NPCs can die and turn into zombies, or accidentally push the player into a horde while fleeing in panic.
Not everyone is friendly. You may encounter hostile raiders who attempt to take over your base or lone bandits who might shoot on sight. NPCs can die and turn into zombies, or
Use the "U" key or right-click menu to give orders like "Follow," "Guard," or "Loot". NPCs can die and turn into zombies, or
Survivors need food and water; they will search for these in your base's food zones automatically. NPCs can die and turn into zombies, or