Girl Next Door Calm
- Seems like another quiet day today...
- Who knows when the sky will clear up again...
The story the game tells in words outside its events: the radio schedule, the line for each day, the City Channel, and what housemates say to themselves. Every section is a spoiler and stays closed until you open it.
The radio schedule: each day lists its lines on four channels.
| Official | (Voice serious and exhausted) Repeat, this is not a drill. The entire city is under a state of emergency. All citizens are urged to immediately seek shelter in a safe location, lock all doors and windows, and do not go outside under any circumstances. |
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| Official | We understand your fear, but please maintain order. The military is working to control the situation. We will announce the locations of safe zones and supply distribution points as soon as possible. |
| Official | Public Service Announcement: It is recommended that each household stockpile at least three days' worth of drinking water and non-perishable food items for emergency situations. |
| Weather | Weather Brief: Partly cloudy turning overcast today, with scattered light rain in the evening, southeast wind at level 3, temperature 23 degrees. Rain may wash the streets, but please absolutely do not drink untreated water. |
| Survivors | (Signal unstable)...My God...they really are...biting everyone they see...I'm on the rooftop, and below is nothing but... |
| Survivors | Is anyone there? Can anyone hear me? Water! Secure your water first! Bottled water or...fill your bathtub! |
| Random | (Crying) Mom! Mom, wake up! Please... Stay back! AHHH— (Signal lost) |
| Random | ...No good, the signal is too weak... Dad, Mom, please stay safe in the suburbs... |
| Official | To all citizens: We have received numerous reports of power outages and water supply interruptions. Engineering personnel cannot operate in these dangerous conditions. Please understand and find ways to help yourselves. |
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| Weather | Weather forecast: The rain has stopped, but cloud cover remains thick with a temperature of 19 degrees. Cold and overcast conditions may persist for the next few days. Please take measures to stay warm. |
| Survivors | (lowering voice) ...Listen, if you have canned food but no can opener, grind it against concrete until it wears through... |
| Random | Help! Is there a doctor or nurse? My husband was cut by glass, the wound is deep and it's hot to the touch... |
| Official | We're trying to establish temporary shelters, but safety assessments are extremely difficult. Again, we strongly advise against attempting long-distance travel. Staying in familiar environments that are easier to defend is safer. |
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| Weather | Weather Report: Cloudy with north winds, feels chilly at around 17°C (63°F). If you must make a fire for warmth, please ensure proper ventilation and take fire safety precautions. |
| Survivors | ...Check your supplies daily and calculate how long they'll last. Panic is useless, planning is useful. |
| Random | ...I shouldn't have left them behind...but I was so scared at the time...(long silence and sobbing) |
| Official | Regarding international aid, we are actively coordinating efforts, but communication remains difficult, and the outside world is equally unclear about our specific situation. We must primarily rely on ourselves. |
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| Weather | Today's weather: Clouds gradually clearing, possible sunshine in the afternoon, temperature rising to 21°C. Good weather might slightly boost morale. |
| Survivors | Hey... hey! Has anyone tried making an alarm system with... empty bottles and string? I just tried it, and it works! |
| Random | (Light dog barking in the background)...Shh, don't bark...We'll be okay...Look, we still have plenty of dog food... |
| Official | We have noticed some survivors attempting to use fire or create loud noises to repel threats. This is extremely dangerous and may attract attention over a wider area. Please cease such activities immediately. |
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| Weather | Weather conditions: Clear skies, high visibility. This is advantageous for observing your surroundings, but also means you're more easily exposed. Use the light cautiously. |
| Survivors | ...If you have vitamin tablets, use them sparingly. Eating canned food for too long will cause sores to develop in your mouth... |
| Random | ...I can see lights in the building across from us! Candlelight! There are still people alive! (excitedly) |
| Official | A week has passed, and we know everyone is struggling. Please remember, you are not alone. Every life that perseveres is the hope for our city's future. |
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| Weather | Weekly Weather Outlook: Expect predominantly clear skies with gradually rising temperatures. Please take advantage of this opportunity for ventilation and airing out supplies. |
| Survivors | (Coughing)... Damn, caught a cold... No medicine, just have to tough it out... Everyone, please don't get caught in the rain... |
| Random | ...We blocked the stairwell with old furniture, now we use the fire escape to go up and down... We're safe for now. |
| Official | We urge survivors, if conditions allow, to signal using bright fabric at windows during specific daylight hours, helping us map approximate survivor locations. |
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| Weather | Weather Forecast: Continued sunny, temperature 25°C, light breeze. This pleasant weather might make everyone lower their guard, but please remember, danger still lurks everywhere. |
| Survivors | ...started growing bean sprouts, just using a plate...at least it's some fresh vegetables... |
| Random | (Heated argument) ...You're just being soft-hearted! Nobody can afford to care about others now! ...(Signal cut off) |
| Official | Regarding the origin and characteristics of the virus, our researchers are working around the clock to analyze it. We will inform everyone immediately of any new discoveries. |
