The Walking Dead's third season just wrapped up on television, and McFarlane Toys just announced the latest series of figures based on the show, including a number of characters from Season 3.

This year we've already had a few updates on new figures in The Walking Dead universe, but McFarlane Toys just isn't slowing down. Series Four is already on its way! The lineup includes some major characters, and each new figure looks to be rendered in the more-articulated style of Series 3 (which are hitting stores now) as opposed to the more pre-posed looks of the first two waves.

You can read the full details on Series Four straight from McFarlane Toys or in full right here. I also managed to secure some early mockups of the figures, which are included below.

SERIES FOUR OF AMC’S ‘THE WALKING DEAD’ TV ACTION FIGURES ANNOUNCED Let The Battle Between The Prison & Woodbury Begin! Season 3 of AMC’s The Walking Dead© television series again shatter records and claimed the title of most watched drama in basic cable history. McFarlane Toys is ready to bring fans even more of their favorite characters, living or otherwise, with the official announcement of the fourth series of action figures based on hit show! This next series includes a sharpshooter from the original group of Atlanta survivors, the baddest man around (so far), the most grown up kid we know, and a couple zombies that are even more difficult to kill. As a special addition, and just like in the show, Daryl and Merle are finally being reunited in the highly requested Dixon brother 2-pack. As always, each highly articulated human figure features the exact likeness of the actor by using a 3D scanning process and come with multiple accessories. And just like with the first three series of figures, each zombie included features an amazing attention to detail and unique play-action for maximum fun! Now let’s take a quick look at the new figures ready to join your Walking Dead collection! ANDREA

Strong-willed and capable of dispatching Walkers with an almost chilling ease, Andrea is an original member of the group of survivors led by Rick. Separated from her friends during the chaos at Hershel's farm, Andrea has fought hard to make it through a number of dark days--first with the aid of Michonne, and later against the sadistic will of her one-time lover, The Governor. This action-figure comes with 22 points of articulation, pistol with leg holster, sniper rifle, and pitchfork from Hershel's farm for fending off the undead. THE GOVERNOR

The charismatic leader of the seemingly utopian town of Woodbury, The Governor plays the role of stern, but just, leader--a hero and source of confidence and hope to the people he protects. But, the role he plays and the man he truly is are too very different things. Beneath his well-meaning facade is man capable of acts of violence and dread that could make even a Walker's skin crawl. This action-figure includes 22 points of articulation, an alternate head without eyepatch, pistol with hip holster, hunting knife with sheath, and large knife. CARL GRIMES

The son of Rick and Lori Grimes, Carl has gone from being a reserved, fearful child to becoming a true battle-hardened Walker dispatcher. As the youngest original Atlanta survivor, Carl has been forced to grow up brutally fast with little to no room for childhood amenities. Accessories for this figure includes 22 points of articulation, a hunting knife with sheath, prison medical bag, prison keys, and a removable sheriff’s hat given to him by his father, Rick. RIOT GEAR ZOMBIE & RIOT GEAR GAS MASK ZOMBIE

All Walkers are dangerous, but some pose a greater threat than others. Covered from head to toe in body armor, the riot gear zombies prove to be difficult to exterminate. In order to secure the prison, Rick and the group must come up with inventive ways to dispose of these Walkers. The Riot Gear Zombie includes a flip-action helmet and Maggie's knife for head-stabbing action, while the Gas Mask Zombie features removable gas mask to expose skull. Pairing these two armored walkers together forms a threat like none the survivors have ever known! (each sold separately) THE DIXON BROTHER 2-PACK

Two badass, backwoods, rebel yelling redneck brothers thrust against an unyielding onslaught of ravenous undead. Both original Atlanta survivors, Daryl and Merle Dixon have proven time and again, blood is thicker than brain matter! Family reunions can be a bitter sweet pill to swallow, especially in a world inhabited by The Walking Dead! Both of these highly detailed figures for this much anticipated 2-pack are in full-color and feature the exact likeness of the characters from the show, using a 3D scan of actors themselves. The Daryl Dixon figure comes 20 points of articulation, crossbow, hunting knife, fire axe, pick axe, and prison keys. The Merle Dixon figure is re-armed and ready for action with 20 points of articulation, prosthetic arm with bayonet, assault rifle, pistol, and knife. If you can’t wait until this new line hits this fall, you can still pick up the awesomely gruesome walkers and badass slayers in The Walking Dead TV Series 3 available at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, CLARKtoys.com, FYE, GameStop, Hastings Entertainment, Toys 'R' Us, Toys 'R' Us Canada, and comic book stores

nationwide!

There are a few interesting things of note in the above announcement. First and foremost is the return of Daryl Dixon in the new Dixon Brother two-pack. The original Daryl figure has been incredibly hard to find due to the character's popularity, and draws prices of more than $200 in aftermarket sales. That's a lot for a figure that's not very good. Based on the image above, it seems this new release won't feature any revisions to the figure, which is a disappointment. He'll still be awkwardly pre-posed and won't match the style of his repainted brother Merle.

The addition of Carl, Andrea, and The Governor are also huge! They drive much of the plot in the TV show's third season, and many collectors will be relieved to finally have them in hand. The Governor is missing a prominent facial feature in the image above, but thankfully it's promised on an alternate head. The two riot gear zombies aren't anything special, and will probably just reuse the bodies of the riot gear Glenn figure from the upcoming comic series newest wave. But it will include Maggie's knife, allowing you to recreate a great moment from the show, and that's pretty cool.

These figures are promised for the Fall, but I hope they arrive even sooner. I love the turn this line is taking, and I'm a huge fan of the show, making it a perfect combination for me and many other collectors.