While Fear the Walking Dead presents Madison Clark as a morally upstanding hero, the recent episode in season 8 reveals her true nature. Madison, who served as the protagonist in seasons 1-4 and was presumed dead, returned in season 8. The return of Troy, a previous antagonist, exposes Madison's darker side. Despite Troy's change, Madison brutally kills him, proving she is not the heroic leader the show portrays her to be. Madison's legacy differs greatly from The Walking Dead's Rick Grimes, highlighting her flawed character.