Of the myriad ways in which the Earth’s inhabitants could potentially be destroyed, a zombie apocalypse is undoubtedly one of the least impressive. Though a zombie apocalypse is decidedly scary, unpleasant, and would “get the job done” as the unromantic expression goes, it tends to lack the qualities and traits that truly cataclysmic destruction requires. These traits include intelligence, charisma, and the ability to organize as a group.

Intelligence

It’s no secret that when a human turns zombie, it’s downhill from there. Sure, a zombie doesn’t have to worry about personal hygiene, working a 9 to 5 job, or paying annual income taxes, but zombies also don’t get to enjoy the benefit of brains... except when they’re eating them. With a bit more intelligence, zombies would realize that they have to organize themselves before they can manage a true takeover. Otherwise, zombies simply aren’t impressing anyone.

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