beloved, trusted, and relied-upon members of Rick's group, meaning that his absence would be a huge loss for the prison dwellers, so … we're just saying it's important that Daryl makes it out of that brawl with Merle.

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