Post by Admin on Jan 29, 2010 15:05:24 GMT -5
The Infected and the Rage Virus
What are the infected?
The infected are humans that have been 'infected' by the rage virus. At some point they were exposed to this virus and within a few seconds of exposure turned into one of these creatures.
What are they capable of?
The Infected are like animals. They will use any method necessary to kill you. They aren't invincible though. If you shoot them repeatedly they will die. The infected run, climb, and organize in groups.
They are a force to be dealt with, but one must remember that these individuals aren't really 'human' anymore. They can think, but their minds are so fogged by rage that common sense isn't their first priority. Hence, they will run toward someone shooting at them.
It doesn't take much to provoke them, so leading them into traps is relatively easy.
How did the Rage Virus begin to spread?
The Rage virus was created by a group of scientist in the UK. They were experimenting with it, infecting monkeys with the virus in an attempt to understand it. A Peta groups decided to rescue these monkeys and in doing so were infected as well. They attacked everyone around them and as quickly as fire, the infection began to spread through the UK, Europe and finally to America.
How does the Rage Virus work?
Not much is known about this virus, but we do know is that anyone infected will be filled with insurmountable rage.
The virus is transmitted by fluids. That includes urine, saliva and blood etc. If you are bitten by an infected person you will get infected. If an infected person's blood enters your body in any way you will be infected. It takes only a drop.
How will you know if you've been infected?
Symptoms show within seconds. Your muscles will spasm, you'll start to cough/vomit up blood and the sclera of your eyes will turn blood red. Everything that makes you human will be lost. Your instinct to kill and transmit the virus will be your only basic function.
How long will it take before symptoms begin?
Symptoms occur in less than 30 seconds.
Are there people who are immune to the virus?
Yes, there are dozen or so people who are immune to the virus. If they are bitten they become host. They can still transmit the virus to other humans, but they will not 'turn'. I.e. They will remain sane.
Can I make a character that is immune?
At this time all immune characters will need to be approved personally by the admin. If you are interested in making an immune character PM the admin account.