Zombie invasion: How to survive!

They’ll Want Brains! Brains! Brains!1

By Melissa Snyder2

“When Hell is full, the dead will walk the earth.” It’s bound to happen sooner or later. And when that time comes you might want to be prepared.3

The first step is preparation. As your reading this, their probably aren’t groups of decaying people chanting ‘Brains! Brains! Brains!’ Pick a hiding place; Wal-Mart and Costco are good examples. Try picking out a building that has a vast supply of food, and maybe guns and/or ammo. Or, is at least close by a gun and ammo shop. If your unfortunate enough to not be able to take refuge in a place like those recently listed, you may want to stock up on the things you don’t have a lot of. Such as, water, food, containers, gun and ammo (if there are any handy), and other necessities. 4

‘Getting rid of’ the zombies is the most important skill you will need if you want to survive the outbreak you’ll soon experience. If you’ve watched at least one zombie flick you know destroying their brain is the key to their demise. A gunshot to the face seems most effective, though almost anything else will work. Just aim for the head. 5

Okay, in another case, a zombie invasion has indeed broken out this very second. If you’ve already chosen your zombie refuge your set. If you not, you should be a little wary. For one, you have no reserved hiding spot. In that case, pick carefully, and quick! The same rules apply if you’re picking out a last minute shelter. 6

The buddy system, it’s universal, and quite useful. When it comes to surviving a zombie invasion it doesn’t change. You’ll always need someone to protect your back, always. Plus, you’re going to need lots of extras to throw to the hordes of zombies. If your partner dies, or is close to it just shoot them. ‘Jill’ isn’t your ‘BFF’ when she’s chewing off your ear. 7

Once you’ve made solace in your new environment, you may need to plan for the future. Be sure you have a plentiful supply of flashlights, if you have any. Also, take all the empty containers you can get your hands on, and fill them with tap water. Board up the main entrances, others doors, and windows. You should check how secure they are daily. Gather the food you have in a certain area. Organization is the key to survival. 8

Stay where you are, and be careful moving places. Chances are there are no tanks around to take for a joyride. If you have any communication with the outside world you’ll probably solely count on that. Good luck, and know that I will shoot you if it comes down to it. 9

Author notes

I did this for my school paper, it's not fully edited. Thanks((:

A contest entry

What do you think???

    : , Your review:

    Comment Suggestion: What is your your first impression?
    : Cost: 0 free left 0 points, You have 0. (?) (Line numbers)
    Ratings:

Comments

1 - 9 of 9

  • Marissa130
    May 5

    Edit | Reply

    funny

    I was a little scared when you said that Jill couldn't be my Bff when she chews on my ear, because my friend isn't Jill. Are you predicting the future or something?


  • Patchwork Comedy
    April 6

    Edit | Reply
    Very usefule!
    I love zombie stories!
    although there are very few good ones... its just not the same withoutthe gore XD
    anyway, I liked this, lots aand lots ^^
    like I said, you got brownie points for the zombie genre ^^
    good luck in me contest matey!


  • GrimDeath
    March 10

    Edit | Reply
    It was very humorous and very informative for being about a zombie attack. You mixed humor and facts very well. Great Job! Thank You for entering my contest and good luck!
    -Grim


  • bakermiddle
    March 3

    Edit | Reply
    This was funny. I could find myself doing some of this stuff if I were actually caught in this sort of situation. However, I wouldn't say to try and find guns/ammunition; I'd say to definitely get some weapons. Good job and good luck in the competition.


  • MoraKpon
    February 20
    Edit | Reply
    I most definitely agree with Alenia, on this one.


  • Alenia
    February 15
    Edit | Reply

    Ehh

    I honestly don't like it. This only plays off of one strategy for survival, and if one thing went wrong, you'd be dead in five minutes. Barricading yourself inside of a building is never actually a good idea. For one, if you're discovered, they'll swarm your house in minutes. Two: A prolonged stay in an area that is not self sufficient is impossible. And by the time that you realize you need food/water from the outside, there are most likely quite a few 'zombies' outside of your refuge. Those are just a few of my notes on this.


  • imagist
    February 9

    Edit | Reply

    haha!

    Very informative, and I loved the last sentence. Thank god you put how to kill them first. In every zombie movie- no one goes for a head shot!

    • Melli
      February 10
      Edit | Reply
      Thanks(: This is actually in a valentine issue of my school newspaper, haha. YES! I totally agree... there make so many mistakes.

1 - 9 of 9