Who On The Walking Dead Had A Boat?

In the post-apocalyptic world of The Walking Dead, boats are a precious commodity. In the TV series, Rick Grimes escapes from the Civic Republic of Philadelphia using Boat 672, which later washes up on Bloodsworth Island, where it is found by Virgil. In the video game, Vernon, the leader of a cancer survivor group, steals the main group's boat in Episode 5, and in Season 7, Leslie Starton owns a houseboat stocked with supplies, which is raided by Rick and Aaron.

Vernon stole the boat in The Walking Dead game

Vernon is a doctor and cancer survivor in Telltale Games' *The Walking Dead: Season One*. He is introduced in the fourth episode, "Around Every Corner", where he helps Lee's group. However, in the final episode, "No Time Left", Vernon steals their boat offscreen, becoming the secondary antagonist of the episode.

Vernon first meets Lee when he escapes the sewers in Episode 4. Lee, upon learning that Vernon is a doctor, asks him to help Omid. Vernon then joins Lee, Brie, and the rest of Lee's group (including an optional Clementine) in infiltrating Crawford mid-way through Episode 4 to get the necessary supplies to get the boat up and running.

At the beginning of Episode 5, Vernon and the other cancer survivors steal the boat that Lee and his group were planning to use to escape. They lock Lee's group in the garage (or leave a note if everyone came to get Clementine) while Lee is looking for Clementine.

Vernon's fate after Episode 5 is unknown. However, it is mentioned that he died sometime after stealing the boat. There are several theories about how he died, including one that suggests he was killed by walkers while hauling the boat down to the harbour as a massive horde of walkers invaded the city.

Vernon's true colours are revealed when he steals the boat. Christa, another member of the cancer survivor group, attempts to justify his actions, saying that he was doing it for the good of his group. However, in "400 Days", it is revealed that Vernon's motivations may have been rooted in selfishness. Boyd, another member of the group, states that "Vernon was out for the boat the whole time," implying that taking the boat was Vernon's plan all along. Boyd also says that Vernon's actions caused their group to fall apart.

Boat 672 is seen in season 10 and 11

The boat later washed up on Bloodsworth Island during a storm. It was found by Virgil, who recovered some of the property on board, including Rick's boots. Virgil then took Michonne to the boat, where she discovered an iPhone with an engraving of her and Judith, as well as Rick's name and a message in Japanese characters. Overwhelmed with emotion, Michonne cried tears of joy, realizing that Rick had survived the explosion.

Michonne frantically searched through the journals on the boat and found the location of Bridgers Terminal, New Jersey, in the boat's logbook. Hoping to find Rick there, Michonne and Nat set out for Bridgers Terminal. However, they only found the shipyard destroyed and all the survivors living there dead. It was later confirmed that this was the last place known to have been visited by Boat 672.

Boat 672 also appears in flashbacks in season 1 of The Ones Who Live, a spin-off of The Walking Dead. The boat is shown in flashbacks to Rick's capture on Rat Island and Michonne's discovery of Rick's iPhone and his potential whereabouts.

Leslie owned a houseboat

It is not known who owned the houseboat before the apocalypse, but Leslie Starton may have owned it. At some point, Leslie managed to get to the houseboat and stocked it with a huge stash of supplies. Knowing that he would be a target for other survivors, he set up a sign warning others not to mess with him. Unfortunately, a survivor or group of survivors found the houseboat and shot at Leslie. Although they managed to kill him, they were never able to reach the boat and take his supplies.

Vernon's motivations were rooted in selfishness

Vernon's true character is revealed through his interactions with Lee's group, particularly his criticism of their plan to escape on the boat. Vernon's hypocrisy is evident, as he later steals the boat for himself and his group. This act of betrayal not only left Lee's group without a means of escape but also contributed to the eventual downfall of Vernon's own group.

Vernon's selfishness is further emphasized by his lack of remorse following the boat theft. Depending on how he was treated by Lee, Vernon either shows no remorse or a mere apology for abandoning Clementine. Vernon's actions caused a rift within his own group, with Boyd stating that Vernon's dishonesty and selfishness led to their group's demise.

Vernon's motivations were driven by his desire to ensure his own survival and the survival of his group, regardless of the consequences for others. His actions demonstrate a lack of empathy and a willingness to manipulate and deceive to achieve his goals. Vernon's selfishness ultimately led to his downfall, as he prioritized his own interests over the well-being and safety of those around him.

Vernon's fate is unknown

Vernon is a character in Telltale's The Walking Dead. He is the leader of a cancer survivor group and a doctor. Vernon initially comes across as sensible, caring, and stern. However, his true colours are revealed when he steals the main team's boat in the final episode, "No Time Left".

Vernon's fate after stealing the boat is unknown. It is speculated that he died while trying to get the boat to the water, as the cancer survivor group mentions that their group fell apart after obtaining the boat. One member of the cancer survivor group, Boyd, claims that Vernon had always intended to steal the boat and that his dishonesty caused their group to disband. It is also theorised that Vernon was killed by walkers while hauling the boat to the harbour, as a massive horde of walkers invaded the city at the same time.

While Vernon's ultimate fate is unconfirmed, his actions and their impact on the group are significant, leaving a lasting impression on the story and its characters.

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