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1. #1Knox Countryselective

   Keys: Knox, Knox Country, ground zero, exclusion zone

   Knox Country was just your standard, peaceful countryside region until it became ground zero for an outbreak of a mysterious illness that reanimates infected persons into zombies, later coined the Knox Infection. Fearing further spread, The U.S Government designated Knox Country as an exclusion zone, quarantined the area and prevented any information from reaching the outside world. However, the Knox Event had nevertheless spread past Knox Country and across the planet.

2. #2Knox Eventselective

   Keys: Knox Event, event

   The Knox Event is used to refer to the zombie outbreak that occurs on the 4th of July, 1993, American Day of Independence. The event first takes place around Muldraugh and West Point, Kentucky. Just two days later the military evacuated residences from around the affected area and set up blockades in what is now known as the Knox Evacuation. The affected area is given the name: the Exclusion Zone, with the primary camp being south of Louisville. Only twenty days later and every non-immune people have been infected.

3. #3Knox Infectionselective

   Keys: Knox Infection, infection, zombie infection, bite

   Knox Infection (commonly known as zombie infection) is a highly contagious disease contracted only by humans. Very little is known about the origin of the disease, other than that its first known outbreak began in the state of Kentucky, US, with the largest outbreaks specifically in the city of Louisville. There are several rumors about the origin, such as; misfolded prions in the meat of Spiffo's, terrorist attack, bioweapons testing gone wrong, and God's punishment for the sins of Man. Initially, the infection seemed to only spread via fluids - typically blood and saliva - and thus transmission rate was relatively low. Approximately a week into the Knox Event however, it mutates and an airborne strain develops, which then spreads much more rapidly after the incident at the exclusion zone border and the breach thereof. However some people are immune to the airborne strain. Those infected will suffer influenza-like symptoms for up to three days after contracting the illness, and eventually succumb - after which they will then reanimate within an hour after death.

4. #4Muldraughselective

   Keys: Muldraugh

   Muldraugh is a small town in an area the locals know as "Knox Country" - the dead center of the State of Kentucky. It grew as an Army town, but now welcomes folks from all walks of life - some commuters to the bigger towns nearby, some military families and some living below the poverty line. It's a small place, filled with good people - not to mention Spiffo's finest Chicken and Biscuits this side of Kentucky! Sure, not much happens here - but that doesn't mean Muldraugh life is dull...

5. #5Riversideselective

   Keys: Riverside

   A colorful town tightly hugging the banks of the mighty Ohio: exploring Riverside is a rich and diverse experience! To the west you'll find the older parts of town, while out east is where our wealthier residents work, rest and play. In fact, if you're considering a stay with us, why not check out the nearby Knox Heights Country Club? The ultimate in comfort and relaxation: members have access to an 18 hole golf course, tennis courts, swimming pool and spa. Come join today!

6. #6Rosewoodselective

   Keys: Rosewood

   A short stay in Rosewood is pleasant, but a long stay? Well the inmates of the famous Knox Penitentiary will tell you: that it's not so fun! Ideally situated geographically for ease of access, Rosewood is a community hub for administration and community services as well as a leading incarceration center. The county courthouse, a recently refurbished fire department and a lively law enforcement facility make this one of the most important towns in the area! Come visit today!

7. #7West Pointselective

   Keys: West Point

   Whether you're strolling through the town square, chowing on of our pies or just chatting with friendly locals - West Point is the true Small Town USA. Don't let sleepy streets, affordable housing and acres of rolling farmland fool you - this is the Knox Country administrative hub. If our mayor isn't busy rubber-stamping public ordinances in the town hall, you might just find him in the famous Twiggy's Bar! No matter how long your stay: a West Point welcome is guaranteed!

