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LCX-VII

## **LCX-VII: Patch or Pass**

**LCX-VII**, also known as **Patch or Pass**, is the seventh extra level of Lost City in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Crazy Dave: These traps are behind the flower line, zombies can't trigger them that way!

Penny: Seems like we would have to ignore them.

Penny: Or...

Crazy Dave: Or...?

Penny: We purposefully plant on them to trigger and defeat zombies that way.

Crazy Dave: Sounds brutal.

Penny: But it is an option, user Dave.

Crazy Dave: Well, I'm sure our plants wouldn't mind! They'd do anything to get rid of those pesky zombies!

## Tips

* The placement of the line of flowers adjacent to the Flame Traps presents an interesting strategic possibility in this level. You can choose to defend the flowers at all costs by using defensive plants like Endurian to block the zombies' path, or you can activate the Flame Traps to defeat the zombies that threaten the flowers. The Flame Traps are particularly effective against large amounts of Adventurer Zombies and Conehead Adventurer Zombies, as they can vanquish them all with just one burst of flames.
* Whichever approach you choose, keep an eye out for other types of zombies that may pose a threat. Bug Zombies may fly past the flowers and cause havoc to your plants, Excavator Zombies may try to shovel their way past your plants, and Turquoise Skull Zombies can quickly destroy plants in the front lines. Shield Zombies can also be challenging to deal with, and may require you to either activate the Flame Traps more frequently or use piercing plants like Laser Bean, both of which are effective in this situation. However, if you do choose to activate the Flame Traps, be cautious about placing plants in close proximity to them, as they can inadvertently trigger the traps and damage your own defenses.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

3 slot by Kiro Washiri (accidentally planted 2 gold leafs)
* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
Invisi-ghoul

**Invisi-ghoul** is the minigame exclusive to Lost City in *Alternate Univerz*. The zombies in this minigame are invisible, and will not reveal themselves unless affected by visual effects such as Stallia's perfume, or carrying Plant Food. Items or arms dropped by zombies can also reveal themselves. Plants can detect the invisible zombies, so there is no need to worry about them ignoring the zombies. Therefore, this minigame is a test on the player's judging and managing skills.

## All Invisi-ghoul levels

* Adventure
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* Others
Invaded FF-VII

## **Invaded FF-VII: The Pushover**

**Invaded FF-VII**, also known as **The Pushover**, is the invaded version of FF-VII, and the first level of Invaded Far Future in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

N/A

* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
FC-II

## **FC-II: Cold Blooded**

**FC-II**, also known as **Cold Blooded**, is the second level of Frostbite Caves in *Alternate UniverZ*. It acts as an introduction to the Hunter Zombie. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Tips

* The Hunter Zombies throw snowballs at your frontmost plants, slowly enfolding them in frozen blocks. With the support of chilling winds and protection by Blockhead Zombies, they can be a real menace. Fortunately, they can only freeze your frontmost plant, so they probably whouldn't leave you with too many frozen blocks to handle.
* Hot Potato is a superb choice against them, as well as the chilling winds in general, as she is able to melt many frozen blocks at once. Though, do note that she has a high price for what she does, so be sure to save up sun in order to stock up against the harsh cold.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

By SmileFTWBy Kiko* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
Invaded LCX-I

## **Invaded LCX-I: Encore Expedition**

**Invaded LCX-I**, also known as **Encore Expedition**, is the invaded version of LCX-I, and the second level of Invaded Lost City in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

N/A

* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
HC-VII

> *"Can you protect several Endurians from the neverending hunger of Overstuffed Zombies?"*
> ― Travel Log description
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## Rewards

### Replaying

Same as before

**HC-VII**, also known as **Snacking Routine**, is the second level of the Cheerful Return quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

**Note:** ' pushes 2x

## Gallery

By SmileFTW* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
HC-VIII

> *"Discover the power of our festive newcomer when multiple get powered up!"*
> ― Travel Log description
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## **HC-VIII: Food Feud**

**HC-VIII**, also known as **Food Feud**, is the third level of the Cheerful Return quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Crazy Dave: Penny, what's cookin'?

Penny: Presumably, brains.

Penny: I don't think zombies are capable of cooking.

Crazy Dave: Can't say they haven't tried!

Crazy Dave: On the other side, these little hollies are trying to start a snowball fight!

Crazy Dave: They got it wrong though, you're supposed to throw horizontally, not vertically!

Penny: What about the fact that they are literally throwing themselves?

Crazy Dave: Nah, that's just part of the fun!

