Cory

"*You wouldn't understand Nick. [...] Things are different now, the world has changed you guys were just holding me back all along but, now with the help of Red and his army I can meet my true potential you should have stayed at the CDC, Nick, I'm sorry.*"
—Cory explains his treachery to Nick for betraying his fellow group survivors to join Red's Army.

**Sergeant** **Cory** was a main character and later a antagonist in SGCBarbierian's The Crafting Dead Roleplay. Cory was one of the few survivors of the Military Base in D.C, along General Uni. He, along with Uni, decided to keep the judicial ways from before the apocalypse, imprisoning anyone who comes to the base and giving them a trial. After AK and Shark come to rescue Nick and Ghetto and let in a horde of zombies in the base, Nick went back to save Cory and Uni, they then join Nick's group.

However, things took a dark turn for Cory as he eventually became delusional with Nick's group believing they were holding him back preventing him from seeing his true potential, which led him to betray his fellow group members and joining Red's Army and becoming a general just like his former friend but a cannibal.

## Overview

Cory was a member of the Military and was therefore an excellent shooter. He also knew how to pilot an Apache helicopter. He was serious and also logical on his thinking, such as the fact that he convinces Uni to give Nick and Ghetto the chance to join the military. Despite this, he would develop an independent mindset and also would begin to resent Uni. For example, he would refute Uni on the idea of growing crops in winter and would also tell him to quiet down with the high rank attitude. As a result, Cory became angered by Uni ordering him around him. He would begin to believe Nick's Group was holding him back and so he switched sides and helped Red's Army in taking over the CDC and manipulating Ghetto. He became a General in the group and was emboldened in his new attitude. He helped kidnap Nick and Bobby and openly admitted that he was his own man and that he doesn't answer to his old Group. He would take his role to a whole new level by nearly shooting Sub and Bobby.

## Pre-Apocalypse

Not much is known about Cory prior to the outbreak except he eventually become a soldier in the US Military where he likely rose through the ranks and was under the command of General Uni at a Military Base around Washington DC. It is unknown if Cory was ever deployed into combat in Afghanistan or other warzones with active US involvement.

## Post-Apocalypse

Following the Zaxen Virus outbreak, the Military was deployed in an attempt to contain it, but these efforts failed and the Government in DC collapsed. Cory, Uni and many other inhabitants attempted to continue holding onto their base. However, many fellow soldiers became infected or went AWOL, leaving him and Uni as sole inhabitants of the base.

#### Season 6

##### "Taken Prisoner!"

In the episode ***"Taken Prisoner!"*** Cory and Uni caught Nick and Ghetto at an army truck. Cory tells them to turn around slowly. He warns them that he is watching them closely and that they shouldn't move. When Nick says everyone can have the supplies, Cory counters by asking if they really think all the supplies of the base were meant to be taken. He reminds them alongside Ini that the base is not abandoned and that they're here. When asked, he informs the two that the base and its items are all property of the US Military. As Uni begins looking at the truck the two had found, Cory orders Nick and Ghetto to not move. He then says they should have a look inside the truck and orders them to not move and is told by Uni to standfast. He also AK's the two to reveal what exactly will be found inside the truck. He also questions Nick about his group when explained about the reading for looting the supplies. Uni informs Cory of the large amount of supplies stolen which him to worry. As a result, Cory is ordered to cuff the two and does it without hesitation. He tells them not to resist. He doesn't believe Nick's story and says that many people like him have come through and always get punished. He doesn't believe the story about the White House and knocks Nick out.

Later on, Cory is seen at a desk close to the cell where Nick and Ghetto are being held. He appeareds to be reading something. Nick calls out to him, which slightly surprises Cory. He asks Nick what he wants. When asked, Cory says it is beyond his pay grade and that they should say what they want to the General, who eventually arrives. He greets Cory by his rank and orders him to come with him. Cory follows Uni to the cell, where the prisoners of how Cory had gone alongside Uni for a mission and they had coneback to find the base in a mess. Cory cuts off Nick who was explaining his side of the story. He informs Uni that Nick's story closely aligns with all the bandits that breach the base. He also doesn't believe Nick's story of the cure, but admits he hasn't heard an excuse like it before. He then leaves alongside Uni.

In the morning, Cory brings Nick and Ghetto MREs as breakfast. He is convinced by Ghetto to get him and himself peaches on the condition that the two don't tell the General. He drops the peaches and eats one can himself. He informs the two that all the peaches are gone now despite Nick not getting one. Nick asks Cory if the judge can be seen and so Cory accepts in the condition the two be handcuffed. He claims that Military protocol dictates that prisoners be in handcuffs. He orders the two to not complain and tells them to be in front of him as he doesn't want anything to happen. He also warns them that just because they had peaches does not mean there is trust. He ignores Nicks explanation again. He goes ahead to the judges table and is asked to say the couroom motion. He clears his threat and presents the judge who is revealed to be Uni. Cory us asked read charges and does so. He lists out theft, stolen military property, etc. Cory reminds the two that they looked through their belongings and no evidence was found. He says they found large amounts of food that was stolen from the base. He informs Uni he found many cans of peaches which he believes were also stolen. When Uni announces 6 months of solitary confinement as punishment, Cory intervenes and convinces Uni to go along with the alternate plan that was talked about. Nick asks why the are being enlisted in the Military and so Cory explains that the base has been understaffed due to many soldiers being AWOL or infected resulting in him and the General having to staff multiple ranks. He tells Nick and Ghetto they only have limited options, but allows them to talk to each other. Cory talks with Uni again and convinces him to give the two the night to decide their choice as he believes they will make the correct choice. Afterwards, Cory begins taking them back to their cell.