8. #8Louisvilleselective

   Keys: Louisville

   Louisville, Kentucky, also known as "Gateway to the South," stands as the largest city within Knox Country. Established in 1778, this metropolis is comprised of an array of neighborhoods, offering everything from tall high rises to dilapidated districts. As a major urban area, the city's vast commercial regions promise a massive abundance of supplies, but survivors should be wary of the exceedingly high zombie population that plagues its streets.

9. #9March Ridgeselective

   Keys: March Ridge

   March Ridge is a small gated military town in Knox Country and is located south of Muldraugh, and south-east of Rosewood, with Dixie Highway (Route 31W) running on the east side. While March Ridge is mostly a residential area, and also has a somewhat high zombie population, it has a large amount of loot in the business district located in the middle of the town.

10. #10Fallas Lakeselective

    Keys: Fallas Lake

    Fallas Lake is a small farming town located roughly in the center of Knox Country, south of Riverside and north of Rosewood. Fallas Lake is the smallest named town, and thus has a low zombie population when compared to other towns, making it a relatively safe location to loot. Combined with the large variety of essential loot and the sizable amount of firearms that can be found here, it makes for a great mid-game pit-stop before tackling other towns, and could even make for a good base location.

11. #11Spiffo'sselective

    Keys: Spiffo's, Spiffo, Burger

    Spiffo's is an American fast food restaurant chain found throughout Knox Country, that specializes in burgers. The mascot of the company is an adorable raccoon named Spiffo. Spiffo's restaurants have plenty of options, ranging from burgers to ice cream. How about washing it down with some Pop! Spiffo's is the perfect place to spend a nice, fun night out with the family! Spiffo's signature product is the Spiffo Hamburger, made with the freshest ingredients and the juiciest beef patties sourced from the finest cattle farms in the U.S.A.

12. #12McCoy Logging Co.selective

    Keys: McCoy Logging Co., McCoy, logging

    The McCoy Logging Co. is a timber yard located exclusively on the outskirts of Muldraugh, across Dixie Highway from the town itself. Various vehicles with McCoy branding can be found throughout Knox Country as well. The facility is one of Muldraugh's most iconic locations and likely served as one of the largest employers in Knox Country.

13. #13E.P. Toolsselective

    Keys: E.P. Tools, hardware, tools

    E.P. Tools is a hardware store chain with locations in Fallas Lake, Louisville, and The Grand Ohio Mall. They sell a variety of hardware, tools, and home improvement items. E.P. Tools is a one-stop shop for homeowners, contractors, and DIY enthusiasts to find the tools and supplies they need to tackle any task, large or small even in the apocalypse.

14. #14Stor-A-Maxselective

    Keys: Stor-A-Max, storage

    Stor-A-Max is a self storage building in Muldraugh. This facility offers storage units ranging from small to large sizes, and it is a convenient choice for Muldraugh residents and surrounding communities. The wide variety of items found here can be useful for survivors... if they can break inside.

15. #15GigaMartselective

    Keys: GigaMart

    GigaMart is a supermarket chain with locations in Louisville, Riverside, West Point and The Grand Ohio Mall. It has its headquarters located in Louisville. While they do primarily focus on foodstuff and groceries, they also have a small pharmacy section in some of their stores.

16. #16Zippee Marketselective

    Keys: Zippee Market

    Zippee Market is a convenience store chain with locations across Knox Country. The stores are a great place to find non-perishable food items. It's hot. It's too darn hot. You feel that? That's Kentucky heat y'all. You know what science just created? The Slurp Burp - the number one iced drink to take that heat away. What's more - you turn up at a Zippee Market and say 'it's too darn hot'... That's 10% off your Slurp Burp purchase! Lemon-lime. Cherry. Cola. You name it! Zippee Market: Home of the Slurp Burp.

