Daryl Dixon Season 3 Episode 4 "La Justicia Fronteriza" Recap - The Primitivos & Solaz Raid

The episode wastes no time reminding us who Daryl is. He’s framed like a classic gunslinger, carrying his rifle and bandolier as if he just stepped out of an Old West showdown. I liked this visual a lot, it felt raw and iconic. But at the same time, his “I’ve loved, I’ve lost, and I don’t want to help anyone” attitude feels pushed too hard. We know Daryl. We’ve seen him act detached before, here, it felt more like the script insisted on it, not the character himself!

Roberto’s Grief Pushes the Story Forward

Roberto’s pain over Justina’s sacrifice becomes the emotional weight of the opening act. He blames Fede for blindly following Guillermo’s leadership. Carol, true to her heart, won’t just let Roberto suffer alone. While Daryl wants to keep moving!

Cooper’s Short but Brutal Story

We meet Cooper, an American who dreams of checking on his mother. Valentina suggests he could join Daryl and Carol, and for a brief moment, he almost fits in. Daryl doesn’t want him at first, but we see the edges of his walls start to crack, just when it feels like Cooper could matter, he’s killed by a single arrow. He reminded me of Julian from episode 1, a character we thought would last but had a short story-life! Cooper's death was sad because it cut off his chance to grow into the group. Watching Daryl put him down after he turned into a walker was grim, even by this show’s standards.

The Primitivos Crash Onto the Scene

That arrow came from The Primitivos, the newest villains. They’re wild, animalistic raiders covered in furs and trophies. Their attack on Daryl and Cooper at the beach was short, chaotic, and left me unsettled. They don’t seem to need reasons to attack, they thrive on raw destruction, they’re feral chaos!

The Raid on Solaz Changes Everything!

Half the episode is consumed by their massive raid on Solaz del Mar. Honestly, this was one of the most intense battle sequences in the spinoff so far. Walkers were set on fire and launched like weapons, Daryl unleashed hell with his rifle, and a Gatling gun turned the fight into a storm of lead. I was glued to the screen. More than just the action, though, it showed what The Primitivos represent: a rejection of the established order. To them, Solaz is just a symbol of oppression tied to El Alcazar. Destruction was their statement!

Roberto Refuses to Wait

In the ashes of the battle, Roberto snaps. He asks why El Alcazar didn’t protect them as promised. Fede insists they survived only because of the weapons provided, but Roberto is done swallowing excuses. His decision to steal a truck and charge off to save Justina himself felt reckless but also honest. In that moment, I respected him more than anyone else in the room!

Sergio’s Shady Actions

As Roberto drives off, Sergio aims his gun. Was he really about to kill him? He later says he only meant to shoot the tires, but I don’t buy it. Daryl’s intervention was quick, and it reminded me that even when he claims he doesn’t want to get involved, his actions always betray him.

Daryl Can’t Walk Away

The final turn seals the episode. Fede insists no one should chase Roberto, but Antonio steps forward to volunteer. Carol refuses to be left behind. And despite every line Daryl has said about leaving Spain, he decides to go too. It’s one of those moments where the character’s choices feel louder than their words. Daryl says he’s done, but when it comes down to it, he’ll never abandon the people who need him.