Below is a list of known zombie variants based on which organ system the virus colonizes before death. Each one reflects the slow, organ‑specific decay the infected experienced in life.
(Organ Targeted) - Zombie Sub‑Type - Behaviour / Traits
(Brain) - Mindless Walker - Classic shambling zombie; diminished cognition; driven by instinct.
(Stomach) - Bloater - Distended abdomen; unstable internal pressure; bursts when damaged.
(Lungs) - Wheezers - Laboured, rattling breaths; short bursts of speed; exhale infectious spores or dust.
(Liver) - Sallow Rotters - Yellowed skin; sluggish but extremely resilient; toxins seep from wounds.
(Kidneys) - Brine walkers - Swollen with retained fluids; leave slick trails; can grapple with surprising strength.
(Eyes / Optic Nerves) - Glimmerheads - Overdeveloped hearing; track survivors by sound; reflective, glassy eyes.
(Thyroid / Endocrine System) - Frenzied - Hormonal imbalance leads to manic, relentless pursuit.
(Blood / Circulatory System) - Red Veils - Veins darkened and prominent; move with unnatural fluidity; difficult to predict.