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| Weather | Weather Report: There might be a brief thunderstorm this afternoon. Please make sure your windows are closed. The air will be much fresher after the rain. |
| Survivors | Radio... batteries... use them sparingly... just turn it on at fixed times each day... |
| Random | ...Happy birthday, my little angel... Mommy can only sing you a birthday song now... (Softly humming) |
| Official | It's been ten days. Thank you to every citizen who has persevered. Your resilience gives us the strength to continue fighting. Please be sure to take care of your mental health, and encourage one another with family and friends. |
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| Weather | Weather update: Conditions are stable with comfortable temperatures. However, according to reports, the odor problem is worsening in certain areas. It is recommended to cover your nose and mouth with a damp cloth to filter the air. |
| Survivors | Who... does anyone have spare sanitary pads or painkillers? I can trade canned food for them... (voice weak) |
| Random | ...We've decided to check out the building next door tomorrow. We can't just sit here and watch our supplies dwindle...Wish us luck. |
| Official | We have received reports about "immune individuals" or people with "special abilities." We hereby officially state that there is currently no scientific evidence supporting these claims. Please remain rational and avoid unnecessary risks. |
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| Weather | Weather forecast: A new round of rainfall is forming. Expect significant temperature drops and precipitation over the next two days. Please be prepared. |
| Survivors | (Excitedly) Hey! Rainwater! I filled buckets on the rooftop! Remember to boil it before drinking! |
| Random | ...They seem to be...less active at night? Not sure if it's just my imagination... |
| Official | For survivors attempting to establish small communities, we remind you that while unity and cooperation are essential, you must also implement strict safety protocols and admission screenings to ensure internal security. |
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| Weather | Emergency Weather Alert: Severe convective weather approaching with thunderstorms and strong winds. Please check the stability of your shelter and stay away from windows. |
| Survivors | Thunder... such loud thunder... (thunder sounds in background) They seem to be attracted to the thunder? |
| Random | (Sound of rain and wind)...It's leaking! Quick, grab a bucket to catch it!...Damn, the books are all wet... |
| Official | The rain may create additional survival challenges for everyone, but we've observed that rainfall seems to temporarily reduce their activity levels. Please take advantage of any favorable conditions. |
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| Weather | Weather Report: Heavy rain transitioning to light rain, temperature dropping significantly to 15°C. Feels cold - remember to wear extra layers to prevent catching a cold. |
| Survivors | Cold... it's too cold... I've put on all my clothes... if only I could have a hot bowl of soup... |
| Random | ...We managed to contact people in another building using the walkie-talkie! We agreed to take turns keeping watch at night... |
| Official | It's been two weeks. Compared to when we started, we've accumulated more survival experience. Sharing this knowledge, whether through radio or other means, might help more people. |
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| Weather | Weather conditions: Rain gradually stopping, turning overcast. Dampness and cold are currently your biggest enemies - do everything possible to stay dry. |
| Survivors | Has anyone... tried making traps with fishing line or kite string? To trip them up... |
| Random | (Weakly)...No food left...water's gone too...I don't think...I can hold on much longer... |
| Official | We've noticed that organized survivor groups have achieved some success in clearing small areas. This demonstrates the power of cooperation and planning. However, we still discourage large-scale, unprepared operations. |
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| Weather | Weather Forecast: Finally, the sun is out! Sunshine all around, with temperatures rising to 20 degrees. Enjoy this rare sunshine—it can dry your clothes and brighten your mood. |
| Survivors | Solar panels! Does anyone have solar panels? My cell phone is almost dead... it has photos of my family... |
| Random | ...I used a mirror on the rooftop to reflect sunlight and signal my friend across the way. He's still alive today! |
| Official | For long-term survival, we recommend that survivors with adequate resources consider growing fast-growing vegetables in completely secure indoor environments, such as bean sprouts or garlic shoots. |
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| Weather | Weather Brief: Continued fair weather with stable temperatures. Suitable for low-risk indoor ventilation and airing out items. |
| Survivors | I tore up an old T-shirt for bandages and boiled them in water... that... counts as sterilization, right? |
| Random | ...We found a pigeon nest... Sorry, little ones... We had no choice... for survival... |
| Official | We must be honest with you: large-scale, systematic rescue operations remain difficult to implement in the foreseeable future. The burden of survival currently falls primarily on the shoulders of each survivor. |
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| Weather | Weather conditions: Sunny, but air quality has deteriorated, possibly due to fires in the distance. It is recommended to reduce ventilation time. |
| Survivors | ...Reading books...yes, I'm reading a book I never had time for before...it feels like...time isn't passing so slowly anymore... |
| Random | (Nervously) ...A large group coming from the east...there are many of them...they're moving toward the city center...heads up! |
| Official | Reports indicate that infected entities in certain areas have shown subtle changes in behavioral patterns. We are analyzing these reports. Please remain vigilant, but avoid over-interpreting this information. |
