The Dead Zone Gazette is a feature in The Last Stand: Dead Zone. It is used to inform players of any major updates and special events in the game.
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HERC Supply Boxes Found (22 May 2012)
Survivors out in the Dead Zone have reported finding supply boxes left behind by HERC operatives before the fall. Each Supply Box contains a single uncommon, rare or very rare or premium item.
Recycler Accelerated (22 May 2012)
We've jury-rigged the Recycler to work in overdrive for a limited time. The time it takes to recycle multiple items has been reduced dramatically. This should help clean up your inventory to make room for more loot.
Crafting Coming Soon (28 May 2012)
Crafting will be here very soon. Start holding on to your higher quality items as they will provide new materials that will be necessary to craft with! Not long now.
Crafting Now Available! (7 June 2012)
Craft, Upgrade and Enhance your existing weapons and gear with the crafting benches. Rumor is that rare schematics have been found out in the Dead Zone.
New Crafting Items Available (7 June 2012)
There are new crafting items available for making quality weapons and gear. To get them, you'll need to recycle other high quality items from your inventory.
Fuel Drop Increases (7 June 2012)
Reports from our scavengers is that Fuel is now easier to find in the Dead Zone. This may be related to it's increased demand!
Achievements and Tasks Fixed (22 June 2012)
We had zombies in the server room this week. They were chewing on the cables that saved statistics for achievements and tasks. They have been dealt with.
New Achievements Available (25 June 2012)
There's a total of 14 new achievements related to Crafting, Upgrades and Schematics up for grabs with over 95,000 XP attached. Get to it, there's crafting to be done!
Fuel Trading Post: Battle Axe (25 June 2012)
Get medieval with this new premium melee weapon. High damage, large range and good knockback all result in much needed carnage. Now available in the Fuel Trading Post.
Apocalyptic Styling (27 June 2012)
In between updates we thought you might like to personalize your compound a bit. Check out the new Miscellaneous section in the Construction Menu.
4th Of July Decorations (2 July 2012)
Celebrate Independence Day by decorating your compound in patriotic pride. These unique items can be found in the Construction Menu and are only on sale until July 11th.
Defensive Preparations (12 July 2012)
Get prepared for the upcoming Defensive and PVP update by readying your compound with these new barriers. Wooden spikes and barbed wire now in the Construction Menu.
Flags for All (12 July 2012)
Let raiders know who you are and where you're from with an assortment of flags. Now available in the Construction Menu.
Washing Station (19 July 2012)
With the harshness of the road ahead, your survivors will surely need a morale boost. Build the washing station to increase their level of comfort before the storm.
PvP Update (30 July 2012)
Player vs Player combat has been enhanced with cover and suppression systems. Your map of Union City should also be significantly more populated now.
Barricade Improvements (30 July 2012)
Defensive barricades can now be connected to each other. They can also have survivors assigned to them. Fill the gaps in your defenses now!
Get Protected (6 August 2012)
With all this raiding going on, protection services are popping up everywhere. Getting 3 days of Protection is now 33% cheaper. Protection is available from the Fuel Trading Post.
Weapon Balance (10 August 2012)
We've done a damage overhaul on all the weapons to make your Green, Blue and Purple items more valuable. ALL weapons have had a damage reduction. Infected health has dropped to match.
Keycard Pack Sale (21 August 2012)
Key Card packs of all levels are currently 20% off their usual price for a limited time. Unlock HERC supply boxes for random quality loot!
Gold AK-47 On Sale! (31 August 2012)
The ultimate in "Hey look at me" weapons is on sale for a limited time. A whopping 40% off. Be the first on your block to show off some shiny.
Traps (September 18 2012)
Construct traps to better protect your compound from raiders. If you're in a pinch, activate them against the infected for maximum carnage.
Communications System Live (September 18 2012)
The communications system is now live. Build a Radio Receiver, Radio Tower and Two-Way to communicate with your fellow survivors!
Ammunition Supplies Running Out (September 25 2012)
The amount of ammunition available in the Dead Zone is dwindling, rapidly. We might need to start rationing soon. Suggest that you start sharpening your blades and ready your hammers!
Deathmobile Weekend (September 28 2012)
Someone poured something into the Deathmobiles gas tank overnight. Mission return times have been slashed for THIS WEEKEND ONLY.
Go bust some heads and return quicker!
Melee Update (October 8 2012)
High level melee weapons as well as some big changes to the melee mechanics are now in place. Infected now have a chance to knockback survivors so beware!
