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LOL. That sounds like a lot of stuff but it all came in a duffle bag I bought online for $75. I've augmented it a bit with pain releivers and whatnot but honestly every household should have one of these. Especially if you live in an area prone to natural disasters. For me it's tornados.
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We have a first aid kit complete with bandages, antibiotics, iodine and the like along with pain relief. As there are have been no natural disasters in my area (with the exception of the occasional hurricane) we have never had the need. By the time the infection gets near me, me and PrivateParts will have grabbed what we need and have bugged out. Probably having stolen what meds we need from a local surgery.
Seeing as I live in central Tokyo, I'm pretty sure I'd be utterly screwed. If the zombocalypse hit during a weekday at noon that'd mean close to 35 million zombies roaming around. I live in a 32 floor apartment building on the 11th floor, so if I could secure the one floor and block off both stairways I'd be pretty safe. After living through the March 11th earthquake and subsequent food, water and gas shortages, I stocked up on supplies. Got enough water for at least a month for 3 people, medical supplies, canned food, sleeping bags in case I need to rough it outside, high-power flashlights with lots of spare batteries, emergency packs stocked and ready to go at a moment's notice, and a bunch of other stuff. No guns or weapons, which are nearly impossible to find in Japan, but I do have a blue crowbar I named Cherenkov, and I do know a few stores that sell antique katana, so if I could make it across town I'd be able to get some blades. There's the police station about 10 blocks away, so if I could get into that armory I'd at least have a few revolvers. Plus I live on an island so if I could destroy all bridges or block them with cars I could seal off an area. But in all likelihood I'd be chewed up the second I got out of my house. Too many walking corpses to dodge here.
Hmm, ever thought of BUYING a Katana? That way you would at least have one ready. The island bit is an advantage, how sturdy are the bridges? In your situation Blow bridges and then a gradual cull of zombies would be the way to go IMO. I have no Idea how much a katana is btw, or if the ones sold would be of any actual use ( I would imagine the need for well crafted, combat ready blades is pretty low. "Cherenkov" would probably do.
see the problem is the same thing they faced in wwz, jusr because it's an island doesn't mean zeds can't get to it. i wouldn't want to be trapped on zombie infested japan anyway, 35 mil, that's just tokyo right? i mean correct me if i'm wrong, but japan is one of the most densely populated areas in the world right? i'd want to be in the midwest US, there's a reason it's farm country, and it's poulation is spread much further. as it is im on the east coast of the US and things are a little to dense for me HERE, much less tokyo.
I agree but I'm not sure he has the option of living in the mid west of the united states just because his current home is a zombie nightmare. Also I reckon a less dependant, less stable country would be best. Self dependence, easy access to weapons and the higher likely hood of being trained to use those weapons.
you clearly do not know that about 9/10ths of the US population is armed. i believe a japanese general in WWII once said "you could not invade mainland USA because there would be a rifle behind every blade of grass." and it's true, i'm always clearing rifle parts out of my lawnmower. nah in all seriousness, the US is the most heavily armed country in the world. and of course there's no way i could get to the midwest in the event of a zombie outbreak, i was just saying that is the least populated, workable land in the US. i don't know what's comparable elsewhere but that's where i'd idealy like to be.
me and my friends are going to get an R.V and fortify it with my 50ft + of chain link and 10-11 assorted guns+ammo,stuff it with canned food and knives, bats,axs ect. and find K.c and Burt:)
I think being inside a RV with burt would drive me batty! Gotta love the man but not for me.
Im heading north, I want to be a penguin. Hehe.. Possibly a Ami-sicle
How the hell will you fight of zombies with an umbrella? xDQuote:
Originally Posted by Amisiel
Well, you need a permit in Japan to buy a "real" Japanese sword, and from what I hear they aren't easy to come buy. Of course I could always buy one from Bugei, but I'm pretty sure it would never make it through customs (and those things aren't cheap anyway). I'm positive those things would cut though :)
And it's not that I don't have the option of moving to the midwest, just that Tokyo is home, and has been for a long time now. Although I am moving back to Boston next year (say what you want about zombies, but megaquakes are really and truly scary).
