The Planning for Abnormal Necrotic Incidents Committee (PANIC) presents
ZONEWIDE METHOD FOR
BATTLING INFECTED
ENTITIES (Z O M B I E)
Dr. Egley, Ph.D. Zombiology
Dr. Dodson, Ph.D. Zombiology
Zombie Defense and Accreditation Society
Purpose of this document
 The purpose of this text is to enable the
general populace to survive the outbreak of a
rampant, intellect reducing infection
 To re-establish control of a zone in the event
of an Infected Entity outbreak
 To survive any outbreaks in order to re-
establish a zone of control
 To prevent the extinction of the human race
Definitions
 ZOMBIE – refers to the planning within this
document
 INFECTED ENTITY (IE) – the creature to be
evaded/destroyed/contained
 PATHOGEN – What is causing the infection and
creation of entities
 BASE – Rally point and center of operations
 CBRM – the four main factors for creation of
IE’s: Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and
Magical.
IE Typology
Listed in order
of theoretical
possibility:
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Biological: Pathogen is caused by a
virus/bacteria/gene therapy. (Example:
Vozrozhdeniya Island efforts by
Biopreparat).
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Chemical: A derivative substance causes
the state. (Example: MKULTRA program
by the US Government)
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Radiological: an effect caused by
exposure to varying levels of ionizing
or non-ionizing radiation.
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Magical: Unknown forces produce the
effect on living creatures to make the
mindless/semi-mindless state. This is a
catch-all and does not necessarily mean
the occult or traditional definitions of
magic. It’s meant simply for any
explanation that does not fit the
above.(Example: Voodoo lore)
Biological
Chemical
Radiological
“Magical”
Uses the
moniker:
CBRM
Vozrozhdeniya
Island
Recognizing IEs
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It is important to understand
that an IE will not necessarily
be in a stage of decomposition
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The 5-point identification
method means you have a probable
IE classification if 5 of the
following factors are all
identified (with the exception
of cannibalization)
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Be on the lookout for:
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Vacant look in the eyes
Shuffling, unsteady gait
Failure to respond to verbal
stimuli/warnings
Open wounds untended
Ignores pain or violence
Loud, abstract vocalizations
Vocabulary limited and distorted if
present
Large amounts of bodily fluids such as
blood
Movement through non-traditional
pathways (roads, sidewalks, doors) such
as smashing windows, crawling over
fences, or gnawing through walls
Cannibalization of other types of the
same species (3 points on the scale)
Assumption on methods of spreading the
Pathogen
 In general, most will
 Radiologic has the
require physical
contact either through
skin contact or bodily
fluids.
 In some biologic
cases, it is possible
that close airborne
contact is sufficient.
 Chemical cases are
non-propagating, in
that they require
external addition of
the pathogen to
spread.
potential to spread
through proximity
based on the type of
radiation causing the
effect and the
emission type and
value of an IE.
 The catch-all magic
category is an unknown
and must be subject to
any testing.
5 Stages of Pathogen Infection
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Stage 1: Unconscious concealment of the infection site. This is
caused by the Pathogen in an effort to allow infection to
spread/attack by surprise.
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Stage 2: Incubation, with no outward signs usually. Mild excess
sweating or temperature may be present in Chembio pathogens.
Adrenalin, Testosterone, and White cell counts all reach unusually
high levels. (Usually .25-24 hours)
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Stage 3: High fever, dizziness, visibly pale as cardiopulmonary
system begins to fail and pathogen begins to take over brain
pathways.
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Stage 4: Increasing loss of higher brain functions as pathogen
destroys neuronal connections and takes over gross control. At this
point infection can be spread via the subject. This is the final
point at which treatment is possible if it has been discovered.
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Stage 5: Pathogen has taken complete control and subject is lost.
Pathogen has established new brain pathways to facilitate infection
of other subjects. Subject is no longer considered a person, and
immediate termination is recommended.
Levels of Infection
5 total Levels:
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• Tightly
isolated
• Localized
region
• City/Town
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• Nationwide
Infection
• Rampant
nationwide
infection
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Tightly Isolated: IE’s are highly
visible, but well under control
Localized region: Local security
forces cannot contain the IE’s – seek
defensive shelter immediately
City/Town: IE units have
unrestricted access to a town or city
unit – Flee area if possible.
Nationwide infection: Local
sterilization no longer possible.
Government may be on the verge of
collapse. Do not expect any
organized assistance. May spread to
neighboring countries.
Rampant nationwide infection:
government collapse, IE units have
complete access to any part of the
country.