##### "Escape Plan"

In the episode ***"Escape Plan"*** Cory and Uni arrive at the cell. Cory gives getto a opened can of peaches while Uni is talking. When Uni informs them that will be janitors, Cory adds on by reminding Nick and Ghetto that they are recruits and that he had to do it as well. He claims they will be promoted once another set of recruits arrive which won't be in awhile. When Nick refuses the offer, Uni remarks that Cory will have to keep watching them. Uni leaves while Cory goes back to his desk so he can keep guard.

When an explosion happens and the base alarm goes off, Cory is spooked and rushes over to Nick and Ghetto. He orders them to not move and begins panicking. Uni arrives and Cory asks him if he heard about what happened. Uni sats they need to sort what's going, but Cory reminds him the prisoners need to be watched. Uni says they won't try anything and so Cory tells them to stay in there cells. Uni orders Cory to get a move on.

Inside the base, a large amounts of walkers gave broken though and are attempting to Cory and Uni. Cory fires numerous shots using his DMR but runs out of ammo. He questions what they should do now.

Eventually, Nick arrives and takes the walkers out. Cory tells the General to watch out. When Nick finishes the walkers, Cory questions how he escaped the cell. Nick reveals that explosion happened due his group which angers Cory who blames him for almost getting them killed. After Nick reveals information the cure and the rest of his group, Cory admits he was right on there being other members as he could have done the explosion. Uni says they will have to let Nick and his Groups slide and when Cory asks about the perimeter wall of the base, he is told that he will be the new recruit. Nick invites the two to come to the White House and after some talk, they decide to accept Nick's offer as Cory noted that they will die if they stay at the base. Cory dies asks if they will be led into a trap but is told that they won't t.

##### "Walkers!"

In the episode ***"Walkers!"*** Cory, Uni and Nick are going through the sewer with their weapons in hand. Cory recommends they be stealthy and quiet as there are a lot of walkers outside of the sewer and that they don't want to draw any attention. He tells Uni take an isolated walker as the others don't see him. He tells everyone to stay away from the main horde. After some walking he questions if they are even heading in the right direction and us told that the truck is somewhere outside of the fence. Cory is relieved when the truck is finally found. However, there is some tension and distrust and so Cory and Uni have a meeting while Nick's Group also talks amongst themselves. Nick informs Uni and Cory about the White House being overrun by walkers. Cory mentions how long it will take to drive towards DC due to the blockades on major roads. Nick and AK ask to use the Space Helicopters to get to DC on time. Cory questions Uni on whether or not they should trust the two with the Apaches and after some deliberation, a deal is made where Cory and Uni come along in a helicopter as well. Cory urges everyone to hurry up and goes off with Uni to get the helicopters ready for departure.

At the rooftop of the White House, Cory and Uni greet Nick and AK who finally land their helicopter. Cory mentions how he thought they may have not shown up. He informs them that were only a few walkers and that they were all taken care of. As they begin going towards the entrance, Cory tells everyone to be in alert. Inside the first hall, Cory encounters barricades and tells the others they cannot get through them. They decide to go through a room and Cory cautions them to be slow. Inside the room, he finds a magazine for his DMR and takes it. He also gives Nick an MP5K and two 35rnd Magazines as he wants to start keep using his DMR. When Uni shoots his magnum, Cory calls him a hypocrite as Uni had said to not use guns. When Uni begins rambling too much about having shit his Magnum, Cory tells him to let the issue go. He enters a hallway and finds doors that are open locked. He says they could break through, but abandons the idea as a set of stairs was found leading downstairs. He and the others find walkers downstairs and so they begin shooting. He tells them they've nearly cleared the walkers out. A few walkers arrive from side rooms and halls and so Cory melees one using a baseball bat. He and the others continue moving on and Cory tells them there are more walkers. He takes a walker out on Uni's order. There are more walkers spread out what cu causes Cory to remark the fact that they are everywhere. After some checks, the White House doors are revealed to have been unhinged. Cory questions why a person would have unhinged the doors. He asks Nick and AK if they it their group did it because he is very confused. When Nick mentions Ross being a potential culprit, Cory questions who Ross is. When Nick reveals who Ross is and that he created the walkers, Cory asks him if they are in contact with Ross. Nick tells them it is a compicated story and apologizes, promising to explain later if Cory and Uni help around with the defenses. Cory says he will begin working on the doors and tells them to be safe while they go off to find Jin.

