Fenix
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Post by Fenix on Sept 3, 2010 21:18:05 GMT -5
Do you have a zombie contingency plan? Well you should, not matter how unlikely that the undead could begin to take over the world you should always be ready.
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Fenix
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Post by Fenix on Sept 3, 2010 21:51:40 GMT -5
I asked this question on Face book and only got a little bit of feed back from some of the people. Personally I enjoy wasting hours talking about zombies, they are neat.
First thing, is what makes a zombie? I personally believe that are a couple different types and subtypes of zombies with room to expand. You have your viral zombie, undead zombie and office zombie to start.
Here is a brief and simple list of the zombies that I am talking about. I have no problem going into more detail about each version so you have a better idea of how to plan to stay alive. And later I will give my ideal plans, list of equipment, and rules to help you become the best zombie killer you can become.
Undead Zombie: Everyone knows what kind of zombies these guys are. George Romero has defined this type of zombie and created a cult following that has lasted decades.
Slow, rotting flesh, virtually no motor skills, and has a hungry for human flesh. The source of the undead zombie can be cause be a number of things from magic, a virus that reanimates the dead, to lord knows what. The point is these type generally come out of no where and hit us hard.
Only proven method for keeping these guys down is a bullet in the head or some other means of massive trauma to the head and spine. So you will want a decent mid range gun and a melee weapon. while these guys aren't fast or smart, they have numbers on their side.
Viral Zombies[: Or other wise know as the infected (zombie land, 28 days/weeks and Left 4 dead). Yes they are not your traditional slow moving, brain eating, only shots in the head will kill zombie. They are fast, I mean the run at full speed to try and get you.
The origin of the infected/viral zombie can start with something as simple as a regular disease mutating into something that makes the those with the disease attempt to devour other humans. Or like in 28 days later scientist created it for some unexplained reason and then PETA (being the geniuses that they are) released the infection by saving monkey. And since the virus spreads quickly, meaning that you only need a small amount to get past your natural defenses you are gonna have to be on you toes.
The good thing is that these type of zombies are much easier to kill then the undead version. You don't need a head shot to take one down (great for those of you with so-so or worse aim) but you still need to do enough damage to take them out fast before they overwhelm you. So stay agile (they CAN run) stay alert and have a slow friend with you.
Office zombie: Your bottom rug white collar worker, with no where to advance in life they just shamble on their merry way and make life suck for the rest of us. We deal with them all the time and have just become used to ignoring them.
Honestly people go to college to try and improve their lives, and when they join a company and realize that not everyone is a winning they just stop trying. Nothing special about them, a simple slap to the face will make most run away crying from your might.
Now that there is a brief list of zombie types (broken down crudely) I go into detail more as to which one has the highest survival rate, and which one will just kill itself out. But please input what you have to say because there might be things about zombies I don't even know (and I have been researching zombies for over 15 years now ask droz).
So please lets hear your plan, and talk about the coolest type of undead since twilight ruined vampires for everyone.
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Lady Masquerade
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Post by Lady Masquerade on Sept 4, 2010 7:53:51 GMT -5
I think my only "plan" for zombie takeover would be to find you and hope that you'll protect me or at least be merciful and put me out of my misery before I turn. Other than that, I found the "rules" of Zombieland to be rather helpful. Although I'd have to get to work on the Cardio rule now. 1. Cardio - Zombies will eat the fat, slow people first. 2. Beware of Bathrooms - Zombies will find you when you're at your most indisposed. 3. Wear your seatbelt - No use running from zombies if you're going to fly out of your windshield when you crash into something. 4. Doubletap - (this applies to the undead zombies, I believe) Don't be stingy with your ammo. Make sure it's dead. 5. No attachments - This will make it harder when you have to shoot your undead former best friend/spouse/child while they're trying to make lunch out of you. (This is where I would have the most problems, for sure.) 15. Know your way out - Nothing worse than being stuck in the minimart with a horde of zombies because you didn't bother to find an emergency exit before going in the back room. 17. Don't be a hero - Your efforts will probably just get you killed. 18. Limber up - All that emphasis on Cardio will be wasted if you get a cramp half a block down the street. 31. Check the back seat - You never know what might have snuck into your car while you were in the bathroom. 32. Enjoy the little things! - You're in a zombie apocalypse! Let your hair down already, goddamit! Whether your little delights come in the form of twinkies, trashing a cheesy souvenir store, or gloating over your Kill of the Week, remember to enjoy it! (List of above rules from Zombieland with my interpretation put on it. )
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Post by Drozgul on Sept 5, 2010 2:06:46 GMT -5
Just shoot me. You know you're going to have to eventually anyway. Just think of the food you'll save. Do the right thing.
