{"id":1466,"date":"2009-10-19T11:40:31","date_gmt":"2009-10-19T16:40:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/zepfhyr.com\/blog\/?p=1466"},"modified":"2020-02-06T20:57:09","modified_gmt":"2020-02-07T02:57:09","slug":"surviving-the-zombocalypse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zepfhyr.com\/blog\/2009\/10\/surviving-the-zombocalypse\/","title":{"rendered":"Surviving the Zombocalypse"},"content":{"rendered":"

In the eventual Zombocalypse<\/a> a lot of our tools will be less useful in defense of ourselves and those we care about. It is commonly known that our more advanced technologies will be laid low in a manner of hours as the infestation results in overuse of, then damage or destruction to our cellular networks and landline communication tools. As a result, it is very important to have a few necessities to increase your chances of survival and of forming a Zombie Resistance.<\/p>\n

First and foremost, get yourself a shortwave radio. One-way is fine, but two-way is the best. This allows you to find out how widespread the destruction is across the globe, and allows you to continue to remain in communication with other survivors as long as you and they can find a way to keep the radios powered. Keep solar batteries and other methods of generating electricity safe and secure so that you can continue to power your radio and any other electric devices you may need.<\/p>\n

Secondly, stock up on canned goods and foods that have a high shelf life. Until the cause of the infestation is known, it is unsafe to grow your own food, though it will eventually be a necessity. I highly recommend storing enough safe food and clean water to last a planting season. Test the food on surviving wild animals that are known to be capable of “zombifying”. Be certain to keep dead zombies as far from your fields as possible to avoid potential contamination.<\/p>\n

Lastly, stockpile weapons that are useful in both ranged and melee combat. Ammo will grow more and more scarce unless you have the knowledge and resources to make your own, or know of a stockpile that is unlikely to run out in a reasonable amount of time.<\/p>\n

While the power grid and communication lines may be down for the count, your iPhone and iPod Touch may still come in handy thanks to these useful apps that can operate without network access.<\/p>\n

Zombie Survival Sheet<\/a> – This is a very simple app designed to share with others just what you’ll be bringing to the Zombocalypse. Fill in the various fields with text and images and then take a screenshot to save your Zombocalypse Survival Plan for sharing.<\/p>\n

Illustrated Zombie Survival Guide<\/a> – This is an excellent survival guide in app form that talks about different kinds of zombies, effective combat skills, survival strategies, and even contains an exam to test your understanding of the knowledge presented within.<\/p>\n

Zombie Survival Guide<\/a> – This is an alternate guide that provides much the same info as above, but does not have a quiz. However, it does let you use your iPhone or iPod Touch as a disguise by holding it up to your face and activating “Blend in Mode”.<\/p>\n

Stanza<\/a> – Stock up on important zombie-related reading materials, such as The Zombie Survival Guide<\/a> and World War Z<\/a>. Both will come in handy during the Zombocalypse, as long as you have the time to read them before becoming zombie food.<\/p>\n

So keep these things in mind as we head into the Halloween season where a Zombocalypse may go unnoticed for longer than usual, giving the undead a distinct advantage. And if you happen to become a zombie, then you should check out Cerebrii<\/a>, an app that tells you everything you need to know about the human brain (including, I believe, which parts are most delicious).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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