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

**Note:**    spawns randomly.

## Gallery

By SmileFTW* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
FCX-IV

## **FCX-IV: Icy Sacrifice**

**FCX-IV**, also known as **Icy Sacrifice**, is the fourth extra level of Frostbite Caves in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

By SmileFTW3 slot run by Kiro WashiriFCX-IV No Plant Loss PF-less - PvZ 2- Alternate UniverZ (AltverZ) 1.4.0.2
* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
HS-VI

> *"Something's ruining the holiday mood, will that be for a good cause?"*
> ― Travel Log description
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## **HS-VI: Filtration System**

**HS-VI**, also known as **Filtration System**, is the sixth level of the Heroic Showdown quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. It acts as an introduction to the Neptuna Sewers. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Crazy Dave: Finally, the metal geysers! Couldn't wait to see them!

Penny: They are called sewers, User Dave. Seems like they were constructed from the remains of this Zombot on the lawn.

Penny: The liquid inside is gathered from the core of the Earth, a seemingly infinite source.

Penny: When in contact with special holiday zombies, the liquid will wear off their "holiday spirit".

Penny: In effect turning them into their regular counterparts, or anything else close to their core ability.

Penny: Holiday zombies which aren't too special won't be affected, however.

Crazy Dave: Is Nightcap a holiday zombie?

Penny: No.

Crazy Dave: Oh good! I don't want Nightcap or any other hero to lose their uniqueness!

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

N/A

* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
GGR-I

> *"Festive zombies found lots of gold nearby your house. Also Sling Pea. Fight them off and claim the riches for yourself!"*
> ― Travel Log description
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## Rewards

### Replaying

Same as before

**GGR-I**, also known as **Conflicting Culture**, is the first level of the Green Gold Rush quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. It acts as an introduction to the Leprechauns ambush. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Penny: So it continues...

Crazy Dave: What do you mean, Penny? The holiday's just started!

Penny: I meant the merging of the holiday timelines.

Crazy Dave: Ah, the timely-schmimey thingy again.

Crazy Dave: Come on Penny, who cares if they're gonna collapse and torn into pieces?

Penny: Maybe letting Dr. Zomboss win so that you'd stop might be a good idea here...

Crazy Dave: Say wha?

Penny: Oh... um, it's very greeny this holiday, yeah.

Crazy Dave: I'm glad you noticed that, Penny! Take a deep breath because luck is in the air!

Penny: First, I cannot find any traces of unknown substance "luck" in the air molecules around us.

Penny: And second, I don't breathe.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

**Note:**  spawned randomly.

## Gallery

Possy by SeemslegithuhBy SmileFTW
* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
Grave Buster

*Grave Busters consume graves they're planted on.*

**He may appear spiky or ill-tempered, but Grave Buster just wants to give you a big hug. Unless you're a puppy. He's terrified of those.**

**Grave Buster** is the third plant available in Ancient Egypt in *Alternate Univerz.* He is an instant-use plant whose only use is to destroy tombstones, freeing up space for planting and allowing a pathway for straight shooting plants, as well as potentially preventing ambush zombies from spawning from them.

Grave Buster is unlocked after beating AE-V.

## Almanac entry

**Grave Buster**

SUN COST: 25

RECHARGE: 15

TOUGHNESS: 300

Grave Busters consume graves they're planted on.
Usage: single use, must be planted on graves
Special: removes graves

He may appear spiky or ill-tempered, but Grave Buster just wants to give you a big hug. Unless you're a puppy. He's terrified of those.

## Costumes

* Current
* Pre 1.5

## Strategies

Grave Buster finds his main use in worlds with tombstones like Ancient Egypt, Dark Ages, Summer Splashdown and Lawn of Doom as a tool for destroying them, preventing them from blocking straight shots, and summoning zombies through ambushes. However, as other plants can destroy tombstones, the player can instead utilize area-of-effect plants instead of Grave Buster to quickly destroy multiple graves. Still, Grave Buster remains as a specialized option to clear the field of obstructions. Grave Buster can also clear small Replicating Graves made by small Replicator Reanimators, as well as reinforced tombstones made by Birthday Delivery Rollers.

Grave Buster is best used at the start of the level when there are barely any plants or zombies on screen, so that the Grave Buster will have almost no opposition when freeing up space. While he generally best to destroy the tombstones closest to the house, making way for sun producing or offensive plants, clearing graves closer to the zombies to make room for offensive plants like Cherry Bomb and Spikerock is another viable option.

Though Grave Buster is great at destroying graves for space as stated before, his 25 sun cost may take away the value in planting him. In some cases, it may be better to use lobber plants instead and have the graves be destroyed with time.