DPS Calculations Updated (October 8 2012)
The way DPS has been calculated has been fixed to include Reload, Burst and Capacity as factors. This change provides more accurate Damage Per Second estimates for your weapons.
Reduced Return Times (October 11 2012)
Return time for missions have been reduced by 50% - Play more often, run more missions. To balance things out, we've added Rested XP, reduced XP from kills and adjusted loot drops.
Deathmobile Upgrade! (October 11 2012)
You can now upgrade your Deathmobile return vehicle for a one time fee. With this upgrade, you'll reduce ALL of your mission return times by over 90% permanently.
Ammo System Is Live (October 25 2012)
Ammunition is now a necessary resource. You've been given some to start out.
MAKE SURE YOU BUILD YOUR NEW AMMO STORAGE AND DROP-OFF BUILDINGS!
Halloween Weapons (October 25 2012)
All Hallows' Eve is upon us. Introducing the Harvester and Ash's Right Hand. Premium Halloween themed weapons, only available during our Halloween celebrations.
Halloween Decorations (October 25 2012)
Hanging trees, skull piles and pre-filled coffins are all available for trade in the Misc tab of the construction menu. While you're there - check the traps menu too!
Brookvale North Unlocked (October 25 2012)
New high level area for players Level 20+ is now available. Contains 4 new location types including Construction Sites, Subway Stations, Parks and Suburban Streets.
Halloween Weapons 50% Off (October 31 2012)
The Harvester and Ash's Right Hand are now half price to celebrate All Hallows' Eve. Get them at this price until sunrise on November the 1st!
Attention: Dead Zone (November 13 2012)
All survivors are ordered to execute the directive outlined in your tasks list. View your objectives to view Dead Zone tasks.
Thanksgiving Sale - 30% Off All Fuel (November 23 2012)
To celebrate Thanksgiving and Black Friday all Fuel will be 30% off until November the 25th.
Get in and get your discounted fuel now!
Unique And Rare Items (November 28 2012)
Rare and Unique items have started appearing in the Dead Zone. Weapons and gear of legendary status all with unusual names. Report any finds of this type in the communications channel!
Merry Z-Mas (December 18 2012)
It's Z-Mas time. That means Infected Santa will be coming down your compound chimney soon. He also brought some high level enemy friends.
Dead Zone Task! (December 18 2012)
Everyone needs to seek out the parts for their Z-Mas Tree in time for Z-Mas morning. Otherwise, no presents for anyone! Build the Z-Mas Tree from the Misc tab in the Construction Menu.
Z-Mas Boxes (December 18 2012)
In both the naughty and nice variety. One has a plethora of riches, the other, well it's mostly coal. Complete the Z-Mas Tree Dead Zone Task to get your hands on some free Naughty Z-Mas Keys!
Trading! (December 20 2012)
Player to Player trading is now available. There's a Transport Cost to keep things balanced and stop exploitation. You can start a trade through the Communications System and using the new Trade channel.
Apocalypse in the Apocalypse Sale! (December 21 2012)
Apparently it's the apocalypse is coming, we say it's already here. Get 30% off Fuel for the next 24 hours before the world ends, again!
Merry Z-Mas! Again! (December 22 2012)
We've created a new task to make sure everyone who starts building a Z-Mas tree before December 25 this year gets their gifts! Check your task list!
Half Price Trading (January 8 2013)
The transportation cost for trading has been cut by 50% for the next few days!
Activate your communication system and get into the Trade channel to see if you can find yourself a deal.
The Store (January 10 2013)
The Fuel Trading Post was overrun and is now under new management who've reopened it under the much more sensible name "The Store".
Books Have Arrived! (January 10 2013)
Use the slots in the top left to assign books to your compound. Books can do everything from reduce your return times to increase the number of infected attacks you'll see. Find them in the Dead Zone or The Store now!
Packages! (January 22 2013)
From time to time, Packages will arrive at your Compound. Check them for FREE items as well as premium Packs that contain discounted Fuel and items.
10 New Books! (January 22 2013)
A new selection of books have started appearing in the Dead Zone. Crossing all category (categories,) these books are (a) bit unusual and offer alternatives to the existing books.
New Suburbs (January 23 2013)
Brookvale East and West are now open for high level players. New weapons, new location types and new crafting item(s) are also available.
A Crudely Written Note... (January 31 2013)
A dirty handwritten note was nailed to the compound wall this morning.
"We can make things easier for you and your friends if you just do w(h)at we say."
Another Note... (February 5 2013)
The handwriting looks the same as the last note, once again it's nailed to the wall.
