"Hoard of Survivors" - Pt6

One of the scouts reports a "hoard" of survivors coming your way.  You notice that some in your group are showing signs of emoticon.  Some are glad to hear it, while others fear it.  You don't know what these people will do when they get close, or anything for that matter.  

You need to take action now.  Put Plan A out on the table and get it going.  

As this group gets closer, you can see military type vehicles, and lots of uniformed people.  As this group approaches your area, they notice you.  As they slow to a halt and stop in front of your place, a guy hops out of the lead truck.  Before you speak to anyone, you are informed by one of your group members that Plan A is ready.

You decided to meet with this groups leader at your front gate armed..

You know Plan A is ready, and while talking one of your guys pulls you to the side...

"They've gotten us blocked in on all sides..."

*(Anything can happen, what I write below here is just an example story line type deal, it may not happen..)*

Plan A is a failure, so you start Plan B.

You notice the other groups leader getting a little bit edgy while talking..  He is up to something.

He flat out tells you "either you join us and share what you have, or we take it."

You crack a smile and tell him its not worth his group getting killed over a small amount of food.  You let him know that you have eyes all over the area, and if you must fight, you will do so.

As the leader of this other group is informed that there are people in these other houses..  Plan B has been set into motion.  The pale color of this guys face says it all, as he and his group proceed to back off and leave.

Not Gone... Still There... - Pt7(Next)

Time to play it safe - Pt5

You've managed to get everything completed.  Heck you may have a few months of food and water  saved up now.  It's time to play it safe, and by that I mean take it easy, but not too easy.

1. Keep your group working on daily tasks, and let them know that even though you've not seen many people around, does not mean someone is not watching...

2. Daily or Bi-Daily drills.  Do these with your group so they know what to do if they ever need to make a run for it.

3.  Keep security tight.  Don't let it slack too much, keep them on alert.

4.  Scouting.  Now that it has become a bit "relaxed" you may want to consider this option.  However give them a time limit on how long they need to be gone.  A normal scouting missing may take up to 5 hours or maybe less, depending on how far you are going.  Give them an hour to get there, 3 to look around, and 1 to get back.

5.  Never let anyone get too relaxed.  You may spend weeks or months with nothing happening around you.  Then again, you may not.

"Hoard of Survivors" - Pt6 (Next)

12/21/12 - Still Here!

Nothing Happened...

"Tard" The Grumpy Cat has the right mind set.  :3

Weapons - Pt4

You've done it!  You have yourself a group of maybe 10 people (example).  Your only problem now is defending yourself from those who want to take what you have.  You are limited to knifes and 3 guns and have limited ammo.  Your fear of scouting further than your safe zone has come true, you need to find food and water, and more weapons and ammo.  You have some hard choices to make...

1. Take one gun and a small hand full of ammo.  This is your "last resort" for anyone.

2. Know your area!  

3.  Once you are near your goal area, try to be fast as you can.

4.  If you find what you need, grab as much as you can carry, and then get the hell outta there.

5.  While you are at it, try finding some first aid kits.

6. Get back to your safe zone!! 

Your almost home free, but what is this?!  5 to 6 people in front of your safe zone...

Time to play it safe - Pt5

Safe Zone Fortification - Pt 3

It's time to make your place safe, and you need to act quick.  If you have a plan, then move on it.  You need to make sure that you do everything you can to prevent anyone from entering your safe zone, unless you let them in.

1. Scout the area, maybe your near more houses and chances are, they maybe already abandoned.

2. Supplies - hammers, nails, screws, wood, chains, rope, and anything else that can be useful in your fortification process.

3. Secure all windows and doors

4. Evac plans (you never know, if your fortification fails, you need a one way out.)

5. Even if the 2nd floor looks safe, many will still attempt to access it, heavy objects and help block windows and doors.

6. Help people that you know. (If you know them from the area, let them know what you are doing, and that it will be much safer at your place and to bring supplies and food.)

You need to remember, don't force someone to join you.  If they feel safer where they are, then let them be, but no matter what, try to help them if they really need it.

