Survival of the Dead

National Guard Sergeant 'Nicotine' Crockett, alongside his fellow soldiers Kenny, Francisco, and Tomboy, make a fateful decision to abandon their posts. This marks the beginning of a perilous journey that diverges from previous events and sets the stage for their involvement in the island conflict.

On the shores of Plum Island, Patrick O'Flynn gathers a determined group to confront the undead menace threatening their land. His intent is to eliminate the source of the zombie outbreak that plagues the island, igniting age-old rivalries with the Muldoon family.

Tensions reach a breaking point as Patrick leads his group to assault the Muldoon stronghold. The confrontation results in a chaotic gunfight, tragically claiming the life of an innocent, which weighs heavily on Patrick’s conscience.

Overcome with guilt for the innocent life lost, Patrick decides to lay down his arms. In an unexpected turn, Seamus Muldoon grants him exile after a heartfelt plea from Patrick's daughter, Janet, showcasing the complex dynamics between the two families.

A young boy allies with the National Guardsmen, sharing crucial insights about Plum Island that could alter the fate of their mission. His knowledge sets the stage for a crucial turning point in the unfolding events.

After receiving a video message from Patrick, the National Guardsmen arrive at the dock only to be met with hostility. The O'Flynn clan attempts to seize their belongings, erupting into a violent confrontation.

In a moment of desperation, Francisco takes control of a ferry boat, where he resorts to biting off a zombie's finger in self-defense. His actions highlight the grim reality of their struggle for survival against the undead.

As the O'Flynn clan faces the onslaught of the undead, Patrick reveals that his earlier provocations were calculated strategies to instigate a fight with the Muldoons, culminating in a harsh reckoning for his actions.

Upon arriving on Plum Island, the Guardsmen are horrified to discover the Muldoon family chaining their undead loved ones. Patrick’s earlier schemes now lie among the twisted bodies of those he manipulated, a stark reminder of his actions.

Patrick witnesses the unimaginable as he recognizes his daughter Janet among the undead. This devastating confrontation forces him to confront the failures of his quest to rid the island of the horror he helped unleash.

In a fierce ambush, Crockett and Kenny are gravely injured by the Muldoon warriors. As Kenny succumbs to his wounds, Patrick is faced with the harrowing choice to deliver a mercy killing to spare him from reanimation.

Francisco reveals that he has infected himself in a prior conflict, asking Tomboy to end his suffering. This moment lays bare the stakes of their battle, forcing his comrades to make difficult choices in dire circumstances.

Tomboy reluctantly fulfills Francisco's wish, but is soon captured by Seamus Muldoon, leading to a heightened urgency for survival on the island. The fragile alliances begin to strain under the pressures of impending doom.

In a shocking revelation, Patrick realizes that the girl he thought was his long-lost daughter was actually her twin sister, Jane. As both women join forces against the Muldoons, they forge a fragile alliance amid the chaos.

A fierce battle erupts at the bridge marking the territory of the two clans, resulting in captures and unexpected chaos. The ensuing fight blurs the lines between allies and enemies, leading to a tragic chain of events.