After some time, Cory and Uni are shown to have been working on building defenses. Cory cautions Nick to watch where he's stepping as barbed wire has been set up. He says the new barricades will hold off the walkers for now. When Nick mentions how one of his group members named Jess is missing, Cory mentions that would explain the note Uni has found.

##### "Finding Jess"

In the episode ***"Finding Jess"*** Cory, after having listened to Ross's note about Jess being captured, remarks that Nick's doesn't stick together. AK says they need to prevent Ross from coming back into their base and so Cory recommends doing a sweep of the perimeter. Later on, Cory, Uni are left alongside Ghetto to keep guard of Jins Lab and the whole White House while Ross is hunted down.

##### "A True Hero"

In the episode ***"A True Hero"*** Cory, Uni and Ghetto are revealed to not be guarding the White House entrance. Inside, Cory and Uni are yelling in a muffled voice. Cory is located in closet and is surrounded by a walker. He asks Nick to take the walker out in a frightened voice. He is relieved when the ordeal is over. It is revealed that he and Uni were knocked out by Ross who snuck up behind them. Nick begins explaining about Ross's planned attack on the White House which worries Cory. Jin adds on by saying it may be an explosion. Cory recommends they get everyone outside immediately. He and Uni are told to get as far away as possible and to ensure the others do not enter the building.

Despite Nick's clear instructions, Cory and the others are revealed to have not exited the vicinity of the Whitehouse are under the outer roof cover right outside the doors. Nick questions them, but Cory tells him to get down and informs him about the fact that Ross is not allowing them to leave and is popping off shoots. He adds by saying he cannot aim at Ross as he has no idea where he is and he doesn't have a gun. Cory recommends staying in place but is told they can't as the bomb could blow up. Nick believes Ross wants to keep everyone in place for a reason and Cory agrees. He says that there needs to be another way out and asks about Nick's plan. When the plan is decided, Cory says he'll distract Ross alongside Uni and is told to make a run for safety as soon as Ross takes off his aim. He tells Nick and Ghetto good luck.

#### Season 7

##### "Winter Storm"

In the episode ***"Winter Storm"*** Cory and Uni return to the Washington Monument which is in the midst of a winter storm. Cory greets the rest of the group and says that they could not find any food on their supply run. He apologizes to Ghetto and informs him there were no peaches and when Ghetto is confused, says they may find some tomorrow. He mentiovs that there are none around the local area. When Ghetto says they could loot a market, Cory reminds him that they have looted them all and that he has eaten all peaches found within the area. Cory recommends they go hunting to find some food. When Uni interrupts by saying they should grow food, Cory repeats the main idea that was said but in a non confident voice. Cory questions Uni if he is really suggesting to grow potatoes in snow covered ground and tells Uni that he doesn't understand agriculture properly. As a result, Cory recommends going with the original idea of hunting and when Uni insists on farming, he tells him that he does not follow Unis orders anymore. When Uni tells Cory that he is his general, Cory angrily tells him to knock off the attitude and to look at their surroundings. He reminds Uni they need food for survival. When asked by Nick, Cory says he knows of a good hunting spot a few miles away but needs someone to come along. He accepts Nick coming along on the hunt and tells Uni he can try his luck in growing potatoes. He then leads Nick and Shark to the spot.

Cory is then seen slowly guiding the others through the woods where a snow storm is in progress. He tells everyone to be slow and to stay behind him. When asked about the tracks that they are following, Cory admits they maybe are of something that is long gone as walkers scare off living animals. Nick and Shark both say they need more food as they have an extreme low supply. These statements causes Cory question Nick on what plan B could be. When Nick doesn't have a complete and concrete answer, Cory tells him that he is only thinking short-term. When asked what he means, Cory tells him to look at their surroundings. He notes how the area is rural and everything has been cleared out since the outbreak and believes survivors most likely pick it clean. Additionally, he believes they cleared everything and then headed south afterwards. Cory finally comes to his main point and questions why they cannot head south as well. Cory understands that they had other priorities, but questions what's stopping them now from migrating south. Nick tells him they could starve on the road which causes Cory to mention that they can starve there or in their current location. He asks Nick if he wants to atleast try the option because he believes they may not just find anything and that the hunt is looking slim. He mentions all buildings were searched by him and Uni with each having been looted. He asks Nick to think his idea through as he believes Uni's chances of farming are not in good favor. As they continue along, Cory says he will shoot any boar or cow if it is in sight. He reminds them it has to be a one-shot kill as they don't want to waste ammo. He agrees with Nicks take on the Sporter 22 but remarks that it is a good hunting rifle. At a clearing further ahead, Cory takes a few steps back and tells the others to do it as well. He informs them if there being a lone walker. He asks if they should kill it, but is told they shouldn't due to ammunition. Cory then pulls out his axe and says he could use it but is warned that it could bring attention to them with Cory agreeing. He tells Nick and Shark that there most likely isn't anything to hunt and that they should head back to camp. He admits he will do another search of buildings but tells Nick that they should consider moving south. He and Shark go off on their search while Nick goes to the White House.