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| Weather | Weather Forecast: Weather remains stable. However, such unusual calm often conceals unpredictable changes. Stay vigilant even in peaceful times. |
| Survivors | Made a homemade dumbbell using water jugs... Need to keep exercising, otherwise my body will fall apart... |
| Random | ...Let's give this channel a name, shall we? How about... "Frequency of Hope"? |
| Official | We encourage small communities to establish limited, secure communication and trade networks to exchange supplies for information or specific skills, which can effectively improve overall survival rates. |
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| Weather | Weather Brief: Increasing cloud cover, fog expected at Night. Heavy fog will severely affect visibility, please remain vigilant. |
| Survivors | Fog... such thick fog... can't see anything... this feeling is more terrifying than actually seeing them... |
| Random | (lowering voice, fearfully) ...I think I heard... movement next door... doesn't sound like them... could it be people? |
| Official | Twenty days now. We've lost so much, but we've also witnessed countless lives showing remarkable resilience. Remember, your very existence is the most powerful defiance against this disaster. |
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| Weather | Weather conditions: Heavy fog with extremely low visibility. This weather is not suitable for any outdoor activities. Please wait patiently for the fog to dissipate. |
| Survivors | ...tying a knife to a long stick...making a spear...at least...having some ability to fight back... |
| Random | ...We're playing cards, made from old newspapers... whoever loses has to tell a joke... (laughter) |
| Official | We cannot make promises about the future. But what we can be certain of is that as long as there's still one person fighting against fate, this city has not fallen. |
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| Weather | Weather Forecast: The fog will gradually dissipate around noon. The following days will return to clear and dry weather. |
| Survivors | Recording... I'm recording everything that happens each day... if... if someone finds this later... |
| Random | (Excitedly) We've cleared the stairwell! We can finally go down to the next floor safely! Two more rooms available! |
These radio lines have words, but no day in the schedule names them.
| Official | The northern suburban highway is currently experiencing heavy congestion. Please plan your travel accordingly and consider off-peak hours. |
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| Official | The 3rd... Celebration Event will begin the day after tomorrow... |
| Official | Attention citizens: Recent online rumors regarding an unknown virus have been investigated and found to be largely false. Please remain calm and obtain information only from official channels. |
| Weather | Weather forecast for the next 24 hours: Clear skies, south wind level 2-3, maximum temperature 28°C, minimum temperature 18°C, comfortable conditions. |
| Weather | Air quality index 340, severe pollution. Please reduce outdoor activities and wear a mask when going outside... |
| Survivors | (With static noise) ...Old Cat, Old Cat, this is Groundhog, please respond... Testing signal... Over. |
| Survivors | ...Mineral water bottles can be used for various purposes, such as making simple filters... |
| Survivors | ...The 3rd Wilderness Survival Training Camp is now open for registration at a discounted rate... Only 8 discounted spots remaining... |
| Random | ...Did you see the news yesterday? I'm feeling a bit uneasy about it. Maybe we should... make a trip to the supermarket this weekend? |
| Random | ...Mineral water bottles can be used for various purposes, such as making simple filters... |
| Random | ...Stock market showing slight fluctuations... expectations..., consider increasing positions when appropriate... |
| Official | This is an emergency broadcast. We are facing unprecedented challenges. Survivors, please keep hope alive. Rescue forces are mobilizing, but it will take time. Please conserve all resources. |
| Weather | Weather update: Light rain will continue until this afternoon, temperature 68°F (20°C). Humid conditions may accelerate food spoilage, please consume perishable food first. |
| Survivors | Use tape to seal windows in a cross pattern to prevent shattering... The sound, they're extremely sensitive to sound... |
| Random | ...We're in an apartment in the west district, there are two of us, we're running low on food... Is there anyone nearby who can help... |
| Official | We have received disturbing reports of conflicts between survivors fighting over resources. We strongly urge that, even in our darkest moments, we must uphold the basic principles of our humanity. |
| Weather | Weather briefing: Weather conditions are favorable. However, prolonged confinement may lead to psychological issues. Please make a conscious effort to maintain your mental well-being. |
| Survivors | I tried watering my dying pothos plant with the water from sprouting beans... It... It seems to have come back to life... |
| Random | ...Have we been forgotten by the world? ...Is anyone... still out there? ... |
| Official | Three weeks have passed, and the initial chaos has gradually been replaced by a new, cruel "normal." Adapt to it, but don't become numb—stay vigilant and hopeful. |
| Weather | Weather conditions: Business as usual. For most of us, "normal" has become the most luxurious word in our vocabulary. |
| Survivors | Today is my daughter's birthday... If she were still... she would be 8 years old now... (long silence) |
| Random | ...The radio says we should hold onto our moral principles...but...what about when you're starving to death?... |
| Official | We're testing a new method of communication relay. If successful, it might improve signal coverage in some areas. Please be patient and keep your radios on. |
| Weather | Weather Forecast: No significant changes. In this stagnant environment, any minor change is worth noting. |