Next up.  Weapons - Pt4

Escaping the City - Pt2

Your stuck in your office, before the power went out, an official source told everyone over the radio to evac the city.  It's been almost 2 weeks from that announcement and you really need to leave, simply put, you are almost out of water and food.

1. Find something to carry bottles of water and food (example a briefcase)

2. Find something you can defend yourself with (your in some kind of business, there has to be SOMETHING sharp around you)

3. Make your way to your car (just hope nobody has taken the gas yet!)

4. Get the hell outta there!

5. Don't stop for anything or anyone!  Just get to where you are going!

6. Once you reach the place you wanted to go, scout the area from inside your car.

7.  If you feel it is safe, then get your ass inside where ever it is you went.

Now that you've made it (I hope), its time to start making your place a safe zone. 
You are going to need supplies, but thats for the next post!

Escaping the City - Pt2 *Delayed*

Sorry everyone, Part 2 will be up soon.  I just wanted to post this so everyone would know.  I'm just a little be more busy than I though I would be, so keep an eye out for the next part!!

2. Escaping the City - Pt1

2. Escaping the City - Pt1

The apocalypse has happened, you are stuck in your work building on the 30th floor.. You've been here for almost 2 weeks and are running low on water and food.  Some of your co/workers have already left, but you decided it would be better to stay here for awhile...  Now that your water and food are almost gone, you have to choose what the next step is.  Should you stay and search the building for more food/water or should you make a mad dash for your home?

If you choose to make a mad dash for home, you need to plan for it.

Stay tuned for Part 2 Tomorrow!

1. Survival and Protection

Survival and Protection

For anyone, this should be the first thing that comes to you when/if the apocalypse happens.  You need to plan out what you need to do before hand, and make sure you stick to it.  

1. Gather all your food and store it in a safe place along with pans and items you can use to cook with.

2. Lock all doors and windows (if at all possible, block windows with tables or something else)

3. If you still have running water, start filling up sinks and your bathtub and other items that can carry it.

4. Arm yourself with what you have, guns, knifes, heavy pans ect..

5. Have an escape plan ready

6. Have a fall back escape plan if your main escape plan fails

7. Gas.  If you can store it, do it.

8. If friends join you, stock pile their food and water with yours, and their weapons and ammo and take charge over the group.

9. Don't Panic!

Food

The first thing on your list should be food.  Get everything that can be saved and used to a safe location and if you can, lock it up.  Don't forget your pans!!  If your going to survive, no matter how much food you have, you need to start conserving it from the start.

Locking Doors and Windows

The next thing is to make your place as safe as you can.  Locking windows and doors will help, and you may need to block some windows to make them safer.  

Water

We all know water will be a big factor if/when the apocalypse happens, so its your best bet to get your bottles, milk jugs, sinks and bathtubs filled if you still can.  If other items can hold water, use them too.  You can't live long without it, and we all know it.  If you have a water filter container, its your best bet to grab that and store it also, you will need it.

Arming Yourself

You are going to need weapons, in case something does happen.  Guns, knifes, heavy frying pans, saws, ect...  If its sharp, or has a point, consider it a weapon.  

Escape Plans

Don't ever think your plan can't fail, even once you have sat down and talked it over with your family or group.  Even the best plans have flaws, and may not work when the time comes to use them.  You need to have everything at a hands grab, ready to go if you need to run.  ALWAYS have a backup plan at the ready, if the main one fails.

Gas

If you can store it, do it.  This will keep you from having to walk, atleast for a little while.  This will become a rare item just like water and food.  If you choose to look for more once you are running low, do that at your own risk.

Friends and Family Joining You

If any friends or family join you, let them know that you are stock piling their food, water, weapons, ammo ect.. with yours.  You are also in charge of this group, and that you will see to it that the food and water is not wasted.

Don't Panic

The worst thing you can do is panic.  You need to start thinking and preping.  

Welcome to The Unofficial Apocalypse Guide!

Welcome!  I decided to call this "Unofficial" because its just that.  I wanted to share what I think is important for an apocalypse, if one were to ever happen.  Each blog post will be named with a part of the guide.  I hope you enjoy what I have to say!