"We will have a proposition for you soon." is scrawled across it.
Yet Another Note... (February 11 2013)
Left in the doorway to your compound, another note.
"It is almost time to light the fire. We will provide the starter". Once again it's signed X.
X's Proposition (February 12 2013)
A hooded and masked figure approaches your compound, this must be the person leaving the notes.
"Destroy the order in this place. Bring down those around you. Start the fire if you're game."
Survivors! (February 14 2013)
This note appears to have been printed, it is slightly faded and partially readable.
"Survivors! We are concerned by the recent actions you have taken, this is not the way forward!"
Active Gear Slot Unlocked! (February 19 2013)
Fragmentation grenades, smoke grenades and explosive charges are now available to find and craft in the Dead Zone.
Right click to activate them when equipped.
Happy 1st Anniversary! (February 22 2013)
Times might be tough, but it's been a year since we started our new life in the Dead Zone.
It's not much but we managed to get a few gifts together.
Anniversary Sale! (February 22 2013)
Most fuel packages are now 30% OFF for a limited time. All discounted Fuel packs come with bonus books!
Get in before they're gone!
F.U.E.L Generator (February 26 2013)
Got some extra resources laying around? The wonderous F.U.E.L Generator is the machine for you. Build it, stock it and wait. Be careful, its output can be stolen in raids!
Bounty Office - Now Open (March 13 2013)
Raiders can now be punished by placing a bounty on their head. Doing so will expose them to the entire Dead Zone.
You can also hunt for bounties to claim the Fuel reward!
No Loot For Failure (March 13 2013)
We've changed the rules for failing missions and raids. If all of your survivors are injured during a raid or a mission, you won't get any of the items or resources taken.
Fuel Bonuses Updated (March 13 2013)
The bonus items for buying fuel have been updated with all new items. Includes a range of exclusive books!
Clothing and Customization (March 20 2013)
Your survivors can now wear clothing items. At the moment, only hats are available.
Find them through supply boxes and packages!
Hats in the Dead Zone (March 21 2013)
There's a selection of hats now being found out in the Dead Zone. They're extremely rare but wearable by any survivor.
A Message From The Foundation (April 10 2013)
A flyer found in the street reads: "Survivors of this great tragedy, we appeal to you today to ask your co-operation. The founding of new structure and order is hard fought and required for our survival."
New Message From The Foundation (April 16 2013)
A printed flyer, held by a dead survivor: "The beacons are the answer, do as instructed, do as you are asked. Safety and deliverance are in your reach."
Construct The Beacon (April 23 2013)
"Find the parts required and construct the Beacon. All able citizens participate. All able citizens will be rewarded." - The Foundation
[Check your Community Tasks]
Notice! (May 3 2013)
"Time is running out for us to complete the beacons. Our scouts suggest parts can be found amongst military equipment. Construct them quickly!" - The Foundation
[Check your Community Tasks]
Injury Update (May 15 2013)
We've changed the way that injuries work. We removed the timers and added a collection of medical items to treat injuries instead. Head out and start scavenging them!
Medical Bench (May 15 2013)
The Medical Bench allows you to craft the new medical items used to treat injuries.
Low grade medical items are free to craft, higher grade items will require some fuel.
Inventory Update (May 15 2013)
We've started updating the inventory screens across the whole game. The update allows for more filtering and an expanded list of item categories.
Item Changes (May 15 2013)
We fixed the calculations for ALL WEAPONS AND GEAR that have modifications to them. The formula now correctly shows the total of their underlying stats instead of an inaccurate number.
Injury Tweaks (May 23 2013)
We've made some changes to high grade Medical Item drop rates, the severities of injuries and the maximum amount of injuries you can get.
Fuel Sale! (May 27 2013)
For this Memorial Day weekend, we've taken 30% OFF most fuel purchases. Stock up now!
Fuel Sale Ending! (May 28 2013)
There's only a short time left to get 30% OFF fuel packages. Get in and stock up before the offer expires!
Recycler Update (May 29 2013)
We've improved the interface on the Recycler to make it easier to get rid of those excess weapons and gear items.
You can now filter items by type, quality, and level.
Brookvale South Now Open (May 31 2013)
This Level 27-30 area is now unlocked and brings with it a bunch of new weapons.
There's also a new Gun Store environment available to help you start your collection off.
Upgrade Your Inventory (May 31 2013)
You can now purchase an upgrade to permanently increase your inventory size from 500 to 1000 item slots.
It's available for cash or fuel and works with all existing inventory improvement Books.
