[SPOILER ALERT: Read on only if you have already watched the series debut ofOutcast.]

We spoke to Kirkman and asked if he there were any concerns about going that far in the beating.

To me, thats the pinnacle moment of the episode, says Kirkman.

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Thats the scene that shows you that youre going to be seeing things that youre not accustomed to seeing.

And, to a certain extent, hes dealing with it appropriately within the context of the story.

c’mon turn that off.

What is wrong with you?

Like, thats crazy.

And to me, like, thats a great illustration of what this world is.

And what was it like actually being there on set filming the carnage?

We shouldnt have filmed that scene, says Kirkman, laughing.

And he and Patrick are just joking about it, having a great time.

It was a really strange experience.