Becoming Alpha

By Aaron Abilene

An overweight video game junkie is the lone survivor of the zombie apocalypse.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Aaron Abilene
• Release date: Oct 31, 2023
• ISBN: 9798215085714

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Becoming Alpha

Aaron Abilene

Published by Aaron Abilene, 2023.

This is a work of fiction. Similarities to real people, places, or events are entirely coincidental.

BECOMING ALPHA

First edition. October 31, 2023.

Copyright © 2023 Aaron Abilene.

ISBN: 979-8215085714

Written by Aaron Abilene.

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The overweight video game nerd had to quickly adapt to the new reality of a zombie apocalypse. He had to quickly learn the skills necessary to survive, including scavenging for food and supplies, as well as honing his combat and survival skills.

He also had to use his intelligence and leadership skills to rally any survivors he could find and form a group to survive together.

The nerd became the group's Alpha, as he showed the most intelligence, determination and resourcefulness. He quickly learned how to organize and motivate the group, and how to best utilize the skills and abilities of each individual. His leadership helped the group survive and even thrive in the zombie apocalypse.

The nerd's story is an inspiring one, showing how anyone can overcome their limitations and become an effective leader in times of dire need. He proves that even a nerd can become a hero in a zombie apocalypse.

As the days passed, the group continued to grow, and the nerd's leadership was put to the test. He had to make tough decisions on behalf of the group when it came to rationing food and water supplies. He also had to make sure that everyone was properly armed and trained in self-defense.

One day, while leading a scavenging mission, the nerd stumbled upon a cache of weapons and supplies in a deserted military base. The group quickly put the weapons to good use, and their defenses became far more formidable.

But with every victory came new challenges. The constant danger of zombie attacks was taking its toll on everyone's mental and emotional well-being. The nerd knew that he had to take steps to boost morale and keep the group motivated.

He decided to hold a training session where each member could showcase their unique skills and teach others how to improve their own abilities. It worked wonders for morale, and the group felt more united than ever before.

As time went on, the nerd began to feel more confident in his own abilities as an Alpha. He knew that he had become a true leader when he could inspire his followers not just with his words, but by example as well.

One evening, as the group sat around a campfire discussing their future plans, one of the members asked the nerd how he had become such a strong and capable leader.

The nerd smiled, thinking back on his journey from overweight gamer to Alpha of a thriving group in the zombie apocalypse. I learned that leadership isn't just about being strong or brave, he replied. It's about being resourceful, adaptable, and most importantly - caring for those you care about, and even some you don't.

As the days went by, the Alpha's leadership became more and more pronounced. He identified those in the group who were struggling and provided them with extra assistance. He encouraged those who felt like giving up and inspired them to keep going.

The Alpha's intelligence was a valuable asset in the group's decision-making process. He was able to strategically plan for the group's survival, finding new ways to secure food and supplies. His combat skills improved exponentially as he trained himself both physically and mentally to face off against the ever-growing hordes of zombies.

One evening, while on a supply run, the Alpha noticed an unusual silence in the surrounding streets. As he carefully walked down an alleyway, he saw a shadowy figure approaching him from the other end.

Without hesitation, the Alpha drew his makeshift weapon - a wooden plank with nails sticking out of it - and stood ready for whatever lay ahead. As the figure got closer, it revealed itself to be another survivor, dressed in tattered clothing and covered in dirt and grime.

The survivor introduced herself as Maria, a former nurse who had been separated from her group during a zombie attack. The Alpha immediately took her under his wing and offered her a place in their group.

As weeks went by, Maria proved herself as a valuable member of the group. Her medical expertise proved invaluable when tending to injured members of the group. The Alpha found himself drawn to Maria's quiet determination and resilience.

One night, as they shared a meal together by the campfire, Maria looked up at him with an intensity that caught him off guard. You know you're not just a nerd anymore, she said.

As the group continued to grow, the Alpha nerd's leadership skills were put to the test on a daily basis. They had to scavenge farther from their home base, encountering more dangerous situations and tougher enemies.

It was during one of these scavenging missions that the Alpha nerd faced his biggest challenge yet. His group had stumbled upon a well-fortified enemy camp, led by a ruthless leader who was intent on destroying any survivors who came too close.

The Alpha nerd knew that this enemy camp posed a threat not just to his group, but to all other survivors in the area. He devised a plan to take down the camp and eliminate the threat for good.

Working with his most trusted lieutenants, they gathered a team of skilled fighters and strategists. They spent days preparing for their attack, laying out every detail and anticipating every possible scenario.

The day of the attack arrived, and amidst the chaos and bloodshed, the Alpha nerd led his team into battle. They fought with an intensity and determination that caught their enemy off guard.

In the end, it was the Alpha nerd who emerged victorious. He had shown bravery and courage like never before, and had accomplished what many believed was impossible.

From that day forward, his reputation as a fearless fighter and brilliant strategist spread throughout the survivor community. He had become more than just an Alpha within his own group, but a leader for all those who fought for survival in the zombie apocalypse.

The Alpha led his group through the deserted streets, each step calculated and deliberate. His eyes flicking around, taking in every detail. The group was moving towards an abandoned supermarket, one that the Alpha had been scoping out for a few days now.

Silence hung over the group, each member solemnly contemplating their next move. Suddenly, a faint groan echoed through the air, and they all tensed up.

We're getting closer, the Alpha whispered, Stay alert.

As they neared the supermarket, they could see a horde of zombies milling about outside. The Alpha didn't hesitate for a moment; he calmly instructed his group to spread out and draw the zombies away.

The group moved with precision, drawing the zombies away from the entrance. The Alpha himself went inside through a side entrance to scout the area.

A scream pierced through the air, and the Alpha knew he had to act fast. He found a canister of gasoline and a lighter lying on a shelf and quickly formulated a plan.

He poured gasoline all over the zombies outside and lit it up. The explosion was not only loud but also filled with heat.

The zombies shrieked in terror as they burned to death. The Alpha emerged from the supermarket, his face grim but resolute.

Let's move, he barked at his group as they headed towards their next destination.

The sound of gunfire echoed through the alleyways as they journeyed on into the unknown. The Alpha's leadership had taken them this far, but now it was time for them to really test their mettle.

The Alpha felt his strength growing as he watched his team transition from scared survivors.

If you don't do as I say I won't hesitate to feed you to the zombies because I'm not going to allow anyone to question my authority. It's because of me that you're all still alive.

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In the world we live in, it's not always fought with guns and swords. It's fought with minds and cunning. I used to be a hundred pounds overweight, and now I've become a leader to people who once used to look down on me. You don't see me using my intellect to take things that aren't mine. Rather I use it to get us out of the situations we've been stuck in.

I've become an excellent hunter, so effective that I can pick off zombies from almost a mile away. I could have easily robbed any number of groups along the way, but I didn't. Instead I simply found them more supplies for the road, even when that group didn't want my help because they saw me as a nerd instead of human being just like them. It's because of me that we haven't been ambushed by more zombies than we already have.

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