An undead person commonly found in the spiritual belief system of voodoo. Zombies are humans who have had their soul stolen by supernatural means and are forced to work for their "zombie master". Another more morbid version, that are often portrayed in horror films, depict zombies as cannibalistic beings.
Zombie is a term used to describe a hypnotized person bereft of consciousness and self-awareness, yet ambulant and able to respond to surrounding stimuli. Of voodoo origin, the word initially referred to a curse cast by sorcerers (or bokors) allowing them to take control of a person's mind, therefore affecting his or her actions. However, due to significant influence of Haitian Vodou and New Orleans Voodoo on witchcraft mythology, this meaning soon morphed into that of a human corpse mysteriously reanimated to serve the undead.
Zombie may be raised with the use of spells and necromancy, by the demonic power of Samhain, and even by Death himself. When first raised, their memories and personalities may be intact, and they can behave like normal, rational beings for several days before becoming violent and cannibalistic. Methods of dispatch generally involve beheading, staking, or fire.
Powers and Abilities
Superhuman strength
Superhuman speed
Regeneration
Impervious to harm
Can cause death to surrounding plant life
Vulnerabilities
Decapitation
Head shot
Being staked inside their coffin with silver
Complete obliteration of the body
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Supernatural Creatures
ParanormaleAll monsters, ghosts, and demons faced by Sam and Dean Winchester. NOTE: The lore on these creatures are from the TV Series Supernatural and may not be 100% true.