Premium Crafting (May 31 2013)
Don't want your Premium Weapons to go to waste? You can now craft new higher powered versions by using them as a base. Check your Weapons Bench now!
Alliances Stage #1 (June 16 2013)
The first step in Alliances is here! You can now create, join and communicate with other survivors through your Alliance. Get your banner up and start recruiting in the chat!
Alliance Banner (June 16 2013)
In order to access Alliances, you'll need to first build an Alliance Banner Stand to fly that banner high.
You can find it in the General section of the construction menu.
Injury Changes (June 16 2013)
Injuries now heal over time, also getting minor injuries only occur once survivors health goes into the red (below 50% of their total health).
Uncle Sam Pack (July 4 2013)
Show some patriotism with Uncle Sam's hat and beard set. Only available until the 8th of July, 2013. Can be worn by anyone all year round!
4th of July Decorations (July 4 2013)
Celebrate Independence Day by decorating your compound in patriotic pride. These unique items are only on sale until July 8th. Find them in the Misc section of the construction menu.
Compound Doors (July 9 2013)
Increase the security of your compound with these doors. They can only be placed in the compound doorways and can be fired through.
Small Alliance Update (July 9 2013)
We've added the ability to allow Founders to edit your Alliance Banner once for free! We've also added the ability to disband alliances for those who want out.
New Fuel Packages (July 26 2013)
All new fuel packages are now available including exclusive premium clothing. The packages will only [be][1] available for a limited time.
Alliance Ranks (August 1 2013)
Founders of Alliances can now assign and edit ranks within their Alliance. Giving permissions to your members to post on your Alliance Wall, recruit members and issue promotions.
New Weapons and Gear (August 28 2013)
The areas of Pinedale and Brookvale Banks are stocked with new unseen gear and weaponry to add to your arsenal.
Packages Available (August 28 2013)
Check your packages, there's some bundles and ex[c]lusive[1] items available. Weapon bundles and individual Ballistic Masks available!
New Locations (August 28 2013)
Pinedale and Brookvale Banks are now open at level 30 and level 32. There's also two new location types, Depot and Military Base.
Crafting Bench Upgrades (September 2 2013)
Your Weapons Bench and Gear Bench can now be upgraded to level 12. This will allow you to craft and upgrade items up to level 40. New schematics are out in the Dead Zone too!
Happy Labor Day (September 2 2013)
To celebrate your labors in the Dead Zone, we've got 33% OFF Fuel Packages until 12:01 on Tuesday September 3rd.
Alliance Wars Are Here! (September 10 2013)
Compete with other Alliances for top ranks on the War Leaderboard. Work with your alliance members to complete Alliance Tasks and earn Tokens.
Alliance Wars Trials Rounds (September 10 2013)
For the first week, we'll be running test rounds of the Alliance Wars. During these rounds there will not be any Fuel Rewards.
The War For Fuel Begins (September 16 2013)
Alliance Wars are now in full swing. You'll have 2 weeks to compete for Fuel rewards, complete War Tasks and gain War Boosts through spending Tokens.
Raid Return Weekend (October 11 2013)
Raid Returns will take a maximum of 1.5 hours for this weekend only! Finish this War Round in a flurry and leave a trail of destruction in your wake!
Alliance War - Rule Changes (October 14 2013)
You can't lose points from raids now, so raid without fear. New rules for Abandoning and Alliance wide lockouts for attacks to stop scouting.
Halloween is Here! (October 21 2013)
It's that time of year again, where the Dead Zone gets that little bit extra... strange. New Treacherous Trick or Treat Trunks, limited time Halloween Premium Crafting and more!
Halloween Packages (October 21 2013)
Grab the Huge Halloween Hamper or pick up Halloween limited time clothing items individually. Dead Zone mostly has your costume needs covered. Mostly.
Medical Item Bug (October 25 2013)
We had a serious bug which caused players to lose all of the medical items they used to heal an injury! To apologize, we're giving some items and fuel to all players over level 6. We've also doubled the drop rate of medical items for a while.
Free Medical Recovery Package (October 25 2013)
Check your packages for your Free Medical Recovery Pack if you're level 6 or above. The packages are scaled based on your level. Again, we're really sorry about the loss of these items.
Lucifer's Trident (October 29 2013)
This satanic skewer is now available for crafting at high levels. Only available to craft for a limited time, gather your Haunted Metal!
Halloween Fuel Sale Tomorrow! (October 30 2013)
We'll have some exclusive Halloween Packages available tomorrow that include discounted fuel and some new Halloween hats!