##### "Scouting Mission"

In the episode ***"Scouting Mission"*** Cory and Shark arrive back from their search. Cory asks Nick what he has been doing and is told everything is being packed for the journey south. He says they should only take essential items and also agrees with Shark about going on a scouting mission for the group. He says that they need to make sure the road south will be safe for travelling.

After departing camp, Cory, Nick and Shark are on the road with him remarking on the road continuing for awhile. He notes that the road will get worse most likely due to the next storm and that there will be more snow covering the ground. He recommends getting everything in order and leaving camp immediately for south. Eventually, a building is spotted and Cory guesses it to be a Gas Station. He agrees with Nick on being cautious as walkers may come and tells Nick to watch around carefully. He and Nick search around the chests, finding some supplies like rice and canned peaches. He is surpised when Shark mentions there being fresh fruits and takes some of it. He gets his gun out and checks the room behind the cashier counter where he finds and opens a double chest. Inside, there is a doctors mask and an M1911 with Magazines. He asks Shark if he wants the weapon as he has his own. In the backyard, Nick says that they they move on but Cory disagrees. He reminds Nick and Shark that the gas station is their first lucky place found on the road. He reveals a trail leading into the woods and recommends following it because of the fact that they found good supplies inside the gas station. He claims that they haven't found good supplies for a long time and that they do not know what is down the path. Nick agrees and so Cory begins leading the group.

Cory and the others continue down the now straight path. He goes far ahead and is told to not leave the group by Shark. He counters this by saying he was just scouting. When some gate is spotted, Cory confirms his theory of them finding something else. He looks through the chest of the gate, which has a sign reading Virginia Department of Corrections. He can't convinces Shark to come along to check the prison, promising they won't be in there for long and that they didn't walk down the path for no reason. He and the others approach the gate area with their guns. He goes ahead to scout it out and falls informs them that there isn't much to be seen. However, he notices chests through and believe there to be supplies that can be taken. He does question why nobody has come through the area yet. After breaking through the windows, he and the others begin looking through the administration building. When kennels are found with living dogs, Cory questions the fact that they are well fed. When dog food is found, Cory says he may eat it as a last resort. He locates a book detailing the dogs needs and reads out. Afterwards, Cory covers Nick and leads the group through doors leading to a hall where a cell block is located which he refers to as cells. He agrees with Nicks theory of no survivors staying at the Prison due to there being no supplies in each cell, but notes that everything seems suspicious. When he and the others go outside, they are confronted by a man wielding a gun. Cory aims and tells the man to lower his gun, but when gunshots are heard he looks around to try to locate the gunner. As a result, he and the others are forced to drop their guns and get against the wall. His arguments are refuted and Nick tells him to follow the man's orders to get in the cells.

##### "Old Friends"

In the episode ***"Old Friends"*** Cory discuss with the others their situation. He theorizes the prison survivors may have wanted their supplies and also may not let them go as their location could be compromised. He tells Shark to quiet down and agrees with Nicks plan as he doesn't want to stay imprisoned. He also adds on by saying they should escape immediately and that he isn't hungry due to stress. He notes that they did not take their food and only took weapons as they are being cautious as these people could be good. When an unnamed guard comes, Cory greets him but doesn't get an answer. When the guard asks who they are, Cory says he has the same question. When Nick is taken to meet someone, Cory tells him good luck and tells them to forget food and that Nick should be brought back safely.

Cory later on is seen tending to some injured survivors at the infirmary. He reveals toNick that his gun was given back and asks if Husky has told him more information. He tells Nick they need to help Huskys people's as it is their duty. He gives Nick his Sporter 22 back as well and agrees that the Prison is a good place to stay. He says he is willing to try to help and asks if the group will agree with the decision. He cautions Nick going alone back to the group and agrees eventually. Afterwards, he goes back to tending to the wounded.

##### "Security Breach"

In the episode **"Security Breach"** Cory and Husky are seen killing walkers at a section of the prison fencing. He informs that the walker onslaught is over for now. When Nick reveals he brought iron bars to fix the fences, Cory mentions the windows will need them too and so they should conserve. He recommends fixing the fence in shifts ang getting some people to guard while others work. He also recommends getting floodlights outside. He agrees with Huskys plan on having only a small work group and on Nick's idea of Cory taking a guard shift tomorrow to watch out for raiders. He and Shark then get work on the fence.

##### "Red's Back!"

In the episode ***"Red's Back!"*** Cory, Shark and Husky are working on the fence. Husky goes to talk with Nick and so Cory takes position. After hearing about the issues with the greenhouse and potential for parts to help fix it, Cory agrees to go on a supply run and heads with the others to prepare.

After some walking, Cory helps loot a neighborhood, killing many walkers. They find a garage with a firepower and parts needing to fix the greenhouse. Cory finds a record player and gets it to work. He watches as Shark carries the heaviest of the parts. Walkers begin to arrive and so he fires shots. He and the others decide to use a different path to get back at the Prison. After walking through the woods, Cory offers to give Shark, who is overwhelmed by the parts weights, some juice. When they arrive at the prison n, Cory noted there needing to be a lot of repairs for the fence. However, he and the others go past the gate, they are greeted by Red.

