They're not alone—more ahead! Hold up! I see more of them! Shit! Reinforcements incoming! Keep sharp! They're bringing friends! More targets spotted! Stay low! They're flanking us—move! We've got company—lots of it! Stay on your toes! They're closing in! They're surrounding us—don’t get pinned down! Ambush! More of them, dead ahead! Looks like they’re hunting in packs. Stay alert! We’ve got more eyes on us. Careful now! Shit—it's not just one squad! They're moving in groups. Don’t get caught out! I count more... Maybe too many! They’re working together—this just got worse. Careful! They're spreading out to corner us! Another wave—hold them back! Damn it—they’re multiplying! We’re not alone. More footsteps in the dark. They’re closing in fast—stay sharp! It’s not just us and him—there’s more out there. More shadows moving—eyes open! This isn’t a fair fight—more on their side. Listen! I hear more of them nearby. Reinforcements? Just our luck! We’ve got ourselves a crowd now. They’re multiplying like rats—watch it! He’s not fighting alone. I see more ahead. Spread out—they’re coming from all sides! It’s never just one. Prepare yourself! They're regrouping—this won’t end well. Careful! They’ve got numbers on their side. More footsteps—can’t tell how many! Sounds like a whole squad is moving in! Backup’s here—and it’s not for us! It’s a damned hornet’s nest out there! We’re walking into a crowd—stay low! That’s too many for comfort. Watch your back. They're calling for help—this isn’t over. I’ve got a bad feeling... There’s more out there. One’s a distraction—there are more behind him! Too quiet... They're regrouping somewhere. It’s not just him; they’re hunting in packs. Can’t take them all head-on—think fast! More enemies—this just got worse. Their numbers are growing. We need to move! Stay calm! More incoming from the left! We've stumbled into a nest. They’re everywhere! They’ve got the upper hand—too many of them! I’m seeing movement—too much of it. They’re surrounding us. Hold your ground! This isn’t a skirmish anymore—it’s a fight for survival. Another wave’s coming—brace yourself! We’re outnumbered. This might get ugly! Enemies closing in—every direction! They're swarming us. Move fast, think faster! More in the shadows—they’re waiting for their moment! Don’t let them box us in! There’s too many of them—we’ll have to fight smart! They're closing ranks—watch for a charge! It's more than we bargained for. Stay alert! Keep your head on a swivel—they’re everywhere! Too many to count. Don’t get overwhelmed! We’re in deep now—they’ve got us outgunned. Watch your sides! They’re spreading out! They’re trying to outflank us. Stay mobile! More coming in from the distance—keep an eye out! They’ve got us surrounded—no easy way out. Looks like we kicked the hornet’s nest. This isn’t just a patrol—they’re organized! Another group on the horizon—they’ve spotted us! Hold your ground! They’re coming in fast! It’s an infestation out here. Stay vigilant! Too many to face head-on. We need to outmaneuver them! They're regrouping—something’s not right. More movement in the trees. Stay frosty! They’ve spotted us—fall back or fight! More signals incoming—they’re converging on us! Looks like they’ve got reinforcements on standby. More targets incoming! Stay steady! They're creeping closer. Keep your wits about you. We’re about to be overwhelmed—think fast! They’re coming in waves—stay strong! Movement behind us—watch your back! This fight isn’t over. They’ve got more in reserve! They're swarming the area—don’t let them close in! Their numbers are growing by the second! They’re calling for reinforcements. Get ready! It’s not safe here—too many hostile eyes. More boots on the ground—stay hidden! The odds just got worse. Brace yourself! Watch out—they’ve got us in their sights! More signatures closing in fast! This isn’t just a fight—it’s a damn war zone now! We're surrounded—pick your targets wisely! They're out there, waiting for the right moment. It’s not just one wave—they’re coming in layers. We've been spotted! They’re converging on us! More movement out there—this isn’t going to end quickly. It looks like a military stalker has found us! There's a soldier nearby! He may have spotted us while on patrol. It's the Military! Shoot to kill! They rarely bother arresting stalkers like they’re supposed to. A military hound has spotted us - likely scouting the area for his squad. Spetsnaz!? One of Kuznetsov’s enforcers, no doubt. I think it's a soldier doing reconnaissance. Military spotted! Stay low and don’t let them see you. Shit! It’s the army—let’s not give them an excuse to open fire. Soldier ahead! You know how this ends if they see us. Military patrol! We’re in their sights now. They’ve got the advantage. It’s the damn army! Military boots on the ground. We need to stay sharp! Soldier spotted. Don’t let him radio for backup. It’s a soldier. Probably here to remind us we’re not welcome. Great, the army’s here. Let’s hope it’s not a whole squad. Military dog on patrol—he’s probably not alone. Army ahead. They’ll shoot first and bury us later. Careful! That’s a soldier. They don’t take prisoners. Military presence here? What are they sniffing around for? It’s a government dog. He’s probably scouting for trouble. A soldier’s on our trail. Keep quiet and stay hidden. Military eyes are on us. Move carefully. They’ve sent the army in again. Something’s brewing. Army ahead! Don’t give them a reason to unload on us. Another military patrol—let’s not stick around. Military spotted! They won’t hesitate to gun us down. Army scum out here again. We’ll need to move fast. Looks like a lone soldier, but where’s the rest? The military’s sniffing around again. Keep your weapon ready. Soldier sighted! I bet his squad’s not far behind. Another lapdog of the state—don’t let him call for backup! Government muscle ahead. We’ll need to tread carefully. Military spotted. They’ll shoot to kill if they see us. That’s the military for you—always watching, always shooting. Careful, soldier up ahead. He’ll be calling the shots. Looks like Kuznetsov’s boys are out and about again. Army presence detected. That’s never a good sign. A soldier’s patrol just crossed paths with us—watch yourself. Spetsnaz sighted! We’re in deep trouble now. Military’s out in force. Something’s going down. Another army dog sniffing around. Let’s make it quick. A soldier’s patrol just passed through here. Let’s move. Military presence? Damn, they never quit, do they? Looks like the Zone isn’t quiet enough for them anymore. Military spotted! No time for second thoughts—act now! Careful, those soldiers will shoot anything that moves. State dogs are out again. Better stay out of their sight. Spotted a soldier. Let’s hope he’s as blind as his bosses. Military presence confirmed—this just got a lot riskier. Soldier up ahead. I doubt he’s here to chat. It's just a bandit. I think it's a bandit. Some punk looking for an easy score if I had to guess. Is that a bandit? Those assholes killed my friend. I’m coming for you! Looks like one of Sultan’s spineless bastards. It's... heh. No worries. It's just some thieving rat from Dark Valley. A bandit? Typical scum looking for a handout—or a corpse to loot. It’s a bandit. Those bastards are everywhere these days. Looks like some wannabe tough guy from Garbage. Easy pickings. Another bandit. Let’s show him what happens when you mess with stalkers. Bandit scum—looks like he hasn’t bathed in weeks. Sultan’s dogs are out again. Let’s see if they can bark without teeth. Another rat crawled out of the Dark Valley. Let’s put him back in the dirt. Just a bandit—probably dreaming about vodka and easy loot. Bandit spotted. Bet he’s got more friends hiding around here. One of Sultan’s lackeys, no doubt. Time to remind him who runs this Zone. A thug from Garbage, by the looks of it. They always think they’re invincible. Bandit ahead! Watch your pockets—and your back. It’s a bandit. Let’s see how tough he is without his gang. Ugh, another lowlife from the swamps. Bet he smells like them too. That’s a bandit if I’ve ever seen one—cheap gun and an attitude to match. Bandits. Cockroaches of the Zone—kill one, and ten more show up. Sultan must be scraping the bottom of the barrel with this one. Another bandit. He’d sell his own mother for a handful of rubles. It’s a bandit. Let’s show him the Zone doesn’t tolerate freeloaders. That bandit looks drunk—or just stupid. Maybe both. More bandit filth. They’re like weeds—you can’t get rid of them. A lone bandit? Hah! He’s either brave or really, really stupid. Looks like some bandit scrounging for scraps. Let’s take him out. A bandit? Heh, I’ve seen rats with more courage. It’s a bandit. Thinks the Zone owes him a favor, no doubt. Bandit ahead. Let’s see if he’s as tough as he thinks he is. Another thug from Dark Valley. Same stink, same attitude. Bandit sighted. Let’s hope he’s not smart enough to run. Typical bandit scum. Bet he’s dreaming of a big score. Looks like a bandit. No honor, no brain, no future. Bandit filth ahead. Let’s clean up the Zone a little. Is that a bandit? Easy prey if you ask me. Sultan’s dogs never stray far from the pack. Keep an eye out for more. Looks like one of Sultan’s errand boys. Let’s send him back in pieces. Bandit scum. Probably thought today would be easy. Wrong. A bandit? Let’s see if he bleeds like the others. Another rat from Dark Valley. Nothing but trouble. That bandit looks like he’s itching for a fight. Let’s give him one. It’s just a bandit. Doesn’t mean he’s not dangerous. Another thief who thinks the Zone owes him something. Pathetic. Bandit spotted. Easy to kill, but harder to forget their stink. Sultan’s boys are out again. Let’s thin the herd. A thug from the Garbage. No doubt hoping for an easy mark. Bandit ahead. Let’s show him who really owns the Zone. That’s a bandit if I’ve ever seen one. Filth in human form. It's Clear Sky. I think it's a Clear Sky member. Did the Renegades chase them out? If I had to guess, it’s a goose from the swamps. Are they lost? Is that Clear Sky? They’ve been quiet for some time now. I see of those Clear Sky members. Think they grew tired of the swamps? Clear Sky? They don’t usually stray far from their precious swamps. A Clear Sky stalker? Rare to see one out in the open like this. That’s Clear Sky all right. Wonder what they’re doing so far from home. Clear Sky? Thought they’d all disappeared by now. Looks like one of those swamp-dwellers from Clear Sky. Clear Sky? Haven’t seen one of them in a long time. A Clear Sky member? What are they doing so far from the swamps? That’s Clear Sky for sure. Looks like they’re exploring again. Clear Sky in the wild? Guess the swamps weren’t exciting enough. One of Clear Sky’s scientists, maybe? They always had their heads in the clouds. Is that Clear Sky? Haven’t heard from them since the swamps went quiet. Clear Sky. Always trying to understand the Zone while everyone else just survives it. Looks like Clear Sky’s still around. Thought the Zone had swallowed them whole. Clear Sky? Hah, those swamp rats must be feeling brave today. A Clear Sky stalker? Guess the swamps weren’t enough to keep them busy. That’s Clear Sky, no doubt. Wonder if they’re still obsessed with “understanding” the Zone. Clear Sky out here? Either they’re lost or they’ve got a death wish. Haven’t seen Clear Sky outside the swamps in years. What’s going on? Clear Sky? Guess they’re still clinging to their idealistic dreams. Clear Sky’s out and about? Must mean trouble is brewing somewhere. That’s a Clear Sky stalker. Wonder if they’ve made any progress with their research. Clear Sky? Thought the Zone had wiped them out by now. Clear Sky’s been laying low for so long. Why show up now? A Clear Sky member? Always poking around where they don’t belong. Is that Clear Sky? Must be desperate to come this far from the swamps. Clear Sky? Thought they’d given up on their little crusade by now. That’s Clear Sky for sure. They’re always after something mysterious. Clear Sky out here? Must be something big to draw them out of hiding. Clear Sky? What’s next, Monolith planting flowers? Looks like Clear Sky is still poking around. Some things never change. That’s a Clear Sky stalker. Always thought they were too clever for their own good. Clear Sky? Didn’t expect to see one so far from their swamp. Is that Clear Sky? Wonder what they’ve dug up this time. Clear Sky? Never thought I’d see one out of their element. Looks like Clear Sky still has a few members left. Color me surprised. Clear Sky in the Zone? They’re either brave or incredibly stupid. That’s a Clear Sky stalker, all right. Haven’t seen one in ages. Clear Sky? Looks like they’re finally venturing out of their comfort zone. A Clear Sky member? Guess they haven’t given up their quest yet. Clear Sky? They must be desperate to leave the safety of the swamps. That’s Clear Sky. Still chasing their dream of “understanding” the Zone, I bet. Clear Sky in the wild? What are they looking for this time? Clear Sky? Maybe they’ve finally decided to get their hands dirty. That’s Clear Sky. Haven’t seen one since the Renegades tore them apart. A Clear Sky stalker? Wonder if they’ll talk or just keep to themselves. It's Duty. Appears to be a member of Duty. Assholes... I think it's a Dutyer. Who made them policemen of the Zone anyways? We've been spotted by a Duty drone from Rostok. One setback after another shows they aren’t invincible. We're fighting one of those fascist brick walls. Where the hell do they get all that gear? Duty spotted. Let’s hope they’re not in one of their moods. It’s a Duty soldier. Always sticking their noses where they don’t belong. Duty again. Bet they’re here to tell us how we’re “ruining” the Zone. A Dutyer? Great, just what we needed—more rules and lectures. Duty ahead. Wonder if they’re lost or just looking for trouble. Looks like a Duty grunt. They’re always so damn serious. Duty? Wonder if they’ll try to boss us around this time. Another Dutyer. Always marching in like they own the place. Duty patrol spotted. Better watch yourself—they don’t play nice. Duty’s here again. Probably on one of their crusades against Freedom. A member of Duty? Let’s hope they’re in a forgiving mood today. Duty scum spotted. Wonder how many speeches they’ve got ready. It’s a Dutyer. Probably thinks he’s saving the world or something. Duty? Guess they’re here to “protect” us again. That’s a Duty soldier. Always so self-righteous, aren’t they? Duty spotted. Looks like they’re itching for a fight. Duty grunt ahead. Let’s not give him a reason to draw that rifle. Another Dutyer. Probably thinks he’s doing us all a favor just by existing. Duty patrol? Must be here to “protect humanity” or whatever they preach. It’s Duty. Let’s keep moving before they start asking questions. Duty ahead. Just what we need—more military types breathing down our necks. A Dutyer. Let’s see if he’s as tough as the uniform makes him look. Duty member spotted. Probably off to play hero somewhere. Duty soldier? Guess he didn’t get the memo about minding his own business. Duty spotted. Bet he’s got a whole squad nearby. It’s one of Duty’s lapdogs. Wonder who they’re chasing this time. Duty soldier sighted. Always ready to lecture you while pointing a gun at your face. Looks like a Dutyer. They never seem to mind their own business, do they? Duty grunt spotted. Let’s hope he’s not in a trigger-happy mood. Duty? Guess they’re out patrolling for Freedom members again. A Dutyer? They act like they own the Zone. Duty presence here? Must mean they’re on one of their holy missions. Duty spotted. Probably out hunting anomalies or stalkers—they don’t care which. Duty grunt ahead. Always more interested in control than survival. That’s Duty, all right. Tough, well-equipped, and as annoying as ever. Duty soldier spotted. Wonder if he’ll demand we “fall in line.” Looks like one of Duty’s poster boys. Always ready to play the hero. Duty ahead. Let’s keep our distance—they’ve got itchy trigger fingers. Duty presence confirmed. Bet they’re gearing up for another fight with Freedom. It’s a Dutyer. Wonder if he’s lost or just out to prove something. Duty spotted. Let’s hope they’re not looking for a reason to flex their authority. Another Duty soldier. Always ready to turn the Zone into their personal warzone. Duty sighted. They’re always looking for someone to boss around. That’s a Duty soldier. Best to avoid getting into an argument—or a firefight. Duty patrol spotted. Probably here to remind us who’s “in charge.” It's an Ecologist. Look, one of those pencil pushers! We've stumbled into a field researcher from Yantar. Hah! It’s one of Sakharov’s assistants! I wonder what he’s found for us? Ecologist spotted! Be careful, some might be cowards but they’re all more clever than you might think. It's an Ecologist. Bet he’s cataloging anomalies again. Another lab coat out in the wild. Wonder how long he’ll last? Ecologist sighted. Must be looking for artifacts or trouble—or both. That’s one of the scientists. Probably documenting another anomaly. It’s an Ecologist. Guess they’ve crawled out of their lab again. Looks like one of Sakharov’s field researchers. Let’s hope he brought backup. Ecologist ahead. They always look out of place in the Zone. It’s one of those lab rats. Bet he’s here for readings, not survival. An Ecologist? Out here alone? That’s brave—or stupid. It’s an Ecologist. Always chasing knowledge in a place where it kills you. That’s one of the scientists. Let’s hope he’s got something interesting to share. Ecologist spotted. These guys are always in the wrong place at the wrong time. One of the Yantar crew. Always taking notes while the rest of us fight for our lives. That’s an Ecologist. Probably studying something he shouldn’t be. Ecologist in the wild? Bet he’s regretting it already. One of Sakharov’s assistants. Always more curious than cautious. That’s an Ecologist. Wonder if he’ll pay for any artifacts we’ve found? Looks like an Ecologist. They’re always poking around where they don’t belong. An Ecologist? Out here? Must be desperate for data. That’s an Ecologist. Bet he’s running some experiment the Zone will ruin. It’s one of those scientists. The Zone eats their kind for breakfast. Ecologist spotted. Must have wandered out of Yantar. One of the lab coats. Bet he’s hoping to avoid the real dangers out here. It’s an Ecologist. Always too smart for their own good. That’s an Ecologist. They’re more fragile than their equipment. Ecologist sighted. I hope he knows what he’s walking into. One of