The Lucky Ones (The Walking Dead)

The Lucky Ones is a colloquial term used within the fictional universe of ''The Walking Dead'' to refer to survivors of the zombie apocalypse who have managed to avoid death or serious injury for an extended period. It doesn't denote any specific group or faction, but rather a shared experience of exceptional resilience and, perhaps, a degree of luck. The phrase often carries a bittersweet undertone, acknowledging the significant loss and hardship endured while simultaneously highlighting the improbable survival of those who remain. Many characters throughout the series, both major and minor, could be considered "lucky ones," although their luck is often tenuous and subject to change at any moment given the perilous circumstances of their existence. The term reflects the brutal randomness and high stakes of survival in the post-apocalyptic world depicted. The phrase highlights the thin line between life and death, emphasizing the element of chance that often dictates who lives and who dies.