"The Walking Dead" season 7 returns in less than a month and fans are eagerly waiting to find out what will happen in the upcoming episode. Several spoilers suggest that in the second part of season Rick will rediscover himself.

In the mid-season finale, Daryl had managed to escape, and he brought back Rick's gun. There was this epic scene in which he returns the gun to Rick and that was a subtle hint that Rick is back.

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"The Walking Dead" season 7 spoilers suggest that in episode 9, Rick and his group will be at the Hilltop to convince Gregory to join them in the war against Negan. It is unlikely that Gregory will be convinced in rising against Negan. Some earlier spoilers have suggested that Gregory may be the guy who will betray Rick and inform Negan about Rick's plan to attack the saviors, as reported by Insider.

Daryl has seen the inside of saviors and knows that Rick and company will never be able to match the numbers. He suggests that rather than the number the group should focus on the damage that can be created.

According to "The Walking Dead" season 7 spoilers, Jesus will inform Rick about King Ezekiel and people of Kingdom. Rick seems surprised with the name but might agree to meet the King and convince him to join the fight.

The King is someone who believes in avoiding a fight, so it may be interesting to see how Rick will convince him. If the kingdom agrees to fight, Rick and the group will definitely have the numbers, but that might still be not enough to match Negan's strength, as reported by TV Guide.

Some "The Walking Dead" season 7 spoilers suggest that the ocean side group will also join the fight at some point. They have the required firepower to take on Negan, and they are Rick's best chance to get weapons.

"The Walking Dead" season 7 returns to AMC February 12 at 9 p.m. Stay tuned to Mobile&Apps for more updates.