Infection Prevention
Defensive
Offensive
 Maintaining a safe
 Curtailing the
distance from an IE
 Evading and eluding
Ies
 Denying a secure
area to IE clusters
 Prevention of the
spread of the
pathogen in the
event of IE-person
interaction
number of IEs
 Reducing the zone
of control of IEs
 Reclaiming
resources for
survival
 Rescuing other
uninfected
survivors
Defensive Measures
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Body armor, preferably biologically-sealed (If not
available, heavy clothing can help)
Water is the best insulation for almost all
radiological-based contaminants, but the best rule
is to maintain distance in ALL cases
Sealed fortifications can prevent IEs from entering
a stronghold
Secured Doors and entryways can prove an effective
deterrent
Areas that require climbing may deter the general
IE
Avoid contact with bodily fluid from disabled IEs
of any type – Hazard suits are great to stock up on
Hermetic isolation can help immensely for airborne
based pathogens
In general, seek to avoid any contact with IE units
Offensive Measures
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When in doubt, aim for the head – destroying the brain
and brain stem will almost always incapacitate the IE –
but still keep a distance!
Remember to conserve your ammunition – with IEs it is
about quality of the shot, not the amount of rounds
placed into them
Incendiary devices are usually less effective unless they
completely destroy all connective tissue
IEs tend to cluster, explosives can be very effective,
especially low detonating ones that remove mobility
Use melee fighting as a last resort, and then only enough
to incapacitate the IE and move from the area
Vehicles can be very effective at taking out clusters of
IEs and moving through occupied zones
Choosing your bastion
• Make sure the
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Banks, National Guard Armories, Police
Stations, Fire Stations, Hotels are all
prime locations
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Hospitals are a possibility, but the
possibility of large amounts of IEs
present could be problematic – consider
controlling the top 1-2 floors
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If IE’s prove to have some level of
intelligence or adaptability to climb,
rooftop access may be a liability
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A helicopter pad is a fantastic find,
which are why federal buildings are
useful
location has multiple
floors
• Accessible rooftop
• Rooftop water
storage a plus
• No more than two
entry points
• Each one should
have multiple access
points
• Large furniture
present a plus –
barricade material
• If lower floor
windows cannot be
sealed, ensure upper
levels can be sealed
off
• Look for a closable
garage to store
vehicles
Location, selection, and retention of
allies
Location
Selection
Retention
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Look for support types
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first: Doctors,
Engineers, Maintenance
Make sure everyone has a
job, no matter how small
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Give everyone a say in
what is going on – you
just don’t need to act on
their suggestions
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If you are not the leader,
make sure you back them
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This is survival, and not
a time to try and profit,
as this will get you
killed and your brains
eaten.
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Hesitation to cull the
horde should be addressed
immediately. Make no
mistake, this is a war for
your survival. Note:
culling will come after
research timeframe to
understand the pathogen.
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Look for
concentrations of IEs
around a building or
object
Survivor(s) could be
within
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Look for many dead
zombies from
gunshots. Armed
survivors are a bonus
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If a well setup
bastion is found,
consider asking to
relocate there
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Combat types have equal
priority: Soldiers,
Security Guards
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Other types such as
lawyers, finance,
accountants have the
least priority and will
be grunts, basically.
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Generally, those not
inclined to panic will
be a great bonus – this
takes time to evaluate,
however.
This is a good
example of a
combat type
member.
Long Term Survival Methods
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The longevity of the IE is hard
to measure, but mainly dependent
on the type of pathogen.
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Except for certain cases in the
“magical” category, IEs have
limited lifespans.
In the most extreme cases, there
is a need to become self
sufficient: Food, Water,
clothing, fuel, defense, etc.
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Assume that zombies cannot
reproduce other than by
infection
Any dissenters need to be dealt
with early and brought in line.
Long-term agreement is crucial.
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It may take years for
governmental control to return,
if it ever does.
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Always keep that possibility in
mind when constructing a
stronghold and selecting allies.
Signs of infection in survivors
must be investigated and dealt
with swiftly, be ready for the
difficult task of eliminating
people that have not yet turned.
Exile might be a less
emotionally challenging option.
Computer models have shown that
after the first few months of
the outbreak, survivors will
have learned and taught
necessary skills to survive the
horde.
Worst Case Considerations
• Airborne Pathogen
with only
survivors being
those with a
natural immunity
(.01% predicted)
• Infection
producing “superhuman” mutations
such as those seen
in many popular
video games
• Infection driving
mutations that
leads to
intelligence,
sentience, or a
hive-mind
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Pathogen infecting non-human creatures
such as pets.
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IEs that can breed or reproduce outside of
normal infection methods
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Any form of communication between IEs
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Infection spreading via simple contact,
meaning close combat is completely
impossible unless in MOPP gear.
Summary and Acknowledgements
Special thanks
to:
I. Eppenbaugh
K. Kowal
S. Keiffer
D. Allpress
Coffee
 Choose your bastion carefully
 Choose your allies even more
carefully, and work to keep them
busy
 Self-subsistence is key
 Do not plan on any outside
intervention
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 Plan for the worst!
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