Now earthquakes on the other hand are a much more reasonable excuse for moving.
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This is where I'm going to hole up. It's a house on a cliff in Newquay. The only way to the cliff is by that bridge. It has it's own generator and water purifying supply from the sea (apparently). A droppable rope ladder or two with boats tied to the rocks set up for quick getaways or a sneaky way off, and voila - instant protection. Plus there's plenty of shops/warehouses in Newquay for raiding, but it's not so big that there would be millions of zeds to put up with.
Nice, you'll be plenty safe out there, any thoughts about food.
For a start, I'm a decent sea fisherman. Second, there are quite a few shops and a food distribution warehouse in Newquay, so food wouldn't be a prob for a bit. I live a little way (about 20 miles) from Newquay, but on the way there is an Air Force base, so I'd hope that if the base had people/arms in it, I'd be fine, if not, it's on to the cliff house. Mind you, it's a well known place, so maybe lots of others would have the same idea...Quote:
Originally Posted by Solanine
Fishing is good but outside of that? Long term a wide diet is necessary. Other people having the same idea could also be a disadvantage.Quote:
Originally Posted by Daddy Doom Bar
Brilliant find though, very defensible.
Long term? I don't think I'd worry about long term for a while. I think day to day is what I'd be concentrating on. If the zeds start dying out, then farming and finding others would become a priority. But yeah, that place would be perfect to hold out long enough to survive the initial attacks, if I could get there.
Think I'd have to fortify my house (as it's pretty remote anyway) and prepare to move out as soon as possible.
Hey even with a umbrella I think I could make it atleast a few days im crafty like thatQuote:
Originally Posted by Solanine
I suppose. Tbh, long term I don't think many of us will survive. For example I have remoteness and a plentiful food supply on my id but very little offensive capability and I lack the skills necessary to turn all those animals into gourmet meals.
So would you try to make it work, or take the cowards way out?
Its a bit like asking a girl out, if you do it you might be rejected but she might say yes, if you don't she won't say yes.
So in other words, its called the cowards way out for a reason!
see you don't need to be a chef though, one or two books on food preservation and you can can make a small herd of... anything last a very long time. plus if there's workable ground you can plant some vegetables. that's not to say it won't be hard work, but if you are of even average intelligence you can make these things work well within the scope of your abilities. regarding offensive capabilities, that may be a problem, but even that can be worked around; a baseball bat doesn't require an insanely powerful muscle man to be a deadly weapon, same goes for any sizeable blunt object. see that's the beauty of humanity, if you cut them loose and remove some of the restrictions of overly invasive governments, they can do amazing things (no i am not advocating anarchy, i acknowledge that some government is required to maintain order, however to much leads to tyranny and oppression.) the human ability to adapt and overcome is stunning.
edit: rereading this, i didn't mean to turn this into a political thread, but i will let my comments stand so people can see why my comments are what they are.
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Originally Posted by aaronarturus
You named your Crowbar? Sweet! LOL.
I'd give up trying to destroy a bridge. You need crazy amounts of explosives and the training (maybe you are a structural engineer).
I'd seal off the floor below and the floor above then go about slowly hunting any infected that occupy those floors. You might want to get Cherenkov a brother
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Where I live is fairly out of the way. Its miles away from the nearest city, and the biggest towns around here wouldn't present too much of a problem. Plus, any kind of outbreak would hopefully start in major centres of population, so I think we'd have a pretty good warning its on it's way. Mind you, I suppose that's more time for people here to panic and start raiding shops.