| Survivors | I had a nightmare where all our supplies were gone... When I woke up and found they were still there, that feeling... was incredible. |
| Random | (Weak signal)...This is...North District Library...We...have books...for exchange... |
| Official | A month of survival experience has taught us that the most important resources aren't food and water, but a calm mind and unwavering determination. |
| Weather | Weather Report: Weather models indicate that a period of long-term stable weather is coming to an end, with changes expected early next week. |
| Survivors | I've started sharing my food with a rat... it comes every day... I guess it's... a roommate of sorts. |
| Random | ...We drew a map, marking several potential supply locations and danger zones nearby... |
| Official | We call on all survivors: if you have gained any unique insights about this disaster or survival skills, please try to share them through secure channels. Knowledge is power. |
| Weather | Weather conditions: Wind direction has shifted, bringing moist air from the ocean. This may indicate approaching rainfall. |
| Survivors | I tried making a simple hearing aid from radio parts... can hear sounds from further away... it's somewhat useful. |
| Random | ...I've started teaching the children how to read using old magazines... we can't... let civilization end with us... |
| Official | There are signs that the number of infected entities is naturally decreasing in certain areas, for unknown reasons. This might be a positive signal, but still requires extensive observation to confirm. |
| Weather | Weather forecast: Increasing cloud cover, turning overcast. It's time to prepare for possible bad weather. |
| Survivors | ...If...if we're destined to die here...at least...we tried our best to survive. |
| Random | (Excitedly) Green! I spotted a wild vegetable growing on its own in the flowerpot on my balcony! It's real! |
| Official | We are attempting to restore small-scale, localized power supply, possibly starting with some critical infrastructure. Please don't set your expectations too high for this; it's only an attempt. |
| Weather | Weather briefing: The calm before the storm. Atmospheric pressure has dropped significantly, and heavy rain seems inevitable. |
| Survivors | Get all your containers out... prepare to collect water... this rain looks heavy. |
| Random | ...We used mirrors and sunlight to spell out "SOS" on the rooftop...Hoping...someone will see it... |
| Official | It's been almost a month. Compared to when we started, we've lost a lot, but we've also learned more. The essence of survival is continuous learning and adaptation. |
| Weather | Weather update: Torrential downpour. Visibility almost zero. Now's the time to test how sturdy your shelter really is. |
| Survivors | The rain is too loud... Can't hear what's happening outside... It's making me uneasy... |
| Random | (Shouting over the downpour) The roof is leaking badly! We need tarps! Does anyone have extras?! |
| Official | Thirty days, a milestone. Thank you to everyone still listening. Your existence proves that the heart of this city is still beating. Please continue to persevere, for yourselves and for each other. |
| Weather | Final Weather Forecast: The heavy rain will weaken in the Evening. After the storm passes, the city will be washed clean. Tomorrow will be a new day. |
| Survivors | ...it's been a month. I'm still alive. So are you. That alone is a miracle. |
| Random | (The rain subsides, voice tired but determined) ...We'll see tomorrow's sun...I'm sure of it. |
The line the game writes for each day.
| Day 1 | The disaster has finally broken out. Exactly like my dream. |
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| Day 2 | I can hear growls and screams coming from outside... |
| Day 3 | Day 3. The streets are almost entirely filled with zombies. |
| Day 4 | Starting to miss getting hot pizza delivered to my door... |
| Day 5 | Day five. Still counting cans, twice a day. |
| Day 6 | It's only been a few days since the disaster began, but it feels like forever. |
| Day 7 | It's been a week, and there's nothing but static on the rescue channel. |
| Day 8 | Almost no trace of survivors on the roads anymore. |
| Day 9 | I wonder how that fast food joint I used to go to is doing now. |
| Day 10 | Day 10. First time I've ever felt bad about letting bread go stale. |
| Day 12 | It's been quiet outside for two days. While I have the chance, I'll patch up the cracks by the window again. |
| Day 19 | Rewrote the list. The previous version was written in a rush, with all the words crammed together. |
| Day 20 | Twenty days in, and my wall of canned food has shrunk noticeably. |
| Day 27 | Days have taken on a fixed routine: wake up, take inventory, repair, sleep. This isn't a bad thing. |
| Day 30 | It's my birthday... happy birthday to me, I guess. |
| Day 38 | The sun hasn't shown up for three days. The solar panels aren't generating any power. |
| Day 40 | Day 40. I've started talking to my potted plants. |
| Day 42 | Counted the inventory again. The numbers are smaller than last month, but larger than I thought. |
| Day 48 | The sounds at night are more frequent than usual. I should barricade the door early today. |
| Day 50 | Day 50. I've learned to cherish the sunlight. |
| Day 57 | The wind has changed direction. I'll need to add another layer tonight. |
| Day 60 | Two months in. My body still remembers the taste of hamburgers. |
| Day 64 | It's not over yet. But today they didn't ram the door again. |
| Day 70 | Day 70. I can't distinguish between day and night anymore. |
| Day 72 | The sounds in the distance haven't stopped for days. Something's gathering this way. |
| Day 80 | Day 80. Practicing my smile in the mirror. |
| Day 88 | It's been quiet for a long time now. So quiet it feels unsettling. |
| Day 90 | Three months. Am I ever going to be rescued? |
| Day 93 | Three items remain uncrossed on the list. All things I thought were unimportant back then. |
| Day 97 | Just a few more days until day one hundred. Can't believe I'm actually counting this. |
| Day 100 | Day 100. I'm still alive. |
Posts on the City Channel, in the order they arrive. Each one can come on any day in its range, at the hour shown.
