The Last Cure

Two years before the world collapsed, an international biotechnology company developed Project Lazarus . Its goal wasn't to create weapons, but rather to cure diseases that damage the nervous system and accelerate tissue regeneration. Initial results were promising. The artificial virus was able to repair damaged cells, prompting numerous countries to fund the research.

However, as the final stage of testing progressed, the virus underwent an unexpected mutation. It evolved far faster than scientists could control. The subjects began losing control of their minds, becoming extremely aggressive, and remaining mobile despite fatal injuries. A few days later, the laboratory where the research was being conducted experienced a leak. The entire staff transformed into creatures later known as zombies.

Initially, the government managed to cover up the incident by isolating the city where the outbreak began. Unfortunately, it was too late. Some infected people who were asymptomatic managed to leave the quarantine area by plane, ship, and public transportation. Within weeks, the virus spread to dozens of countries. Hospitals were overwhelmed, healthcare systems were paralyzed, and the military was deployed to enforce mass quarantines.

Things worsened when the virus began infecting animals. Birds carried the virus into previously safe areas, rats spread it through waterways, and wild predators became far more aggressive after being infected. Soon, the virus mutated again. Every few weeks, new variants emerged with different abilities, making it increasingly difficult for humans to survive.

Civilization finally collapsed. Power went out, global communications were cut off, and governments disappeared one by one. Cities were reduced to ruins filled with infected creatures. Amidst a world that had lost hope, rumors spread that research data

LEVEL 1 — INITIAL MUTATION • Walker — Regular zombies, slow but very numerous. • Runner — Runs fast and attacks non-stop. • Crawler — Loses the function of legs, crawls through narrow gaps. • Howler — Emits a loud scream to summon other zombies. • Stalker — Hiding in the dark and targeting prey.

LEVEL 2 — INTERMEDIATE MUTATION • Brute — Big, strong, and hard to take down. • Spitter — Spits infectious fluid over long distances. • Leaper — Able to jump from buildings or trees. • Climber — Quickly climbs walls, poles, and buildings. • Crusher — Arms enlarge into destructive weapons.

LEVEL 3 — ADVANCED MUTATION • Juggernaut — A giant mutation with steel-like skin. • Hunter — Hunts silently and attacks when caught off guard. • Mimic — Imitates human voices to lure victims. • Screamer — Its scream makes other zombies more aggressive. • Parasite — Carries small organisms that can infect living things.

LEVEL 4 — RARE MUTATION • Reaper — Moves very fast and almost silently. • Titan — The largest mutation capable of destroying small buildings. • Nightmare — Very active at night, much more dangerous than during the day. • Alpha — Leads the zombie group and has higher intelligence. • Aberration — An unstable mutation with constantly changing abilities.

INFECTED ANIMALS • Rabid Wolf — Wolves that hunt in packs. • Carrion Crow — Crows that carry viruses. • Rotfang Bear — A bear with incredible strength. • Ripper Hound — A very fast wild dog. • Blight Rat — A plague-carrying rat that reproduces very quickly. • Venom Stag — A mutated deer with deadly antlers. • Iron Boar — A hard-skinned and aggressive wild boar.

RARE BOSS • The Devourer • The Colossus • The Executioner • The Revenant • The Harbinger • The Behemoth • Patient Zero — The first human to be infected and become the most dangerous mutation.

Name: Viola Emelia (Viola)

Age: 21 years

Female gender

Role in Team: Medical / Support Personnel

Personality Viola is the youngest member of the group and the shyest. She tends to speak softly and often gets nervous when she's the center of attention. Despite this, she has a very soft and caring heart. She always puts the safety of her teammates first, even willing to sacrifice her own comfort to help others. Viola also tends to pout and sulk when she feels ignored or misunderstood. However, these feelings never last long. She's not the type to hold grudges; a little attention or a reassuring word is usually enough to bring a smile back to her face.