I've got a shotgun and pistol along with a samurai sword, machete, and other knives. I'd load up my internal frame backpack with meds, first aid, water, food that can last a long time, and as much ammunition I could carry. Then I'd throw it in my car and take my wife and dog with me to where I do a lot of freelance work. It's a secure place that requires electronic badge entry to get into the building. It also has back up power generators so power, water, and internet access (hopefully) would still be working. Living in Texas I feel certain I'd come across other armed people where trade and barter for ammunition is possible and our natural friendly nature but stubborn instinct to defend ourselves would allow me to form a strong, cohesive band of people to fight off the hordes.
If that doesn't work I'll make way to get up to the rockies. A frozen zombie is a slow zombie is a easy target!
Sounds good, how remote is this work place (im thinking about disease).Quote:
Originally Posted by Cromulent Frog
1)If away from home, get home using my get home kit, which i always have, entailing:
-CCW w/ 20rds 9mm HP
-Enough gas to get home (always keep my tank this full when possible)
-pocket knife
-tactical flashlight
-map including back streets
-emergency kit with basic tools, enough food/water for a day, and minor first aid
2)grab wife and premade bug out bag which currently is an external frame pack with the following
-enough long term emergency rations for 3 days
-fixed blade survival knife with attached fire starter
-100 ft of 550-paracord
-backpacking cooking set/utensils
-sleeping bag and tarp
-2 rifles, one shotgun, and a second handgun plus 100+rds for each
-etc, you get the point, moral is, it is already ready to grab and go
3)drive as far as possible out of the city and meet up with friends if i can reach them by cell
4)when driving is no longer possible go by foot, already being able to hike extanded miles with a 100lb pack here is essential
5)set up camp in places as remote as possible until final destination is reached, scavenging for replacement supplies where ever possible
6)establish camp in remote wilderness location pre-decided upon and use survival skills learned from childhood to live as far from possible enemies as possible
the secret to any good survival plan is that it is already in place because when the shit hits the fan you will not have time to get it ready then, regardless of if its zombies or economic colapse. "Luck is where preparedness meets opportunity"
also a note to all those who plan on raiding a gun store: as an avid gun owner/hunter, most people who own guns (ie. gun store owners) generally would like to keep their guns in a SHTF scenario and are very skilled in their use to allow them to do so, picture Burt not locked in the bathroom and without the shakes... just some food for thought
Currently, I'd probably be screwed here in Tokyo. There is really only two option. (well, three if you include suicide) But I'd either make a break for the US military base here and try to get myself onto one of the warships, or I would try to fortify our second floor apartment. But either way, it doesn't look too good.
So far as i can tell in my area (Alberta, Canada) the most survivable safest area would be in the rocky mountains near Jasper national park. its my plan to get to jasper, by vehicle or by foot depending on how things turn out hell even via bike if necesary. the plan is to get to whistler mountain, they have a gas operated sky tram that can get you up the mountain in less than 30 mins. Failing that a hike up the mountain wouldnt take more than a day. hauling gear up would take a few trips if the tram is down but it wouldnt be difficult. at the top of the mountain they have a challet. the Challet is built quite strong with reinforced glass windows and reinforced structure due to the high winds and weather on the mountain. its completeley remote and would be very easy living off the land. lots of water and tons of game if you know how to hunt it. the population of jasper is tiny being a tourist town approx 7 thousand locals and maybe 6 thousand tourists at any given time.
The main reson i have chosen this location is the small amount of poplulation and high amount of wildlife, being a national park no one is currently allowed to hunt any animals in Jasper. Plus most people living in jasper have some kind of firearm or another (for protection from bears and cugars). as far as gear goes i have that allready packed and good to go at a moments notice. russian SKS 7.62 x 32 ammunition with 1000 rounds, glock 9mm with 500 rounds, a hunting crosbow with 33 bolts and tons of other survival gear. was contemplating a 12 gauge shotgun but im not sure how a shotgun would fair vs a zombie skull with buckshot loaded.