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Fenix
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Post by Fenix on Sept 5, 2010 10:17:48 GMT -5
Just shoot me. You know you're going to have to eventually anyway. Just think of the food you'll save. Do the right thing. And deny your son a white father figure??? Naw, we can put you on a diet and you will do fine, you will surprise yourself of what you can do when you have no other options. Sides you have your wife to protect you. Lady I think you have some of the rules numbered wrong, but they are there none the less, and at least having something to go by will help in the longer term
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Fenix
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Post by Fenix on Sept 5, 2010 10:32:05 GMT -5
One thing to determine if its worth it to try or not is if the zombification spreads to other life forms.
For example, the T virus will spread to everything. So no matter what you do everything will become infected, this includes rats and insects which will just spread the virus to every corner of the earth. Honestly there is no way to survive unless you have a antidote and a way to spread it as fast as the virus infects everything.
Now if the the mutation only spreads to a select few species then you have a much better chance and just need to wait out the effects. (Think I am Legend, the mutation only affected dogs and people/or the 28 days later RAGE virus).
Early on this will be difficult to tell, but by paying attention to what is effected and what is left alone you should be able to determine which kind of zombie out break you are dealing with. The Zombie land zombies was spread originally by a mutated version of mad cows disease, and then spread. The Rage virus from 28 Days later if they bite your or got blood on you, then you would become one of them.
So determining which kind of zombie outbreak you are dealing with will help you decide which course of action you should take to insure you and your family survive the undead/infected.
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Lady Masquerade
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Post by Lady Masquerade on Sept 5, 2010 11:54:58 GMT -5
I numbered the Zombieland rules according to the way they were presented in the movie. They didn't list every single rule in order.
I don't know if I should be flattered that you think I can protect them or if you just overestimate my abilities. Or are you factoring in mom rage/defensive instincts?
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Fenix
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Post by Fenix on Sept 27, 2010 19:04:08 GMT -5
I am wondering what you people think the ideal gun is?
Most people would say that the shotgun is the best Zombie gun out there (I personally would have one for the simple fact that its a good weapon choice for most occasions). And I will limit the amount cause other wise even I would say yes to any gun, period.
I person can feasibly car 2 large rifle sized guns and a few hand guns (along with a fair amount of ammo). So please choose 2 rifle sized weapons ( a melee weapon will take the place one of the rifles if you say choose a bat) and we'll say 1 handgun and a utility item (or 2 handguns) since in this case you don't have a back pack yet.
My choice honestly is a AK-47 set on single fire mode, a fireman's Axe, and colt .45 as my hand gun and and mag-lite as my utility item. I personally feel this weapon set allows for a range of different choices.
Well let's hear your ideas
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Post by xenocide on Sept 27, 2010 22:41:33 GMT -5
well, if i can, id like a hunting rifle (can fire both shells and, from the ones i have shot myself, buckshot) a machete, and a pair of handguns (9mm)
i did not include a flashlight, but there was a company that made a laser sight/flashlight for quite a few weapons, but predominantly handguns. id like both equipped with these, because second weapon>flashlight if i can still have a flashlight.
as for a plan, not right now. too hungry >_<
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Post by labael on Sept 29, 2010 9:40:09 GMT -5
Scoped 30-30 lever action winchester because of familiarity of the weapon, a fireman's axe because of utility, a glock .45 and a decent swiss army multi-tool.
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Fenix
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Post by Fenix on Sept 29, 2010 18:37:01 GMT -5
well, if i can, id like a hunting rifle (can fire both shells and, from the ones i have shot myself, buckshot) a machete, and a pair of handguns (9mm) i did not include a flashlight, but there was a company that made a laser sight/flashlight for quite a few weapons, but predominantly handguns. id like both equipped with these, because second weapon>flashlight if i can still have a flashlight. as for a plan, not right now. too hungry >_< Decent choices, I must say that I agree with the flash light on the guns for obvious reasons, but I did fail to mention something when I posted that question. Think of it as starting gear, stuff you know you can get fairly easily, I mean if you know where to get flashlights for the guns quick by all means have it added in. Its why I choose a AK-47, its simple and takes damage well (also I know where to get them), but I would honestly rather have a G36-C or a M-14 carbon with the night vision scope attached with a silencer and the 3 mag clips. Though I will still hold onto my Colt .45, its a great gun and I've grown up knowing how to work that brand of gun most of my life. I mean seriously there are many guns out there that are useful, and each person will have there own preference. Also there are vests out there that will allow you to carry more stuff so you don't have to just choose one item over another. Like I said think of my question as starting gear, I mean you could start with the best stuff out there cause you know how to get the stuff and who to ask. Sides its not like the Zombies will care what you use, hell as long as it works keep it. I mean in my Zombie plan I believe stupid people should make themselves useful and be my decoys so i can get supplies, lol.
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Post by xenocide on Oct 3, 2010 16:49:38 GMT -5
ah. in that case... gimme a MAGLITE >_< they work for both flashlights and beatin' sticks.
as for a plan, the standard hole myself till the crazys are all dead, scope for food, then deal with whatever else (eradication? evacuation? stuff like that) scenario should work well, assuming we dont have t-virus-esk zombies. if so, imma facepalm and be done with it
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