those pencil pushers again. Let’s see what he’s up to. It’s an Ecologist. They’re always chasing the Zone’s secrets. That’s an Ecologist. Hope he’s got a good payday for us if he needs help. Looks like an Ecologist. They’ve got brains, but not much else. One of Sakharov’s crew. They never seem to know what danger really looks like. Ecologist ahead. Wonder what anomaly he’s chasing today? It’s an Ecologist. They think data will save them. It won’t. Ecologist in sight. They’re more trouble than they’re worth sometimes. That’s one of those scientists. Always poking and prodding at things they don’t understand. Looks like a scientist. Wonder how many Duty soldiers he’s got babysitting him? Ecologist spotted. They’re probably cataloging anomalies again. It’s an Ecologist. They always seem so out of place here. An Ecologist? He’s braver than most, but probably not by choice. That’s an Ecologist. They should stick to Yantar where it’s safe. Ecologist spotted. Wonder what he’s hoping to find out here. It’s a scientist. Must be hoping the Zone doesn’t notice him. Looks like an Ecologist. Always curious, always fragile. That’s one of Sakharov’s people. Hope he’s not in over his head. An Ecologist in the Zone? Let’s hope his curiosity doesn’t get him killed. Freedom ahead! It's a Freedomer. Hopefully he’s too high to shoot straight. One of those Barrier pot heads, just ahead. I found an anarchist from the warehouses. What do they want with us? Freedom. You think they'll have anything good left once we take care of them? Freedom spotted. Hope they’re not here to cause trouble. It’s a Freedomer. Probably just looking for a good time—or a fight. Freedom ahead. They’re either too relaxed or too ready to shoot. Looks like one of Freedom’s anarchists. Let’s see what they’re up to. Freedom spotted! Better keep an eye on them—they’re unpredictable. A Freedomer. They’re always so loud about “freedom” this and “oppression” that. It’s one of Freedom’s “revolutionaries.” Wonder if they even know what they’re fighting for anymore. Freedom patrol spotted. Let’s hope they’re in a good mood today. A Freedomer. Probably just finished smoking something questionable. Freedom scum. Always talking big about “liberty” while raiding our camps. Looks like a Freedom stalker. Wonder if they’ve got any artifacts to trade. Freedom’s here. Guess they’re taking a break from arguing with Duty. It’s Freedom. Let’s hope they’re too high to aim properly. Freedom spotted. Always the loudest group in the Zone. A Freedom anarchist. Probably here to “liberate” someone’s stash. It’s a Freedomer. Thinks the Zone owes him something, no doubt. Freedom patrol spotted. Let’s hope they’re more interested in partying than fighting. Looks like a Freedom stalker. Probably on his way to argue with Duty again. Freedom? They’re just here for the chaos—or the weed. One of Freedom’s potheads. Let’s see if he’s more talk than action. It’s Freedom. Always so proud of themselves for doing nothing productive. Freedom ahead. Let’s hope they don’t feel like playing hero today. A Freedomer. They’re usually more bark than bite, but don’t underestimate them. Freedom spotted. Always chasing anarchy while the rest of us just survive. Freedom scum. Thinks their chaos makes the Zone better somehow. Looks like one of Freedom’s misfits. Probably just out for a stroll—or a brawl. Freedom patrol. Let’s see if they’re here to talk or fight. Freedomers. Always quick to claim the Zone’s theirs, never willing to defend it properly. It’s Freedom. Guess they’re taking a break from their eternal war with Duty. A Freedomer. Wonder if he’s sober enough to be dangerous. Freedom stalker ahead. Let’s see if he wants to trade—or start something. Freedom spotted. Always the first to talk big and the last to back it up. Freedom scum ahead. Guess we’ll see if they’re feeling brave today. Freedom patrol spotted. Wonder if they’ve got anything worth taking. That’s a Freedomer. They always look like they just woke up. It’s Freedom. Let’s see if they’re here to spread their “liberty” nonsense again. Freedom ahead. Always acting like they’ve got nothing to lose. One of Freedom’s misfits. Let’s see what they’re up to. Freedom spotted. Guess we’ll find out if they’re friends or foes today. It’s Freedom. Always chasing their own twisted version of “freedom.” A Freedom stalker. They’re usually chill, but don’t push your luck. Freedomers ahead. Better watch our backs just in case. That’s Freedom. Wonder if they’ve come to preach or plunder today. Freedom patrol. They’re probably not expecting much of a fight. Freedom scum. Always talking peace, but ready to pull the trigger. It's a Sin cultist! It's Monolith’s best friend - Sin. A ... wait. The stories, they’re true? Sin... they're real? W-who is that? I ... think ... think we should run. Run! I’ve a terrible feeling about this! Shit! Sin! Hold nothing back! Fight! Fight for your life my friend! Sin... I thought they were just a rumor. It’s them. Sin. Stay sharp, or you won’t live to tell the tale. Sin cultists. They shouldn’t exist... and yet here they are. They’re real. Sin is real. Damn it, we’re in deep now. Sin? Here? This is bad—very bad. Sin spotted! Don’t hold back—they sure won’t. Sin... Those bastards don’t belong in the Zone—or anywhere. It’s Sin. I’ve heard the stories... Let’s not join them. Sin? I didn’t think I’d live to see them myself. Sin ahead. Whatever you do, don’t hesitate to shoot. Sin cultists. Nothing but shadows and death follow them. That’s Sin. Even Monolith fears these psychos. Sin spotted! Whatever they want, it won’t be good for us. It’s Sin... the Zone feels darker just seeing them. Sin cultists ahead. Watch yourself—they’re worse than mutants. That’s Sin. You feel that chill in the air? That’s them. Sin? Guess the Zone wasn’t dangerous enough without them. Sin cultists... what the hell do they even want? Sin. They don’t take prisoners. Fight or die, simple as that. It’s Sin. I hope you’ve made peace with whatever god you believe in. Sin ahead. We can’t let them get the upper hand. Sin spotted! Their presence alone makes my skin crawl. Sin. If the Zone has a true evil, it’s them. They’re here. Sin. This place just became hell. That’s Sin. I don’t know what they’re after, but it’s never good. Sin cultists. They don’t talk, they just kill. Be ready. Sin. It’s like staring into the Zone’s nightmares. Sin? You sure? Damn it, this just got worse. Sin spotted. I’d rather face a pack of Bloodsuckers... That’s Sin. Fight now, or you won’t get the chance later. Sin. These bastards are even worse than the stories make them out to be. Sin cultists ahead. Whatever they’re planning, it can’t be good. Sin? I thought they were just a fairy tale. Guess not. Sin. Their name alone sends chills down my spine. It’s Sin. Death follows wherever they go. Sin ahead. Whatever they’re doing here, it’s nothing good. Sin spotted! Don’t stop shooting until they’re all down. It’s Sin. Even the mutants seem to avoid them. Sin? Damn it, the Zone really does have a sick sense of humor. Sin cultists. They’re here for something, and it’s never good. Sin. The Zone just became twice as deadly. Sin cultists ahead. We’ll need more than luck to survive this. Sin. Whatever you do, don’t let your guard down. Sin spotted! I’d rather face Monolith any day. It’s Sin. Death incarnate, walking among us. ISG? Umm ... What’s U.N.I.S.G.? It's an UNISG operative! I think it's... hmm. I’ve never seen a patch like that before. I can't tell, an unknown. I can’t identify them! Screw it. I’m shooting first and asking questions later! UNISG? Those sneaky fucks are still around? That patch… UNISG! Shit, they don’t come here to make friends. UNISG spotted! Those bastards play dirty—keep your head down! UNISG? Great, as if we didn’t have enough problems in the Zone. It’s UNISG. Those fuckers are worse than bandits when it comes to backstabbing. That’s a UNISG operative. What the hell are they scheming this time? UNISG? Aren’t they supposed to be cleaning up the Zone? What a goddamn joke. UNISG… well, fuck me sideways. We’re in deep now. That’s UNISG. You know, the ones who pretend to be scientists while carrying assault rifles. UNISG ahead! Watch out—they don’t ask questions before shooting. UNISG? Their handlers must be desperate to send them here. UNISG spotted. They’re not here for sightseeing, that’s for damn sure. UNISG? Those shadowy fucks are always up to something shady. That patch… UNISG. Stick to cover, or they’ll cut us down without hesitation. UNISG? Fuck me, they’re like ghosts with guns. Stay sharp! Looks like UNISG. Always skulking around where they don’t belong. That’s UNISG. Their missions are more classified than Monolith’s brainwashing. UNISG spotted! They don’t take prisoners—shoot first or die. It’s UNISG. They always show up when shit’s about to hit the fan. UNISG operatives. Fucking ghosts—they’ll kill us before we even see them coming. UNISG. Bet their bosses don’t care how many bodies they leave behind. That’s UNISG. Always playing two sides at once. Trust them? Never. UNISG ahead. What the hell are they sniffing around for now? It’s UNISG. Cold-blooded killers hiding behind their fancy logos. UNISG spotted. They’ll sell your corpse for science and call it progress. UNISG? Who invited these covert assholes to the Zone? That’s UNISG. Expect well-trained and well-equipped trouble. UNISG spotted! Whatever they’re after, it’s bad news for us. UNISG? Great. Another mystery group treating us like lab rats. It’s UNISG. They’ll gut you just to see how you tick. UNISG. Those cold-blooded sons of bitches are back. UNISG spotted. Whatever they’re hunting, let’s not be it. UNISG? What fresh hell have we stumbled into this time? UNISG. I’ve heard rumors they’ll burn the Zone to the ground if it suits them. That’s UNISG. Always scheming, always lethal. UNISG. The Zone’s personal cleanup crew—or so they claim. UNISG operatives. If they’re here, someone’s paying them a fortune. UNISG spotted! Keep your head on a swivel—they’re trained killers. It’s UNISG. They don’t play nice, and they don’t leave survivors. UNISG ahead. They’ve got orders, and they don’t care who gets in the way. That patch… UNISG. No way this ends well for us. UNISG spotted! Whatever they’re doing here, it’s not good for anyone. UNISG? Here? Shit just went from bad to worse. UNISG operatives. Let’s see if they bleed like the rest of us. It’s UNISG. Fucking ghosts in the Zone. Watch your back. It's a Mercenary! I think it's one of Dushman's contract killers. There! The stalker in blue! Dead City's vultures for hire. A Mercenary's found us! He should’ve cashed out when he had the chance. Is that a PMC? Do you have a contract on your head, brother? I don’t think I do. Merc spotted! Those bastards will kill for a handful of rubles. It’s a Mercenary. Let’s hope his contract doesn’t include us. Mercenaries... guns for hire and loyal to whoever pays the most. That’s a Mercenary. They don’t ask questions, they just shoot. A Merc? Someone must’ve paid good money to bring him out here. Mercenary ahead. Watch yourself—they’re all business and no mercy. It’s one of Dushman’s boys. Let’s see if he’s worth his paycheck. Mercenaries. Always sticking their noses where they don’t belong. Merc spotted! They’re worse than bandits when it comes to greed. A hired gun. He doesn’t give a damn who he kills, as long as he gets paid. Mercenaries. No loyalty, no morals—just the highest bidder. It’s a Merc. Let’s hope we’re not his target today. Merc spotted! Professional killers don’t miss often, so stay sharp. That’s a Mercenary. Probably here to cash in on someone’s misfortune. Mercenary sighted. Who’s he working for this time? Mercenary ahead! They’ll gun you down for a cigarette if the price is right. A Mercenary? Someone must have pissed off the wrong people. Mercs... they’re like roaches—well-armed, well-trained roaches. Mercenaries again. They only care about the job, not who dies for it. That’s a Merc. He’s probably got a target list with our names on it. Mercenary spotted! These bastards never come cheap—or alone. It’s one of Dead City’s killers. Don’t let your guard down. Merc ahead. They don’t care who you are, just who’s paying them. A Merc? Better check your head—he might have a contract with your name on it. Merc spotted! They fight like pros, so don’t underestimate them. Mercenary sighted. Looks like someone’s paying him to make trouble. It’s a Merc. You can always count on them to make a bad situation worse. Mercenary patrol ahead. Stay low, or we’re dead meat. Mercs... they’re like vultures. Always circling the next payday. It’s one of Dushman’s killers. Bet he’s here for blood money. Merc spotted! Those bastards don’t leave loose ends—ever. A Mercenary. Deadly, efficient, and completely fucking heartless. Mercs ahead! If they’re here, someone’s about to die. Mercenary sighted! They’re worse than mutants—at least mutants don’t take contracts. It’s a Merc. He’s here for someone, and I hope it’s not us. Mercenary patrol ahead. These guys don’t miss shots, so don’t give them the chance. Mercs again. Always making life harder for everyone else in the Zone. It’s one of those Dead City killers. Watch your back—they’ll sell you out in a heartbeat. Mercenary sighted. They’re probably working for someone we don’t want to piss off. Mercenary. Professional, deadly, and absolutely fucking ruthless. It’s a Merc. I bet his payday doesn’t include surviving this fight. Mercenary sighted. These fuckers don’t play fair, so don’t expect mercy. Mercs ahead! If they’re here, shit’s about to go down. That’s a Merc. Whatever he’s here for, it won’t end well for someone. Mercenary sighted! No hesitation—just shoot and survive. It's Monolith. Look out! CNPP guardian! Are we near the Red Forest!? Radar!? Pripyat!? Watch that Wish Granter lunatic! Shit! ... It’s Monolith! Be ready! It's one of those fanatics. Remember, they don’t take prisoners! Monolith! Those brainwashed lunatics are here! Shit, it’s Monolith! They’ll kill us all without hesitation! Monolith spotted! Fanatics ahead—don’t hold back! Those psychos from Monolith are here! Fuck, this just got worse. Monolith! Fucking kill them before they kill us! It’s Monolith! They’d die for that cursed rock. Let’s help them along. Monolith ahead! If they see us, we’re fucking dead! Monolith! Those bastards are still hunting for their precious “truth.” It’s Monolith! You know the drill—fight or die! Monolith spotted! Brainwashed killers—don’t hesitate to shoot! Monolith... Fuck, the Zone itself must hate us right now. It’s one of those Monolith zealots! They won’t stop until we’re dead. Monolith! Goddamn fanatics, every last one of them. Shit, Monolith! They live to kill—don’t let them! Monolith spotted! Keep your distance, and aim for the head. Monolith! They’re deadlier than mutants and twice as crazy. Monolith zealots ahead. Those lunatics don’t stop for anything. It’s Monolith! Fuck, these bastards don’t go down easy. Monolith. No mercy, no fear—they’re already dead inside. Monolith! We’ve got to kill them before they get too close! Monolith spotted! Fight like your life depends on it—because it does! Fucking Monolith. They’re walking corpses with guns. Monolith? Here? We’re too far south for this shit! It’s Monolith! These psychos think they’re untouchable. Let’s prove them wrong. Monolith spotted! Those freaks are like rabid dogs—don’t let them bite! It’s Monolith! Kill or be killed—there’s no other option. Monolith zealots ahead! Aim carefully—they’re armored as hell. Monolith! Shit, this is the last thing we needed right now. Monolith! Fuck, these guys don’t flinch, even when they’re bleeding out. Monolith patrol spotted. They’ll die for their rock—and kill for it too. It’s Monolith! These crazy fuckers think they’re invincible. Prove them wrong! Monolith. These aren’t men—they’re weapons. It’s Monolith! Brainwashed and bloodthirsty—kill them all! Monolith zealots! They don’t fear death because they’ve already given up living. It’s Monolith! They’re the Zone’s twisted hand of death. Monolith! You’ll never meet anyone more insane—or more dangerous. Monolith spotted! These lunatics believe they’re invincible. Let’s change that. Monolith? Here? We’re a long way from their cursed rock! Monolith zealots ahead. Remember, they’re already dead—they just don’t know it yet. It’s Monolith! The Zone’s most loyal servants—and its most lethal. Monolith! They won’t stop until we’re all corpses or converts. Fight back! Fucking Monolith. They make Duty look friendly. Monolith spotted! Watch yourself—these fanatics never miss a shot. It’s Monolith! Aim for the head and pray they don’t hit first! Monolith zealots! They’re the Zone’s nightmares made flesh. A Renegade's found us! I see them! A jackal from the swamps. Not even the Bandits wanted them. It's the scum of the Zone. Spare no bullets on the fiend! I think it's one of those psychos. Their cruelty knows no bounds. Renegade! I admit, I am thankful that even Sultan’s thugs have limits. Renegade! Those swamp rats have crawled out of their hole again. It’s a Renegade. They’d kill their own for a scrap of bread. Renegades! Scum of the Zone—kill them before they kill you. That’s a Renegade. Even the Bandits think they’re trash. Renegades spotted! Filthy dogs without loyalty or honor. Renegades... They make Bandits look like saints. It’s a Renegade. These bastards are more rabid than the Zone’s mutants. Renegades spotted! They’d sell their own mothers for a bottle of vodka. That’s a Renegade. They’ve got nothing to lose and no morals to speak of. Renegade! These bastards would gut you just for fun. Renegades. They’re the lowest of the low—worse than mutants, even. It’s a Renegade. Kill them, or they’ll make you wish you had. Renegades! These animals don’t deserve to breathe the Zone’s air. That’s a Renegade. Even Sultan doesn’t want their kind around. Renegades ahead. The Zone would be better off without them. It’s a Renegade! Let’s put this rat down before he spreads his filth. Renegades spotted! Watch your back—they’ll stab it the first chance they get. Renegades. The Zone’s reject pile come to life. That’s a Renegade. A walking waste of bullets and oxygen. Renegades ahead! Don’t let them outlive their usefulness. Renegade scum spotted. Even the Bandits would turn their noses up at them. It’s a Renegade! They’ll kill you for sport—don’t give them the chance. Renegades! Swamp rats with no allegiance except to chaos. That’s a Renegade. A perfect example of what happens when the Zone breaks you. Renegades spotted! Vultures don’t