## Balance Changes

### Version 1.5

* Can now bust small Replicating Tombs, however will take thrice as much time as a regular gravestone.
Invaded PSX-II

## **Invaded PSX-II: Power Area**

**Invaded PSX-II**, also known as **Power Area**, is the invaded version of PSX-II, and the second level of Invaded Pirate Seas in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

N/A

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* Others
HC-XII

> *"Watch what happens when your 2nd and 4th lane are once again covered by a random grid item!"*
> ― Travel Log description
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## Rewards

### Replaying

Same as before

**HC-XII**, also known as **Split Apart**, is the seventh level of the Cheerful Return quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

' signifies that the Camels carry 4 signs instead of 3

## Gallery

By SmileFTWno mower no plantfood by Kiko* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
Jam

**Jams** are a phenomenon in Neon Mixtape Tour, but they are also seen on Piñata Parties, GGR-II and other levels where Neon Mixtape Tour specials are present.

## Punk Jam

Punk Jam will activate Punk Zombie's ability to directly kick plants that are blocking his path out of the lawn instead of eating them. This will also cause zombies' speed to be 1.5x of normal.

## Pop Jam

Pop Jam will activate Glitter Zombie's ability to create a rainbow trail behind her in a 3x1 area that grants invincibility to zombies in her trail. Besides, she can instantly crush plants that are blocking her path instead of eating them. This will also cause zombies' speed to be 0.8x of normal.

## Rap Jam

Rap Jam will activate MC Zom-B's and Breakdancer Zombie's abilities. MC Zom-B will now swing his microphone in a 3x3 area, dealing massive damage to plants caught in his radius, whereas Breakdancer Zombie will gain a massive speed boost and gains the ability to kick zombies in front of him forward by 1-2 tiles. Zombies' speed will be normal.

## 8-Bit Jam

8-Bit Jam will activate Arcade Zombie's arcade's ability. The arcade will produce 8-Bit Zombies and its variation every 15-20 seconds from the arcade until the arcade is destroyed or the 8-Bit Jam ends. Zombies' speed will be normal.

## Metal Jam

Metal Jam will activate Hair Metal Gargantuar's ability. This will cause zombies' speed to be 1.25x of normal.

## Ballad

Activated by Boombox Zombie, will cause all plants except for Phat Beet and ground plants such as Spikeweed/Spikerock to stop doing any action, including attacking, producing sun, Potato Mine being armed, and Stunion stunning (given it was placed before the ballad), to name a few. Zombies' speed is normal even if the jam comes on during Punk Jam, Pop Jam or Metal Jam.

## Trivia

* Bassist Zombie's appearance is usually accompanied by metal jam. However, Bassist Zombie's ability is activated at all times, regardless of jam types.
FFX-VIII

## **FFX-VIII: Motivation Boost**

**FFX-VIII**, also known as **Motivation Boost**, is the eighth extra level of Far Future in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives the Mower Launch.

## Dialogue

(At the starts of the level)

Penny: It seems like zombies are tired of coming up with creative ideas to invade our house.

Penny: So they just... run instead.

Penny: A futuristic invention at its finest.

Crazy Dave: Hey! It's not like we can just make plants go super powerful instantly! Right?

## Tips

* Indeed, zombies are faster than normal in this level. This nullifies the weaknesses of zombies such as Robo-Cone Zombie and Mecha-Football Zombie, which lack speed in exchange for more health, while making threats such as Explorer Zombie or Jetpack Zombie that rely on being speedy even more dangerous. It is recommended to bring some form of stalling for this level, though Poncho Zombie neutralizes chilling options like Snow Pea or Winter Melon.
* Expect a relentless attack with Bot Swarm ambushes dropping during the level. Bring powerful damaging plants, like Melon-pult, alongside your stalling plants, and remember to bring E.M.Peach in case of emergencies from the fast zombies.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

N/A

* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
HC-XIII

> *"It's another freezing day, and heating plants are very much recommended. However, that's not the only festive surprise coming up..."*
> ― Travel Log description
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## Level

### Objective 1

Survive the zombie attack while snow freezes your plants

### Objective 2

Start the level with an extra batch of sun

**HC-XIII**, also known as **Blizzard Temple**, is the eighth and final level of the Cheerful Return quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Update History

### Version 1.4.1

* Changed some waves.
* Replaced Chefster Zombie with Gobbling King Zombie.
* Reduced starting sun.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Crazy Dave: It's snowing again, now with presents!

Penny: Aren't you going to make a snow angel again?

Crazy Dave: Nah.

Crazy Dave: I'M GONNA BUILD A SNOWMAN!!!

Penny: ...

Crazy Dave: ...I mean, fighting the zombies! Yeah!

Penny: Thanks, user Dave.

(After the player picks up the money bag)

Crazy Dave: Penny, look! Some zombies came to the wrong holiday!

Penny: User Dave, this is quite serious.

Penny: By accessing to many branched timelines, they're quite literally collapsing on each other.

Penny: Merging into a new, unique one.

Crazy Dave: Isn't that a good thing? That's just more variety!

