Here’s what you better know from the comics about Michael James Shaw’s character.
His presence makes sense, considering the Commonwealth’s inclusion, but it’s an exciting development nonetheless.
(Slips into Stefon voice.)
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People are designated jobs based on what they did prior to the outbreak.
Mercer will presumably be hard to miss when he finally makes his arrival.
Not only is he the chief officer of the Commonwealth soldiers, he dresses in red armor.
It’s a rank he received due to his military background in the United States Marine Corps.
In the comics, he’s also the personal bodyguard of Pamela and her son.
CoughPamelaCough.
But, another thing to note is Mercer’s relationship with Juanita Sanchez, a.k.a.
Princess, who’s played by Paola Lazaro.
Cue to the Lucille Bluth GIF, “Good for her!”
In any case, AMC announced the final season will premiere sometime later this summer.
So, there’s not too much long of a wait.