even stoop as low as these bastards. Renegades! They’re just Bandits who got kicked out of the gang. It’s a Renegade. These fuckers have nothing to lose—and it shows. Renegades. Even their stench reeks of desperation. That’s a Renegade. Kill them before they ruin someone else’s day. Renegades spotted! The Zone won’t miss these assholes. Renegades. They’re proof the Zone spits out its trash. It’s a Renegade! The lowest rung on the Zone’s ladder. Renegades ahead. They’d betray their own for a loaf of bread. Renegade scum. Let’s put them down where they belong. Renegades! They’re just walking corpses looking for a grave. It’s a Renegade. They live for misery and bloodshed. Renegades spotted! Take them out before they make things worse. Renegades... the definition of “waste of space.” That’s a Renegade. Don’t waste words—just bullets. Renegades! They’re nothing but pests that need exterminating. It’s a Renegade! The Zone itself rejects their kind. Renegades spotted! No morals, no friends, no hope—just kill them. Renegades. They’re what’s left when even the Zone spits you out. That’s a Renegade. Barely human, but just dangerous enough to take seriously. Renegades ahead! Let’s do the Zone a favor and wipe them out. Free Stalker, over there! I'm guessing an adventurer? A hunter? Maybe a journalist? You can never tell with Loners. It's a Loner. Going for a lovely stroll in the Zone, are we? Look, it's just some tourist. They should’ve left when they had the chance! Free Stalker. That fat snake Sidorovich probably sent him to die fishing artefacts out of anomalies. It’s a Loner. Probably looking for artifacts or just trying to survive another day. A Free Stalker. You can always tell by the patched-up gear and hopeful eyes. Loners. The Zone’s dreamers and fools, all rolled into one. It’s a Free Stalker. Let’s hope they’re not desperate enough to try something stupid. A Loner spotted. Out here looking for fame, fortune, or just a quick death? Free Stalker. Probably broke and running low on ammo like the rest of us. It’s a Loner. Let’s see if they’re friendly—or just pretending to be. A Loner. Always chasing the Zone’s secrets, never knowing what they’re getting into. Look, a Free Stalker. Probably working off a debt to Sidorovich. It’s a Stalker. Alone or with friends? Always a gamble in the Zone. A Free Stalker. Probably just trying to make it to the next sunrise. That’s a Loner. Think they’ll share a campfire or start a fight? Loners. They come with big dreams and leave in body bags. It’s a Free Stalker. Another poor soul chasing a Zone-sized payday. A Stalker. They’re either hunting for artifacts or running from their past. Loners. They think the Zone’s a game until it’s too late. A Free Stalker. Always looking for the next big find—and usually finding trouble. It’s a Loner. Looks like they’ve been out here long enough to know better. That’s a Free Stalker. Let’s hope they’re here for the same reasons we are. A Loner spotted. They’re either friendly or dead—no in-between in the Zone. Loners. They’re what you get when dreams meet radiation. That’s a Free Stalker. Looks like they’ve seen some shit—and lived to tell it. It’s a Loner. Think they’ve got enough ammo to back up that attitude? A Free Stalker. Always one bad decision away from joining the Zone’s corpse collection. It’s a Stalker. Another soul gambling with the Zone’s mercy. A Free Stalker. Let’s see if they’ve got a story worth hearing—or trading for. That’s a Loner. Probably chasing dreams the Zone doesn’t care about. Loners. Always thinking they’ll be the one to beat the Zone. It’s a Free Stalker. Let’s hope they’re not stupid enough to pick a fight. That’s a Loner. They’re either desperate, brave, or too new to know better. A Free Stalker. Out here chasing rubles and dodging death. It’s a Stalker. The Zone’s got plenty of them—until it doesn’t. A Loner. Probably thinking about the artifact that’ll change their life—or end it. That’s a Free Stalker. Out here looking for something the Zone doesn’t give: mercy. It’s a Loner. Another dreamer lost in the Zone’s nightmare. Loners. The Zone’s cannon fodder, one and all. A Stalker. They think they’re ready for the Zone. They’re not. It’s a Free Stalker. Maybe they’ll share some vodka—or some info. That’s a Loner. Always walking a fine line between bravery and stupidity. A Free Stalker. Just another pawn in the Zone’s deadly game. It’s a Loner. They come in hopeful, and they leave in pieces. A Stalker. Bet they’re just trying to make it to the next campfire. That’s a Free Stalker. Think they know how much the Zone doesn’t care? Loners. They’ll die alone, just like the Zone prefers it. A Free Stalker. Every one of them’s got a story—and most of them end the same way. It's a zombie. A zombie. Please, kill him quick. I can't bear listening to them... Look at this poor wretch. Better to put them out of their misery. What a shambling mess. We should finally lay them to rest. Is that a stalker? No ... his mind is long gone. Please, forgive me for this. Nobody deserves such a terrible fate... It’s a zombie. Poor bastard never stood a chance. That was a stalker once... The Zone has no mercy for anyone. A zombified stalker. It’s like looking at death itself. Shit, a zombie. That’s no life—they’re already gone. That poor soul... Let’s end his suffering quickly. Look at that husk. Nothing left but the body—mind’s long gone. A zombie... Was it the Brain Scorcher or just the Zone’s cruelty? That’s not a stalker anymore. The Zone claimed him entirely. A shambling zombie. No thoughts, no pain—just death on its feet. That was someone’s friend once... Better to put them down. Zombified stalker. No peace in life, no peace in death. It’s a zombie. They don’t even know what they’ve become. A zombie... What the hell did the Zone do to them? That poor bastard... Kill him quick. He deserves better than this. Zombies... Walking proof that the Zone has no mercy. It’s a zombie. Another stalker lost to the horrors of the Zone. That’s a zombie. No soul left—just a body that won’t quit. Another zombie. The Zone has a way of stealing everything from you. A zombified stalker... A fate worse than death itself. That’s no stalker anymore. Just a shell of what they used to be. It’s a zombie. Let’s make sure they don’t suffer any longer. That’s a zombie. Once a stalker, now just another tragedy. Zombified stalkers... The Brain Scorcher’s handiwork, no doubt. That’s a zombie. You can see the remnants of their humanity... barely. It’s a zombie. They’ll never wake up, never be free again. A zombie... What kind of hell did they go through to end up like this? That’s a zombie. A reminder that the Zone spares no one. It’s a zombie. Better to kill them now than let them keep wandering. A zombified stalker. There’s nothing left of who they were. That zombie was a person once. The Zone made sure that’s over now. A zombie... Their mind is gone, but their body won’t give up. It’s a zombie. You can almost see the person they used to be... almost. Zombified stalkers. They’re what happens when the Zone really hates you. That’s a zombie. Another victim of the Zone’s cruelty. It’s a zombie. Kill it, and hope they find peace—somewhere. A zombie. They’re still dangerous, but they’re more pathetic than anything. That’s a zombified stalker. Poor bastard didn’t deserve this. Zombies... even the Zone’s mutants seem kinder than what made them. That’s a zombie. Once human, now just another nightmare. It’s a zombie. There’s no fixing that. Only one thing to do now. A zombified stalker... The Zone’s way of punishing hope. That’s a zombie. They didn’t ask for this, but the Zone doesn’t ask permission. It’s a zombie. Better to kill them and not think about it too much. A zombie. The Zone’s cruel joke, written in flesh and decay. That’s a zombified stalker. Kill them quick. They deserve peace, at least. I think it’s a bloodsucker! Hurry! Is there a pond nearby? You can tell where a bloodsucker is if you watch the water! I think... I think there may be a bloodsucker coming for us. It vanished... but I know it’s here! Bloodsucker! Shh! Quiet! Listen for it... Wait... where did it go? I swear I saw it just now! Bloodsucker! Watch the shadows—it’s stalking us! It’s a bloodsucker! Keep your back to the wall, and don’t let it vanish again! There! Did you see it? Bloodsucker! It’s watching us! Bloodsucker! It’s invisible—watch for the shimmer! It’s close. I can feel it—bloodsuckers are never far from their prey. Bloodsucker! Keep moving—they strike when you’re still! Bloodsucker nearby. You can’t see it, but it’s there. Always there. Don’t stop now—a bloodsucker’s stalking us! Bloodsucker! Its breath is on your neck! Move! It’s here! Don’t look—just shoot! Bloodsucker in the area. Stay alert—they love to ambush. Shit, it’s gone! Bloodsuckers don’t just leave—they’re waiting. Bloodsucker! They’re silent killers—don’t turn your back! I can hear it breathing... Bloodsucker! It’s a bloodsucker! That thing will drain you dry—kill it first! Bloodsucker spotted! Kill it before it vanishes again! That shimmer—it’s a bloodsucker! Shoot before it closes in! Bloodsucker nearby. You’ll hear it before you see it—if you’re lucky. It’s hunting us! Bloodsuckers love the thrill of the chase! Stay sharp—a bloodsucker’s never alone. If there’s one, there’s more. Bloodsucker! They’re the Zone’s perfect predator. Don’t underestimate it! Shit, I’ve seen what bloodsuckers leave behind. You don’t want to be next! Bloodsucker! These things haunt the Zone’s nightmares for a reason! It’s close—bloodsuckers love playing with their food! Bloodsucker! Use your ears—it’s the only warning you’ll get! There! That shimmer! Bloodsucker! Shoot before it’s too late! Bloodsucker ahead! Stay in the open—they love tight spaces! Bloodsucker! It’s hungry—it’s always hungry! Watch the water! Bloodsuckers love to hunt near ponds! Bloodsucker! Get ready to fight or die! They say bloodsuckers are silent hunters. They’re right. But we’re not dead yet! Bloodsucker! If you see it, you’re already too late! It’s a bloodsucker! The Zone’s worst nightmare in the flesh! Bloodsucker! They feed on fear—and blood. Don’t give them either! Bloodsucker! I’ve heard stalkers scream before it gets them. Let’s not be next. Bloodsucker nearby. Trust your gut—it’s better than your eyes. That shimmer in the air—it’s a bloodsucker! Shoot now! Bloodsucker! If you hear breathing, it’s already too close! It’s a bloodsucker! Don’t panic—just aim and fire! Bloodsucker! That thing is a hunter, and we’re the prey! It’s here! Bloodsucker! Shoot before it closes the gap! Bloodsucker! Keep moving, and don’t let it get behind you! Bloodsucker nearby. Don’t lose sight of your surroundings! It’s stalking us! Bloodsucker! This is what the Zone fears most! Bloodsucker! Invisible death, but we’re still breathing—fight! A boar! Kill it quickly! I see a boar in the distance! I hope there aren’t more. If so, you better have brought plenty of bullets... It’s coming! A boar is charging right for us! The boar has spotted us! If you can’t outrun it, spring out of the way at the last moment! Don’t stop shooting that boar until you’re sure it’s dead. They are stubborn bastards! Boar ahead! Keep your distance—it’s stronger than it looks! It’s a boar! They charge fast—stay on your toes! Boar spotted! Don’t let it get close, or you’ll regret it! A boar? Out here? There might be more nearby—be ready. Boar incoming! Watch its tusks—they can gut you in a second! Boars aren’t just dumb animals—they’ll fight to the death! That boar’s looking at us like we’re lunch. Don’t let it get the chance! Boar ahead! They’re tough to kill—aim carefully! It’s a boar! They’re more dangerous in a pack, so stay sharp! Boar! Don’t underestimate it—it’s faster than you think! Boar spotted! Don’t give it a chance to charge—kill it first! A boar! Let’s hope it’s alone—things get messy otherwise. Boar incoming! It’s either us or it—make it count! It’s a boar! Keep moving, or it’ll run you down! Boar ahead! They’re stubborn bastards—don’t let it get close! That’s a boar! Don’t think it’s just another wild animal—this thing’s lethal! Boar spotted! Stay calm, and aim for the head! It’s a boar! If you’ve got a shotgun, now’s the time to use it! Boar! They’ll charge you down like a freight train—don’t give it the chance! A boar? Damn, I hate these things—they just don’t quit! Boar incoming! If it’s charging, don’t just stand there—move! That’s a boar. It looks dumb, but it’s faster than you. Boar spotted! Let’s put it down before it gets too close. Boar ahead! If it starts running, we’re in trouble. A boar? Out here? Keep an eye out for more of them! Boar! They’re territorial—don’t make it angry! It’s a boar! Aim for the head, and don’t stop shooting until it drops! Boar ahead! These things will fight to the bitter end—don’t hesitate! It’s a boar! They’re strong, but they’re not invincible—just keep firing! Boar spotted! Keep your distance—those tusks can tear you apart! A boar! Don’t let it close the gap—it’ll kill you before you know it! That’s a boar! Don’t let it fool you—it’s not just some dumb animal! Boar! It’s fast and dangerous—stay ready to move! A boar? Shit, those things can take a beating and keep going! Boar incoming! If you can’t shoot it, dodge it—but don’t just stand there! It’s a boar! Let’s hope it’s not part of a herd. Boar ahead! If it charges, aim low and keep firing! Boar spotted! Don’t panic—just take the shot! It’s a boar! Remember, they’re tough, but they’re not unstoppable. Boar! If it’s alone, we might have a chance. If not, we’re screwed. A boar! Don’t let it catch you off guard—it’s stronger than it looks! Boar incoming! Watch for the charge—it’s their deadliest move! Boar spotted! If it’s running at you, don’t just stand there—move! It’s a boar! Let’s make sure it doesn’t get a chance to charge. Boar ahead! Keep calm, aim steady, and don’t stop shooting until it’s down! Wait... is that a mutant? It’s wearing a coat... No! It’s a burer! That’s a burer!? I’ve only ever heard of them! A burer!? It’s hideous. We have to flank that burer! It’s a burer! Careful! It’s not like any other mutant! Burer ahead! Those things don’t just attack—they mess with your head! It’s a burer! Keep your distance—they’ll rip the gun out of your hands! A burer? Great, just what we needed—psychic mutants. Shit, a burer! Don’t let it get close, or you’ll regret it! Burer spotted! They’re small but dangerous—stay sharp! It’s a burer! Keep moving, or it’ll pin you down! Burer ahead! Aim for its head—don’t give it time to attack! A burer! Watch out for flying debris—it’ll throw anything it can at you! It’s a burer! Stay behind cover—it can kill you without touching you! Burer! Those psychic bastards are as clever as they are dangerous! Burer spotted! Don’t let it focus on you, or you’re done for! It’s a burer! Whatever you do, don’t let it close the distance! Burer incoming! Keep moving, and don’t give it a chance to strike! A burer! They’re more dangerous than they look—trust me! Burer spotted! Aim for its head before it gets the upper hand! It’s a burer! Don’t let it throw anything heavy—it’ll crush you! Burer ahead! Watch for the glow—it means it’s about to attack! A burer! You’ll feel its power before you see it—stay alert! Burer incoming! Keep your gear close—it’ll try to rip it away! It’s a burer! They’re tough to kill, but we have to try! Burer spotted! Don’t let it focus its power on you—stay unpredictable! It’s a burer! Watch your surroundings—it’ll use them against you! Burer ahead! Stay calm, and keep shooting until it drops! A burer! Keep behind cover—it’s the only way to stay safe! It’s a burer! Aim for its glowing head, and don’t stop firing! Burer! They’re psychic killers—don’t give them the upper hand! Burer spotted! Don’t panic—they feed on your fear! It’s a burer! You won’t survive if you don’t keep moving! Burer ahead! They’re not just strong—they’re smart. Stay one step ahead! That’s a burer! It’ll crush you without even touching you! Burer incoming! Watch for debris—it’s their favorite weapon! A burer! They love tight spaces—don’t let it corner you! It’s a burer! Don’t let it get into your head—literally! Burer! They’re small, but they’re worse than most mutants you’ll face! Burer ahead! They’re tough, but they’re not invincible—keep firing! It’s a burer! Don’t let it grab you—or your gear! Burer spotted! Stay low, and don’t let it target you! A burer! Whatever you do, don’t panic—they’ll sense it! It’s a burer! If it glows, it’s about to strike—get ready! Burer ahead! They’re psychic monsters—stay calm, and aim carefully! A burer! Don’t let it get a clear shot at you—it’s deadly from any range! Burer incoming! They’re slow, but their power makes up for it! It’s a burer! They’ll use everything around you as a weapon—don’t let them! Burer spotted! Don’t let it control the fight—keep the pressure on! It’s a burer! We’ve got one chance—kill it before it kills us! Gah! I hate these goddamn things! Damn, cats! Kill them! Quickly! Cats! They’ve found us! They’re coming right for us! Aghh! There so fast! Stalker, kill them or they’ll be the death of us! Cats! They’re faster, more dangerous than any dog you’ve met! Brace yourself! It’s a mutant cat! Quick, shoot before it pounces! These damn cats are more like demons! Don’t let it get close! Mutant cat spotted! They’re fast and vicious—stay alert! Those claws aren’t just for show—kill that cat before it shreds us! It’s a mutant cat! Watch your ankles—they strike low and fast! Cat incoming! They’re small, but they’ll tear you apart! Damn, these cats! They’ll kill you for fun if you’re not quick enough! Mutant cats are the worst—silent, fast, and deadly! Watch out! That cat’s aiming for your throat! It’s a cat! Don’t underestimate it—they’re faster than you! Mutant cat ahead! They don’t stop attacking until you’re dead! It’s a cat! Get ready—they’re faster than any predator in the Zone! A mutant cat! Kill it before it gets its claws into you! These cats are like shadows—fast, quiet, and deadly! Cat spotted! Aim carefully—they don’t stop moving! It’s a mutant cat! You’ll never outrun it—fight or die! These cats don’t fight fair—they’ll strike and vanish in a heartbeat! Mutant cat incoming! Don’t give it a chance to pounce! It’s a cat! They’re more cunning than most stalkers—stay sharp! Mutant cats... They’re not just fast—they’re lethal hunters! Watch out! That cat’s aiming for your weak spots! It’s a mutant cat! Don’t let its size fool you—it’s deadly! Cat incoming! They’re faster than bullets if you’re not ready! A