Crazy Dave: It's gonna make each battle more challenging, plus, we've seen this already!

Crazy Dave: All the time eras are intersecting and we're doing fine!

Penny: I wish to be as optimistic as you one day.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

**Note:** Wave 24, 25 and 26 are triggered almost instantly.

## Gallery

By SmileFTWno mower, no plantfood, 6 seeds (ended up not using hot potato) by Kiko* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
GGR-V

> *"The timeline shows its cracks in this tricky Last Stand!"*
> ― Travel Log description
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## **GGR-V: Drop Kick**

**GGR-V**, also known as **Drop Kick**, is the fifth level of the Green Gold Rush quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

By SmileFTW
* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
Invaded DAX-III

## **Invaded DAX-III: Night Casts**

**Invaded DAX-III**, also known as **Night Casts**, is the invaded version of DAX-III, and the second level of Invaded Dark Ages in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

N/A

* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
HS-VIII

> *"Can't decide on anything? This newcomer can relate."*
> ― Travel Log description
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## **HS-VIII: A Universal Crack In Time**

**HS-VIII**, also known as **A Universal Crack In Time**, is the eighth level of the Heroic Showdown quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Penny: User Dave's neighbor, have you seen Dave anywhere today?

Penny: In fact, I haven't seen him since yesterday. And all we got was this gift bag-

(Zomboss appears)

Dr. Zomboss: Were you looking for me, perhaps?

Penny: Dr. Zomboss! How did you connect to my hologram projector?

Dr. Zomboss: I allowed myself to borrow the technology of a Zomboss from another time.

Dr. Zomboss: Notes are still my thing, but this felt perfect for the PERFECT plan.

Dr. Zomboss: I'll be frank - imitating David was completely nauseous.

Dr. Zomboss: It was however necessary to lure you into my trap. And what a trap it is!

Dr. Zomboss: I'm a graceful rival - every holiday timeline so far was just time for you to prepare.

Dr. Zomboss: Prepare for what? My 3 ultimate trials, of course. Hope you didn't touch the gift bag!

Dr. Zomboss: In it, besides my Zomtooth hologram connector, lie details about each trial.

Dr. Zomboss: Don't rush them! Take only one a day. If you survive, that is.

Dr. Zomboss: I wouldn't count on that. Enjoy!

(Zomboss leaves)

Penny: ...

Penny: Well, go on. Pick a trial.

Holiday Gift Bag: Have you ever wanted to go past life's limits? Now's your chance.

Holiday Gift Bag: No plant will be restrained by recharge in today's invasion.

Holiday Gift Bag: Take your time to pick what benefits the most. And expect the totally random.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

N/A

* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
HC-IV

> *"Only a few sunflowers are left on the lawn and no more are in sight. Can you sustain?"*
> ― Travel Log description
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## Rewards

### Replaying

Same as before

**HC-IV**, also known as **Last Sun Shining**, is the fourth level of the Holiday Cheer quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

' signifies that the Camels carry 6 signs instead of 4

## Gallery

N/A

* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
LOD-V

> *"Score quite a few points in this gloomy graveyard! Time stalling recommended."*
> ― Travel Log description
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## Level

### Objective 1

Defeat zombies to score 140,000 or more points

### Objective 2

Start the level with an extra batch of sun

**LOD-V**, also known as **Baiting Tactics**, is the fifth level of the Lawn of Doom quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

By SmileFTW* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
FFX-III

## **FFX-III: Triple Jump**

**FFX-III**, also known as **Triple Jump**, is the third extra level of Far Future in *Alternate UniverZ*. It acts as an introduction to the Teleportation ambush. After completing this level, the player receives Magnifying Grass.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Crazy Dave: Can you hear that?

Crazy Dave: I don't like the sound of that.

Crazy Dave: Let's prepare, neighbor, something problematic is coming right up.

(After the player picks up the Magnifying Grass)

Crazy Dave: Did you see that?! They figured out teleportation! For real this time!

Crazy Dave: That's CRAAAAAAAAZY! And also scary!

Penny: We need to make sure that these teleportations won't screw us over.

Penny: Maybe try using plants that can attack backwards.

Penny: Or plant your attackers in the far back, so that they won't get eaten.

Crazy Dave: In the far back? But that's where sunflowers are supposed to be!