Appearance Viola has a petite and slender build, standing around 163 cm tall and weighing 50 kg. Her dark brown hair reaches her waist, always well-groomed, despite living in a world full of destruction. Her bright blue eyes convey a warm and calming impression to all who see them.

He wears practical, light-colored clothing, paired with a light jacket and tactical pants for easy movement. On his back, he always carries a medical backpack containing various medications, bandages, simple surgical instruments, IV fluids, antibiotics, and emergency supplies, which he meticulously maintains. He doesn't wear heavy combat gear, prioritizing mobility when helping victims.

Weapons and Equipment Viola is extremely afraid of using firearms. The mere sound of gunfire is enough to make her nervous. She also hesitates to use melee weapons to harm others, even to save herself. Therefore, she carries only a multi-function medical knife, which she uses more for treatment than combat.

Instead, she carried the most complete medical kit of any member of the team. To Viola, a medical bag was far more valuable than any weapon.

Ability Expert in emergency medicine and field operations.

Able to diagnose diseases and treat various types of wounds quickly.

Have extensive knowledge of medicines, antiseptics, and medical concoctions.

Very thorough, patient, and rarely makes mistakes when caring for patients.

Be the main supporter of the physical condition of all team members during the trip.

Weakness Viola has little fighting ability. When facing an enemy head-on, her fear and hesitation often cause her to freeze. She needs the protection of the other team members to carry out her duties effectively.

Impression Viola may not be a great fighter, but the entire team agrees that her presence is as important as weapons and ammunition. In a world filled with injuries, infections, and death, her ability to save lives is an irreplaceable hope.

Quote "I-I'm not good at fighting... but let me make sure you all get home alive."

Name: Kai Dormin Age: 23 years Male gender Role in Team: Flexible attacker / main destroyer in case of emergency

Personality

Kai Dormin is a very laid-back and lazy person. He often procrastinates, especially if he thinks it can be done later. He appears calm most of the time, and very rarely does anything truly provoke him. Because of this, many people assume he's not very serious. In fact, it's precisely because of his calmness that he's difficult to read.

However, there's one thing that makes him dangerous: when his anger finally explodes, all his lazy and relaxed nature seems to vanish into thin air. In that state, Kai transforms into a completely different person—cold, brutal, and nearly unstoppable. He will attack with full force until the threat in front of him is completely incapacitated.

Appearance

Kai is quite tall with a modest athletic build, but clearly displays strength and endurance. His movements appear relaxed, even a little lazy, as if he's never really in a hurry. His face tends to be stoic, with a calm gaze that makes it difficult to guess what he's thinking. He typically wears practical, combat-style clothing that's not too complicated, allowing him to move freely in a variety of situations.

Weapons and Equipment

Kai is equally adept at using both firearms and melee weapons. He doesn't rely on a single weapon, adapting to the terrain. At long range, he can efficiently utilize firearms. In close combat, he doesn't hesitate to use bladed weapons or assault weapons to quickly finish off opponents. This versatility makes him extremely dangerous on the battlefield.

Ability

Able to fight with firearms and melee. Highly adaptive to various situations. Calm under pressure. Hard to provoke.

Weakness His lazy nature often leads him to delay in making decisions or moving more slowly than necessary. When not in the right emotional state, he can appear unmotivated and reluctant to get started. Therefore, he needs encouragement from his team to stay focused.

Impression Kai Dormin is the type of person who appears laid-back and harmless, but that's precisely what makes him unpredictable. He can be an indifferent and lazy partner, then turn into a deadly threat when his patience is stretched.

Quote "If it can be done later, why do it now?"

Name: Selia Embres Age: 22 years Female gender Role in Team: Fast forward / close range duel

Personality

Selia has a relaxed nature and tends to go with the flow, seemingly not easily panicking even in dangerous situations. Her demeanor often makes it difficult for others to guess what she's really thinking. She rarely displays clear emotions, which is precisely what makes her feel mysterious. When others are tense, Selia can remain calm, even seemingly indifferent, even though she's always paying attention to everything around her.

