Stage 3, the undead have entered a cocoon-like state where all energy reserves have been re-directed to sustain the growing parasite pupa. This stage is a visual representation of how it feels to be in a Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue flare up.
I wanted the design to convey the heaviness, physical and mental decline that comes with a flare-up. In ‘medium’ level flare-ups you are unable to move much, crawling slowly is your best mode of transport with frequent stops, you are unable to digest or eat – the energy it takes to chew out-weighing the small amount of energy your body can gain from the sustenance, light is painful, and your mind is so clouded thoughts are rare.

2025