17. #17The Grand Ohio Mallselective

    Keys: The Grand Ohio Mall, mall

    The Grand Ohio Mall is one extremely large building in an L shape, and stands at a whopping full four floors in height for the main shopping areas, or five including utility structures. The Grand Ohio's massive double-level stores offer practically everything an aspiring survivor could ever want or need, from food to clothes and even firearms. However, the large hordes of zombified shoppers within the mall and the surrounding areas offer significant risk to anyone who attempts to loot it. An unparalleled parking lot surrounds the south side of the building, filled with cars to loot and train mechanics. The building itself has entrances on all six sides, making for a lot of ways into the mall itself.

18. #18Pharmahugselective

    Keys: Pharmahug, pharmacy

    Pharmahug is a pharmacy chain with locations in Crossroads Mall, Riverside, The Grand Ohio Mall, March Ridge, West Point and Louisville. There are several locations in Louisville. It is a great place to find snacks and medical supplies.

19. #19Kentucky State Prisonselective

    Keys: Kentucky State Prison, prison, jail

    The Kentucky State Prison, also known as Knox Penitentiary is the most iconic location in Rosewood. The prison likely employed a significant number of residents in the town and its surrounding areas. The prison went from a standard, medium-security correctional facility to hell on earth during the outbreak. Inmates that weren't killed during the prison riots, would've been trapped in their cells and rendered helpless until they succumbed to the Knox Infection or some other fate. The prison is one of the most dangerous places in Knox Country. The facility has a massive zombie population, and the cramped rooms and hallways make it rather difficult for survivors to maneuver past hordes inside the prison. The vast majority of the zombie population at the prison are the former guards and inmates. The prison is enclosed by barbed wire fences and only has one main entrance that can easily be barricaded. Each corner of the exterior also has a guard-tower overlooking the area. The main entrance of the facility has a guard barracks, which has a door that leads into the prison itself. A small armory is located in the upstairs area of the barracks. Many of the prison's doors are reinforced, and the windows are protected by bars.

20. #20Louisville General Hospitalselective

    Keys: Louisville General Hospital, hospital

    The Louisville General Hospital is a hospital in Louisville. It is located near the Louisville Train Station. While there are a lot of medical supplies inside, there is a very high zombie population both in the building and surrounding area, making looting the hospital a challenge. The interior of the hospital is composed of three floors. This floor is composed of the lobby, gift shop, a pharmacy, which can contain medical supplies and snacks, the kitchen and cafeteria, which can contain food, office spaces, and a treatment ward along with a morgue. This is where the majority of the medical supplies on this floor can be found. This floor is mainly composed of patient rooms and operating theaters, as well as a waiting area, break room, laundry room, locker room, storage room, and various janitor closets. There is an abundance of medical supplies to be found on this floor. This floor is mainly composed of patient rooms, as well as a few operating theaters, an additional waiting area, and the hospital's nursery. There is also roof access on this floor, via a staircase in a janitor closet.

21. #21Raleigh Outbreakselective

    Keys: Raleigh Outbreak, Raleigh, 1990

    The Raleigh Outbreak was an outbreak that occurred sometime in 1990, three years before the Knox Event in the city of Raleigh, North Carolina. It is frequently mentioned on WBLN News and can be heard on the occasional Home VHS tapes. The outbreak was responsible for the dismissal of Doctor Jeff Galbraithe, Chief Scientist at the Center for Disease Control, who would later criticize the CDC on WBLN News during the beginning of the Knox Event. The Raleigh Outbreak might have also affected livestock along with humans, creating the impression of a similar disease common among Americans at the time, mad cow disease (1980s-1990s). It can cause humans to get Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, slowly deteriorating their nervous system, cognitive decline, and physical inability, slightly similar to the Knox Infection. As seen on WBLN news, we can see a concerned person talking about their wife, the CDC response, and how it only affects livestock (even though the person mentioned that their wife had died because of it. Again, this could be a mutation of mad-cow disease and the human-caused Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease). KnoxTalk Radio mentions the Knox Infection's similarity to Mad Cow Disease, spread by Spiffo's burgers. This may confirm that the Raleigh Infection was due to the Spiffo Corporation's influence within the area, especially because it was the founding city of Spiffo's.

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