##### "Locked Up"

In the episode ***"Locked Up"*** Cory and Shark have been locked up by Red's Men in an unnamed cell block of the Prison. Shark tells him that he is unsure of how they will escape their cell.

##### "Fighting Back"

In the episode ***"Fighting Back"*** Cory and Shark are rescued by Nick and Husky. They are let out for of their cell and are given supplies. When asked, Cory reveals that it has only been him and Shark in the cell block due to everyone else being held captive in other locations. As Nick begins explaining the plan, alarms begin ringing. He and everyone get worried.

##### "No Man Left Behind"

In the episode ***"No Man Left Behind"*** Cory tells the others he will keep watch while the others think of a plan. He goes outside the door. After standing outside for sometime, he informs them that the coast is clear for now. When Nick suggests going through the windows, Cory agrees with Shark saying that they need another way to escape. When Husky begins to suggest an idea, Cory urges him to think quickly. He then begins following Husky. After reaching the Dog Kennels and searching through them, Cory informs of there being nothing. He questions Husky if he even knows the way. Husky tells him they need to get in kennel 3 so he pulls out a crowbar to pry it open. When a tunnel is revealed, Cory asks if is the right way to escape. He is convinced to come along down. Down in the tunnels, Cory notices that the sewer water is not wet. As everyone begins exploring, Cory notices the side tunnels being locked and agrees with Huskys on a keeping a lookout as Walkers could be around. Afterwards, Cory along with Nick and Shark begin going down a tunnel leading to holding cells. Cory takes point.

After some walking, Cory tells the others to be careful due to light and there being a corner. He finds a few walkers further down and attempts to get a side door opened, but it is locked. The walkers beging going towards the group so Cory and Nick shoot them down. Cory attempts the get another door open but also finds it locked. Furtuer down the tunnel, he founds another set of bars, so he and the others are forced to make a left. As they continue walking, Cory tells them to take things slowly. He takes out a walker with his gun. After reaching an intersection, Cory notes the side tunnels being barred. When Nick hesitates to go up a ladder, Cory convinces him otherwise, reminding they came a long way from their origin and that they should go. He agrees to take point. Upon reaching aboveground, Cory finds a cell with Uni in it who orders him to let him out. When Uni asks, Cory says they need to leave as Red's Men could come. He tells Uni, who is asking to go to the tunnels, that they had just come from there. He also says they need to find Ghetto and Jin as well. When Nick tells him and the others to leave while he continue the search, Cory tells him he shouldn't do it alone. Nick convinces him and so Cory says they'll meet him at some point.

##### "Power Plant"

In the episode ***"Power Plant"*** Cory and the others arrive at a secure cabin. He is astonished and ajs why it was never mentioned. Cory frowns when Shark claims the bed upstairs. He takes a serious when Ghetto, who is still imprisoned by Red, was not successfully freed. He says its not a time for jokes. When discussing a rescue plan, Cory says they need supplies to try again. When Nick claims he will go do the rescue alone, Cory and others warn him that he can't. He agrees with AK who says Nick cannot go while the group stays behind. Cory mentions Husky having schematics and weaponry for the rescue to happen and also volunteers to go due to him being skilled in shooting.

Eventually, Cory and the group decide to sabotage the Prison power plant. They takeout many walkers throughout the outskirts. Cory ptys some frncing open and after encountering more walkers and clearing them, they enter the main building. He and Shark clear out remaining walkers while Nick and AK check the generator out. He notes the generator being very complex after having cleared the walkers. After AK sets off an explosion that destroys the generator, Corry worriedly calls out to the others. He remarks the explosion may have caught some attention. He questions what they will do against the walkers as there isn't enough ammo. After grenades are found, Cory guesses the walkers will become rile up. The grenades kill large amount of walkers so Cory goes to check if the escape will be safe. After enough enough walkers are killed, he calls to the others. He cautions the others to be on lookout as walkers will be everywhere. He with the help of the group takes out many walkers and they manage to escape the power plant.

##### "Red's Men"

In the episode ***"Red's Men"*** Cory is with Nick and Shark at a campfire. He pulls out peaches and says not to tell Ghetto. He then proceeds to eat them. When AK arrives back from his scouting mission, Cory assures Nick he is ready to go. When the Prison is reached, an unnamed Cannibal is guarding a gate. Cory says he's out of range. When given a scoped gun, Cory convinces Nick to kill the Cannibal as the won't be able to get through otherwise. When he is taken out and searched, Cory tells Nick the body will be buried by snow. However, when Cory and the others are going alongside the fence and trees, a group of Cannibals around a campfire are seen. Cory asks how many jen are there but doesn't get a definitive answer. When the cannibals spot the group, a firefight begins. He tells the others to get down and also begins opening fire. He covers Nick while a grenade is thrown and is surprised by the Cannibals throwing in a smoke grenade. The firefight continues and Cory says he is taking a lot of gunfire. When a walker nearly jumps the group, Cory tells him that was a close call. Eventually, Nick heads off to get Ghetto while Cory and the others finish off the Cannibals.