| Day 1, 08:00 | Channel Build a place where we can share information with each other. Somewhere that still has internet access, where we can post everything we see and hear. What's dangerous, where supplies are, what's causing trouble. |
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| Day 1, 12:00 | Old Hand I live in the west district and have stockpiled some stuff at home. I'll share useful tips to help you avoid detours. |
| Day 1, 20:00 | Lurker I usually just watch. But I'll speak up if something really happens. |
| Day 2, 09:00 | East Side Scattered ones roaming the streets on the east side. Fewer during the day, more after dark. |
| Day 2, 19:00 | Old Hand They go by sound and sight. Kill the lights, seal every gap, no noise — you can mostly stay hidden. |
| Day 3, 10:00 | First Timer Is it safe to go out scavenging now, or should we wait? |
| Day 3, 14:00 | Skeptic Going out means dying. Anyone going out right now is out of their mind. |
| Day 4, 09:00 | West Side West side's quiet for now. Supermarkets got cleaned out a long time ago — don't waste the trip. |
| Day 4, 21:00 | South Edge Anyone got a way to purify water? My bottled stock is running out. |
| Day 5, 08:00 | Channel Channel alert: those things on the streets are getting denser. Try not to go out these next few days. |
| Day 5, 13:00 | Old Hand Reinforce your doors and windows before things go bad — seal every crack. Don't wait for them to come knocking. |
| Day 5, 19:00 | East Side Something's off about that hospital out past the edge of town. Gates chained shut, lights on behind them all night, and cars going in and out. |
| Day 5, 21:00 | Skeptic The hospital's locked and people are still going in and out? Whatever they're doing in there, it isn't meant to be seen. |
| Day 6, 09:00 | East Side Clearly more of them on East Street this morning, roaming in packs. Don't head east. |
| Day 6, 18:00 | Channel Channel's saying this is a door-breaking prelude. Lights out, dead silence tonight — no exceptions. |
| Day 7, 08:00 | North Wall Gate got slammed all night! A pack of them ramming, didn't scatter till dawn. Prop it shut with everything heavy! |
| Day 7, 12:00 | Lives Alone Confirmed. Same on my street. They go crazy for sound — absolutely do not make a sound. |
| Day 7, 18:00 | In Stock Security doors, reinforcement kits. In stock. Message me directly. |
| Day 7, 19:00 | Skeptic You're selling steel doors while they're already breaking doors down? Could anyone even fit one. |
| Day 8, 10:00 | Old Hand Looking back, everything we reinforced ahead of time held up. From now on, reinforce immediately at the first warning. |
| Day 8, 20:00 | South Edge Got through it. First time being alive felt this exhausting. |
| Day 9, 09:00 | West Side West side share: someone stocked up on solar chargers. Enough juice by day for basics. Worth grabbing. |
| Day 9, 14:00 | Asking Around How do you open a can without an opener? Waiting online. |
| Day 10, 10:00 | Old Hand Smash the rim with something hard, then pry it open. Careful not to cut yourself. Old-school, but works. |
| Day 10, 19:00 | No Name Rare day with no shrieks. The quiet is actually creepier. |
| Day 11, 09:00 | East Side Black smoke rising to the east. No idea if someone's burning something or if something went wrong. Go around. |
| Day 11, 20:00 | Knows a Bit Burning stuff? That's a signal. Some organization is rallying. I know how these things go. |
| Day 12, 08:00 | Channel Emergency alert: swarms of the undead moving from the outskirts into the city, heading toward West City. Reinforce, no noise! |
| Day 12, 15:00 | Old Hand The numbers are massive. Reinforce doors and windows to the limit. Don't gamble on luck. |
| Day 12, 18:00 | Insider The two weeks before it started — cars in and out of that hospital on the edge of town, all night. Lights on behind the wall until morning. Nobody thought twice about it. |
| Day 12, 20:00 | Knows a Bit What keeps a hospital busy at that hour. Overtime in the morgue? |
| Day 12, 22:00 | Channel Don't spread it. Right now people will believe anything. |
| Day 13, 09:00 | South Edge A wave just went through the south side. Brutal. Seal everything sealable. Not a hint of light or sound. |
| Day 13, 19:00 | Asking Around How many days does a wave usually last? Once we get through, are we safe? |
| Day 14, 08:00 | Can't Sleep It's all shrieks outside… will the door actually hold? |
| Day 14, 12:00 | Channel Zombie wave is in the city. Don't open your door. Don't make a sound. Don't light anything. Press every noise down to nothing. |
| Day 14, 15:00 | In Stock Silencers, reinforced steel plates, in stock. Once this wave passes, they'll be gone. Get them while you can. |
| Day 14, 18:00 | Whole Family Not gambling with my kid's life. I paid for the reinforcement. |
