A follow-up of Rule Number 1: Know Thine Enemy
Now, this may seem like an obvious rule, but you would be amazed at how many people don't really know all of those details. Do you remember all of those science classes you took in grade school and how the teacher would walk each student through the "Safety Precautions" and would require you to memorize where all of the equipment was? Now, how many of you ever thought "Huh, this might be a good thing for when the zombies come!"? Because we did!
1. Take note of ALL of the Entrances and Exits.
Just because something is not a major entrance such as a door or a window, doesn't mean the zombies won't use it to their advantage. Take, for instance, dry wall. If you live in an unsturdy apartment, its possible for the zombies to just tear through it like paper (That is, assuming they have the physical capabilities). Another entrance that is easily over looked are attic and basement entrances and air ducts. Hopefully you live in one of those older houses that's actually made from quality materials like brick, concrete and stone.
While we're on this subject, let's take a moment to complain, shall we? People are lazy and impatient and that's going to get us killed. Houses are being built over night and its not because we have superhumans building them in the nick of time or that companies have started implementing The Sims in real life, but because we've started using shitty materials. These won't protect us from long term exposure to the elements let alone a horde of zombies! [/rant]
2. Memorize the Building Layout.
When we say "memorize", we bloody well mean memorize! You should be able to walk through the building blindfolded. Because what if the power gets cut out and you don't have a flashlight or other light source? Also, what if you are running from a horde in a panic and aren't really paying attention? Hopefully you can develop enough muscle memory to get through any obstacle.
Consider setting up a game with a few friends: Have your friends dress up as zombies while they chase you around and see if you can out smart and out run them. In the heat of things, you'll see how well you can escape.
3. Take note of ALL of the possible Barricades.
You may even need to take a point in American Ingenuity and BUILD A FAKE WALL.
4. Memorize where all of the Weapons and Rations are as well as other Storage Compartments.
Hope this helps.
Stay safe, kids.
the team of WeComePrepared
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One trick that our leader here at WeComePrepared (WCP) taught me was that if you manage to tape or clue carpet to your windows, you can make them more secure and pretty much shatter proof. That's handy if you're only worried about non-tool using zombies/infected. Also in case you're wondering what "fake walls" could really be used for; fake walls can create choke points, which are easier to defend. Also, if the fake walls are heavy enough and/or have spike; they can become quick last minute traps for if you're dealing with a hoard.
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The Tactician