#### Season 8

##### "Thinning the Horde"

In the episode ***"Thinning the Horde"*** Cory and Uni are seen searching through a convenience store. He greets Nick and AK and tells them some supplies were found that could be used. He says he hasn't looked through all chests and tells Nick to check it out. When Nick questions why he was brought here, Cory shows him a trail of a small group of survivors whom he believes to be Red's Men and conforms that they found it. He says it is Red due to the fact that the building was looted heavily. When peaches are revealed to have been found dropped, Cory confirms that they were right on the trail and confirms Ghetto most likely is with Red. He theorizes that Ghetto is alright due to the fact that he is being given food and is not dead yet.

While Nick is rushing back to the Cabin, Cory and the others tell him to slow down. AK explains they need to focus on Formula X and Cury agrees. He adds on by saying it could the solution to a cure and that Nick should think of the greater good that may cobe because of it. He warns that Red has a small army and that Ghetto is a prisoner, he must be kept alive for some reason. He urhes Nick to make the right decision and then heads to the cabin to sort supplies.

##### "Heading South"

In the episode ***"Heading South"*** Cory, Uni and AK are sorting the supplies of the cabin bunker. Cory says Husky wasn't kidding when he meant they could have as much as they needed and agrees they will be pretty well equipped. He estimates it will take an hour to pack and organize the supplies.

After departing for the south with Uni and Nick, Cory noted the temperature is feeling warmer. He takes out a walker with Nock. He responds to Uni's worry about the walkers y saying that the warm weather will bring more walker. Cory does admit that he's excited to get to the CDC and that he is enjoying the snow beginning to melt. They eventually encounter a river that is thawing. He quickly realizes that stepping on the ice is not a good idea. A bridge is spotted further up and Cjey immediately finds out that it is damaged. He questions if they should risk jumping and says he has had hypothermia before but doesn't want to get it again. When Nick mentions following the river, Cory claims they may get lost from the main road. When Uni suggests using a broken tree, Cory says it shouldn't be rotted and us assured it won't be. He agrees to guard while Nick and Uni repair the bridge.

As the repairs continue, Cory asks Uni of he is having trouble with a log and is orders to stay on guard. Walkers begin arriving and so Cory begins firing shots with a Sporter 22. His gun jams for a few seconds but is fixed eventually. He and Nick move up, continuously killing more walkers. Cory warns there are too many and tells Nick to get back. Despite the numerous amount of walkers, Cory managed to cross the bridge with Nick. He convinces the others to move on as the others will be able to handle the bridge and walkers.

After running for awhile, he and the others decide to walk at a steady pace with him on point. He spots something and calls out to his group and tells them of their being a campsite. He is hesitant to check it out and instead suggests scouting it as it could be a trap due to there being survivors like Red. He and the others begin checking it out. He finds supplies im some of the chests and lists them put. He finds a bloody hatchet as well. A survivor arrives and confronts them but the tensions are diffused when the campsite is the survivors. He assures him they have plenty of their own supplies and we're just checking it due to there belief in it being abandoned. When asked, he reveals his family used to be around the camp but they didn't make it which causes Cory to apologize. He cuts off Nick and tells the survivor that they're heading South for warm weather. He agrees with the survivor saying that there will be more walkers south. The survivor reveals himself as Bobby and begins leading the group in the right direction. Cory tells Nick to be watchful as Bobby could possibly be bad.

While the group walks through the woods, Cory confirms Nicks explanation of there not be any form of Military or Government left around DC. As they continue moving, Cory notices how many trees have come down. When Bobby teaches the group about the benefit of melee weapons and demonstrates, Cory congratulates him for his skill. He tells Bobby to continue leading the way.

##### "Bandit Raid!"

In the episode ***"Bandit Raid!"*** Cory, Nick and Uni continue following Bobby, who is shortening their journey time. Cory gives him a can of beans and then Bobby leaves to head to his camp. After a long trek, Cory says he likes the weather which has evidently become warmer due to little snow and more greenery. The stretch road is reached wirh Cory saying it extends for awhile. He appreciates Bobby for having helped guide them to it. They decide to search a few cars up ahead with Cory saying it is in the right direction. They begin searching while Cory scouts around the road where he founds a crowbar in a blue car. A red truck is located and Cory uses his crowbar to unlock the trailer. Inside, Cory hopes to find a new weapon. When the chests are opened, lots of fresh fruit and goods are located, but Cory finds a few guns and ammunition along with a hatchet stashed alongside the food. However, the exciting discovery is cut short when a group of survivors are approaching. Cory tells Uni to get down immediately. The door is shut, but the survivors realize people are inside and tell them to come out. As a result Cory guesses theygroup is not patient, but could just be people wanting supplies. The group is forced out and Uni orders Cory to ready his gun, but he hesitates when Ryguy threatens to shoot. Ryguy informs they won't be leaving and will be prisoners. He interrogates them and seeing that he's been convinced there is no else around, ordered for them to get at a clearing in the middle of the highway. When Cory questions why they are taking him and the ituets prisoner, but is told it isn't important. The next morning, Ryguy reveals he and his 2 men will be seloung them to cannibals which causes Cory to moan. As Nick argues with the leader, a the shot rings out, taking one of his men out which shocks Cory.who tells Nick and Uni to get down.