mutant cat! Keep your distance, or you’re done for! It’s a cat! Don’t give it time to strike—kill it now! These cats... They’re more like knives on legs—don’t let them corner you! Cat ahead! They’re the silent killers of the Zone—don’t let it surprise you! It’s a mutant cat! Watch your blind spots—they’re sneaky as hell! Cat! They’re faster than you, stronger than you—don’t hesitate! A mutant cat! Don’t lose sight of it, or you’re as good as dead! Cat spotted! Keep moving—they’ll jump at the first opening! It’s a cat! Kill it quick, or it’ll tear you apart! These cats are killers. Don’t stop shooting until it’s dead! It’s a mutant cat! Aim for its head, or it’ll shred you to bits! Cat! It’s like the Zone’s version of a demon—don’t let it win! These cats don’t run—they fight to the death. Be ready! It’s a mutant cat! They’re the Zone’s deadliest small predator! Cat ahead! Stay calm, aim true, and don’t let it close the gap! A mutant cat! They’re faster than anything else out here—don’t blink! Cat spotted! Watch its claws—they’re sharper than any knife! It’s a cat! These things were made to kill—don’t give them a chance! Mutant cat ahead! They’re silent, deadly, and always hungry! These mutant cats... They’re the last thing most stalkers ever see. It’s a mutant cat! Whatever you do, don’t let it corner you! Cat incoming! They’re small, fast, and deadly—don’t underestimate them! Huh? What? Did you ... I ... Aghhh! My ... head. Get out of my head! Leave me ... alone! No! NO! I won’t ... I won’t let you! Shit Controller! CONTROLLER! Find cover! Find cover, NOW! Kill it! Quickly! Fucking kill it now! Whatever you do, don’t kill yourself! Put your weapon away if you have to! Just keep it at a distance! Controller! I can feel it in my head! Make it stop! It’s a Controller! Kill it before it tears us apart from the inside! Shit, I can feel it probing my mind—Controller nearby! Controller! Keep moving! Don’t let it lock onto you! I can feel it... It’s in my head! Controller! Controller! They’ll turn you against yourself—fight it! It’s a Controller! Keep your distance—they’re more deadly up close! Controller nearby! Stay behind cover, or it’ll fry your brain! Shit, a Controller! Don’t look into its eyes—just shoot! It’s a Controller! Kill it fast before it gets inside your head! Controller! Fight its influence—it’s not real! I can’t think straight... Controller! It’s messing with my mind! That’s a Controller! They’ll turn your own thoughts against you! Controller nearby! Whatever you do, don’t lose focus! It’s a Controller! Aim for the head—it’s the only way to stop it! Shit, I’m losing control... Kill that Controller before it gets worse! Controller! You feel that pressure? It’s already working on us! It’s a Controller! Keep moving—it thrives on hesitation! Controller ahead! Don’t let it get a clear shot at your mind! That’s a Controller! They don’t just kill—they break you first! It’s a Controller! Cover your ears—it won’t help, but it feels like it will! Controller! It’s like it knows every thought in your head—fight it! It’s a Controller! Aim true and kill it before it kills your mind! Shit, a Controller! It’s turning my brain into mush! Controller ahead! Don’t hesitate—it’ll use every second against you! It’s a Controller! If you hear whispers, it’s already too close! Controller nearby! Focus on the fight, not the pressure in your head! Shit, my thoughts... I can’t keep them straight! Controller! That’s a Controller! It’s twisting reality around you—don’t let it win! It’s a Controller! I’d rather face a whole pack of bloodsuckers! Controller spotted! Whatever you do, don’t stop moving! It’s a Controller! Their power is worse than any weapon! Controller ahead! If it gets a hold of you, it’s all over! That’s a Controller! You can feel its hatred—it’s like a living nightmare! It’s a Controller! They don’t just kill—they make you destroy yourself! Shit, my vision’s going blurry—Controller nearby! It’s a Controller! Don’t give it a second to attack! Controller ahead! Don’t let it toy with your mind—fight back! It’s a Controller! Aim for its head, or it’ll tear yours apart! Controller spotted! Don’t give it the chance to mess with you! It’s a Controller! Their power is like nothing else in the Zone! Controller! Don’t let it break your mind—it’s all you’ve got out here! Shit, I feel it crawling inside my head—Controller nearby! Controller ahead! Don’t let its whispers take over—fight it! It’s a Controller! Kill it now, or it’ll turn us into its puppets! It’s... it’s... no... AHH! AHHH! Oh, no... Run! RUN! CHIMERA! No. No. No! No! NO!! NO!! It’s a Chimera! We’re not equipped for this—RUN! Chimera spotted! This is bad—very, very bad! It’s a Chimera! Stay together—don’t let it pick us off one by one! That thing... it’s a Chimera! We’re dead if it gets close! Chimera! Aim high and don’t stop shooting until it’s down! It’s a Chimera! If you see its eyes, you’re already dead! Chimera ahead! It’s faster and deadlier than anything we’ve faced before! That’s a Chimera! Its leap will kill you in one strike—stay mobile! Chimera! It’s watching us... waiting to pounce! It’s a Chimera! If it charges, we’re screwed—kill it first! Chimera spotted! They’re smarter than you think—stay one step ahead! Shit, it’s a Chimera! I’ve seen them tear through entire squads! That thing... it’s death on four legs—Chimera! Chimera incoming! Stay low, stay fast, and pray it doesn’t target you! It’s a Chimera! Keep it at range—it’ll rip you apart up close! Chimera! You don’t fight these things—you survive them! Shit, it’s watching us! Chimera! Don’t let it get close! That’s a Chimera! It’s faster than you, stronger than you—don’t let it win! Chimera ahead! It’s the Zone’s apex predator—don’t take it lightly! It’s a Chimera! We’re out of our league here—run or fight, your choice! Chimera! If it leaps, it’s over—keep your eyes on it! It’s a Chimera! Keep your distance, or you’re dead! That’s a Chimera! Aim for its head—it’s the only way to stop it! Chimera! It’s not just strong—it’s cunning. Stay sharp! It’s a Chimera! If you hesitate, it’ll take your head off! Chimera ahead! Keep moving—it thrives on fear and hesitation! That’s a Chimera! It’s like the Zone’s perfect killing machine! It’s a Chimera! If it gets close, you won’t live to regret it! Chimera spotted! Aim for its eyes, and don’t stop firing! It’s a Chimera! They don’t miss—they kill with every strike! Shit, a Chimera! I’ve heard stories, and none of them end well! That’s a Chimera! Even the Zone fears these things! Chimera incoming! Watch the shadows—they strike from nowhere! It’s a Chimera! Whatever you do, don’t stop moving! Chimera! It’s like a nightmare made flesh—kill it, or we’re done for! That thing... It’s a Chimera! We’re outmatched here! It’s a Chimera! Keep to high ground—don’t let it corner you! Chimera ahead! If it charges, it’s over—shoot now! It’s a Chimera! Pray it’s not hungry... but it always is. Chimera! Stay out of its reach—it’s fast and deadly! That’s a Chimera! Don’t let it toy with you—it’s already won if it does! It’s a Chimera! Don’t even think about running—it’ll catch you! Chimera! If it leaps, we’re dead—take the shot now! That’s a Chimera! It’s death incarnate—don’t hold back! It’s a Chimera! Surviving this is going to take a miracle! Stupid mutts. They’re everywhere in the damn Zone! I see a dog over there. Kill it before it flees! Dogs! If we thin the pack fast enough, the last few will scatter in fear! Get ready! Where there’s a dog, there’s always more nearby. Hounds! Too many stalkers have fallen prey to these mongrels! It’s a dog! Keep an eye out for the rest of the pack! These dogs are no joke—kill it fast before the others show up! Dog spotted! Don’t let it flank you—these things are smarter than they look! Where there’s one dog, there’s always a pack. Stay alert! Dogs incoming! Their strength is in their numbers—thin them out quickly! That’s no ordinary dog—mutant hounds are faster and meaner than anything you’ve seen! Dog pack ahead! Don’t let them surround you, or it’s over! Dogs! Their bite is worse than their bark, trust me! Mutant dogs! These bastards are relentless—don’t hold back! Dog spotted! If it howls, more are coming—take it out quickly! Mutant hounds ahead! They don’t stop until you’re dead—keep moving! Dogs! They’re scavengers, but they’ll hunt if they’re hungry enough! Dog pack incoming! Watch your flanks—they love to surround their prey! That’s a mutant dog! Don’t underestimate it—it’s faster than you! Dogs ahead! If you hear growling, they’re about to charge! Dogs! They don’t look like much, but they’ll rip you apart if you’re not careful! It’s a dog! Aim for its head, or it’ll keep coming! Dog pack spotted! They’re more dangerous than you think—don’t let them close in! Dogs! They’re Zone-born killers—shoot first, ask questions later! Hounds ahead! Keep your distance—they’ll tear you apart in seconds! Dog pack incoming! Take out the leader, and the rest might scatter! Dogs! If they start circling, you’re already in trouble! Mutant hounds! Their speed is their deadliest weapon—don’t let them charge! It’s a dog! They may be small, but they’re lethal in packs! Dogs spotted! Aim carefully—they’re quick and unpredictable! Mutant dogs! They’ll chase you to the ends of the Zone if you don’t kill them! Dogs ahead! Stay on your guard—one bite, and you’re done! It’s a dog! They hunt anything that moves—don’t be their next target! Dogs incoming! If you see one, there’s always more nearby! That’s a dog! They’re more persistent than anything else in the Zone! Dogs spotted! Don’t let them close the distance, or it’s all over! Mutant hounds ahead! Don’t panic—they feed on fear! Dogs! These bastards don’t quit—kill them all before they get the chance to attack! It’s a dog! If it howls, more are coming—take it out now! Dog pack ahead! They’re faster than they look—don’t let them get behind you! Dogs! They’ll eat anything, including you—stay sharp! Mutant hounds! If they’re hungry, they won’t stop until one of us is dead! Dogs incoming! Don’t give them a chance to gang up on you! Dogs ahead! They’re faster than you think, so aim carefully! Mutant dogs! They’re always hunting—don’t let them hunt you! It’s a dog! Stay low and aim for its head—it’s the only way to be sure! Dogs spotted! Don’t let them surround you, or you’re done for! Mutant hounds ahead! Their speed is their deadliest weapon—don’t let them close in! Dogs incoming! Take out the pack leader first, and the rest might scatter! Dogs! They’re relentless hunters—don’t stop shooting until they’re all dead! Pseudodogs! They’re worse than the other mutts you’ve put down! A pseudodog! Careful, the bastards will latch on and tear you to shreds! It’s coming right for us! It’s... it’s a pseudodog! These are more brazen and vicious than most wild dogs. Pseudodogs fight until the bitter end! That pseudodog is sprinting straight for us! Pseudodog! Don’t let it close the gap—it’ll rip you apart! It’s a pseudodog! They’re faster, stronger, and meaner than regular dogs—don’t hold back! Pseudodog incoming! Take it out before it calls for the pack! That’s a pseudodog! They’ll fight to the death—make sure it’s theirs, not yours! Pseudodog spotted! Don’t let its size fool you—it’s deadly! It’s a pseudodog! They don’t run—they fight until one of you is dead! Pseudodog ahead! They’re faster than anything you’ve fought before—stay sharp! Pseudodog incoming! These things don’t give up easily—aim true! That’s no ordinary dog—it’s a pseudodog! Kill it before it gets the jump on you! Pseudodogs! They’re the Zone’s deadliest pack hunters—stay alert! It’s a pseudodog! Don’t let it circle you—it’s smarter than it looks! Pseudodog spotted! These things are pure muscle and teeth—don’t let it get close! That’s a pseudodog! Their bite is worse than their bark—don’t give them the chance! It’s a pseudodog! They’ll chase you down like prey if you’re not quick! Pseudodogs! They fight in packs, and they don’t know fear—stay ready! Pseudodog incoming! Aim for the head, and don’t stop firing! Pseudodog spotted! Keep moving—they’re faster than you! It’s a pseudodog! If it howls, more are coming—take it out now! Pseudodog pack ahead! Don’t let them flank you—stay in the open! That pseudodog is watching us... It’s waiting to strike! Pseudodog! They’re Zone-born killers—don’t hesitate to shoot! It’s a pseudodog! These things hunt like wolves—don’t let it surround you! Pseudodog incoming! They’re smarter than they look—don’t underestimate it! That’s a pseudodog! They’ll charge at you head-on—be ready! Pseudodogs! Their speed and strength make them the Zone’s deadliest predators! Pseudodog spotted! Watch your flanks—they love to attack from the sides! It’s a pseudodog! If it gets close, it’s all over—kill it now! Pseudodogs! They’re relentless—they don’t stop until one of you is dead! It’s a pseudodog! Keep your back to the wall—they love to ambush! That pseudodog is faster than any normal dog—don’t let it close the gap! Pseudodogs ahead! Stay calm, aim true, and don’t let them rush you! It’s a pseudodog! You can’t outrun it—fight or die! Pseudodogs! They’ll tear through anything in their path—don’t stop firing! That’s a pseudodog! They’re as fast as they are deadly—stay sharp! Pseudodog spotted! Don’t give it time to plan its attack—kill it now! It’s a pseudodog! They’re pack hunters—don’t let them surround you! Pseudodogs ahead! They don’t know fear—they’ll fight until they’re dead! That pseudodog is sizing us up—it’s planning its move! Pseudodogs! They’re fast, they’re deadly, and they’re always hunting! It’s a pseudodog! Their strength is in their speed—don’t give them an opening! Pseudodog incoming! Aim carefully—one mistake, and you’re done for! That’s a pseudodog! They’re deadlier than you think—don’t take chances! Pseudodogs! They’ll test you—and kill you if you’re not ready! It’s a pseudodog! Their bite is worse than anything you’ve ever faced—stay sharp! Pseudodogs ahead! Kill them quick, or they’ll make you regret every second! There’s so many! Nnghh! My head... is that a... psydog? What... nnghh! What is this pain in my head? Can't... can't focus! They’re swarming us! They’re everywhere! Stay away from me! I... I can’t tell which of the bitches are real! Get them off of me! Shit, a psydog! Be careful! I heard it overwhelms its prey with mind-tricks! It’s a Psydog! Don’t trust your eyes—its illusions are everywhere! Psydog spotted! If you can’t focus, it’s already messing with your mind! Shit, a Psydog! Shoot the real one, or we’re as good as dead! Psydog! Don’t panic—that’s how it gets you! That’s a Psydog! Ignore the illusions and focus on the real threat! Psydog nearby! If your head’s spinning, it’s already hunting you! It’s a Psydog! Don’t let it trap you in its mind games! Psydogs! They’ll make you question what’s real—don’t fall for it! Psydog ahead! Keep calm, and aim for the one that bleeds! Shit, my head... That’s no regular dog—it’s a Psydog! Psydog spotted! Their illusions are deadly—stay sharp! It’s a Psydog! If you’re seeing double, aim for the one that moves differently! Psydogs! They’re more dangerous than any mutant hound—don’t underestimate them! That’s a Psydog! Kill it before it traps us in its illusions! Psydog nearby! Don’t trust what you see—it’s all a trick! It’s a Psydog! Aim for the one that doesn’t flicker! Psydogs! They attack your mind and body—don’t let them close in! Psydog! Its pack may not be real, but its bite is—stay focused! That’s a Psydog! Shoot the one that looks solid—it’s the real threat! Psydog spotted! They’re masters of deception—don’t let it get in your head! It’s a Psydog! Kill it before its illusions overwhelm us! Psydogs! Their greatest weapon is confusion—don’t lose focus! Psydog incoming! The more you panic, the stronger it gets—stay calm! Shit, a Psydog! They’ll make you see things that aren’t there—don’t fall for it! Psydog ahead! Ignore the pack—it’s just an illusion! It’s a Psydog! Aim carefully, and don’t let its tricks distract you! Psydogs! They attack your mind as much as your body—be ready for both! Psydog nearby! It’s watching you, waiting for the perfect moment to strike! That’s a Psydog! Its illusions are just a distraction—don’t fall for it! Psydog! Their mind tricks are deadly—don’t lose your grip on reality! Psydogs! They’ll confuse you until you can’t fight back—kill it now! It’s a Psydog! Keep your head straight—it’s all in your mind! Psydog incoming! Ignore the fake ones and shoot the one that moves right! Psydogs! They’re the Zone’s masters of deception—don’t let them fool you! That’s a Psydog! Don’t let its mind tricks stop you from fighting back! Psydog nearby! If you can’t focus, it’s already in your head! It’s a Psydog! Kill it fast, or its illusions will overwhelm us! Psydogs! They’ll make you question your own eyes—don’t let them win! Psydog incoming! Keep calm—it feeds on your fear! That’s a Psydog! They’ll turn your mind against you—stay sharp! Psydog! Shoot the one that casts a shadow—it’s the real one! It’s a Psydog! Don’t let its illusions overwhelm you—focus on the fight! Psydogs! They use your mind against you—fight back! That’s a Psydog! It’s more dangerous than any regular hound—kill it now! Psydog ahead! If you see a pack, it’s just a trick—find the real one! Don’t be fooled. They can be dangerous, but flesh usually pose little threat without numbers. Ah, and here I was thinking about food! Ha ha! Are you hungry, stalker? Hmm? Oh. You know, of all the mutants in the Zone, flesh aren’t so bad. They taste great in a stew with some vegetables. Looks like a flesh has seen us. Is it charging us? Or is it fleeing? A flesh! Over there! It’s a flesh! Let’s hope it’s not feeling brave today. Flesh spotted! They’re slow, but don’t underestimate them in a group! Ah, a flesh! Don’t get too close—those tusks are sharper than they look! Flesh ahead! They’re more scared of us than we are of them... usually. It’s a flesh! Keep your distance—they’re harmless unless cornered. Flesh spotted! Ha, someone told me once they’re the Zone’s cattle. It’s a flesh! If it charges, just put it down quickly! Flesh! They’re not as dumb as they look—watch out for the herd! That’s a flesh! You know, some stalkers eat them. You hungry? Flesh ahead! It’s not much of a threat, but don’t get too comfortable. It’s a flesh! Aim for the head if it gets aggressive. Flesh spotted! They’re slow and dumb, but don’t let your guard down. Ah, a flesh. They remind me of pigs... mutated, ugly pigs. It’s a flesh! You think it’s worth the ammo to take it down? Flesh