Someone said they won't watch FTWD because Strand is gay so they'll watch GOT instead. The same GOT that has gay soft porn sex scenes every three episodes
. At least FTWD won't have that.
I don't care about Strand being gay. You already know how TWD does the black male characters. He's still the alpha dog, the most intelligent, strategic, and has the most resources. Where would the cast be without him?
As for him being a criminal you should realize that it's an asset in that setting. Look at how he used that to hustle the guard and escape the military camp. He immediately noticed how Junkie Depp could be utilized. The world has collapsed and a ruthless, cunning, smooth talker is most likely to survive. Compare and contrast him to everyone on the ship. See how they let those people on board only to get held hostage? Strand being a criminal himself makes it easier to recognize others who are. He's less trusting and emotional. Look at TWD and how the Alexandria boy/girl scouts are nothing but future victims. How many L's did Rick take before going savage? Strand is way ahead of the curve.
He's still the most complex/interesting character we've seen in that universe
Episode was very good.
-Chris is becoming a beast. Next time he'll shoot
-Junkie Depp is holding Strand down and bringing some fukkery. He's zombie cloaked dribbling a ball down the street
-The Mexican hitter quick scope game is serious. Son took the rifle right from the bag and landed two head shots
-He wanted the whip clean, no walker blood