##### "Get Down!"

In the episode ***"Get Down!"*** Cory and the others are rescued by AK Shark who takeout Ryguys 2 men and then scare him away. He and the others then head off to avoid walkers. They reach a bridge where Cory agrees they are getting close to the city. When searching cars, a walker nearly attacks Nick which cayse Cory to voice the fact that they should be careful as there will be more walkers due them being closer to the city. The group continues moving and Cory enters a build first at Nick's request. He and the others clear walkers with Cory meleeing a few to save Nick. He finds a medpack in a room. When Uni accidentally sounds of a car alarm, Cory and the others rush to contain the walkers being attracted. He recommends they begin barricading immediately. He urhes everyone to hurry, including Uni. After climbing up the ladder of the elevator shaft, Cory struggles to pry a door open, forcing him and the group to head further up to the roof. While the group explores it, Cory brings news to Nick. When he is informed of there being no exit, he tells Nick that the walkers have overran the bookshelves. He saus that unless there is a way to escape down they are stuck. He asks if anyone has ideas. Things tahe a turn when a sound is heard.

##### "Major Gray!"

In the episode ***"Major Gray!"*** Cory and everyone are aiming their weapons at a helicopter that landed on the roofs helipad. When pilot is revealed to be Gray, the tensions are diffused. Nick introduces Cory and Uni and explains how they were found. Cory asks Gray where he's stationed and is td it is the CDC. He and everyone than enter the helicopter to head to the CDC. After arriving, Gray gives a tour of the base to the whole group and asks if there are weak spots in the perimeter. Later on, Cory and the rest of group are given sleeping quarters for rest.

##### "Formula X"

In the episode ***"Formula X"*** Cory is seen inside a room across from the CDC canteen. He appears to be looking for something and is surprised when Nick greets him. He tells him that he was grabbing supplies and asks about the cure progress. When Nick mentions Ghetto, Cory guesses that he's fine if alive and that they should stay positive. He then bids farewell, claiming that he's going on a supply run and refuses to allow Nick to come along. He claims Uni will be with him and that CDC could use the extra personnel. He asks Nick to relax around while he goes on the run.

##### "CDC Attack!"

In the episode ***"CDC Attack!"*** Cory arrives at the CDC cafeteria at the indirect request of Red where he is revealed to be working for him and has some information to tell Ghetto.

##### "Police Station"

In the episode ***"Police Station"*** Cory tells Ghetto that he's glad he made it alive as he wasn't so sure after the events at the Prison. When Ghetto questions Cory on him being with Red, Cory claims that Nick wouldn't allow the group to do a rescue mission for him. He adds on by saying that Nick threatened him if he went to search the Prison and that Nick isn't a good person. He also claims that Nick admitted to bombing of Jordan and it wasn't Red. He apologizes for Ghettos loss and claims he had to help Red take the CDC due to Nick not being a good person. Ghetto then departs and so Cory is congratulated for his efforts to manipulate Ghetto. Cory grudgingly shrugs it off and reminds Red about their agreement where he will become a General of the Cannibals. Red assures him but is told to fulfill the remainder of his duties. He assures Red and reminds to honor his side of the deal.

Later on in the CDC Canteen, Cory checks up on Ghetto to asks how he is. He agrees with Ghettos disappointment in Nick and says he wisjes it wouldn't have been true. He informs him that Professor X needs a blood sample and so Cory uses a blood bag to get it. He informs Ghetto its done and asks for him to take things easy. He then departs to give the professor the blood.

##### "GHETTO!"

In the episode ***"GHETTO!"*** Cory appears after Ghetto leaves to supposedly search for him. He asks Red if he's ready to leave and is told he is. Red asks if he got what was needed and confirms he did by pulling out a blood bag that he had extracted from Ghetto earlier. Red shows satisfaction with Corys work and orders him to move.

#### Season 9

##### "3 Days Later"

In the episode ***"3 Days Later"*** Cory is revealed to have retreated with Red and his men to the countryside. Red addresses his Army and gives a briefing on their progress. He then promotes Cory to the rank of General. Following this, Cory explains that it has been an honor to fight alongside them and that he has shown loyalty for the group. He adds on by saying he expects them to return the favor. He promises Red that he won't let him down and that he has been waiting for this opportunity for awhile.

#### Season 10

##### "Barney's Return"

In the episode ***"Barney's Return"*** Cory is standing behind Nick and Bobby, who are busy observing Red, who appears to be loitering around in an unnamed street of a rundown area of Atlanta. When Nick and Bobby turn around, Nick in a questionable manner calls out his name. Cory proceeds to knock Nick and Bobby out with a baseball bat.

