The Walking Dead’s Negan finally earns Whisperer mask in brutal clip of siege on Alexandria and Hilltop

NEGAN’s initiation into The Whisperers sent shock waves through fans during the first half of The Walking Dead season 10.

After breaking out of his cell in Alexandria, Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) went on the run and eventually found himself in the territory of the mask-wearing faction.

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He was initially treated with suspicion, especially by Beta (Ryan Hurst), but after a series of gruelling trials managed to impress Alpha (Samantha Morton).

In the latest look at the upcoming episodes, which are set to hit AMC and FOX later this month, we see Negan’s infiltration reach new heights as he dons his very own skin mask - a sure sign that he has been accepted.

Fans of the Robert Kirkman comics, upon which the series is based, will know this is a significant moment.

In the graphic novels, Negan manages to secure some alone time with Alpha after winning her trust, only to brutally behead her.

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It’s possible that the same plot will unfold on screen, although bosses could mix things up by making Negan’s newfound alliance a legitimate one.

Show boss Angela Kang previously revealed that Negan would shake up the Whisperers – could she be referring to him taking out their leader?

Judith actress Cailey Fleming also hinted that Negan’s new access to the group could pan out well for the allied communities, which seems to suggest he will end up aiding them in the upcoming war.

Elsewhere in the trailer, we see Hilltop and Alexandria under siege from the Whisperers, with the respective groups arming themselves for battle as their fortifications are attacked.

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The clip comes after AMC bosses took to Twitter to answer ten questions from fans about the upcoming series.

They suggested that Michonne's (Danai Gurira's) upcoming exit would leave fans in tears and promised Maggie's (Lauren Cohan) return would be nothing short of epic.

The Walking Dead will air on FOX in the UK on February 24 and be available to stream on NOW TV.