| Day 14, 21:00 | West Side West side held. Only because we sealed everything up early, killed the power and stayed dead quiet the whole time. |
| Day 15, 10:00 | North Wall Still ongoing. Don't ease up. The first two days are the worst. |
| Day 16, 09:00 | Channel Channel says the wave has receded. Some more districts went quiet after this one. |
| Day 16, 19:00 | Old Hand Note this: during a wave, stock two-to-three days of water and dry food. Never open the door mid-wave. |
| Day 17, 10:00 | Asking Around Can we head out to resupply after the wave passes? Or are they still around? |
| Day 17, 18:00 | Old Hand Wait at least a day. Confirm no sounds before heading out. Take back alleys, don't go solo. |
| Day 18, 09:00 | 30th Floor I'm on the thirtieth floor, I can see a long way. Lights at a few outposts to the east — no idea if friendly or hostile. Don't approach. |
| Day 18, 20:00 | No Name In this world, seeing a live person is scarier than seeing a zombie. |
| Day 19, 10:00 | West Side Sharing a scavenging spot: the old warehouse to the west hasn't been fully cleaned out. But there are wanderers on the road. Careful. |
| Day 19, 14:00 | Skeptic Sounds like a setup. Send you out to die, then count what you left behind. |
| Day 20, 09:00 | Old Hand Weather feels like it is turning cold. Stock up on fuel now, do not wait until you are freezing. |
| Day 20, 19:00 | South Edge Clearly colder this morning. Wind's picked up too. |
| Day 21, 08:00 | Channel Channel weather alert: hard cold snap in two days. Lows in the negative teens Celsius. Stock fuel for heat. |
| Day 21, 15:00 | Old Hand Heat only one room, seal every crack, burn slowly. Don't waste fuel heating the whole place. |
| Day 22, 10:00 | Asking Around No heat, no wood — what other emergency-heating tricks are there? |
| Day 22, 19:00 | Old Hand Layers with newspaper stuffed between them, candles to gather heat, curl up in the smallest space possible. |
| Day 23, 09:00 | West Side Insanely cold. Pipes burst, a few streets in the West District have no water. People are melting snow and boiling it. |
| Day 23, 18:00 | Knows a Bit The pipes burst? Must be because you didn't insulate them. Back in our day, we'd wrap them in three layers of old cotton coats—they'd never freeze all winter long. |
| Day 24, 10:00 | South Edge Someone living alone on the south side didn't make it through the cold… this snap is really killing. |
| Day 24, 20:00 | Lives Alone Wood's gone. Toughing it out on body heat. Please let dawn come fast. |
| Day 25, 09:00 | East Side Even the zombies thin out in this weather. The cold slows them down, so we get to breathe a little. |
| Day 25, 20:00 | South Edge Something's been going on in that hospital's back lot. You can see cages over the wall — a few of them. Can't make out what's in them. |
| Day 25, 22:00 | Looked It Up I tried to look up what that hospital actually did. Every page I can find comes up blank. |
| Day 26, 08:00 | Channel Channel says the cold snap passed. Warming up. Deaths and injuries from cold are no small number. |
| Day 26, 19:00 | Old Hand Learn this lesson: always stock twice as much Fuel as you think you need. |
| Day 27, 10:00 | Asking Around Back on my feet. What are prices like now, what will rice get me. |
| Day 27, 19:00 | Buying Rice is valuable—you can trade it for batteries and medicine. I'm buying rice here, and the price is negotiable. |
| Day 28, 08:00 | Channel Channel reminder: The next few days will bring continuous rain. Watch out for mold on stored food at home, and don't put food in damp areas. |
| Day 28, 18:00 | Old Hand Swollen bag, off smell, wrong color — toss it. Better a missed meal than gambling. |
| Day 29, 10:00 | No Name The cans I traded for earlier looked fine. Now I don't dare eat them. |
| Day 30, 09:00 | Asking Around Got hit. Ate a can I traded for, spent a day vomiting. How do you tell if something's contaminated? |
| Day 30, 13:00 | Old Hand Mild symptoms — drink lots of clean water to flush. Severe — induce vomiting fast. From now on, never eat anything from an unknown source. |
| Day 30, 18:00 | In Stock Food detection test strips—one test tells you if it's clean or not. Don't wait until you get sick to think about it. DM me. |
| Day 30, 19:00 | Skeptic The strip seller. What exactly can that thing detect. |
| Day 31, 10:00 | West Side This batch of bad food seems to have come from the north side. Be careful with anything from up there. |
| Day 32, 09:00 | Asking Around Any way to purify water besides boiling? Fuel's tight too. |
| Day 32, 20:00 | Old Hand Multiple layers of gauze filter, let it settle, sun-cure if you can. Emergency fix, holds up. |
| Day 33, 09:00 | Channel Channel says the contamination source is under control. From now on, be sharp when trading food. |
