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A Supermarket is a place where food or supplies are commonly stored. These are great for raiding, but not advised to be used as a base as others will also think of raiding it.

Advantages[]

  • In larger shops there is enough space for large 30+ groups to comfortably stay, and that is a very conservative estimate.
  • There will be all sorts of supplies including: Non-perishable food, water & non-perishable drinks, weapons, over the counter drugs, a possible pharmacy, some hardware equipment, basic auto supplies, hygiene items, and entertainment items
  • Easy to fortify as long as the front windows are dealt with. Also several possible exits in case of emergency including: The front doors, the back doors, the cargo bay, and the fire exit. Though some circumstances might make escape harder.
  • There may be some gardening supplies during spring that can be used for more long term survival.
  • Easy to find.
  • Usually along the main roads making getting around easy.

Disadvantages[]

  • Easy to find
  • Very impractical for smaller groups due to the large size.
  • High priority target for other survivors and bandits alike.
  • Tend to be in high population density areas.
  • Will likely be full of zombies.
  • When asked people commonly list stores as where they'd go in an apocalypse. So you won't be alone.
  • Keeping track of all the entries may prove difficult.
  • Little land to farm on.
  • Likely to be very picked over by the time you arrive, unless you are very lucky or looking for something very specific.
  • By the time you/your group arrives another, possibly hostile group is likely to have already taken it due to it's advantages.
  • Usually along the main roads meaning many people will pass by and could see you.
  • Require a large group to fortify.
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