## Tips

* The flowers are placed dangerously close to the right side of the lawn. As most of the zombies here eat, with the exception of Jetpack Zombies flying past the flowers, it is important to set up defensive plants such as Wall-nut or Infi-nut to block off the zombies from stepping on the flowers. Apart from Jetpack Zombies, Bot Swarm ambushes will always drop off Bug Bot Imps past the flowers, so make sure to use plants that can handle them early on.
* The Teleportation ambush sends some zombies forwards by a few tiles, letting them get past defenses and closer to your brains. Here, high healthed zombies like Future Buckethead Zombies or even Robo-Cone Zombies may be teleported past the flowers and deep into your defenses. Plants that shoot backwards such as Split Pea or Starfruit may be deployed to effectively damage them, though it is usually more practical to have a good defense that can defeat these zombies quickly instead. In case of emergencies, prepare plants such as Electrici-tea or E.M.Peach to neutralise them quickly.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

N/A

* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
LOD-III

> *"The objective might seem like a joke, but don't underestimate it. We've brought in Pumpkin to help you out!"*
> ― Travel Log description
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## Level

### Objective

Don't lose more than 22 plants

**LOD-III**, also known as **Counter-Block**, is the third level of the Lawn of Doom quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Penny: A plant associated to this event is very fitting.

Crazy Dave: A witch!

Penny: I'm referring to Pumpkin.

Crazy Dave: Oh.

Penny: Pumpkin's ability to strengthen your defence without taking up a tile is very useful.

Penny: It can also fool Possessed Excavators into thinking that they're bashing non-defensive plants.

Penny: As long as you don't put defensive plants inside Pumpkins.

Crazy Dave: I know it looks cool to have double defence, but it's not worth it, neighbor!

## Tips

* The objective may seem trivial at first, but note that your early game options like Puff-shroom or Potato Mine will most likely deplete the numbers quickly, especially paired up with the lack of sun given from the sky. It is thus advised that you set your defense up quickly to avoid losing too many plants early on. Although you can choose to bring defensive plants like Wall-nut to save your own skin a step further, Possessed Excavators will quickly discard them with ease. As such, Pumpkin will be of huge help here, as not only does he serve the purpose of a defensive plant without taking any space from your defense, he can also fool Possessed Excavators and make them consume them normally like other zombies, as long as you don't place them on defensive plants.
* Due to Possessed Excavator's nature of blocking straight shots paired with Weasel Hoarders, whose Ice Weasels make lobbed shots hard to hit, running piercing plants like Laser Bean and Fume-shroom will be your best shot here, though affording them fast before Disco Jetpack Zombies come and pass through your defenses with ease is important as well. These plants are ineffective against Webhead Zombies though due to their tanky nature, so pairing them up with heavy hitting plants like Melon-pult will do the trick, as long as you can afford them later in the level.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

By SmileFTW* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
Invaded AE-IX

## **Invaded AE-IX: Necromancer's Army**

**Invaded AE-IX**, also known as **Necromancer's Army**, is the invaded version of AE-IX, and the first level of Invaded Ancient Egypt in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

N/A

* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
Invaded WWX-IX

## **Invaded WWX-IX: Gate Crash**

**Invaded WWX-IX**, also known as **Gate Crash**, is the invaded version of WWX-IX, and the third and final level of Invaded Wild West in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

N/A

* Adventure
* Holiday
* Others
HOF-IV

> *"Protect your Snow Pea and use it to slow down as many zombies as you can - they just keep on coming!"*
> ― Travel Log description
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## Level

### Objective

Chill 150 Zombies!

**HOF-IV**, also known as **Team Effort**, is the fourth level of the Hearts of Flesh quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Tips

* To beat the level, you will need to move the single Snow Pea on the minecart to chill various zombies. This is not an easy task however, as the number required is quite high. Although Iceberg Lettuces will come by later in the level, it is highly recommended to focus on using the Snow Pea to complete the objective instead on relying on them.
* The zombies here such as Pirate Captain Zombie, Imp Cannon and Disco-tron 3000 will aid you in finishing the objective by summoning various zombies. Do note, however, that one can be overwhelmed by the high density of zombies if not careful. Prepare your Coconut Cannons for situations like these.
* Valentines' Coneheads and Valentines' Bucketheads under the effect of Lovestruck can be insanely hazardous if left alone. Try priortise chilling them down with Snow Pea compared to other zombies. Beware of the Lovestruck Gargantuars as well, which are faster than regular Gargantuars.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Update History

### Version 1.4.1

* Objective nerfed from 160 zombies > 150 zombies.
* Less “Lovestruck!”
* Removed Blooming Heart’s max count.

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HOF-II

> *"All heavy plants have mysteriously vanished! Can you counter the mechs using Blooming Heart's power?"*
> ― Travel Log description
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## Level

### Objective

Survive while only being able to store up to 100 sun

**HOF-II**, also known as **Tough Charming**, is the second level of the Hearts of Flesh quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Crazy Dave: Blooming Heart? Now that's the symbol of love!

Penny: Blooming Heart deals damage on a small group of zombies, dealing more damage each time it hits.

Crazy Dave: That's the strength of love!