##### "Taken Prisoner"

In the episode ***"Taken Prisoner"*** Cory is standing alongside Red on a rural road surrounded by trees. Red tells Nick and Bobby to wake up and get a move on. Afterwards, he begins walking alongside Red with atleast 5 Cannibals following up while ensuring Nick and Bobby don't escape. As they're walking, he orders Bobby to quit talking. When Nick claims he's not going to walk anymore, Cory turns around staring at him. Nick berates him for not looking straight at him and for working for Red. He boldly tells Nick he doesn't answer to him or anyone anymore and orders the group to get moving. When Nick demands to know where they are going, Cory gets angered but Red diffuses the tension.

After Nick has been thrown in a pen that is being patrolled around by many Cannibals, Cory arrives while Red is taunting Nick. He listens in and is asked by Nick if he has anything else to say. Cory doesn't respond to Nick's aggressive question and tolts his head. When Red gives his final words and leaves, Nick tells Cory that he cannot believe what he has done. Cory responds by saying that Nick wouldn't understand. He claims the world has changed and that the old group was holding him back, but Red's Army is helping him reach his objectives. He says that Nick should've stayed at the CDC and then leaves.

##### "Red Wedding"

In the episode ***"Red Wedding"*** Cory aims his gun at 2 survivors who are intruding around the church. He tells them not move and when the survivors are revealed to be Bobby and Sub, Cory recognizes who they are. He apologizes to Bobby and tells him he shouldn't have followed his group. When asked, Cory says Bobby wouldn't understand why he joined Red. He orders Bobby and Sub to drop their weapons. When they both hesitate, he orders them to drop them now. After they drop their weapons, he claims that he didn't want to have to hurt them. He then prepares his M4A1 and wishes Bobby goodbye. He is is prevented from executed the two by Max, who comes from behind him and chops him in the head. Cory drops dead as a result.

#### Season 11

##### "Breaking Out"

In the episode ***"Breaking Out"*** Corys being prepared for burial by Bobby. When Max questions why Cory was trying to kill him and Sub, Bobby admits Cory may have became confused but was still a good person. He adds by saying Cory deserves a burial despite what happened.

## Death

Killed by

* Max

As Cory prepares to kill Bobby and Sub, Max sneaks up behind Cory and chops him in the back of the head with his clever which instantly kills him.

## Killed Victims

This list shows the victims Cory has killed:

* Around 7 unnamed Prison cannibals *(Alongside AK and Shark)*
* A few Georgia survivors *(Possibly)*
* An unknown amount of Enemies of the State *(Pre-Apocalypse)*
* Numerous amounts of Zombies

## Appearances

### SGCBarbierian Series

#### Season 6

* "Taken Prisoner!"
* "Escape Plan"
* "Walkers!"
* "Finding Jess"
* "A True Hero"

#### Season 7

* "Winter Storm"
* "Scouting Mission"
* "Old Friends"
* "Security Breach"
* "Red's Back!"
* "Locked Up" *(No lines)*
* "Fighting Back"
* "No Man Left Behind"
* "Power Plant"
* "Red's Men"

#### Season 8

* "Thinning the Horde"
* "Heading South"
* "Bandit Raid!"
* "Get Down!"
* "Major Gray!"
* "Formula X"
* "CDC Attack!" *(No lines)*
* "Police Station"
* "GHETTO!"

#### Season 10

* "Barney's Return" *(No lines)*
* "Taken Prisoner"
* "Red Wedding"

## Trivia

* Cory is the only character in Nick's Group to become an antagonist in SGCBarbierian's Crafting Dead Roleplay.
	+ He is the only member of Nick's group to join Red's Army.
	+ Cory most likely began giving information to Red at the Prison.
* Cory is one of three members of Red's Army to be classified as a main character in the Crafting Dead Universe, the others being Red and Zak.
	+ Though not all three of them appear together in more than one roleplay, particularly *The Crafting Dead*.
* Cory, along with Nick, Ghetto, AK, Shark, and Bobby Smith are the only main characters in SGCBarbierian's Crafting Dead Roleplay to have appeared in every episode of at least one season.
* Cory is the third main character to die in the SGCBarbierian's The Crafting Dead Roleplay.
* Prior to Season 6, Cory's actor, NewScapePro contributed to SGCBarbierian's Crafting Dead Roleplay by making the machinimas for Seasons 3, 4, and 5, as well as the SkyDoesMinecraft Spin-Off.
* Many people believed Cory would have been a double agent or may have joined Red to kill him, however these theories were disproven.
* Cory's actor, NewScapePro also portrayed a CDC Cannibal in the episode ***"Police*** ***Station"***.
	+ In the episode ***"Barney's Return"***, NewScapePro portrayed a rooftop cannibal.
* In the Season 11 episode of ***"Isn't This* *Fun?"*** Uni reveals that he never hated Cory deep down and instead was very saddened of his death in spite of his betrayal.
* Cory made a brief non-speaking appearance in JonnyWD16's original Crafting Dead Roleplay which has since been discontinued and declared non-canon.
	+ Given his appearance in the series, it's possible that Cory may appear in *The Crafting Dead: New World Order*, although it is unconfirmed at this point.