| Day 34, 08:00 | Channel Another wave. Scale is about the same as last time. Same rules — keep the noise down. |
| Day 34, 14:00 | Can't Sleep Only the second wave… is there an end to this? |
| Day 34, 19:00 | Old Hand Once you've been through one, you don't panic. Reinforce well, no light, no sound. Two to three days and it disperses. |
| Day 34, 20:00 | Old Doctor Forty years practicing medicine, and I'll just say this: pay attention to the people who got into trouble. See if they all have something in common. |
| Day 34, 21:00 | Knows a Bit Something like what? |
| Day 34, 22:00 | Old Doctor Work it out yourself. Saying more doesn't help anyone. |
| Day 35, 10:00 | North Wall Still ongoing. South side lost more this time than last. |
| Day 36, 09:00 | Channel It's over. After this one, more voices went silent on the channel. |
| Day 37, 10:00 | No Name Counted the regulars in the group. Really do seem fewer. |
| Day 38, 09:00 | West Side An outpost on the west side went dark last night. Someone went to look — door open, nobody there. |
| Day 38, 20:00 | Knows a Bit No one's here? Then they've moved. The door being open means they left calmly—if something bad had happened, the door wouldn't have been able to close. |
| Day 39, 10:00 | Asking Around Anyone know if there are still safe zones accepting people? Anything about evacuation? |
| Day 39, 19:00 | Skeptic Safe zones? Just rumors. Don't dream. |
| Day 40, 09:00 | East Side Quiet on the east side these two days. Restock and reinforce while you can. |
| Day 41, 10:00 | Old Hand Cooling off again. Cold snap might be coming back. Stock fuel early. |
| Day 42, 08:00 | Channel Broadcast says another cold wave is coming. This weather never ends. |
| Day 42, 18:00 | Asking Around Almost out of fuel. Anyone got spare? I'll trade whatever. |
| Day 43, 10:00 | West Side Fuel's got a price but no supply. My stock's almost gone too. Can't help. |
| Day 44, 09:00 | South Edge Colder than last time. This one's brutal. |
| Day 44, 19:00 | Old Hand Emergency: plastic bottles filled with hot water, stuffed in the covers. Gets you through one night. |
| Day 45, 10:00 | North Wall Someone else on the south side froze… two cold waves back-to-back. More and more can't hold on. |
| Day 46, 09:00 | East Side Supplies burned through on heating. Once it warms up, restock immediately. |
| Day 47, 09:00 | Channel It's over. Two cold waves back-to-back burned through supplies faster than expected. Everyone conserve. |
| Day 48, 08:00 | Channel Channel report: Eastern District reports large numbers of people collapsing with high fever. Suspected highly contagious disease spreading across three blocks. |
| Day 48, 10:00 | Old Hand Airborne transmission. Cover your mouth and nose and avoid contact with strangers. Stay away from crowds. |
| Day 48, 15:00 | East Side Something this big happened and the broadcast never once mentioned that hospital. |
| Day 48, 21:00 | Skeptic Of course they won't mention it. The more they avoid talking about it, the more it proves something's going on there. |
| Day 49, 10:00 | Asking Around Anyone with symptoms already — is there anything to do? No meds at home. |
| Day 50, 08:00 | Channel Eastern District and Southern District are inaccessible now. Don't go that way. |
| Day 50, 13:00 | South Edge It's starting to appear in the Western District too. Who knows how long until we have an outbreak here? |
| Day 50, 18:00 | In Stock Protection kit, mask and medicine set. I'm already selling at a loss at this price, no haggling. |
| Day 50, 19:00 | Asking Around Asked the price. One kit costs me half a month of food. Didn't buy. |
| Day 50, 21:00 | Old Hand Really works. Once you get high fever and spots, isolate yourself immediately. Tough it out for a week and you can get through it. |
| Day 51, 10:00 | East Side A whole street on the east side went silent… this thing is worse than the undead. |
| Day 52, 09:00 | North Wall That place up north where people could still live is gone too. Do not go. |
| Day 53, 10:00 | Asking Around How many days should you isolate? My family members made it through the high fever, but is it safe to make contact with them? |
| Day 54, 09:00 | Channel The broadcast says it's basically under control. The signal keeps cutting in and out. |
| Day 55, 10:00 | No Name Coming out of it. Stepped outside for air — lots of yards have never lit up again. |
| Day 56, 09:00 | West Side Don't throw away the disinfectant supplies you stockpiled back then. You'll need them again later. |
| Day 57, 10:00 | Old Hand Lesson learned: separate people at the first sign of trouble. That's better than anything else. Don't take chances. |
| Day 58, 08:00 | Channel Channel's calling another cold snap. It's only been a few days. Wave after wave. |
| Day 58, 19:00 | Lives Alone Fuel really at bottom. Not sure I can get through this one. |
