Chapter 83 Voodoo Demon: Creator of Zombies

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Due to the influence of film, television, and gaming culture, the term “zombie culture” has become so widespread that even those who haven’t seen that famous movie know what it means. The zombie virus spreads through air, water, blood, and various other means. Those who become zombies are left with nothing but the instinct to feed, their sense of smell heightened, making them acutely attuned to the scent of humans. Zombies attack humans, and those attacked become zombies in turn, perpetuating the cycle. In movies, cities infected by zombies are ultimately annihilated by missile strikes, eradicating all traces of the undead. The mere thought of such a catastrophe is terrifying.

Many people, faced with the apocalypse, have sighed in relief, thankful that it’s not really a zombie virus—otherwise, waking up to find your spouse, friends, parents, or children transformed into zombies would be the true despair. At least now, they’re only hiding from man-eating monsters.

Yet now, it seems there is no such thing as the most desperate situation—only something more desperate still. The monsters have arrived. And now, the zombies are here as well. Who will save them?

Countless people cried out in their hearts, forming a massive wave of faith and hope.

…

Within the Sky Vault Base.

As the system updated and the beasts descended, everyone present sensed a dramatic shift in the world. In his space, Qin Hao produced a large number of antidote serums. These serums could neutralize the zombie toxin, even granting humans immunity to the virus. Each vial cost a thousand Star Energy Crystals.

However, Qin Hao knew that if Ling Bo were tasked with research, the price per serum could be kept below thirty or forty Star Energy Crystals—one day, everyone would be able to register for them at will. Unfortunately, that day was not today.

“Everyone can go out and hunt now, but there’s one type of creature you must avoid at all costs. If you’re poisoned, drink this serum immediately. From now on, keep a constant watch on the health of ordinary people—at the first sign of infection, isolate them. All evolvers returning to base must check their wounds and remain in isolation for at least an hour.”

“Yes!” Li Lan swiftly took note of Qin Hao’s instructions.

Qin Hao rarely managed base affairs, but every word he spoke, every action he took, left a profound impact. Following his orders was always the right choice.

He then turned to Zihui, Sun Miao-miao, Xu Qian, An Ziheng, Li Xinlong, and the others. All were second-level evolvers, capable of handling the most dangerous high-level creatures sent by the invading civilization while ensuring their own safety.

“Hunt together, and remember—if you encounter a Voodoo Demon, kill it if you can, and burn the corpse afterward; it’s inedible. If any of you are poisoned in battle, stay away—especially you, An Ziheng. Don’t let your pets bite a Voodoo Demon.”

An Ziheng nodded immediately.

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“I understand.”

“Let’s go! The sooner we kill them, the fewer will die.”

Qin Hao couldn’t help but recall his previous lifetime before turning back time. Humanity could not determine how many survivors remained, but later, when the Hero System unlocked more features, the death toll became clear.

During the first apocalypse crisis, humanity was completely unprepared and suffered catastrophic losses. By the end of the [Survive 2] mission, only three billion people remained on Blue Star.

The second crisis was even more terrifying than the first “Aurora Calamity.” The “Zombie Frenzy” not only claimed the lives of 2.7 billion, but created 2.7 billion new enemies: the zombies.

By the time the [Survive 3] mission began, humanity’s numbers had dwindled to just three hundred million. Europe fell, along with most of Oceania and Africa, leaving only Asia and the Americas with survivors.

Asia, which once had four billion people, was reduced to scattered bases of a hundred thousand or so each. Survival became increasingly difficult, and eventually, the entire Huaxia population migrated toward the capital seeking refuge.

“Let’s hope more survive this time.”

Since the Hero System had not updated, Qin Hao was unaware that the butterfly effect he sparked had already begun to alter the course of events. Compared to his previous life, Blue Star now had 4.8 billion people left.

Why so many? It was a matter of timing. The hunting creatures were ferocious, but after only a month, they hadn’t devoured as many humans—especially after Qin Hao exterminated the Venom Demon Spiders, which were now extinct. For those between Awakening and first-level evolver, the spiders had posed a terrifying threat, but without them, even a handful of armed people dared face a Serpent Demon.

However, with the timeline accelerated by two months, humanity faced a new wave of trials. Those whose strength had not grown would suffer even heavier blows.

The Voodoo Demon’s toxin—when hunting, it sprays poison that spreads through the air. Humans with weak immunity become infected. Within three days, the infected turn into zombies, impossible to guard against.

If struck by the Voodoo Demon’s venom in battle, the victim dies instantly and is transformed into a zombie with formidable aggression, ready to attack others.

Qin Hao’s mission now was to hunt down the Voodoo Demons. For every day they appeared, he would hunt them—until, as with the Venom Demon Spiders, they were driven to extinction.

At this moment, the other heroes also understood Qin Hao’s intention. A new disaster had arrived—the invading civilization’s hunting beasts were far more powerful than before. By hunting them early, the heroes could protect humanity and give the survivors time to adapt.

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The first day was especially precious.

“Yes!” came the resounding reply from over eighty heroes present.

In that moment, they felt the weight of their responsibility as heroes. Humanity needed saving—and they needed to prove themselves through the hunt.

Heroes knew truths hidden from ordinary people, and faced dangers unimaginable to the masses. Yet the brave have no fear.

Qin Hao and the heroes left Sky Vault Base, swiftly scattering in all directions.

Qin Hao activated the Hero System to consult the mission predictor. Tasks for the next three hours were updating rapidly, and he quickly searched for signs of the Voodoo Demons.

This time, he didn’t even use his liquid metal machine. In terms of explosive speed, Qin Hao far surpassed the machine, though such bursts consumed stamina and Star Energy. The liquid metal machine existed to serve humans.

Would a god with power refuse to use technology? Of course not. Every civilization enjoys the fruits of progress.

But now was not a time for enjoyment.

Qin Hao unleashed his speed to the utmost limit. He raced through the city, sometimes bursting straight through walls with his bare body, rampaging unstoppable.

His thunderous footsteps drew the attention of countless hunting beasts—especially since he was a hero.

A tremendous croak echoed.

An enormous, emerald-green, thick-limbed alien creature entered Qin Hao’s sight.

The Frog Demon!