## Tips

* With only cheap plants to use, you will have to take advantage of the preplanted Blooming Hearts, as they deal ascending amount of damages into the zombies the more they lob. Therefore, it is highly recommended not to remove them by any means.
* Beware of the tougher zombies, such as Valentines' Bucketheads and Robo-Cone Zombies. Stalling plants such as Spring Bean or Sap-fling will help immensely because they can aid your Blooming Hearts in defeating these tough threats. A defensive plant such as Wall-nut or Infi-nut or instant-kill plant such as Potato Mine or Electrici-tea will also do the job.
* Chicken Wrangler Zombies can be threatening due to their stocks of Zombie Chickens, which you lack a vast majority of piercing attackers for. You can immobilize them to prevent them from releasing their flocks, block the chickens using walls and let Blooming Heart's splash damage defeat them, or plant cheap damage dealers to handle the chickens and other weaker zombies.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Update History

### Version 1.5.1

* Objective reworked (strong plants banned -> 100 sun cap)

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Invaded PS-VIII

## **Invaded PS-VIII: Traveling Methods**

**Invaded PS-VIII**, also known as **Traveling Methods**, is the invaded version of PS-VIII, and the first level of Invaded Pirate Seas in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Gallery

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FC-IV

## **FC-IV: Queue Skip**

**FC-IV**, also known as **Queue Skip**, is the fourth level of Frostbite Caves in *Alternate UniverZ*. It acts as an introduction to the Dodo Rider Zombie. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Crazy Dave: Even more sliders?!?!?!

Crazy Dave: Ow... I think the zombies overheard me yesterday...

Penny: Usually, ice floes are beneficial to us, as they control where the zombies would be.

Penny: But in this case, the zombies would be too close by the end of the trail.

Penny: So perhaps it's best not to let them use the ice floes this time.

Penny: That would make user Dave less jealous too.

(After the player picks up the money bag)

Crazy Dave: Now that the zombies are gone...

Crazy Dave: Can I? Pretty please...

Penny: ...Fine.

Crazy Dave: YAY! WEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

Penny: So, while user Dave is having his "fun",

Penny: I think we should be more careful around the freezing winds.

Penny: While Hot Potato can deal with the ice blocks, the winds will be-

Crazy Dave: WOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!

Penny: User Dave, I'm trying to give some tips here.

Penny: Anyways, now that we have Pepper-pult, we have a way to passively-

Crazy Dave: YAYYYYYYYYYYY!!!

Penny: ...You know what, I think you already understand what I'm trying to say.

Penny: I'm just going to get user Dave back so that we can move on.

Crazy Dave: Aww, but it's only been like a minute or something, come on!

## Tips

* The Dodo Rider Zombies can glide over ice floes, meaning that they can threaten lanes with ice floes. As such, be sure to prepare defenses on all lanes. As for the zombie itself, defensive plants will not work against it either, as it will simply glide over them as well.
* As a result of the placement of the ice floes, your planting space is quite limited, letting chilling winds strike more easily. Fortunately, the newly received Pepper-pult will help immensely here, as he can heat up plants nearby in a 3x3 area, essentially shutting down chilling winds, as well as Hunter Zombies. His lobbed peppers also do good damage against zombies with splash damage to boot. However, do note that Dodo Rider Zombies are slightly resistant against fire damage, so it is recommended to bring other types of damage alongside Pepper-pults to deal damage to them, although this is not necessary.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

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FFX-IX

## **FFX-IX: Called to Arms**

**FFX-IX**, also known as **Called to Arms**, is the ninth and second to last extra level of Far Future in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Dialogue

(At the starts of the level)

Crazy Dave: Just so you know, there are power tiles under the endangered plants!

Penny: Hmm, interesting.

Penny: Say, user Dave. How do you know that?

Crazy Dave: Simple, because I've already be- whoops.

Penny: What do you mean?

Penny: B-but, you're here, and you're t-there...?

Penny: I d-don't g-g-get i..t....

Penny: \*ZZZZZZZ\*

Crazy Dave: Uh-oh. Gotta go now.

(After the player picks up the money bag)

Penny: User Dave, w-what happened?

Crazy Dave: I don't know either, and I have to investigate.

Crazy Dave: I'm going to need my TIME MACHINE!

Penny: Me?

Crazy Dave: Silly Penny! I'm going to do this myself!

Crazy Dave: While I was at the toilet, I found a neat device that looks like a time machine!

Crazy Dave: I'll use it to travel to the past and see what happened!

Penny: ...I have a bad feeling about this.

