Episode 16: ...: I Lose Myself

It was the first season finale of the series that did not feature original lead characters Madison, Travis, or Nick Clark.

In this episode, the series protagonist struggles with his personal philosophy of pacifism versus the necessity of violence to protect his friends. The title itself is a direct quote from Morgan, explaining his history of mental instability: "I lose people, and then I lose myself" . Key Plot Features Episode 16: ... I Lose Myself

Morgan finds Martha, who has been bitten by a walker. She attempts to force him to kill her to prove that he is "weak," but he eventually kills her reanimated self after she dies from infection. It was the first season finale of the

For a deeper look into the events and character arcs of this season finale, you can watch this review: Key Plot Features Morgan finds Martha, who has

Morgan discovers that ethanol is the antidote to antifreeze poisoning. He saves the group by bringing them a truckload of "Augie’s Ale".

The primary antagonist, Martha (also known as the "Filthy Woman"), poisons the group's water supply with antifreeze.

The episode ends with the group deciding to stay in Texas and use a denim factory as a base to help other survivors, rather than traveling to Alexandria. Production Details Director: Michael E. Satrazemis. Writers: Andrew Chambliss and Ian Goldberg.