Halloween Fuel Packages (October 31 2013)
We've got discounted Fuel, New Clothing, and items bundled up for you. Happy Halloween and check your packages!
Halloween Hunt (Community Task) (October 31 2013)
The spread of evil is strong this Halloween. Band together and hunt Evil Pumpkin Head Infected to claim some free Keys! Check your Dead Zone tasks!
Halloween Crafting Re-Do! (November 19 2013)
Some players had trouble with their limited time crafting of Halloween items last week, so we've brought them back for 3 more days. Last chance to craft these!
Happy Thanksgiving! (November 28 2013)
30% Off Fuel and Thanksgiving Hats now available. Check your Packages for more details!
Happy Z-Mas! (December 19 2013)
It's Z-Mas time! Check your packages for new clothing as well as a FREE gift from us here at Con Artist Games as a thankyou for being part of the Dead Zone.
Z-Mas Gift Hunt! (December 19 2013)
Collect the gifts that Infected Santa has dropped in his undead stupor. There's keys and a gift in it if everyone pitches in!
Z-Mas Crafting (December 19 2013)
Oversized Candy Cane or an Explosive Z-Mas decoration tickle your fancy? Check the crafting menu for limited time schematics!
Vintage Weapons (December 19 2013)
We've made new, higher level versions of a large number of weapons. As a result, the old versions are now marked as Vintage. There's no change to stats, just a new Vintage tag. Items marked as Vintage won't drop anymore.
Winter Update (February 5 2014)
It's still cold outside. Best stay warm. There's an updated Store, three new suburbs to explore, new Maps, new Weapons and new Schematics to keep you busy!
2 Year Anniversary Weekend! (February 21 2014)
Dead Zone is all grown up now. To celebrate, we've got a Birthday Box and Birthday Card-Key for you. Check your packages to claim yours now!
Birthday Hats (February 21 2014)
To celebrate, we're having a Cowboy Fairy Princess Unicorn Pirate Robot Party. Check the store for hats and a sale on the 22nd!
Survivor Updates (February 26 2014)
You can now re-spec your Leader's stats. Your survivors also have voices, you can change them as well as your survivors gender and skin tone now!
Improved Raid Log (February 26 2014)
We've added much more detail to raid reports, including an export function which will give you the report in image format. Full details of your attackers and actions are now shown!
Long XP Weekend (March 14 2014)
Get +50% MORE XP from killing infected this slightly extended weekend only. Enjoy!
Long Rifle and PvP Changes (March 24 2014)
Alliance Wars will be taking 2 week break while we introduce some changes to Long Rifles, Suppression and Raiding AI. Check the forum for details - forum.conartistgames.com
Alton (April 16 2014)
High level players can now access Alton, a suburb on the east coastline of the Dead Zone. The suburbs meets with industry and urban constructions.
Warren Has Brought Discounts (April 18 2014)
Meet "Warren". He's brought discount fuel with him. Check the store for cheap fuel and your very own Warren masks.
New Map Variants (May 15 2014)
New map variants are now available for Suburban Street, Construction Site, Highway, Warehouse, Department Stores, Streets, Military Bases and Depots!
Old Map Re-Vamp (May 15 2014)
We've done a pass over all 40+ of the existing maps to update them with newer search items and new decorations. It's like a whole new city, kind of.
New Fuel Bundles (May 27 2014)
We've updated the Fuel bundles for the first time in 6 months, check out the new bonus items on offer including a collection of new clothing items.
Speed Week (June 2 2014)
Return times for Missions and Raids are capped at a maximum of 2 hours this week. Hurry, ends June 9.
Infamous Items (June 17, 2014)
Collect Infamous Components from breaking down Uniques and Rares & find some Infamous Notes in the Dead Zone to start crafting them today!
4th of July Week (July 2, 2014)
Collect American Alloy and craft yourself the 2nd Ammendment,[1] an improvised minigun and boombox and Lady Liberty a full size replica of the famous torch!
Raiding Practice (July 2, 2014)
You can now practice raiding against your own compound. Practicing is free and harmless and you'll be fighting against clones of your own survivors.
Infected Bounty Masks (August 12, 2014)
Over Level 10? Complete Infected Bounties for a chance to get exclusive Bounty Ballistic Masks. They're not available anywhere else!
Make Your Own Luck (August 19, 2014)
Did you know manual missions now have an increased chance at finding quality Weapons and Gear? Well they do. You can even attempt an Infected Bounty while you loot!
