Neoevolutis Outbreak

# The Neoevolutis Outbreak

Chronicle of the Neoevolutis Outbreak

**2035 -** The Beginning: A curious viral strain is identified by a team of scientists. Initially dismissed as a benign discovery, the virus is named Neoevolutis due to its unusual but non-threatening evolutionary traits. For a while, it remains a subject of academic interest.

**2035-2055 -** Beneath the Surface: As years progress, the Neoevolutis strain undergoes a series of mutations, each more complex than the last. Unbeknownst to many, it's silently evolving, gaining strength, and adapting. Limited research on the strain continues, mostly in isolation, and its true nature remains masked.

**2055 -** The Alarm Bells: Two decades post-discovery, a breakthrough analysis reveals the sinister potential of Neoevolutis. It's understood that under the right conditions, this virus could drastically alter human DNA, leading to uncontrollable mutations. Alarmed by the implications, a dedicated team of virologists and geneticists converge to study and contain it.

**2056 -** Laboratory Containment: Efforts intensify to understand and neutralize the Neoevolutis strain. The virus is subjected to a battery of tests, often on live specimens, to gauge its effects and find a potential cure or vaccine. Strict containment protocols are put in place.

**2057 -** Breach: Despite precautions, a containment breach occurs. Whether due to human error, a particularly aggressive mutation, or a combination of factors, the Neoevolutis virus escapes the controlled environment. Lab personnel begin to exhibit alarming symptoms: rapid mutations, aggressive behavior, and loss of cognitive functions.

## What is it?

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>  The Neoevolutis Outbreak eclipses previous global calamities in its scale and devastation. The clandestine experiments that sparked this cataclysm began within the walls of an enigmatic laboratory. Its precise whereabouts and the intentions behind its experiments have been shrouded in layers of intrigue, giving rise to a myriad of theories. Some believe the lab was part of a covert governmental initiative, aiming for a leap in human evolution, while others suspect corporate giants backing bio-engineering projects for potential super-soldier or workforce enhancements.
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**Origins**

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>  Research indicates that scientists were exploring the frontiers of human evolution and genetics in an attempt to improve or perhaps alter human capabilities. Their endeavors, whether intentional or accidental, led to the creation of the Neoevolutis Strain—a potent and aggressive virus that rapidly transforms human DNA.
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**Spread**

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>  The Neoevolutis Strain has a terrifyingly efficient transmission method. Once infected, individuals become highly aggressive, their physiological characteristics altered in profound ways. Their primary instinct is to bite, and through these bites, the virus is passed on. This behavior has drawn inevitable comparisons to classic zombie lore, although the Neoevolutis-infected are not undead but rather mutated living beings.
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**Impact**

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>  Large swaths of the global population were affected in mere months. The outbreak led to societal collapse in various regions, with governments and infrastructures struggling to respond. Cities turned into battlegrounds, with survivors not just fending off the Neoevolutis-infected but also competing against each other for dwindling resources.
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## The First Year

### January

#### **Early Reports**

* The first cases of unusual aggressive behavior surface in a small town near the undisclosed laboratory. Local health workers are puzzled by the symptoms which include heightened aggression and an insatiable urge to bite others.

#### **Initial Dismissal**

* World Health Organizations dismiss these as isolated incidents of rabies or a similar known ailment.

### February

#### **Spread and Panic**

* As infected individuals travel, outbreaks begin to appear in adjacent cities and towns. Panic ensues as the virus shows a rapid spread rate, and containment efforts prove fruitless.

#### **First Quarantine Zones**

* Major cities establish quarantine zones, but they are quickly overrun.

### March

#### **Global Emergency**

* By now, the Neoevolutis Strain has reached all continents. Airports shut down, but it's too late. Countries declare martial law in an attempt to control the chaos.

#### **Media Blackout**

* Many major news organizations go offline either due to attacks on infrastructure or deliberate shutdowns to prevent further panic.

### April

#### **Rapid Decline**

* The global population sees a drastic drop. Major cities are now wastelands, with skyscrapers serving as tombs. Rural areas fare slightly better but are not immune.

#### **Initial Survival Groups:**

* People begin to form survival groups, building makeshift fortresses and setting up trade routes.

### May

#### **Research and Hope**

* A few global research institutes band together, working tirelessly on a cure or vaccine. Their efforts are hindered by frequent attacks and dwindling resources.

#### **Migration Patterns**

* Those in heavily infected zones start migrating towards more remote areas, often resulting in clashes with local populations.

### June

#### **Seasons of Despair**

* Summer in the northern hemisphere brings new challenges. With the breakdown of infrastructure, there's a massive lack of resources, leading to widespread famine.

#### Southern Hemisphere Struggles

* Winter in the southern hemisphere isn't kind either. The cold brings additional challenges to those already struggling to find food and shelter.

### July

#### **New Societal Structures:**

* Tribes, factions, and new "nations" form. Some are led by benevolent leaders, while others fall under the rule of warlords.

#### **Major Cities Abandoned**

* Large urban centers are now considered death traps and are mostly abandoned.

### August

#### **Infected Evolution**

* Some infected begin to show new mutations, adapting to their environments and presenting even greater threats.

#### **Rise of the Raiders:**

* Bands of non-infected humans start raiding settlements for resources, sometimes proving to be a more significant threat than the infected.

### September

#### **Mountain Haven**

* Survivors start establishing communities in mountainous regions, taking advantage of the natural barriers against both infected and raiders.

#### **First Major Coalition**

* A coalition of survival groups forms, aiming to combine resources and knowledge.

### October

#### **Fractures and Alliances**

* Tensions rise between various survivor factions. Skirmishes occur over territory and resources.

#### **First Vaccine Trials**

* The research coalition announces the first vaccine trials, though results are limited.

### November

#### **Winter Onset**

* The northern hemisphere faces the chilling grasp of winter, making survival even harder. Many nomadic groups seek shelter, sometimes in already occupied territories.

**Failed Safe Zones:**

* Several "safe zones" established by governments and military factions are overrun, leading to massive casualties.

### December

#### **Reflection and Endurance**

* As the year draws to a close, the remaining human population reflects on the profound changes. Stories of lost loved ones, heroic deeds, and hopes for a cure become integral parts of the new human narrative.

#### **The Silent New Year**

* Celebrations are muted. The sky, once lit up with fireworks, now remains dark, a symbol of humanity's uncertain future.

By the end of the year, half of the human population has disappeared, and more than half of the population, present. **(AFTER 68 YEARS)**