| Day 59, 09:00 | Channel Brief warm-up. Use the window to restock. |
| Day 60, 09:00 | No Name Cold again. So much for it warming up. This weather makes no sense. |
| Day 61, 08:00 | Channel The cold wave has passed. Worse is yet to come—a massive zombie horde warning, bigger than any before. |
| Day 61, 18:00 | Old Hand Brace the door, retreat to the innermost room, absolutely no light, no sound. This is the big one. |
| Day 62, 09:00 | Can't Sleep The door is groaning. Can't hold much longer. Anyone got advice — say it fast. |
| Day 62, 14:00 | Skeptic With proper reinforcement they can't get in. Don't work yourselves up. |
| Day 62, 20:00 | South Edge The whole southern stretch is gone... anyone who can still run, run north. |
| Day 62, 21:00 | North Wall Stop waiting on a rescue. The whole city looks like this — nobody's coming for anybody. Save yourselves. |
| Day 62, 22:00 | Lives Alone Save yourselves… easy to say. |
| Day 63, 10:00 | East Side Day two. Outside is still a solid black tide. Don't dare breathe. |
| Day 65, 10:00 | No Name Where's the one who kept talking tough? He was still posting yesterday. Why the silence now. |
| Day 66, 09:00 | Channel Subsided. After this wave, silent districts on the channel — the most since the disaster started. |
| Day 67, 10:00 | Old Hand Anyone still around, drop a report — anything. This group can't just go silent like this. |
| Day 68, 10:00 | East Side East side barely held. Supplies won't last much longer. |
| Day 70, 09:00 | Asking Around Is there really still rescue coming? Or do we just get worn down wave by wave? |
| Day 71, 10:00 | Channel There's activity on the channel. Seems like someone is organizing an evacuation out of the city, signals are making contact. |
| Day 72, 08:00 | Channel Channel warning: armed gangs raiding survivor outposts. People are worse than the undead now — watch out. |
| Day 72, 19:00 | Ex-Army Don't light the place up like you've got supplies. Play empty, dead silent. That's the key to hiding from people. |
| Day 73, 10:00 | West Side A holdout in the West District was cleaned out, and they torched it afterward. These people are colder than the horde. |
| Day 74, 09:00 | East Side A group is smashing the yard across the street. It's people, not zombies! Broad daylight! |
| Day 74, 13:00 | Ex-Army If raiders come, do not fight over it. People matter more than things. Hide if you can. |
| Day 74, 18:00 | Can't Sleep Hiding in the storage room, no sound, listening to them tear the place apart… please don't come in. |
| Day 74, 21:00 | Lives Alone Heads up: that group headed west. West side, watch out. |
| Day 75, 09:00 | Channel The siege has lifted, but the largest zombie wave is pressing forward while those raiders launch their assault in the chaos. This is the hardest part. |
| Day 75, 20:00 | Lives Alone Our side might not hold. All these days of intel — thank you. |
| Day 75, 21:00 | Insider Been putting the pieces together these past weeks, and it sits worse the longer I think. A perfectly good hospital, hauling things in load after load in the middle of the night. For what. |
| Day 75, 22:00 | Knows a Bit What's the use of thinking about it now. |
| Day 75, 23:00 | Insider No use. I just don't want to go without knowing. |
| Day 77, 10:00 | No Name How many are still here? Fewer posts by the day. |
| Day 80, 10:00 | East Side East side still here. But the lights around us are going out, one by one. |
| Day 83, 10:00 | Old Hand Hold on. Hold on. Word is the signal really did get out. |
| Day 85, 09:00 | Channel Got through it. But districts still able to respond on this channel — down to just a few. |
| Day 87, 09:00 | Channel Channel's saying someone sent the rescue signal out. The evac team is organizing. |
| Day 88, 10:00 | No Name Did someone really make it out? Or is this another false report... will I still be here to find out. |
| Day 88, 21:00 | South Edge Sky was lit up out past the edge of town last night. Burned most of the night. Looked like it came from the hospital. |
| Day 88, 22:00 | East Side If that hospital's really gone, then whatever happened inside it — now there's nobody left who can say. |
| Day 90, 10:00 | Asking Around Where's the pickup point? How do you get there? Anyone with confirmed info? |
| Day 92, 10:00 | East Side Rally point in the north of the city. Word is rescue vehicles have come in. It's real. |
| Day 95, 08:00 | Channel Last zombie wave. Tail end. Hold on a few more days — really, just a few. |
| Day 95, 19:00 | Old Hand These last few days are when things go wrong. Don't ease up. |
| Day 98, 09:00 | Channel Channel says… rescue really is in the city. We made it. |
| Day 100, 09:00 | Channel Those still here, sound off. I'll go first—one. |
| Day 100, 19:00 | Old Hand Two. |
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