Codename: Spectre (The Virus) [Don't post]

"Spectre..." That's a suitable name for this mutated strain of the Bundibugyo ebolavirus. It is still unclear on how the mutation became apparent. Maybe it was a failed attempt to develop a cure for this particular strain. Maybe it was deliberately crossed with other diseases to make a superior bioweapon...

From what we do know, "Spectre" starts off with no initial symptoms, until two hours have passed. This is the ending of the incubation phase, and more visible symptoms appear, such as coughing, sneezing, and fatigue. This phase lasts for five hours, where it suddenly ends. The sudden end of symptoms causes the victim to think that it has passed on, but this is usually not the case. Instead, from that point until death, the virus spreads throughout the body, killing the body's defenses. During this time, it moves towards the brain, damaging select cells to cause intense pain. This will often drive the victim to the point of insanity, forcing them to lose all mental control and attacking everyone around them. It is at this point where they will be killed, either by survivors, or by the virus killing off massive amounts of brain cells. After 30 hours have passed from point of infection, the body would begin to slowly break down, further spreading the virus via scavengers and/or via airborne aerosol of mucus droplets.

However, that's if the infected individual didn't survive...

The majority of infected within the sector have already progressed far into the "mutation" phase. This is when they're truly dangerous. Instead of killing them, the virus mutates the individual's genetics and physiology to the point that they should no longer be considered human. Depending on a multitude of factors, such as age, gender, if they have cancer, if they are physically fit (the list goes on), the Infected mutates to serve a specific role.

Infected:

"Ghouls"

These "zombies" are not the shambling monstrosities often portrayed in movies and books. These creatures are strong, quick, and have faster reflexes than the majority of the uninfected. However, though they are undeniably physically superior, the zombification process damages higher mental facilities; while you cannot outrun a zombie, you can probably outsmart it. As they are still living, any major damage to the body is enough to cripple or kill them, and cranial removal is especially effective. If an Infected does reach you, any scratches or bites will result in the immediate transmission of the virus; unless the infected limb is removed immediately, the disease will spread to the rest of the body.

Unfortunately non-humans can be infected as well, so even animals should be feared. Common infected animals include:
Wolves
Bears
Sharks
Birds (Especially dangerous- Can spread in feces)
Snakes

Then there are those who are smart - and clever - enough to be considered a higher priority to remove. These clever fuckers regain the intelligence of opening doors and climbing over obstacles, including ladders...

Thank the gods that they haven't learned how to use weapons or get through armor... yet.

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