The Walking Dead creator, Robert Kirkman, has made his stance on Negan crystal clear with an Nsfw note directed at fans—and one Twd cast member—who despise the brutally sadistic antagonist. While the passion in his statement is undeniable, it also provides a glimpse into Kirkman’s creative process, something most writers can likely relate to or, at the very least, yearn for.

...Kirkman acknowledges that not all fans share his affection for Negan...

Robert Kirkman, Charlie Adlard, Dave McCaig, and Rus Wooton's The Walking Dead Deluxe #103 is a particularly special issue as it marks Negan’s complete takeover with him forcing Rick Grimes out of his leadership role and triggering extraordinary changes in the group’s dynamics.

Beyond this pivotal moment in the series, the deluxe edition also includes words from Robert Kirkman, where he answers fans’ pressing questions about Walking Dead lore and shares his own insights and opinions.