Appearance

She has a slender, agile, and light-footed build, making her well-suited for both close-quarters combat and swift movement through dangerous terrain. Her skin is fair, her hair blonde, and her appearance conveys a calm yet sharp impression. Selia dislikes wearing vests, armor, or other heavy protection, as they are uncomfortable and hinder her movement. Therefore, she prefers flexible and lightweight clothing, typically a short jacket, a practical top, tactical pants, and shoes that enhance speed.

Weapons and Equipment

Selia prefers melee weapons because she doesn't know how to use firearms well. For her, melee weapons feel more natural and easier to control. She can use a large knife, dual daggers, short staffs, or other sharp weapons suitable for fast-paced combat. Although she doesn't carry much heavy equipment, she still keeps a few essentials to survive in dire straits.

Ability

Very fast and agile in moving.

Hard to predict in battle.

Experts attack from unexpected angles.

Suitable for infiltration, reconnaissance, and surprise attacks.

Able to survive in chaotic situations without appearing panicked.

Weakness

Unaccustomed to using firearms, Selia is less effective in long-range combat. Furthermore, her dislike of armor makes her vulnerable to direct attacks. However, she makes up for this with speed, agility, and keen fighting instincts. Impression

Selia is a laid-back person, but that's exactly what makes her dangerous. She's unpredictable, quick-witted, and can go from calm to deadly in an instant.

Quote

"If it's too complicated, I'm lazy. So I just get it done quickly."

Name: Mira Aurine

Age: 23 years

Female gender

Profession Before the Outbreak: Field navigator / medical volunteer

Role in Team: Route guide / logistics support

Personality

Mira is a much more expressive person than her colleagues. She dislikes overly stiff situations and often breaks the tension with a quick comment or a joke, though she still knows when to be serious. She's quick to pick up on situations, sensitive to changes in her surroundings, and has a habit of noticing details that others often miss. When the team starts to lose its way, Mira is usually the one who stays calm and immediately finds a solution.

Despite his laid-back demeanor, he's actually very organized. He dislikes clutter, especially when it comes to travel routes, supplies, and the team's condition. That's why he's often trusted with maps, notes, and determining safe routes for the next journey.

Appearance He wore lightweight, practical field clothing designed for easy movement in a variety of terrain. Unlike the rigid military style, his attire was simpler yet functional, with numerous small pockets for storing essentials such as a folding map, compass, mini flashlight, emergency medication, and travel notes.

On his back was a waterproof sling bag packed with navigation equipment and daily necessities. He wore comfortable field shoes for long walks, and thin gloves to protect his hands while climbing, inspecting ruins, or clearing a path through dangerous areas.

Her hair is dark brown with a slight brick-red tinge that's barely visible in the light. Her eyes are bluish-green, giving her a sharp yet warm impression. She stands about 167 cm tall, weighs about 56 kg, and has a light, agile, and nimble build.

Ability Expert at reading maps and determining safe routes. Sensitive to the environment and easily recognizes danger signs. Master basic first aid. Quickly adapt in emergency situations. Suitable for search, exploration and reconnaissance missions. Weakness Mira sometimes relies too much on her own instincts when she's certain about a direction. Furthermore, because she tends to think quickly, she can sometimes appear impatient if others take too long to make decisions. Quote "If we continue to stay here, danger will come first."

Name: Kael Ward

Age: 24 years

Male gender

Profession Before the Outbreak: Infantryman

Role in Team: Main striker / Team defender

Personality

Kael is a very quiet man. He doesn't dislike conversation, but only speaks when absolutely necessary. Time is precious to him, so he prefers to get straight to the point rather than waste time with small talk. His face often appears flat and difficult to read, making strangers consider him cold. However, behind that demeanor, he is always the first to stand on the front lines when his comrades are in danger.