incoming! Don’t worry—they’re not too bright. That’s a flesh! Watch those tusks if it decides to charge! Flesh ahead! They’re easy to kill, but they’re still mutants—stay cautious. It’s a flesh! They’re harmless unless you make them nervous. Flesh! They’re not exactly apex predators, but don’t get careless. Flesh spotted! Don’t waste too much ammo—they’re barely worth it. It’s a flesh! If it runs, just let it go—it’s not worth the chase. Flesh! They’re ugly as sin, but they’re not too dangerous alone. It’s a flesh! Careful if there’s more around—they can trample you! Flesh spotted! They’re not fighters, but they’ll defend themselves if cornered. That’s a flesh! Kind of pathetic, but they’ve got a mean streak if provoked. It’s a flesh! Honestly, they’re almost cute... almost. Flesh ahead! If it charges, aim low and take it out quickly! It’s a flesh! You think they know how ugly they are? Flesh! They’re not aggressive unless you provoke them—don’t give them a reason. Flesh incoming! It’s slow, but those tusks can do real damage if it gets close. That’s a flesh! If it’s not bothering us, let’s just leave it be. Flesh! Their hide’s tougher than it looks—aim for the head. It’s a flesh! You think it’s edible? Some stalkers swear by it. Flesh spotted! They’re dumb as rocks, but they’ve got numbers on their side sometimes. That’s a flesh! If it’s alone, it’s not much of a threat. It’s a flesh! Careful—they’re not fighters, but they’ll defend themselves if they feel cornered. Flesh incoming! Honestly, it’s probably more scared of us than we are of it. That’s a flesh! Don’t waste too much ammo—it’s not worth it unless you’re hungry. It’s a flesh! If it charges, it’ll probably regret it. Flesh spotted! They’re not much of a threat unless they’re in a herd. Flesh! I’ve seen stalkers make burgers out of them. Hungry? That’s a flesh! Don’t let it fool you—those tusks can mess you up if it gets close. It’s a flesh! Slow and stupid, but don’t let your guard down completely. Flesh spotted! If it’s not charging, just let it go—it’s not worth the hassle. It’s a flesh! Easy target, but don’t get cocky—this is still the Zone. Look! It’s too agile to be a zombie! Is that a fracture? I’m not sure we are fast enough to escape it. Can we lure it into an anomaly nearby? Fracture! How do they move so quickly!? Kill that fracture before it reaches us! They’re more dangerous than you think! It’s a Fracture! Quick, they’re faster than they look—take it down! Fracture spotted! Stay sharp—they’re as deadly as they are fast! That’s a Fracture! Don’t let it close in—it’ll tear you apart! Fracture ahead! They move like lightning—keep your distance! It’s a Fracture! You don’t want to get caught by one of those! Fractures! They’re quick and vicious—don’t underestimate them! It’s a Fracture! Aim true, or it’ll be the last mistake you make! Fracture spotted! Keep moving—they strike the moment you hesitate! That’s no zombie—it’s a Fracture! They’re stronger than they look! It’s a Fracture! Don’t try to outrun it—you won’t make it! Fracture incoming! Stay calm, aim steady, and take it down! Fracture! If it gets close, you’re as good as dead—keep it at bay! It’s a Fracture! They’re too fast for comfort—don’t let it reach us! Fracture ahead! They’re agile and deadly—don’t take any chances! That’s a Fracture! They’re all muscle and fury—shoot to kill! Fractures! They’re smart, fast, and ruthless—don’t hesitate! It’s a Fracture! You won’t outrun it, so make your shots count! Fracture spotted! If you see one, there’s probably more lurking nearby. Fracture incoming! Don’t stop moving—it’s faster than you think! It’s a Fracture! If it leaps, you’re finished—take the shot now! Fracture ahead! Don’t give it time to plan its attack—kill it fast! That’s a Fracture! Their speed is their deadliest weapon—don’t let it close in! Fracture! They’re more cunning than they look—don’t let your guard down! It’s a Fracture! Don’t wait for it to come to you—take the fight to it! Fracture spotted! If it’s not moving now, it’s only waiting to strike! Fractures! They’re fast enough to make your head spin—stay sharp! It’s a Fracture! Keep it at range—it’ll kill you up close! Fracture ahead! Don’t lose sight of it—it’s faster than you think! That’s a Fracture! They’ll dodge your shots if you’re not quick enough! Fracture incoming! Don’t let its speed intimidate you—stay focused! It’s a Fracture! You’ll have one chance—make it count! Fractures! They’re agile, deadly, and relentless—don’t hold back! Fracture spotted! They don’t stop until you’re dead—kill it quickly! It’s a Fracture! Watch your surroundings—they attack when you’re distracted! Fracture incoming! Don’t try to run—it’ll catch you easily! Fractures! They move like shadows and strike like lightning—stay vigilant! It’s a Fracture! Their strength matches their speed—don’t get caught off guard! Fracture ahead! If it charges, aim for the head and don’t miss! That’s a Fracture! They don’t just hunt—they enjoy the kill! Fractures! They’re more than just fast—they’re terrifyingly intelligent! It’s a Fracture! Keep moving, and don’t let it close the gap! Fracture spotted! Stay calm, and aim true—one mistake, and it’s over! Fractures! They’ve killed more than a few careless stalkers—don’t join their ranks! It’s a Fracture! Don’t stop firing until it’s down—it’ll only take one chance to kill you! Fracture ahead! They’re fast, lethal, and unforgiving—don’t let it get the upper hand! Look out! A pseudogiant! I hope you brought good weapons! Dear God ... it’s massive! Pseudogiants are infamous for their strength! They toss vehicles about and crush their enemies as if they were toys! There is no shame in running, stalker! Pseudogiants have made short work of even Duty’s finest! Listen, I think we should avoid this one! It’ll be a difficult fight without proper weapons. Pseudogiant ahead! This thing can crush us with one step—stay alert! It’s a pseudogiant! Keep your distance—it’s unstoppable up close! Shit, a pseudogiant! It’s like a walking earthquake—don’t let it charge! Pseudogiant incoming! If you’re not ready to fight, we need to retreat now! That’s a pseudogiant! Even a tank would struggle against it—be careful! It’s a pseudogiant! Aim for its legs—slow it down before it gets close! Pseudogiant spotted! This is a fight for the brave or the foolish—are we ready? That pseudogiant is watching us... It’s waiting for the perfect moment to attack! Pseudogiant! Its strength is unmatched—don’t let it reach us! It’s a pseudogiant! If you hear the ground shaking, it’s already too close! Pseudogiant ahead! Its strength is terrifying, but its bulk makes it a big target—aim carefully! That’s a pseudogiant! Keep moving, and don’t let it catch you standing still! Shit, it’s a pseudogiant! They’re tougher than most buildings—don’t hold back! Pseudogiant incoming! Don’t even think about using small arms—it’ll laugh them off! It’s a pseudogiant! Its footsteps alone could kill us—stay on your toes! Pseudogiant spotted! If you value your life, aim for its weak points! That pseudogiant’s massive! We need to be smarter than it to survive this! It’s a pseudogiant! Even Duty’s exoskeletons have been torn apart by these monsters! Pseudogiant! It’s not just big—it’s surprisingly fast when it charges! That’s a pseudogiant! Its roar alone could knock you off your feet—don’t let it! It’s a pseudogiant! If you’re not ready, we’re better off running! Pseudogiant spotted! They say even grenades barely faze these things—aim smart! That’s a pseudogiant! We’ll need everything we’ve got to take it down! Shit, a pseudogiant! If it charges, dive for cover and pray! Pseudogiant incoming! Its weight alone could flatten us—don’t let it close in! It’s a pseudogiant! If you’ve got a plan, now’s the time to use it! Pseudogiant ahead! Watch the ground—it shakes when it’s close! That’s a pseudogiant! There’s no shame in running from something like that! Pseudogiant spotted! They’re tough, but not invincible—aim for its legs! It’s a pseudogiant! We can’t take it lightly—every move matters! Pseudogiant incoming! If you’ve got explosives, now’s the time to use them! Shit, that pseudogiant looks angry! Let’s make sure it stays at a distance! That’s a pseudogiant! Even the Zone’s anomalies don’t scare them—be careful! Pseudogiant! They’re the reason most stalkers carry their biggest guns! It’s a pseudogiant! Keep your cool, and don’t let its size intimidate you! Pseudogiant ahead! This fight will test every bit of skill we have! Shit, that pseudogiant’s moving! Get ready—it doesn’t stop for anything! That’s a pseudogiant! One hit, and it’ll flatten you—stay out of reach! Pseudogiant spotted! It’s built like a tank, but everything dies if you shoot it enough! It’s a pseudogiant! If we’re going to fight, let’s make it quick and decisive! Pseudogiant ahead! Don’t waste your ammo on its bulk—aim for weak spots! Shit, a pseudogiant! We’ll need to think fast, or we’re dead! Pseudogiant spotted! They’re the Zone’s answer to a wrecking ball—don’t let it swing your way! That’s a pseudogiant! They’ve been known to flip tanks—what chance do we have? It’s a pseudogiant! We’ll need every last bullet and ounce of courage for this fight! Is... there a karlik nearby? What the...? It looks like a child, or is it a midget? Aghh! My head! It's too small to be a psysucker! It's a rare one! A karlik! What the hell is that? A gnome? Karlik spotted! Don’t let its size fool you—it’s deadly! It’s a Karlik! Watch out—they’re faster and smarter than they look! Shit, a Karlik! Their size makes them harder to hit—stay focused! That’s a Karlik! They’re small, but their psychic attacks will mess you up! Karlik ahead! If you feel something in your head, it’s already targeting you! It’s a Karlik! Keep moving, or it’ll get inside your mind! Karlik! It might look like a joke, but it’s nothing to laugh at—be careful! That’s a Karlik! Their size makes them hard to spot, but they hit just as hard as any mutant! Karlik incoming! Don’t underestimate it—it’s more dangerous than it looks! It’s a Karlik! If it starts glowing, take cover—something bad is coming! Karlik ahead! Don’t let its size trick you into getting too close! Shit, a Karlik! They’re like psychic landmines—don’t get too close! That’s a Karlik! Its strength isn’t in its size, but in its mind! Karlik spotted! If it disappears, it’s already planning its next move—stay sharp! It’s a Karlik! Keep it at a distance, or we’re as good as dead! Karlik incoming! They’re rare, but there’s a reason most stalkers avoid them! That’s a Karlik! If you see one, it’s already too close for comfort! Shit, a Karlik! Their psychic attacks will have you shooting at ghosts—don’t let it happen! It’s a Karlik! They might look like a bad joke, but they’re deadly serious! Karlik! If it starts moving fast, get ready—it’s about to strike! That’s a Karlik! Keep an eye on it—if it vanishes, we’re in trouble! Karlik ahead! If it’s glowing, get ready—it’s charging up for something nasty! It’s a Karlik! Their small size makes them hard to hit, so aim carefully! Karlik incoming! They’re sneaky and fast—don’t let it catch you off guard! Shit, a Karlik! If it gets close, it’ll fry your brain before you can blink! That’s a Karlik! Don’t give it the chance to attack—kill it now! Karlik! They’re like a psychic parasite—don’t let it latch on! It’s a Karlik! If your vision starts to blur, it’s already working on you! Karlik spotted! Their small size makes them hard to notice until it’s too late! Karlik incoming! Whatever you do, don’t let it get in your head! It’s a Karlik! Keep your distance, and don’t let it pull you into its games! Shit, a Karlik! If it starts laughing, you’re already in trouble! That’s a Karlik! They’re small, fast, and disturbingly intelligent—stay sharp! Karlik! Their size is deceiving—they’re harder to kill than you’d think! It’s a Karlik! Don’t wait for it to make the first move—take it out now! Karlik ahead! If it’s alone, it’s still deadly—don’t let it fool you! That’s a Karlik! You’d think something that small wouldn’t be this terrifying! Karlik incoming! They don’t just kill—they play with their prey first! Shit, a Karlik! It’s got that unsettling grin—be ready for anything! It’s a Karlik! They’re rare for a reason—most don’t survive their encounters with one! Karlik! If it starts running, get ready—it’s about to attack! That’s a Karlik! Its size makes it hard to hit, but you’ve got to try! Karlik ahead! They’re small, but their powers make them a big threat! It’s a Karlik! If you’re seeing things, it’s already messing with your mind! Karlik incoming! Don’t hesitate—kill it before it gets the upper hand! Lurker! I’d recognize that cry anywhere. Watch that lurker! They can leap great distances. Hmph, lurker. Looking for a meal, no doubt. Let’s put this beast down, quickly! Looks like a lurker! Ready your weapon! Not as bad as a Chimera, or so I’ve heard, but lurkers are still dangerous. Lurker spotted! Keep your eyes on it—they’re fast and unpredictable! It’s a Lurker! Watch out—they strike before you even see them coming! Shit, a Lurker! They’re not just quick—they’re relentless! Lurker incoming! If it starts circling, it’s planning to leap—stay ready! That’s a Lurker! Their claws will tear you apart if you’re not careful! It’s a Lurker! Don’t let its size fool you—it’s faster than you think! Lurker ahead! Keep it at range—they’re deadliest up close! That’s a Lurker! You’ll need quick reflexes to take it down! Lurker spotted! They’re smaller than Chimeras, but no less dangerous! It’s a Lurker! If it leaps, dive out of the way and counterattack! Lurkers! They’re opportunistic killers—don’t give them a chance! Lurker ahead! They’re not just hunters—they’re ambush predators! Shit, it’s a Lurker! If you hear its cry, it’s already hunting you! Lurker incoming! Stay on your feet—they’ll strike the moment you stumble! That’s a Lurker! Their speed is terrifying—don’t let it catch you off guard! It’s a Lurker! They’ll go straight for the throat if you’re not quick enough! Lurker spotted! Their leap is deadly—shoot before they get the chance! That’s a Lurker! They don’t miss once they’ve locked onto you! Lurker incoming! Don’t panic—that’s exactly what it wants! It’s a Lurker! If you see its shadow, it’s already too close! Lurker! They’re masters of ambush—watch your surroundings! That’s a Lurker! Keep moving—standing still is a death sentence! Lurker ahead! They’re not as tough as Chimeras, but they’re just as cunning! Shit, a Lurker! Their claws are sharp enough to cut through armor! It’s a Lurker! Stay calm, aim carefully, and don’t miss your chance! Lurker spotted! They’re faster than they look—don’t let them close in! Lurker incoming! If it jumps, shoot mid-air—don’t let it land on you! That’s a Lurker! You’ll need nerves of steel to take it down! Lurkers! They’re small, deadly, and faster than anything you’ve fought before! It’s a Lurker! If it howls, there’s more nearby—stay alert! Lurker ahead! They’ll toy with you before going for the kill! Shit, it’s a Lurker! Their strikes are fast and brutal—don’t let it hit you! Lurker spotted! They’ll leap from the shadows if you’re not watching! It’s a Lurker! Their agility is terrifying—don’t hesitate to shoot! Lurker incoming! If you hear it before you see it, it’s already closing in! That’s a Lurker! If it’s stalking us, it’s waiting for the perfect moment to strike! It’s a Lurker! Don’t let it control the fight—take the offensive! Lurkers! They’re silent killers until the moment they pounce—don’t give them the chance! Shit, a Lurker! They’re faster than anything else in the Zone—stay sharp! It’s a Lurker! Are you seeing what I’m seeing? Is ... that a ghost? It’s a poltergeist! Watch your surroundings! Agh! Shit! It’s pelting me with rocks! Poltergeist! It’s mostly harmless unless it finds something to toss our way. Poltergeists are rare, but they’re more dangerous when inside buildings. Poltergeist spotted! Keep an eye on the objects around you—they’re its weapons! It’s a Poltergeist! Don’t trust your surroundings—it can throw anything at you! Shit, a Poltergeist! If it starts hurling debris, we’re in trouble! Poltergeist incoming! They’re invisible most of the time—stay alert! That’s a Poltergeist! Its power is in its environment—watch for flying objects! It’s a Poltergeist! If it’s inside a building, we’re in for a rough time! Poltergeist! They’re not much of a threat in the open, but indoors, they’re killers! That’s a Poltergeist! If you can hear it, it’s already close enough to attack! Poltergeist spotted! Aim for the shimmer—that’s where it’s hiding! It’s a Poltergeist! If it’s quiet, it’s just waiting to strike! Poltergeist ahead! Keep moving—don’t give it a stationary target! Shit, a Poltergeist! Their invisibility makes them a nightmare to fight! Poltergeist incoming! Don’t stop shooting until you’re sure it’s dead! That’s a Poltergeist! They’re quiet, but when they attack, it’s chaos! It’s a Poltergeist! Keep your wits about you—they thrive on confusion! Poltergeist! If it’s throwing things, get to cover and aim for the shimmer! That’s a Poltergeist! Their psychic attacks make them more than just a nuisance! Poltergeist spotted! Don’t let it trap you in a corner! It’s a Poltergeist! If it’s nearby, nothing is safe—not even the walls! Poltergeist incoming! If you see objects moving, it’s already attacking! Poltergeist! It’s not just a ghost—it’s a killer with a bad sense of humor! That’s a Poltergeist! If it’s throwing debris, we need to end it fast! Poltergeist ahead! Keep an eye out—it’ll use anything it can as a weapon! Shit, a Poltergeist! They’re harder to spot than most mutants—stay sharp! It’s a Poltergeist! Keep your distance—it’s strongest in tight spaces! Poltergeist spotted! They’re more dangerous indoors—don’t give it an advantage! Poltergeist! If it’s throwing rocks, it’s trying to kill you—don’t let it! That’s a Poltergeist! Don’t trust what you see—it’s probably behind you! Poltergeist incoming! If it goes quiet, it’s planning something nasty! It’s a Poltergeist! You can’t fight it like a normal mutant—think fast! Poltergeist ahead! Stay mobile—it can’t hit a moving target as easily! Shit, a Poltergeist! If it starts throwing heavy stuff, we’re in trouble! Poltergeist spotted! Its invisibility makes it deadly—stay alert! It’s a Poltergeist! Keep an ear out—they’re louder than they think! Poltergeist incoming! If you see it, shoot fast—it won’t give you another chance! That’s a Poltergeist! They’ll use anything and everything to take you down! Poltergeist! If it’s