– The trailer for “The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live” reveals the meaning behind a message on Rick’s phone.
– The message, written in Japanese, translates to “Believe a little longer,” symbolizing Rick’s hope for reuniting with his family.
– This revelation ties back to the show’s overarching narrative and sets the tone for the spinoff, focusing on Rick and Michonne’s journey.

The full trailer for “The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live” has finally provided answers to a lingering question from the series, dating back four years. The trailer reveals the meaning behind a cryptic message on Rick’s phone, which has puzzled fans since its first appearance.

In the universe of “The Walking Dead,” the clue that led Michonne to believe Rick was still alive was a phone with Japanese characters, translating to “Believe a little longer.” This message, while previously confirmed by showrunner Angela Kang, lacked an in-universe explanation until now. The new trailer for “The Ones Who Live” confirms the translation and exposes its true meaning related to Rick’s hope of reuniting with his family.

The trailer’s inclusion of Rick’s phone underscores the theme of the upcoming spinoff, emphasizing Rick and Michonne’s determination to find each other. The Japanese message, a reminder for Rick to maintain his belief in reuniting with his family, resonates with the trailer’s tone. Rick’s lines in the trailer, expressing his unwavering choice to be with his wife and daughter, highlight his primary goal of returning to his family.

This revelation about Rick’s phone message adds a new layer to the story and symbolizes the overarching theme of “The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live.” The spinoff, set to release on February 25, 2024, is hopeful, focusing on the faith and perseverance driving Rick and Michonne in their quest for a reunion.

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