After 16 years, The Walking Dead is ending with issue #193. 1 / 8
Rick Grimes' death in the last issue shocked the fans who didn't see it coming. 2 / 8
Even so, many readers expected the series to reach issue #200. 3 / 8
The series didn't overstay its welcome, though, ending at the perfect time. 4 / 8
Most fans lost interest in the TV show seasons ago, as ratings plummeted. 5 / 8
But the comic series always maintained the same high quality. 6 / 8
It's a remarkable feat, considering the decade-and-a-half run. 7 / 8
Ending it now, Robert Kirkman ensured the series' legacy will remain intact. 8 / 8