He possesses high discipline as a former soldier. Almost all of his actions are calm, measured, and calculated. He rarely acts emotionally, even in the most critical situations.

Weapon

Kael always carries an assault rifle as his primary weapon. He maintains it meticulously and is capable of shooting with high accuracy, especially at medium to long range. As a backup, he carries a combat knife, which he uses only in extreme cases.

Ability

Expert in tactics and combat formations.

Sniper for assault rifles.

Able to survive in extreme environments.

Have quick reflexes when facing sudden threats.

Trained in first aid and evacuation.

Weakness

Kael often carries the burden alone. She's reluctant to share her thoughts, preferring to solve problems on her own. Because of her introverted nature, other team members sometimes have difficulty understanding her mental and physical state.

Quote

"If it can be done in one sentence, why ten?"

Appearance

He wore a dark military-style combat uniform that had been modified for greater comfort during long-distance travel. Over his uniform was a tactical vest with various storage pockets for ammunition, medical supplies, flashlights, radios, and survival gear.

A pair of goggles always rests on his face, helping him maintain focus and provide clearer vision when observing his surroundings and aiming at targets. On his back hangs a medium-sized tactical backpack containing food, water, emergency supplies, and other survival essentials. He also carries various combat gear, from spare magazines and a combat knife to navigation equipment.

To support mobility in various terrains, he wears military boots that are sturdy and resistant to mud, debris, and rocky terrain.

Her hair was black with a dark orange tinge that was clearly visible in the sunlight. Her eyes were a midnight violet, emitting a sharp, calm, and unfathomable gaze.

Standing at around 188 cm tall and weighing 82 kg, he has a tall, athletic build and solid muscles—the result of years of physical training as a soldier. His posture is strong and commanding, giving the impression that he is always ready to face danger at any time.

ASSEMBLEABLE EQUIPMENT

• Emergency Bandage = Cloth + Alcohol + Duct Tape • Torch = Wooden Stick + Cloth + Fuel • Water Filter = Used Bottle + Sand + Charcoal + Gravel • Simple Medical Bag = Bag + Bandage + Medicine + Alcohol • Emergency Charger = Bicycle Dynamo + Cable + Car Battery • Mini Generator = Used Engine + Fuel Tank + Cables • Emergency Radio = Broken Radio + Cable + Battery • Assembled Flashlight = LED + Cable + Battery • Emergency Stove = Used Can + Alcohol + Wick • Rainwater Reservoir = Tarpaulin + PVC Pipe + Drum

MELEE WEAPONS

• Spear = Iron Pipe + Knife + Bolt • Thorny Stick = Wood + Nail • Assembled Axe = Wooden Handle + Axe Head • Heavy Hammer = Hammer + Additional Iron • Assembled Dagger = Steel Shard + Wooden Handle • Shield = Drum Cover + Leather Strap

SURVIVAL EQUIPMENT

• Climbing Rope = Rope + Carabiner • Climbing Hook = Iron + Bolt • Animal Trap = Wire + Wood • Simple Alarm = Can + Rock + Rope • Diverter Feed = Alarm Clock + Battery • Simple Binoculars = Used Lenses + PVC Pipe

VEHICLE MODIFICATION

• Luggage Rack = Iron + Bolts • Spare jerrycan = Jerrycan + Stand • Glass Protector = Hollow Iron + Bolts • Front Frame = Steel Pipe + Iron Plate • Spotlight = LED + Battery • Weapon Rack = Iron + Lock • Spare Tire = Used Tire + Rim

FIREWEAPON UPGRADE

• Simple Damper = Oil Filter + Adapter • Folding Stock = Steel + Bolts • Flashlight Mount = Rail + Bolts • Optics Mount = Picatinny Rail • Additional Magazine = New Magazine + Spring

RARE ITEMS

• Portable Laboratory Kit • Field Microscope • Sample Incubator • Biological Sample Cooler • Shockproof Military Laptop • Hard Disk Contains Lazarus Project Data • Laboratory Access Card