The Zombie Rule Book: A Zombie Apocalypse Survival Guide (23 page)

The one thing that is the most valuable to you is your life. Be prepared to leave everything you own, even possessions of great
sentiment. You may even need to leave your base if it’s unsafe, which may mean leaving behind food and water supplies but don’t risk losing your life trying to reclaim belongings.

Rule # 242
Do not invade or loot from other groups of survivors

Only do this if it is a matter of life and death. By this I mean if you have run out of food, water, ammunition or if your shelter has been compromised. Try first to reason with the new group, offering them trades either for information, personal belongings you may have or a trade of skills or knowledge. Only attack if you really have to, chances are you won’t come out alive.

Rule # 243
Don’t leave your base/house when being invaded by looters

This rule is very important. Don’t leave your house and go to investigate. Whether you are investigating zombies or looters you will leave yourself open to attack. Survivors who are attacking you won’t know how many of you there are. Stay inside and make lots of noise. If you are on your own inside, let the outsiders think there are more. Use dummies, things shaped like heads, music or anything to make the rebel survivors think twice before attacking you. If you see attacking survivors and they haven’t seen you, do the opposite. Be as quiet as possible. Try to go undetected.

Rule # 244
Rules aren’t meant to be broken

Rules aren’t meant to be broken. One of the last rules here is this – don’t break these rules. I’m not telling you that you can’t bend them slightly to suit your needs and your situation. They may work better in some situations than others but try to stick as close to these rules as possible. It will save your life.

Rule # 245
Learn CPR

Before applying first aid make sure the patient needs it. Lightly tap on the patient’s shoulder and speak to them in a slow, clear and concise way. If you get a response there is no need to perform CPR. Apply the appropriate first aid.
If the person is not breathing as they normally should be or even coughing or moving, start chest compressions. Begin by pushing down in the center of their chest twenty to thirty times. Pump hard and fast, make sure the pumps are faster than once per second.
Make sure you tilt the head back and lift the chin. Pinch the nose and cover the mouth, placing yours over it, and begin to blow until you see the chest rise. Give an immediate burst of two breaths. The short burst/breath should last approx one second.
Then continue to administer thirty pumps, followed by blowing. Repeat this step. For as long as you need to.

Rule # 246
Always be on the look out for dangerous creatures

Don’t let the fact that zombies are on the loose take away the fact that you may encounter some very dangerous creatures like poisonous spiders, scorpions and snakes. Always be on the lookout, especially when setting up camp. Don’t set up your bed for the night on a red ants’ nest. If you are well-prepared try to get some insect repellent. Mosquitoes may be carrying the virus so always keep an eye on bites and stings and apply antiseptic creams where applicable.

Rule # 247
Acquire a Parry knife

If you only have one knife in your bug-out bag or with you at all times, make it the Parry blade survival knife. This knife was designed in the mid nineties by Mel Parry from the British S.A.S. The Parry Knife is strong and heavy, the knife has a powerful chopping stroke and has many uses from prying, levering, cutting, whittling, and digging. This knife will cut through almost anything without breaking. It’s a good idea to wrap some para-cord around the handle of the Parry Knife, this will not only give you extra grip but you will always be equipped with para-cord for any survival situation. The knife itself measures approx 88” from the hilt to the point and is perfect for general uses and overall survival, protection and defense.

Rule # 248
You can never over prepare

There is no such thing as over preparing, so keep preparing for any situation that may arise. Even if it doesn’t you will know that you can handle it if it does, and will survive.

Rule# 249
Don’t try to take or loot items from a zombie

The zombie you have just killed may have that pair of sneakers you have been after for the last year or that designer hoodie (with only a few blood stains on it) but don’t even think about it! It is far too dangerous to try to acquire items from zombies either moving or dead, their clothing and belongings will also be contaminated with the virus.

Rule#250
Wear a face shield/ mask

This is a simple yet very affective rule. Always wear a facemask where possible, not one that goes anywhere near your eyes but a small one, like a painters dust shield mask. This will stop blood splatter, fumes and airborne viruses.

Rule# 251
Acquire ninja throwing stars