Visualizing the Location and Timeline of WWZ
A detailed map and timeline of events in WWZ
Greater Chongqing, China
Patient Zero, or the first recorded case of the zombie virus was located in this region, also referred to as "New Dachang" in the novel.
Tel Aviv, Israel
Based on intelligence reports about the zombie virus outbreak, Jurgen Warmbrunn, Paul Knight, and others wrote the "Warmbrunn-Knight" report, a threat assessment of the potential dangers of the zombie virus outbreak.
Kyrgyzstan
In Kyrgyzstan, Canadian soldiers encountered zombies but were told by their superiors that they were simply having PTSD, instilling denial. This denial caused a lack of action by both Canadian and Kyrgyzstani governments.
Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town is one of many locations where the zombie outbreak is becoming catastrophic. There is a zombie attack outside of a hospital, which instills significant panic. This attack also shifts the global perception of the zombie crisis from one isolated incident to a global threat.
San Antonio, Texas
A critical report on the zombie threat was uncovered but never acted upon, exemplifying government negligence.
Early Warnings
First recorded cases
Global Spread
Cases are found around the world, and international spreads are beginning to be analyzed.
Government Inaction
Governments attempt to cover-up the outbreak by instilling denial
Crisis Deepens
Many places experience large attacks that are difficult to control, increasing fear.
Blame Game
Discoveries of many places in which zombie outbreaks were ignored, inspiring questions about who was to blame for the outbreak.