Log 2: Types and Rules

Sunday, January 31, 2010

Last week we explained the basic afflictions of the living dead. Though these guidelines are a good place to start, they are lacking. According to Uncyclopedia, there are about 27 types and subtypes of zombies, but all zombies can fit into one of these 4 categories:

  • Slow and Instinctual
These fellas are going to be your typical, old school zombie. Cracked tibia's and missing limbs often hinder movement. They'll resort to eating mannequins and other human like forms because, as most of their body, their brain has turned to simmering mush.(as seen in Night of the Living Dead)
  • Slow and Intelligent
These zombies maybe slow on their feet but are quick thinkers. They can think outside of the box when it comes to catching dinner a.k.a you. Don't underestimate them. (as seen in Dawn of the Dead)
  • Fast and Instinctual
You may want to put your running shoes on for this breed of flesh eaters. They are out for blood and will sprint to get it. Thankfully they aren't too bright so you can be saved by your brain as much as your brawn (as seen in 28 Days Later)
  • Fast and Intelligent
These are your worst nightmare. They are fast and smart, if they were good looking they would be the the ultimate triple threat. In short, you better bring your "A" game if you want to survive a pack of these zombies. (as seen in Resident Evil 4 and 5 on expert)

Three Rules of Thumb
  1. The surest way to kill a zombie is a shot to the head ( burning after is recommended)
  2. If you are bit, you will "turn" eventually
  3. Never allow hysterical people into your group, they'll only get you eaten.


This week's homework: watch Zombieland for further explanation on the rules of zombie survival play Resident Evil 0 to begin sharpening your shooting and reaction skills

Next lesson: Plotting your Survival Plan *as always look to the official guide for the most complete explanation

5 comments:

Rick Blaylock said...

Let's hope that all the zombies are of the slow variety. Those extra few seconds to aim for a clean head shot will be needed. Not to mention that it will be easier to run when the numbers are too great. I highly doubt that we will have unlimited pistol ammo as portrayed in Left 4 Dead.

juniorkickstart said...

my favorite class blog.

bobnugget said...

This is a great blog idea, and I can't wait to see where you go with this over the course of the class! I really liked the zombie picture that you put in your first post, and I'm sad that you didn't have another zombie "example" picture for this week. Your blog's background is great-looking as well. I'd like to find a way to do that to my blog....

Kelsey said...

Hey, I was wondering if you could maybe do a post about zombie combat etiquette. Is it a gentleman's sport like fencing? Are there other ways of killing zombies besides shooting them in the head? I only ask because I don't have a concealed weapons permit. Thanks!

Dan Turchenko said...

No way that zombie combat ettiquette is a 'gentleman's' sport. Zombies have no morals or restraint, and neither should you.

Technically, the only way to kill a zombie is to destroy the brain. Shooting the head is one way to do this, but you can also use blunt objects. But beware; beheading a zombie might seem like a kill, but it's not. The severed head can still bite as long as the brain is intact.