Some reviewers, including those at Forbes , found the episode "uneven," specifically criticizing the Abraham/Sasha/Rosita love triangle as forced or "ham-fisted" compared to the main plot. Key Plot Points Reviewed
Rick’s visceral reaction after killing an assassin—standing covered in blood and simply asking "What?"—was highlighted as a sign of the group's increasingly hardened, "mercenary" nature. [S6E11] Knots Untie
" Knots Untie " (Season 6, Episode 11) is widely regarded by critics as a vital "table-setter" that successfully expands The Walking Dead universe by introducing the and the looming threat of the Saviors . On Rotten Tomatoes , it holds a high 96% rating , with reviewers praising its focus on world-building and diplomacy while noting some uneven pacing in the subplots. Critical Highlights Some reviewers, including those at Forbes , found
Critics from Den of Geek and IGN noted that the episode marks a shift from mere daily survival to complex inter-community politics, with the introduction of multiple survivor enclaves around D.C.. On Rotten Tomatoes , it holds a high