## Tips

* Since there are Power Tiles under the endangered plants, they can deal an insane combo to zombies when activated with Plant Food, dealing widespread damage to zombies while pushing them back, and freezing them in place. However, they are also quite vulnerable to the zombies, so try and protect them with defensive plants like Tall-nut or Infi-nut.
* The zombies are quite threatening here, with Zombie Bulls rushing towards your plants at insane speeds and Mecha-Football Zombies pushing them towards their doom, as well as deactivating the insane combo with the endangered plants, whilst Robo-Cone Zombies and Shield Zombies protect other zombies from getting hurt, and allowing them to get close. E.M.Peach works effectively against all of these threats, though do consider bringing other kinds of stalling plants as well to delay them from appraoching. Teleportation may also cause the zombies to get teleported directly onto the endangered plants, which may cause unfortunate losses. Be sure to prepare your Plant Food when faced with situations like these.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

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Holiday Cheer

*An empty Holiday Cheer lawn.*

**Holiday Cheer** is the first event quest in *Alternate UniverZ*, added in version 1.0.1 and unlocked after WW-X. It is based off vanilla's Feastivus event and has 5 levels. The reward for completing the quest is Sap-fling.

Holiday Cheer also has a continuation, also known as **Cheerful Return**, which acts as the sixth event quest in *Alternate UniverZ*, added in version 1.4 and unlocked after NMT-X. The reward for completing the quest is Holly Barrier.

Holiday Cheer has the "Raiders' Eve!" ambush, in which Festive Bucklers will enter the lawn in hordes, while Cheerful Return has Present Boxes, which act similar to Frozen Blocks from Frostbite Caves, but plants can be planted on them, their surprises cannot be seen, and cannot be melted by Hot Potato.
Far Future

*An empty Far Future lawn.*

**Far Future** is the 5th area encountered in *Alternate UniverZ*. It takes place in a cybernetic city in the distant future.

The area's main gimmick are Power Tiles. Power Tiles come in different colors with different symbols corresponding to each color Power Tile. Power Tiles link Plant Food to any plant on a Power Tile of the same color. After Plant Food has been given to a plant on a Power Tile and it has finished its Plant Food power, it will also activate a Plant Food power on any plant of the same color as the previous Power Tile. This gives a distinct advantage to the player, as Power Tiles do not hinder the player.

In Far Future, there are sometimes spider rains. There will be a warning saying "Bot Swarm!", and Bug Bot Imps will fall from the sky, taking approximately one second to charge up after falling.

In Far Future Extra (FFX), there is also teleportation, in which there will be a series of beeps to notify the player of its existence, and some zombies will then get teleported across the lawn.

## Levels

### Quests

Summoned:

Special Delivery
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FC-VI

## **FC-VI: Squeaking Set**

**FC-VI**, also known as **Squeaking Set**, is the sixth level of Frostbite Caves in *Alternate UniverZ*. It acts as an introduction to the Weasel Hoarder. After completing this level, the player receives Rotobaga.

## Tips

* Weasel Hoarders act similarly to Chicken Wrangler Zombies, releasing a few Ice Weasels at low health. However, these Ice Weasels are comparably tougher than Zombie Chickens, as well as being able to ignore all ice floes that they pass through. Weasel Hoarders also cannot be frozen by Iceberg Lettuce and have more health, which makes them more dangerous in comparison. Note that alongside bringing plants with effective controlling like Fume-shroom or Pepper-pult, the newly unlocked Stunion can also be in use, as he can stun her, and make her not release any Ice Weasels as a result.
* Hunter Zombies and Dodo Rider Zombies are also quite dangerous here, as the former can freeze plants in frozen blocks alongside the chilling winds, letting any lone Ice Weasels pass through easily if unguarded, while the latter pressures lanes with ice floes and protects Ice Weasels that are trailing behind. It is thus crucial to set up countermeasures and prepared defenses to neutralize them.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

## Update History

### Version 1.4.1

* Less frozen Lightning Reeds.
* Less Plant Foods.

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HC-XI

> *"Are you able to withstand a horde of festive zombies using only defensive plants and preplanted Hollies? That's gonna be fun to watch."*
> ― Travel Log description
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## Level

### Objective

Survive with a special seed bank

**HC-XI**, also known as **Aim to Win**, is the sixth level of the Cheerful Return quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Crazy Dave: Y'know what, it's Christmas, the plants should get a day off!

Penny: User Dave, that does sound nice, but,

Penny: Who's going to defeat the zombies then?

Crazy Dave: Whoops, didn't think about that.

Crazy Dave: Well, I already sent most of the attackers off, can't exactly call them back either.

Penny: ...Well, at least these two Holly Barriers decided to stay.

Penny: With the limited firepower, we would have to be really careful when to shoot.

Penny: …and watch out for the Turkeys.

Crazy Dave: But that's boring though!

Penny: We wouldn't have to if it wasn't because of you.

Crazy Dave: Ow...