Anyways if and when Z-Day happens it is my hope that all of your Z-Day plans work out. In the case that your plan does not work for any of you, come to jasper national park and find me on my mountain there will be tons of room and... free Cake!
If all hell broke loose right now, I'd sigh contentedly knowing that I wouldn't have to take my finals next week...
Nice plan, my brother has visited whistler. Wants to move out their after school. I see your population of of bout 13 thousand per time, and I one-up you, try three hundred.Quote:
Originally Posted by Traden
haha thanks, well 300 is most certainly more manageable than 13 thousand. ive thought of trying for smaller town around that population but couldnt find much on google maps lol. are there many small communities like that in alberta you think?
I doubt it really, this is one of the most remote communities in the uk. Weapons are rarer over here though or guns at least.
Honestly, I'd be dead. Two out of my three-person family are medication dependent.
HOWEVER, I do love to plan for the coming apocalypse and have done so since childhood.
1. Walgreens is within walking distance. a) Drugs for my own health and for the health of other survivors. b) Food and etc. for survival. c) Drugs and cigarettes for currency.
2. The county Emergency Operations Center is also within walking distance of my house, and that is a fortress.
Of course getting there would be a problem, as I have no weapons, but in my pretend universe, I am a super badass and could protect us all whilst also carrying the contents of a Walgreens on my back.
Hey guys! I love the "what would you do" discussion and want to start a Blog about that topic. i created a blog today called: better undead living http://betterundeadliving.blogspot.com
i want to write about the ideas and projects that are also mentioned in the show. For example: - how to collect rainwater and store it over a long time. -how to build a oven inside without dying of a carbon monoxide poisoning. -how to hot wire a car (the characters in "we're alive" could use that skill a lot) -Locations of safe houses near you.
so what would you like to read about? or do you already have tutorials that you think should be on the blog?
btw. i like the idea of a airship to escape the undead horror :)
I'd go and track down KC cause he seems to know what to do
OR if that fails I'd go to COSTCO!
i have a machete at my house but i won't last long so i will go a prison about a 2 hour drive from my house
We rarely pay attention to our surroundings or what they have in the house that could actually be of use.
For those of you who say "I don't have anything in my house.."
Yeah, you do. Remember, Zomies/Infected numbers grow as the days go by, so the human factor is the first problem. That first couple days is when you have to be decisive.
Weapons wise: well, the first place to look is in your kitchen. a nice iron skillet or TWO will work wonders. A broom or mop handle will help, but not for long. Those things are made of thin plastic these days, but all you need is something to help you create space. Better yet, use the rod in your closets. It'll be metal or wood.
Bleach to hide your scent and wash away any blood. It's also pretty good to use on anyone (living) trying to get in your house.
That can of raid is pretty flammable, as are many things in the house. Read your labels.... oven cleaners... whew.. oven cleaners
That tire iron sitting near your spare tire would be one hella good blunt object. Off all the things you can get your hands on, this is it. EVERYONE has a tire iron.
Take as many car batteries as you can. The uses for those goes on and on and on.
Your surroundings? How close is the nearest police station? What about the CVS/Walgreens/Wal-Mart/Target/Grocery Store??
How may hardware stores are within a mile walking distance? Where exactly is a pawn or gun shop? Is there a car rental agency near? Take a moving van, drive that sucka through the front and load up.
In your apartment complex, how many buildings are there? How many apartments per building? raiding possibilities. Start paying attention to the commercial buildings around you. Is the entrance all glass? Most schools are build like forts now, see what the nearest one looks like.
Thing is, don't give up. Don't think because you don't have a room full of ammo or a collection of swords, mean that you can't defend yourself.
One last thing, don't think you can't afford a handgun either. Buy used or look at Kel-Tec's PF-9 ($300) but better yet, Hi-Point's CF-308 runs you $140.00, the C-9 runs $165 and their 40 caliber is around two hundred bucks! Any HS kid can save their allowance and buy $165 dollars worth of a gun. Hell, that 2 video games damn near.