October is the start of "All Out War" in the world of The Walking Dead and Robert Kirkman promises some big changes for the comic book series. Rick's group and the nearby communities are going to war, and we're expecting significant casualties on both sides. If you'd like to know where the story is headed, we have an early look at the cover art for The Walking Dead #118, which is due out in December.

“All Out War breaks out on October 9, 2013 with the release of THE WALKING DEAD #115, part of the celebration of 10 years of Robert Kirkman and Charlie Adlard’s epic comic book series… THE WALKING DEAD #115 is the first issue of the monster event ALL OUT WAR, which will pit Rick Grimes and his group of Survivors in a fight for their lives against the other factions in THE WALKING DEAD universe: The Saviors, The Hilltop, and The Kingdom… THE WALKING DEAD #115 is available for pre-order now, in advance of its release on October 9th, 2013, and features 10 individual connecting covers.”

The massive 12-part “All Out War” story arc starts next month and you can learn more by checking out our coverage highlights:

THE WALKING DEAD #118

  • story ROBERT KIRKMAN
  • art CHARLIE ADLARD, STEFANO GAUDIANO & CLIFF RATHBURN
  • cover CHARLIE ADLARD & DAVE STEWART
  • DECEMBER 11
  • 32 PAGES / BW / M
  • $2.99

ALL OUT WAR CONTINUES! Maggie takes a stand as Rick’s new plan comes together.

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