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

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Icebound Battleground

**Icebound Battleground** is the seventh **Endless Zone** in *Alternate UniverZ*. It is Frostbite Caves’ Endless Zone. It is unlocked after beating FCX-V.

## Dialogue

(Crazy Dave appears)

Crazy Dave: Hi neighbor! Welcome to the Icebound Battleground!

Crazy Dave: This place is cold as, uh, ICE... not to mention chock full o' zombies.

Crazy Dave: Best bring some hot zombie-fightin' moves. And maybe a nice warm coat too.

(Crazy Dave leaves)

(If this is the first time picking a card)

(Crazy Dave appears)

Crazy Dave: Nice, let's see how far you can get!

(Crazy Dave leaves)

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Ice Temple

> *"Master another element in Ice Temple by darkchan to earn a handful of gauntlets!"*
> ― Travel Log description
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## Level

### Objective

Survive while trap tiles will make plants and zombies freeze

**Ice Temple** is one of the Second Creator Contest levels in Timeless Avenue made by darkchan in *Alternate UniverZ*. Throughout the level, one-time ice tiles capable of freezing both plants and zombies (9-11 seconds freeze and 30 seconds chill) on the lawn when activated, will continuously appear. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

**Note:** All  appeared with an extinguished torch.

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FFX-VII

## **FFX-VII: Robo-Jousters**

**FFX-VII**, also known as **Robo-Jousters**, is the seventh extra level of Far Future in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Tips

* In order to score as many points as possible, it is needed to kill zombies on the tiles that give the most points. Here, the tiles that give the most points are on the rightmost two columns, so try and hold the zombies off and stop them from progressing using defensive plants like Wall-nut or Infi-nut, though do watch out for the Jetpack Zombies that may bypass them. Killing as many zombies as possible in a short amount of time also boosts the multiplier and helps you score more points, so swarming zombies like Chicken Wrangler Zombies and Disco-tron 3000s will be very beneficial, as they will summon multiple Zombie Chickens and Disco Jetpack Zombies, allowing you to ramp up and reach a high multiplier bonus.
* Teleportation can potentially make tough zombies that help you score more points like Pharaoh Zombies and Robo-Cone Zombies bypass your defensive plants and approach the front, threatening your defenses and making you score less. Try and defeat these zombies as quickly as possible before it happens, making weaker zombies get teleported instead and barely affecting your score.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

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GGR-II

> *"Fear the wrath of Lepre-riders as jams speed them up even more!"*
> ― Travel Log description
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## **GGR-II: Air Vaulter**

**GGR-II**, also known as **Air Vaulter**, is the second level of the Green Gold Rush quest in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives a Money Bag.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Crazy Dave: Hold on, what is this music?

Crazy Dave: I dunno what it is but this makes me wanna JAM!

Penny: I'm clueless on how music can make you want to "get yourself fast", but sure.

Penny: It seems to affect zombies also, so be wary on that.

Crazy Dave: This feels like something we‘ll encounter in the main adventure soon isn't it?

Penny: Sure we will.

Penny: Anyways, these Lepre-riders use the dodo to to jump over our plants, but can only do once.

Penny: Does that remind you of a certain zombie back in the days?

Crazy Dave: Yes!!! Dolphin riders!!!

Penny: Shouldn't be the first thing that comes to one's mind, but this is user Dave, oh well.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

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LCX-I

## **LCX-I: Encore Expedition**

**LCX-I**, also known as **Encore Expedition**, is the first extra level of Lost City in *Alternate UniverZ*. After completing this level, the player receives Escape Root.

## Dialogue

(At the start of the level)

Crazy Dave: Lost City's found, once again!

Penny: I found it interesting that you landed us on the temple, rather than just on a regular house.

Penny: Is it because you spotted the gold tiles, user Dave?

Crazy Dave: Nah, just pure coincidence.

Penny: Oh.

Crazy Dave: But we wouldn't have these gold tiles otherwise so that's lucky of me!

Penny: Just like we can't have many plants this time. I believe your golden discoveries will once again help here.

## Tips

* Considering the limited number of plants that can be placed on the lawn at any given time, it is crucial to use plants with high damage output to maximize the damage inflicted on the zombies. Additionally, be sure to make use of the Gold Tiles to generate extra sun and afford more expensive plants earlier in the game, while removing unnecessary ones in the process.
* As for the level itself, with fewer plants on the lawn, Wizard Zombies and Turquoise Skull Zombies will have an easier time neutralizing and defeating your plants. Additionally, Excavator Zombies will protect other zombies from straight shots. To counter this, consider using lobbed-shot plants in this situation to bypass their shovels and effectively deal with Wizard Zombies and Turquoise Skull Zombies.

## Waves

*The small number next to the zombie icon means that zombie will always appear in that lane, with 1 being the topmost lane and 5 being the bottommost one.*

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