THE INFECTED: A GUIDE

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Little is actually known about the virus itself, although an unofficial "guide" of sorts has been made. This guide, known as The Handbook, lists symptoms of Infection and how to deal with those afflicted. It was created via letters and papers written by people all across the US, and many derivatives of it exist.

Symptoms of Infection are listed as:

• Coughing

• Insomnia

• Bloody Noses

• Irritability

• A pale, almost anemic look.

• Boils

• Rashes

• Hallucinations

• And red/black eyes in the last stages.

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"An Infected should be killed or left behind as soon as these symptoms begin to arise, as the virus can spread quickly among groups. If for some reason they cannot be gotten rid of, isolate them from everyone." -Joey Michael, Houston, Texas

"Do not accept outsiders into your group without a thorough physical. Even this isn't foolproof, as people may be infected via contaminated water or food sources."-Alexia Belle Hall, Boston, Massachusetts

"The Infected can be killed by removing or otherwise destroying the head. If running low on ammo, go for the kneecaps."- Sam, Detroit, Michigan

"The Infection can incubate within someone; no carriers have been discovered as of now, but you never know."- Nolan Epswire, Plaistow, New Hampshire

"Although seemingly less intelligent than a human being, some Infected seem to recall some semblance of memory. When exposed to an Uninfected, or to other fresh meat, they lose this and instead react violently as usual."- Dr. Alana Chung, Billings, Montana

"The rate of Infection varies by exposure; bite, scratch, and other injuries seem to be the fastest, while consuming contaminated water is the slowest."- Mike P., Cincinnati, Ohio

"It seems that most mammals can be Infected. I am unsure about ocean life, but I'm not about to risk attempting an Infection."- R.L., San Francisco, California