near, even your own gear might turn against you! It’s a Poltergeist! Don’t panic—they feed on fear and confusion! Poltergeist spotted! Keep firing—it’s not as tough as it seems! Shit, a Poltergeist! It’s like fighting a ghost with a bad temper! It’s a Poltergeist! Don’t give it the chance to trap you—keep moving! Poltergeist incoming! If it’s quiet, it’s already planning its next attack! Poltergeist! They’re the Zone’s invisible assassins—don’t underestimate them! That’s a Poltergeist! You won’t see it coming until it’s already too late! Poltergeist ahead! They’re rare, but they’ve killed more than a few careless stalkers! The only thing worse than a bloodsucker! Get ready! That psysucker is coming! We have to keep moving! Psysucker! Is there water nearby? The splashing will give away its position! What... what are those!? Ahh! No! Stay... stay away! Don’t let them touch me! Don’t let it get into your head! Focus on what’s real! It’s a Psysucker! Stay calm—they’ll use fear against you! Shit, a Psysucker! If you hear whispers, it’s already hunting us! Psysucker ahead! They’re deadlier than Bloodsuckers—don’t hesitate! Psysucker incoming! It’s invisible, but you can feel its presence—stay sharp! That’s a Psysucker! Its mind tricks are as deadly as its claws—don’t let it win! It’s a Psysucker! Don’t stop moving—they thrive on hesitation! Psysucker! Aim for the shimmer—if you see it, you’ve got a shot! That’s a Psysucker! If it vanishes, it’s planning to strike—be ready! Psysucker spotted! Their strength lies in confusion—don’t let it take control! It’s a Psysucker! They don’t just hunt your body—they hunt your mind! Psysucker ahead! If it closes the distance, you’re already dead! Shit, a Psysucker! Don’t let it flank you—it’s faster than you think! Psysucker incoming! Don’t let the hallucinations distract you—it’s all lies! That’s a Psysucker! Its claws are bad enough, but its psychic attacks are worse! It’s a Psysucker! Focus on what’s real—its illusions are just bait! Psysucker! If you feel it probing your mind, it’s already too close! That’s a Psysucker! Keep your wits about you—it’s trying to make you panic! Shit, a Psysucker! They’ll make you doubt your own senses—don’t let them! It’s a Psysucker! If you see it, shoot fast—it won’t give you a second chance! Psysucker ahead! If it’s near, the air will feel heavier—stay alert! Psysucker spotted! Don’t give it time to get in your head—take the fight to it! That’s a Psysucker! They’re like living nightmares—fight back or die trying! It’s a Psysucker! If you start seeing things, focus on its shimmer—it’s the real target! Psysucker! They’re faster and deadlier than Bloodsuckers—don’t hold back! Shit, a Psysucker! Its illusions are distractions—ignore them and aim true! Psysucker incoming! If you let it take control, you’re finished—stay strong! That’s a Psysucker! Its mind games are deadly—don’t let it inside your head! Psysucker spotted! If it goes quiet, it’s already planning its attack! It’s a Psysucker! Don’t let its psychic grip paralyze you—fight back! Psysucker! If it’s near, the whispers will start—don’t let them distract you! Shit, a Psysucker! If it’s invisible, it’s already hunting—stay sharp! Psysucker ahead! If it gets into your mind, you’ll never win—kill it fast! That’s a Psysucker! They’re faster, smarter, and deadlier than any mutant you’ve seen! It’s a Psysucker! If you’re not sure what’s real, aim for what moves naturally! Psysucker spotted! Don’t let it corner you—it’s lethal in close quarters! Psysucker incoming! If you hesitate, it’ll strike without mercy! Shit, a Psysucker! It’s like a Bloodsucker with a brain—it’s worse than it sounds! It’s a Psysucker! Keep moving, or its claws and illusions will tear you apart! Psysucker! If you hear whispers, it’s already playing its games—don’t fall for them! That’s a Psysucker! If it’s circling, it’s looking for a weak spot—don’t give it one! Shit, a Psysucker! If it closes in, we’re done for—kill it now! It’s a Psysucker! Focus on what’s real—its illusions are just distractions! Psysucker spotted! They’re the Zone’s most cunning predators—don’t underestimate them! Psysucker incoming! Its tricks will confuse you—don’t let them! That’s a Psysucker! If it gets too close, it’ll tear you apart mentally and physically! Keep eyes on it! Pyrogeist! Pyrogeist! Stay quick on your toes and watch for the fire! Ugh, I’m sweating in my suit from all this heat. We need to kill it, quickly! That’s ... that’s not a burner anomaly! Shoot it! Keep moving! Watch for the gouts of flame! It’s a Pyrogeist! Stay out of its range—its flames will roast you alive! Shit, a Pyrogeist! The heat alone could kill us—keep your distance! Pyrogeist ahead! If you see flames, it’s already attacking! That’s a Pyrogeist! They’re like living burner anomalies—don’t get too close! Pyrogeist spotted! Keep moving, or it’ll cook you where you stand! It’s a Pyrogeist! Its fire can melt steel—don’t let it touch you! Pyrogeist incoming! Aim for the source of the flames—kill it fast! That’s a Pyrogeist! If you can feel the heat, it’s already too close! Pyrogeist! Their flames burn hotter than anything else in the Zone—stay sharp! It’s a Pyrogeist! If it gets you in its firestorm, you’re done for! Pyrogeist ahead! Keep your wits about you—it’s hard to see through the flames! Shit, a Pyrogeist! Its heat alone can kill—don’t stand still! Pyrogeist spotted! They’re more dangerous in enclosed spaces—be careful! That’s a Pyrogeist! It’s not just fire—it’s alive and hunting us! It’s a Pyrogeist! If the air feels hotter, it’s already too close! Pyrogeist incoming! They’re relentless—don’t stop until it’s dead! That’s a Pyrogeist! Keep an eye on your surroundings—it’ll turn everything into a weapon! Pyrogeist ahead! If it’s near, the fire will feel like it’s breathing down your neck! Shit, a Pyrogeist! They’re rare, but they’ve killed plenty of careless stalkers! It’s a Pyrogeist! Keep moving, and don’t let the flames catch you! Pyrogeist! If it lights up, it’s about to attack—be ready! That’s a Pyrogeist! They’re like ghosts wrapped in fire—don’t underestimate it! Pyrogeist incoming! If you feel the heat rising, it’s time to shoot! It’s a Pyrogeist! Don’t give it a chance to trap you in its flames! Pyrogeist ahead! They’re strongest when you panic—stay calm! Shit, a Pyrogeist! If it’s hiding in the fire, aim for the movement! Pyrogeist spotted! Don’t let it set the battlefield on fire—end it quickly! That’s a Pyrogeist! Its flames are hotter than hell—don’t let it touch you! Pyrogeist incoming! If you’re sweating, it’s already too close—act fast! It’s a Pyrogeist! If it’s not attacking yet, it’s waiting for the perfect moment! Pyrogeist ahead! Stay on the move—they can’t hit what they can’t track! Shit, a Pyrogeist! If you smell burning, it’s already hunting you! Pyrogeist spotted! Their heat will kill you faster than their fire—keep your distance! It’s a Pyrogeist! If the flames look alive, it’s because they are! Pyrogeist incoming! They’re living furnaces—don’t let them ignite your end! That’s a Pyrogeist! It’ll torch the entire area if we’re not careful! Pyrogeist! If it sets the air ablaze, you’ve got seconds to react—move now! It’s a Pyrogeist! If it feels hotter, it’s about to attack—stay sharp! Pyrogeist spotted! They’re not just fire—they’re killers in disguise! Shit, a Pyrogeist! Keep your gear from overheating—this fight’s going to burn! It’s a Pyrogeist! If it starts throwing flames, find cover immediately! Pyrogeist incoming! If you see the fire moving, it’s already too late to run! Pyrogeist! They don’t just burn—they consume everything in their path! That’s a Pyrogeist! Its heat is like a weapon—don’t give it time to use it! Pyrogeist ahead! They’re rare, but their flames leave nothing behind! There! Crawling on all fours. A snork! Watch yourself, stalker. Snorks are rabid things. They’ll lunge at you from afar and try to tackle you to the ground. What... whatever made them like this? Were these stalkers? Snorks. The Zone is a cruel place... They’re no better than any of the other beasts that roam the Zone. It’s a Snork! They’re faster than they look—stay ready! Shit, a Snork! They’ll leap at you the moment they see an opening! Snork incoming! If it’s close, it’s already planning to pounce—be ready! That’s a Snork! Aim for the head—they’re tough, but not invincible! Snork ahead! They’re the Zone’s fastest killers—don’t let it catch you off guard! It’s a Snork! Watch for their jumps—they’ll take you down in a heartbeat! Snorks! If they’re hunting us, they won’t stop until we’re dead! That’s a Snork! Keep your distance—they’re deadly up close! Snork spotted! If you hear heavy breathing, it’s already too close! It’s a Snork! Don’t let its erratic movements throw you off—aim carefully! Snork incoming! They’ll go straight for your throat—don’t give them the chance! Shit, a Snork! If it’s circling, it’s waiting for the perfect moment to strike! Snork ahead! They’re fast, feral, and relentless—don’t let them close in! That’s a Snork! If you see one, there’s likely more nearby—stay sharp! It’s a Snork! They might have been human once, but now they’re pure monsters! Snork spotted! They’re fast and unpredictable—don’t let them get close! Snork incoming! If it leaps, sidestep and counterattack—don’t stand still! That’s a Snork! They’re a stalker’s worst nightmare—kill it quickly! Snork ahead! If it’s on all fours, it’s already preparing to lunge! It’s a Snork! Keep moving—they’re faster than you think! Snork! They’re not just fast—they’re vicious and relentless! That’s a Snork! They’ll attack the moment you look away—don’t blink! Shit, a Snork! If you hear its snarls, it’s already on your trail! Snork incoming! They’ll dive at you from a distance—be ready! It’s a Snork! Don’t give it a chance to attack—shoot now! Snork spotted! They’re more animal than human—treat them like the beasts they are! Snork ahead! They’re like rabid dogs, but smarter and deadlier! That’s a Snork! They’ve killed more stalkers than most other mutants combined! It’s a Snork! If it gets close, it’ll tear you apart—don’t let it! Snork incoming! They’re savage and brutal—don’t hold back! Snork spotted! Don’t hesitate—they’ll rip you apart if you do! Shit, a Snork! If it jumps, aim high and shoot fast! Snork ahead! They’re agile, aggressive, and always hunting! That’s a Snork! If it’s moving erratically, it’s about to attack—stay ready! It’s a Snork! They’re proof that the Zone is a cruel, unforgiving place. Snork incoming! If you hear its breathing, it’s already closing in! Snork spotted! They’re small, but they’re fast and deadly—don’t underestimate them! Shit, a Snork! They’re rabid and relentless—don’t stop firing until it’s dead! Snork ahead! They’re like wild animals—don’t let them get the upper hand! It’s a Snork! If it’s circling, it’s waiting for the perfect moment to strike—don’t give it one! Snork incoming! If you’re not ready, it’ll be your last mistake! That’s a Snork! They’re the Zone’s most efficient killers—don’t let them win! It’s a Snork! If it’s near, it’s already planning its next move—stay alert! Snork spotted! They’re proof that the Zone turns people into monsters. Snork ahead! If it lunges, don’t hesitate—take the shot! Tushakano. Tiny little bastards! Careful! Tushkano. I once saw a rookie killed by a swarm. I don’t ... I don’t want to talk about it ... Gah! Tushkano are so damn difficult to shoot. Hold still you little shit! I’m going to stomp this ankle-biter into the mud. It’s small! It’s a Tushkano. They scamper about, clawing your shins to ribbons so you can’t escape. It’s a Tushkano! They’re small, but in numbers, they’re deadly! Shit, Tushkano! Watch your ankles—they love to swarm! Tushkano incoming! Don’t let their size fool you—they’re vicious in groups! That’s a Tushkano! They’re pests alone, but a swarm will overwhelm you! Tushkano ahead! Keep moving—don’t let them surround you! It’s a Tushkano! Aim low and don’t waste your shots—they’re quick! Tushkano! They’re not deadly alone, but together, they’re terrifying! That’s a Tushkano! They’ll gnaw at you until you’re too weak to fight! Tushkano spotted! Don’t get cocky—one misstep, and they’ll overwhelm you! It’s a Tushkano! They’re like rats, but meaner and faster! Tushkano incoming! If you’re not quick, they’ll swarm you before you can react! Shit, Tushkano! If there’s one, there’s a dozen more—stay sharp! Tushkano ahead! They’re annoying pests, but deadly when underestimated! That’s a Tushkano! Don’t let them get underfoot—they’ll trip you up and tear you apart! It’s a Tushkano! Their strength is in their numbers—kill them before they can gather! Tushkano spotted! They’re fast and small, but not impossible to kill! Tushkano! If you hear squeaking, they’re already planning to swarm! That’s a Tushkano! If they bite, it’s not just pain—you might not escape! Shit, Tushkano! They’ll nip at you until you drop—don’t let it happen! It’s a Tushkano! If there’s one, there’s more—be ready! Tushkano incoming! Watch your feet—they aim to cripple you! That’s a Tushkano! If you don’t kill it quickly, you’ll be dealing with a whole swarm! Tushkano ahead! They’re not a threat alone, but together, they’re deadly! It’s a Tushkano! If you underestimate it, you’ll regret it! Shit, Tushkano! Don’t let them get close—they’ll tear you apart from the ground up! Tushkano spotted! They’re tiny terrors—don’t give them a chance! Tushkano incoming! Aim low, and don’t let them get underfoot! That’s a Tushkano! They’ll gnaw at you until you can’t fight back—stay alert! It’s a Tushkano! You’d think their size makes them harmless—you’d be wrong. Tushkano spotted! If they swarm, you’re in real trouble—kill them quickly! Shit, Tushkano! They’re ankle-biters, but they’ll drop you in no time! Tushkano ahead! Don’t let them distract you—they’re deadlier than they look! That’s a Tushkano! They’re pests, but they’ll kill you if you’re not careful! It’s a Tushkano! If they start swarming, you won’t have time to react—kill them now! Shit, Tushkano! They’re fast, vicious, and always hungry—don’t let them catch you! Tushkano spotted! They’ll swarm you in seconds if you’re not quick! Tushkano incoming! If you think they’re harmless, you’ll regret it! That’s a Tushkano! They’re a nightmare in groups—don’t let it happen! It’s a Tushkano! If they start biting, you won’t be able to stop them! Tushkano spotted! Keep your distance—they’ll trip you up if you’re not careful! Tushkano incoming! They’re pests, but they’ll tear you apart in a pack! That’s a Tushkano! They’re more than just annoying—they’re killers in disguise! It’s a Tushkano! If you’re not careful, they’ll swarm you before you know it! Shit, Tushkano! They’re small, but their bite is worse than their size! Tushkano ahead! If you see one, there’s always more nearby—don’t hesitate! Zombies. Such a terrible fate... Don’t bother wasting your bullets if you’ve an axe handy. Zombies aren’t worth it. A zombie. Well, there are worse things to fight in the Zone. Let’s hurry this up and put them down for good. I wonder who they were before they became zombies? Zombies ahead! Keep your distance—they may be slow, but they’re relentless. It’s a zombie. If you don’t finish it off, it’ll keep coming no matter what. Shit, zombies! They’re not fast, but they never stop—don’t let them swarm you. Zombies incoming! Aim for the head, or you’ll just waste your ammo. That’s a zombie. They’re more tragedy than threat, but don’t let your guard down. It’s a zombie. Watch out—they might be slow, but they’re still dangerous. Zombies spotted! Their numbers are their strength—don’t let them group up. That’s a zombie. They’re the Zone’s reminder of what happens when you’re careless. Zombies! If they get too close, they’ll tear you apart with those rotten hands. It’s a zombie. The Zone’s way of saying it doesn’t let anyone go. Zombie incoming! Don’t waste ammo—one good hit to the head should do it. Shit, zombies! They’re not clever, but they’ll wear you down if you’re not careful. Zombies ahead! They’re not just shambling corpses—they’ll fight back if cornered. That’s a zombie. Were they a stalker once? Or just another victim of the Zone? It’s a zombie. Keep your focus—they’re easy to underestimate. Zombies! They’re slow, but they’ll overwhelm you if you’re not quick. That’s a zombie. You can’t reason with it—just put it down. Zombie spotted! They’re not a challenge alone, but a horde is another story. Shit, a zombie! Their slow pace hides how dangerous they are in numbers. It’s a zombie. They’re what’s left when the Zone takes everything from you. Zombies ahead! Don’t let their moaning distract you—they’re still killers. That’s a zombie. They’re not much of a threat, but don’t get careless. Zombies! They’ll keep coming until you put them down for good. It’s a zombie. If it’s still moving, it’s still dangerous—finish it off. Zombie incoming! If you’re not ready, they’ll surround you before you know it. Shit, zombies! They’re easy to kill if you aim for the head—don’t waste your shots. Zombies ahead! They’re not fast, but their persistence is deadly. That’s a zombie. They might not have a brain anymore, but they’ll still kill you if you’re not careful. It’s a zombie. They’re more of a reminder of the Zone’s cruelty than a real threat. Zombies spotted! Don’t let them get close, or you’ll regret it. Shit, zombies! They’re like the walking dead, but worse—they were once stalkers like us. Zombie ahead! Keep calm and aim true—one good shot is all it takes. That’s a zombie. They’re the Zone’s way of saying no one leaves unscathed. It’s a zombie. Don’t waste time wondering what they were—focus on what they are now. Zombies incoming! If they get close, they’ll claw you to pieces—stay alert. Shit, zombies! If you’re out of ammo, use your blade—they’re slow, but tough. Zombies ahead! They’re more pathetic than terrifying, but still dangerous. That’s a zombie. They’re what’s left when the Zone takes everything from you. It’s a zombie. Finish it quickly—it’s not worth your pity. Zombies! They’re slow, but they’ll wear you down if you’re not careful. That’s a zombie. The Zone spares no one, not even the dead. Zombie spotted! If they surround you, it’s over—stay mobile. Shit, zombies! Their numbers can make even the slowest of them deadly. It’s a zombie. They’re the walking proof of the Zone’s cruelty. Zombies ahead! They’re more than just corpses—they’re the Zone’s undead hunters. If you're reading this, something went wrong in the code. Please contact Darkasleif#8648 on Discord or @Nythos_ to get it fixed. Please include the log, what enemies you saw, and where it happened. That's an electric anomaly. Watch out for that zapper. Eyes open, don't get fried by that electric anomaly. Heads up. That's an electrical anomaly. Don't step into that electric anomaly. Careful, that spark could end you in seconds. That's an electric anomaly. Touch it, and you'll be lighting up the Zone. Zap trap ahead—stay clear of that spark. Feel the hum in the air? That’s a live one. Don’t get too close. Electric anomaly detected. You don’t want to see what happens when it gets you. That’s not a place to stand unless you want to fry. Electric anomaly spotted. Use your bolts—don’t guess with this one. One wrong step, and that anomaly will roast you alive. That's a zapper anomaly. A real stalker’s toaster. Electric field ahead—keep your wits about you. That crackling sound? Yeah, don’t touch that. Careful. One step in, and you’ll glow brighter than Pripyat at night. An electric anomaly. It’ll fry your nerves faster than you can scream. See that spark? Stay far, far away unless you want a new hairstyle. Electric anomalies are no joke. That crackling noise is your only warning. Zap ahead! If you’re feeling lucky, don’t. You can almost feel the static from here. Keep your distance. Electric anomaly sighted. Throw a bolt to find its edges—it’ll save your life. That hum? That’s the Zone’s way of saying ‘stay away.’ That zapper will cook you alive if you’re not careful. Electric anomaly ahead. Don’t let curiosity get you killed. That thing will burn you to ashes faster than you can react. Feel that charge? You’re one step away from being barbecued. An electric anomaly. Don’t get too close, or you’ll light up like a Christmas tree. That spark’s got your name on it if you’re not careful. Electric anomaly detected. One step, and you’re a goner. See that glow? That’s a deadly zap waiting for a fool to step in. That anomaly’s crackle is your only warning. Don’t ignore it. One wrong move, and that zapper will turn you into a pile of ashes. Stay clear of the electric anomaly. It’s not forgiving. That’s an electric anomaly. Throw a bolt to make sure it’s not your last step. Careful around that zapper. It’s been the end of many a stalker. That crackling sound? Means you’re too close already. Electric anomaly spotted. Stay sharp—don’t get fried. Zap zone ahead. Unless you like your skin crispy, steer clear. That’s an electric anomaly. One wrong step, and you’re toast. Electric field ahead! Don’t trust the Zone to give you second chances. Hear that crackle? Yeah, that’s not a friendly greeting. That’s no place for a stalker unless you’re tired of living. Electric anomaly up ahead! Watch your step, or you’ll pay for it. See that spark? That’s the Zone’s way of saying ‘keep out.’ Electric anomaly. It’s quiet, but it’s a killer—don’t ignore it. Stay clear of that zapper. It’s not just a spark—it’s a death trap. That’s an electric anomaly. It doesn’t just zap—it obliterates. Electric anomaly ahead! It’s not just static—it’s death in a spark. That's a melter. Chemical anomaly, eyes up. Chemicals, don't get melted. That's chemicals. Chems. They burn like hell. That’s a chemical anomaly. One step in, and you’re a puddle. Chemical anomaly ahead! Watch the air—it’ll burn your lungs out. That’s a melter. Step in there, and you’ll regret it—briefly. Chemical zone up ahead. Mask on, or you’re done for. Feel that sting? Chemical anomaly nearby. Don’t get careless. Chemicals ahead! They’ll eat through your suit and your skin. That green haze? Chemical anomaly. Stay out of it unless you want to melt. Chemical anomaly detected. One step, and you’re soup. That’s a melter anomaly. You’ll be nothing but bones if you’re not careful. Chemical anomaly ahead! Stay clear unless you like the taste of acid. Chems in the air! Don’t breathe it in, or you’ll regret it. That’s not fog—it’s a chemical anomaly. Step in, and it’ll be your last. Chemicals up ahead. Unless you’re suicidal, keep your distance. That haze isn’t harmless. Chemical anomaly—don’t test it. That’s a chemical field. One breath, and you’re coughing up blood. Chems ahead. If your suit’s not sealed, you’re as good as dead. That’s a chemical anomaly. You can’t run from acid burns. Chemicals! Don’t let the smell fool you—it’s death waiting for you. Feel that tingle? Chems in the air. Get back now. Chemical anomaly detected. It’ll strip you down to your skeleton in seconds. That’s a chemical zone. You won’t feel it until it’s too late. Chemicals up ahead! One misstep, and you’re a corpse. Chems in the air. You can smell it, but by then it’s already burning you. That’s not just mist—that’s acid waiting to eat you alive. Chemical anomaly! Get your bolts ready and keep your distance. That’s a melter. One wrong step, and you’ll dissolve in seconds. Chems ahead! They don’t just burn—they eat away at everything. Chemical anomaly spotted. It’s quiet, but it’s deadly—stay sharp. That green mist is a death trap. Don’t go near it. Chemicals! They’ll turn you into sludge faster than you can scream. That chemical zone doesn’t forgive mistakes. Keep back. Chems ahead! They’ll burn through your gear and your skin in seconds. That’s a chemical field. Even a whiff can kill—stay clear. Chems in the air! It’ll strip your lungs bare if you breathe it in. That’s not mist. It’s a chemical trap waiting to melt you down. Chemicals ahead! They’ll chew through everything—your gear, your body, your bones. That green haze isn’t just dangerous—it’s lethal. Don’t test it. Chemical zone up ahead. Keep your suit sealed, or don’t bother going in. Chems in the area. One breath, and you’re done for. That’s a chemical anomaly. You won’t get a second chance with that one. Chemical field spotted. Don’t underestimate it—it’ll kill you slow and painful. Feel the burn in the air? That’s a chemical anomaly. Keep away. Chemical anomaly detected. It’s not just air—it’s death waiting to happen. That green cloud is no joke. Chemicals don’t forgive mistakes. Chems ahead! The Zone’s way of saying ‘don’t go there.’ Watch your step, that's a hot one. Don't get burnt to a crisp, that's thermal. Watch out for those embers, that's a thermal. You see that burner? Don't get cooked by that thermal. That’s a burner anomaly. One wrong step, and you’re ash. Thermal anomaly ahead! It’ll roast you alive before you know it. Feel that heat? That’s a burner anomaly. Stay clear. Burner anomaly spotted. It’s hotter than hell—don’t test it. Thermal field ahead. Unless you like being roasted, keep your distance. That heat shimmer? Burner anomaly. Stay back if you want to live. That’s a thermal anomaly. It’ll cook you faster than you can scream. Hot zone ahead! Unless you’re fireproof, keep away. Burner anomaly detected. Don’t even think about going near it. Feel that wave of heat? That’s a thermal anomaly. Respect it, or die. That’s a burner anomaly. One step, and you’re charred meat. Thermal anomaly ahead! If you value your skin, keep your distance. That heat haze? Burner anomaly. Don’t get too close. Burner anomaly spotted. It’s waiting for someone stupid enough to step in. That’s a thermal zone. You won’t feel a thing after the first second—you’ll be gone. Thermal anomaly detected. Step in, and you’re cooked. That burner will incinerate you in an instant. Stay clear. Feel that searing heat? That’s a burner anomaly. Keep away. Thermal field ahead! It’s not just hot—it’s lethal. That’s no campfire—that’s a thermal anomaly. Respect it, or die. Burner anomaly detected. It’s the Zone’s crematorium—don’t volunteer. Hot spot ahead! If you’re not careful, you’ll be nothing but ash. Thermal anomaly spotted. Don’t get too close—it’s instant death. That shimmer? Burner anomaly. Stay far, far away. Burner anomaly ahead! It’s hotter than a reactor core—don’t test it. That’s a thermal anomaly. One step, and you’re barbecue. Feel that heat? That burner’s waiting for its next victim. Thermal anomaly detected. Step wrong, and you’re cooked alive. Burner anomaly up ahead. It doesn’t forgive mistakes. Thermal zone ahead. The heat alone will kill you—don’t get close. That’s a burner. It’s not just hot—it’s deadly. Burner anomaly detected. Stay sharp—it’ll flash-cook you in an instant. Thermal anomaly spotted. Don’t get curious—it’s not worth dying for. That heat shimmer is a death sentence. Avoid it at all costs. Burner anomaly ahead! Don’t be the fool who steps into that furnace. That’s a thermal anomaly. One touch, and you’re cinders. Thermal field ahead! Stay alert, or you’ll burn alive. That heat haze? It’s no mirage—that’s a burner anomaly. Burner anomaly detected. One misstep, and you’re ash in the wind. Thermal anomaly up ahead. Keep your distance—it’s death incarnate. Feel the heat? That burner will roast you whole if you’re not careful. Burner anomaly spotted. Don’t get too close unless you want to fry. Thermal anomaly! It’s not just heat—it’s lethal fire. That shimmer ahead? Burner anomaly. You’ll be ash in seconds if you step in. Burner anomaly ahead! The Zone’s way of turning you into charcoal. Don't get sucked into that gravitational anomaly. Don't be a puddle, watch your step around that gravi. Be careful, that's a grav. Gravitational anomaly, watch your step. Grav, keep your distance. That’s a gravitational anomaly. One step, and it’ll crush you flat. Gravitational anomaly ahead! It’ll turn you into paste if you’re not careful. That’s a grav anomaly. Throw a bolt to see its reach—don’t guess. Feel the pull? That’s a gravitational anomaly. Stay back. Grav anomaly detected. One wrong step, and you’re a red smear. Gravitational field ahead. If you hear the hum, you’re too close. That’s a gravitational anomaly. It’ll pull you in and crush every bone in your body. Grav ahead! Don’t let its stillness fool you—it’s deadly. Gravitational anomaly spotted. It’s silent, but it’s a killer—keep your distance. That’s a grav anomaly. One touch, and you’ll be a smear on the ground. Gravitational field detected. Throw a bolt to see its limits—don’t test it yourself. Feel that pressure? Grav anomaly nearby—back off now. That’s a gravitational anomaly. Don’t get curious—it’ll be your last mistake. Grav anomaly ahead. If you’re not quick, it’ll turn you into mush. That hum? Gravitational anomaly. Respect it, or it’ll crush you flat. Grav anomaly! It’s quiet, but one step too close, and it’s over. That’s a gravitational anomaly. It doesn’t forgive mistakes—stay sharp. Gravitational field detected. Don’t even think about testing its limits. That’s no normal field—that’s a grav anomaly. It’ll crush you like a bug. Gravitational anomaly spotted. You won’t feel a thing after it flattens you. That grav is waiting for a fool to step inside—don’t be that fool. Feel that pull? Grav anomaly nearby. It’ll crush you like a tin can. Gravitational anomaly detected. It’s not moving, but it’ll end you in a second. That’s a grav field. If you value your life, stay far away. Gravitational anomaly! Throw a bolt to see its reach before you move forward. That’s a grav. One wrong step, and you’re a puddle of gore. Gravitational field detected. It’s quiet, but it’ll crush the life out of you. That grav anomaly doesn’t give second chances—stay sharp. Gravitational anomaly ahead. You’ll be nothing but red paste if you step in. Feel that hum? Grav anomaly’s nearby. One wrong move, and you’re done. That’s a gravitational anomaly. Don’t get curious—it’s not forgiving. Grav anomaly detected. Keep moving, or you’ll feel its pull the hard way. That’s a gravitational field. One second too close, and you’re done for. Gravitational anomaly! It doesn’t look like much, but it’s deadly. That’s a grav anomaly. Step in, and it’ll tear you apart. Feel the pull? Grav anomaly’s nearby. Don’t get too close. Gravitational anomaly detected. Respect the Zone, or it’ll crush you for good. That hum is the grav anomaly’s warning. Ignore it, and you’re done. That’s no place to stand unless you like the idea of becoming a puddle. Grav anomaly ahead. Keep back unless you want to get flattened. That’s a gravitational anomaly. It doesn’t forgive mistakes—stay alert. Gravitational field detected. One wrong step, and you’re gone. That pull in the air? Grav anomaly. Get back now. Grav anomaly detected. It’s silent but deadly—stay far away. Gravitational anomaly ahead. It’s not just a trap—it’s a death sentence. It's a small one. Not that large. Pretty weak. It's mild. Heh, it's kind of cute. Don’t underestimate it—weak anomalies can still kill you. Looks weak, but the Zone doesn’t play fair. Stay cautious. Even small anomalies can leave you limping—don’t get cocky. That anomaly’s weak, but it’s still dangerous if you’re careless. Weak one, but it’ll still hurt if you get too close. Small anomaly. Keep moving, and it won’t be a problem. Doesn’t look like much, but weak anomalies still kill rookies. It’s mild, but the Zone doesn’t need much to ruin your day. That’s a weak anomaly. You can probably avoid it easily—probably. Not much to worry about, unless you’re unlucky or stupid. Weak anomaly ahead. Don’t step in it—it’s not harmless. It’s a small one, but even small anomalies can mess you up bad. Weak anomaly. Keep your wits about you—no anomaly is truly harmless. Pretty mild, but don’t let it catch you off guard. That one’s not much, but the Zone doesn’t make guarantees. Looks harmless enough. Key word: looks. Weak anomaly. Don’t take it lightly, or you’ll regret it. Even a mild anomaly can ruin your day if you’re not careful. It’s mild, but keep your distance. Even weak anomalies have teeth. Not much to worry about, but only if you don’t touch it. Small one spotted. You’d have to be reckless to step in that. Weak, but still dangerous if you’re not paying attention. Weak anomaly detected. It’s not much, but it’s still the Zone. Looks small, but even small anomalies can kill if you’re unlucky. That one’s pretty weak, but it’s still not worth testing. It’s a weak anomaly. Harmless if you respect it, deadly if you don’t. Weak anomaly ahead. Don’t let its size fool you—it’ll still kill. Small one. Easy enough to avoid, if you’re paying attention. It’s mild. Harmless, unless you’re an idiot. That weak anomaly might look cute, but it’ll still kill you. It’s a weak one, but that doesn’t mean it won’t hurt you. Weak anomaly detected. Don’t get cocky—it’s still dangerous. Small anomaly. Nothing to fear, unless you’re careless. Weak one. Barely worth noticing—just don’t touch it. It’s a mild anomaly. Don’t push your luck, though. Small one spotted. Not much to worry about, but still, stay clear. Weak anomaly. Just don’t do anything stupid around it. That one’s weak, but the Zone doesn’t forgive mistakes. Weak anomaly detected. It’s small, but it can still kill you. Looks weak, but I’ve seen rookies fall to worse-looking traps. Weak one ahead. Nothing deadly, unless you’re reckless. That’s a mild anomaly. Harmless, until it isn’t. Weak anomaly spotted. Keep your wits about you—it’s still the Zone. Small anomaly detected. Just don’t walk straight into it. Weak anomaly. Looks harmless, but it’s better not to test it. Could be bigger. Don't get cocky. Looks run-of-the-mill. Might have some artefacts. Just because it's average doesn't mean it's inert. Seen bigger. It’s a standard anomaly. Don’t let your guard down, though. Normal size, but still deadly if you’re careless. Looks typical, but the Zone doesn’t play fair. Could hold artefacts, but watch for traps. Just because it’s average doesn’t mean it’s harmless. Run-of-the-mill anomaly, but the Zone doesn’t do harmless. It’s a regular anomaly. Still deadly, if you’re not careful. That’s a standard anomaly. Nothing fancy, but it’ll still kill you. Could hold artefacts. Could also hold your death—be smart. Looks normal enough. Keep moving, and don’t get cocky. That’s a regular anomaly. Don’t test it unless you want to be a statistic. Typical anomaly. Dangerous enough to ruin your day. Looks run-of-the-mill. Still deadly if you step in. That’s a normal anomaly. No surprises, but no mercy either. Average anomaly. Keep your distance, and you’ll be fine. Standard anomaly spotted. Still, it’s the Zone—don’t take chances. Looks ordinary, but the Zone doesn’t do ordinary without danger. Typical size. Typical danger. Stay clear. Normal anomaly detected. Watch for artefacts, but don’t get greedy. Seen anomalies like this before. Still just as deadly. Could be bigger, but don’t get overconfident. Normal anomaly. Nothing special, but still lethal if you’re careless. Looks average, but there’s no such thing as a safe anomaly. Just a regular anomaly. Still, keep an eye on it. Standard anomaly. Not too big, but still deadly. Typical size, typical danger. Respect it, or pay the price. Average anomaly spotted. Doesn’t mean it won’t kill you. That’s a normal anomaly. Nothing fancy, but still a threat. Looks typical. Keep your wits about you anyway. That one’s average, but the Zone doesn’t do harmless anomalies. Could have artefacts, but don’t let greed kill you. Normal anomaly detected. Don’t let the size fool you. Average anomaly ahead. Easy enough to avoid—if you’re smart. Nothing special, but it’ll still ruin your day if you’re not careful. Just a regular anomaly. Respect it, and you’ll be fine. Looks ordinary, but the Zone doesn’t do ordinary without danger. Seen bigger anomalies, but this one’s still deadly enough. Typical anomaly. Doesn’t mean it won’t kill you if you’re stupid. Standard anomaly detected. Keep your distance, just in case. Normal size. Normal danger. Don’t let your guard down. Looks run-of-the-mill. Still, the Zone doesn’t do harmless. Normal anomaly ahead. Watch for artefacts, but don’t get greedy. That anomaly’s nothing special, but it’s still deadly if you’re reckless. Just a regular anomaly. Easy enough to avoid—if you’re careful. Looks normal, but the Zone never makes things easy. Stay sharp. Looks pretty bad. It's a big one. Personally? Wouldn't get any closer. Too big to artefact hunt. Looks pretty dangerous. That’s a strong one. One wrong move, and you’re dead. Big anomaly ahead. It’s not worth the risk—stay back. That’s a large anomaly. If you value your life, keep your distance. Looks bad. No artefact is worth getting that close. That’s no joke. Even veterans know to steer clear of anomalies like that. Strong anomaly ahead. It’s not worth it—trust me. That’s a big one. Don’t even think about testing your luck. Feel that? That’s no small anomaly—keep your distance. Strong anomaly detected. It’ll swallow you whole if you get too close. That’s a serious anomaly. Not worth getting anywhere near it. That’s no place for a stalker unless they’ve got a death wish. Big anomaly ahead. It’s deadly—don’t let greed get the better of you. Feel the air? That’s a strong one. Keep your distance. Strong anomaly. If you step in, you won’t be stepping out. Looks dangerous. Too dangerous for any artefact worth finding. That’s a big one. Even seasoned stalkers would think twice about this. Strong anomaly ahead. Don’t let it pull you in—it won’t let go. That’s no small trap. The Zone’s trying to weed out the overconfident. Big anomaly. Unless you’ve got a bolt and a prayer, stay back. Too large to hunt artefacts. Move along—it’s not worth it. Looks strong enough to kill a pack of mutants. Don’t be next. Strong anomaly. The Zone’s way of saying ‘keep out.’ That’s a large anomaly. You’re asking for death if you go near it. Looks strong. If you step in, it’ll be your last step. Strong one ahead. Better to live poor than die rich. Big anomaly. No artefact is worth walking into that. Looks like a killer. Don’t risk it unless you’re certain. That’s a strong one. The Zone doesn’t play games with anomalies like that. Big anomaly detected. It’s not worth it—move along. Strong anomaly. You’d be an idiot to go near it. Looks dangerous. The Zone’s way of saying ‘stay away.’ Strong anomaly ahead. You won’t survive stepping into that. That’s a serious anomaly. Keep your distance, or it’s over. Big anomaly. It’s not worth testing your luck. Strong anomaly detected. It’ll kill you faster than you can react. Looks massive. Respect it, or it’ll be the end of you. Strong one ahead. Even the best stalkers steer clear of these. Big anomaly detected. No artefact is worth that kind of risk. Looks deadly. You’ll be dust if you get any closer. Strong anomaly. The Zone’s a bastard when it comes to these. Big one ahead. It’s not worth it—move on. Looks bad. No artefact could justify stepping in there. That anomaly’s huge. It’s the Zone’s way of reminding you who’s boss. Big one detected. Stay back unless you’re done living. Strong anomaly ahead. Don’t let greed send you to your grave. Blood, so much ... blood ... Ughh ... No! Not yet. Not ... not like this! I ... I made a promise. A promise ... She was right. I shouldn’t have ... come here ... He was right. I shouldn’t have ... come here ... Nnnghh! I can’t ... I can’t die like this! I’m not finished yet! Damn! I’ve got ... I’ve got to hold on! Just a bit longer! Stalker! Help me! I don’t ... I don’t think I’m going to make it! I’m falling apart over here! I’m ... I’m going to die! I’m going to die ... I just ... I just need ... a moment. Need ... need to patch myself ... together ... Don’t you leave me to die! I need to hang in there ... c’mon! Just have to ... push through this! Brother! Help me ... So, this ... this is it? The Zone’s taking me ... at last. If I fall, avenge me stalker! No! If I’m going to die, I’m taking them with me! I don’t ... I don’t want to die. You can’t kill me! Not yet! Not now! Nngahh! I have ... I have so much ... more to do! Stalker, run! Save yourself! I’m ... I’m not going to make it, stalker ... If this is how ... it’s going to be, then end it! Fighting until ... the bitter end! Tell them ... I didn’t die ... a coward ... Holding my ground until the last. No matter what! I’ve lived through worse in the Zone! I’ve lived ... through worse ... Flee! I’ll hold them off! Why do I feel ... so cold? As long as I have blood to spill, I’ll keep ... fighting! Is ... is it finally over? Stalker! I need ... I need help! Fuck! This is it, isn’t it? I’m not getting out of this... Shit! My guts are hanging out... someone... help me! Blood... I can’t stop the bleeding... Fucking hell! Not like this! Not in this shithole of a Zone! Everything’s going black... Fuck... I’m not ready... Why the fuck did I come out here? I should’ve stayed home... Ahhh! It hurts! It fucking hurts! Make it stop! No... No, this can’t be it! Someone patch me up! Fuck! Stalker... get your ass over here... I’m not gonna make it... Fuck you, Zone! Fuck you! I’m not giving up yet! She told me I’d die here... Fuck, she was right... They’re laughing at me... laughing as I bleed out... How much blood can a man lose? Feels like it’s all gone... I can’t... I can’t even feel my legs... shit... Get back! Stay the fuck away! You’re not taking me yet! My arm... oh, God... I can see bone... Fucking hell... My chest is on fire... I can’t breathe! Fuck... I’m dying... Help me, stalker... I don’t want to die here... This place... this fucking place is gonna be the end of me... I’ll kill them... even if it’s the last fucking thing I do... Stalker! Don’t just stand there—fucking help me! Fuck, I think my guts are spilling out... Oh, God... I knew it... I fucking knew it would end like this... Is this what it feels like? Bleeding out, dying alone... The Zone... it doesn’t care... it never cared... My head... it’s spinning... Everything’s spinning... It wasn’t supposed to end like this... I was supposed to win... No! Not now! Not like this! I still have a fight in me! If you leave me here, stalker... I swear I’ll haunt you... Tell them I fought... tell them I didn’t fucking quit! It’s getting cold... so fucking cold... Am I dying? What’s the point... The Zone always wins... I can feel it... the life draining out of me... All those risks... and for what? To die here? I thought I’d be the one to beat the Zone... Fuck, I was wrong... Stalker! If you’ve got a medkit, now’s the fucking time! I don’t want to die... not here... not like this... The Zone takes everything... everything... Stalker, run! Don’t let my death be for nothing! I should’ve never trusted this goddamn place... Save yourself, stalker... I’m done for... No! Not like this! I’m not ready to go! All that blood... is that mine? Fuck... If you’re out of medkits... just put me out of my misery... It hurts... so fucking much... Make it stop... The Zone’s gonna chew me up and spit me out... This is it... this is how I die... I can’t believe it... I thought I’d make it further... Zone, you cruel fucking bitch... If I go, I’m taking as many bastards with me as I can... Don’t you dare leave me here to rot! It’s all slipping away... No, not yet! I should’ve known... the Zone always wins. Fuck this place... fuck it all... I’m dying here. I can’t see straight... everything’s spinning... Blood’s pooling around me... This is bad... really fucking bad. No! Not yet! I won’t die in this cursed Zone! If I die, stalker... don’t let it be for nothing... This is all a nightmare... right? Please tell me this isn’t real... I’m choking on my own blood... Shit... I can’t breathe... How the fuck did it come to this? I had plans... Zone, if you’re listening, go to hell... I’m not ready to be another corpse in this place... I’m so cold... so fucking cold... Is this what dying feels like? If you don’t help me now, I’m done for! All that effort... and this is how it ends? Bleeding out in a hellhole... perfect fucking ending... There’s no one left to save me, is there? Help me... or at least kill me quick... If I fall, tell everyone I went down fighting... Even now, I won’t beg the Zone for mercy... Shit... my vision’s going dark... this can’t be it... I never even got to say goodbye... Stalker! I’m not fucking around—help me now! The Zone’s got me... and it’s not letting go... Why did I think I could survive here? I’m an idiot... Not like this... not bleeding out in the goddamn dirt... The Zone always takes its toll, doesn’t it? I won’t beg, but damn it... I need help... If you’ve got a medkit, use it—before it’s too late... Fuck... this is the end, isn’t it? I should’ve left this place while I still could... I hear the Zone laughing... It always wins... It wasn’t supposed to end like this... not like this... The Zone doesn’t forgive, and it sure as hell doesn’t forget... Stalker, don’t let me bleed out here... How much blood can one man lose? I’m finding out the hard way... Shit... my legs won’t move... is this paralysis? The Zone chews you up... and spits you out... No! I’ve got too much left to do to die here! I can hear them laughing... those bastards... Everything hurts... everything... make it stop... This is it, isn’t it? The Zone takes another one... I don’t want to go out like this... Not like this... I thought I could beat this place... I was a fool... If I go, stalker... promise me you’ll live... The Zone has no mercy, and neither does death... Stalker, don’t let me die here... I don’t want to die... not like this... not now... The Zone always wins, doesn’t it? Fucking hell... Why did I think I’d survive this place? Why? If this is it... make it quick... please... Everything’s going dark... fuck... Stalker, run! Don’t let the Zone take us both... Bleeding out here in this hellhole... fitting end, huh? If you’ve got any mercy, just finish it... Blood’s pouring out... can’t... can’t stop it... This place is gonna be the death of me... If I fall, stalker... burn this cursed place to the ground... No one survives the Zone... not really... I can’t die here... I can’t... The Zone always wins... always... Everything’s fading... Is this... death? Stalker, help me! I don’t want to die! Everything hurts... God, everything hurts... If you’ve got any decency, don’t let me die here... The Zone’s gonna claim another one... fucking perfect... I thought I’d be different... I thought I’d make it... This isn’t how it was supposed to end... The Zone’s laughing at me... I can hear it... If I go, stalker... don’t let them forget me... The Zone’s gonna take me... isn’t it? Stalker... don’t let my death be meaningless... All that I’ve done... and it ends like this... Zone, you cruel bitch... you win... If I go... make it quick, stalker... It wasn’t supposed to end like this... Fuck... The Zone’s laughing at me... I can hear it... Not like this... please, not like this... If this is how it ends... so be it... Stalker, I’m begging you... don’t let me die here... The Zone always wins... doesn’t it? Everything’s going dark... shit... The Zone’s got me... and it’s not letting go... I should’ve left this place while I still could... The Zone doesn’t forgive... never... If this is the end... I’m ready... Shit... my vision’s going dark... Stalker... run... don’t let the Zone take us both... Bleeding out in this hellhole... fitting end, huh? If you’ve got any mercy, just finish it... Blood’s pouring out... can’t... can’t stop it... The Zone’s gonna claim another one... Don’t let my death be in vain... It’s cold... so fucking cold... My chest burns... I’m... fuck... All my plans... ruined by this cursed place... Help me... or at least kill me quick... If I fall, tell them I fought... Not like this... I still have so much... Bleeding out... not like this... Cold... too cold... Fuck this place... fuck it all... Stalker... this isn’t fair... Everything... hurts... Zone... you’ve won... If I survive this... I’ll never return... So much pain... why... This Zone... always... Run... while you can... If this is it... Stalker... do it... Never thought... Hurts... I’ll fight till... Just leave me... No! Still...! One more shot... Tell my name... Can’t... go... The birds seem restless. Are there buildings nearby? Stalker, look. There, the sky in the distance. Does that storm look normal to you? Did you feel that? Small tremors in the ground? I don’t see a pseudogiant nearby... I have a bad feeling about this. Where are all the mutants? Hey, the clouds are starting to quickly stir! Do you hear that? The CNPP is in that direction, right? In the distance? I’m feeling lightheaded ... Am I crazy? There is no breeze in the air. Shh! Shh! Do you hear that? The air feels... wrong. Like it’s pressing down on us. That sky isn’t right... something big is coming. Everything’s gone too quiet... I don’t like this at all. The animals are fleeing... something bad is about to happen. Look at the horizon—those clouds are moving too fast... Do you feel that hum? It’s like the Zone is holding its breath... I think we’re in for a surge... better find cover, fast. The CNPP... it’s waking up again, isn’t it? The Zone’s restless... this isn’t going to end well. I can feel it in my teeth... that vibration... you feel it too? The animals are running, the birds are gone... This can’t be good. Shit, look at the sky! That’s not a normal storm... I don’t like this... we need shelter, now! My head’s pounding... like something’s drilling into my skull. The Zone’s about to unleash hell... I can feel it. Where are all the mutants? They’re usually everywhere... That rumble... it’s coming from deep underground, isn’t it? The sky... it’s like it’s alive, swirling and boiling... I think I hear it... that low hum... it’s getting louder... Do you feel that? The ground’s shaking, just a little... Something’s coming... and it’s not good. The Zone doesn’t like us being here... it’s about to remind us why. I feel sick... like something’s trying to tear me apart from the inside. The pressure... it’s like the air’s trying to crush me... That storm’s too fast, too sudden... it’s no ordinary weather. Look at the sky... the colors are all wrong... Stalker, we need to move... find a shelter... now. It’s like the Zone’s alive... and it’s angry. The animals are gone, the air’s heavy... this is bad. I’ve seen this before... just before an emission hits... That sound... it’s coming from the CNPP, isn’t it? Everything feels off... like the Zone’s about to break loose... It’s too quiet... the Zone’s never this quiet... The birds are gone... that’s never a good sign... The Zone’s stirring... can’t you feel it? That’s no storm... it’s something far worse. I don’t like this... the Zone’s too quiet right now... It’s coming... the Zone’s about to unleash hell... I can feel it in my gut... something big is about to happen... The Zone’s waking up... and it’s not in a good mood. Stalker, look at this. The hairs on my arms suddenly stood upright ... Is your PDA acting strange too? I just bought new batteries a day or so ago. Do... do you hear that faint siren? We should probably hurry. That doesn’t look like a normal storm on the horizon. One of my buddies just messaged me. They said a psi-storm is forming over their location! There were stalkers talking about a psi-storm earlier, but I can’t remember when. Do you? I think my compass is broken. Look, it’s spinning faster and faster! Did you just hear those Pulse anomalies? They’re happening back to back, in the distance. That’s strange. The screen on my artefact detector is really bright. There can’t even be that many anomalies around us... Huh? My RF receiver turned on by itself. I don’t know how, I took the batteries out for my headlamp. My head feels like it’s splitting open... Is it a psi-storm? The air feels charged... like static crawling over my skin. Did you see that flash? No lightning, just... a pulse in the air. The Zone feels alive... and pissed off. That sound... it’s faint, but it’s there... like whispers on the wind. My PDA’s glitching like crazy... this can’t be good. The horizon’s glowing... that’s not normal. Something’s messing with my head... I can feel it. Stalker, we need shelter—now. Psi-storms don’t give second chances. The Zone’s playing tricks on me... or is it? That hum... it’s getting louder... it’s in my skull... The animals are losing their minds... look at them scatter! The sky looks like it’s boiling... what the hell is going on? Pulse anomalies are flaring up everywhere... this can’t be good. The static in the air... it’s making my teeth ache. I swear I heard voices... faint, but... they’re out there. It’s like the Zone’s trying to mess with our heads... My artefact detector’s going crazy, but there’s nothing here... That horizon glow isn’t natural. Stalker, we’re in trouble. Why does it feel like the air is alive? Like it’s watching us? That hum is inside my head... I can’t shake it... Something’s coming, stalker. Something we can’t fight. The Zone’s restless... it’s building to something big. My RF receiver’s picking up static... but no signals. What the hell? The horizon’s glowing like the sun’s setting... but it’s not. Feels like the Zone’s crawling under my skin... That glow on the horizon... it’s pulsing, like a heartbeat... The Zone’s always dangerous, but this... this is something else... Stalker, I don’t like this... we need to move. Whatever this is, it’s not natural... not even for the Zone. That whispering sound... it’s getting louder... Even the mutants are hiding... that’s never a good sign. Why’s my head spinning like this? What’s happening? My compass is freaking out... just spinning non-stop... The air’s thick... it’s like I can barely breathe... My PDA’s screen just flashed white... what the hell is going on? The Zone’s alive tonight, stalker... and it’s angry. This isn’t a normal storm. We need shelter, now. The ground feels like it’s humming... can you feel it? The sky’s swirling like it’s alive... and it’s not natural. [Your companion’s last moments are spent choking on their own blood, clawing at the ground. Desperately, they try to cling to life before their body grows still. They have been lost to the Zone.] [As life begins to fade from your companion’s eyes, they reach out to you for comfort in their final moments. Though they have accepted their fate, they do not wish to die alone, here, in the Zone.] [Try as you may, there is little you can do for your companion’s wounds. Tears begin to stream down their cheeks, body gradually slumping while contemplating the meaning of it all. Such is the fate of many, in the Zone.] [Despite your companion’s assurance that they can continue, it is clear that they are in shock from injuries sustained. They grow weary from the loss of blood, eyelids becoming heavy. An ally is forever lost as their eyes close one last time. It is a better end than most within the Zone] [Your companions’ eyes grow wide with shock as the realization dawns on them – death approaches. However, they embrace it, welcoming the opportunity to escape from this hell. There is a certain peace in knowing that you no longer have to struggle to survive, in the Zone.] [With an outstretched hand, your companion musters the last of their will to hand you something. A letter to a loved one? An item of personal significance? Perhaps the location of a hidden stash? Regardless, they succumb to their injuries before you can question it. Broken promises and failed duties alike are plenty, within the Zone.] [You approach your companion with hesitation, knowing full well that their state is grievous. They manage a bloodied chuckle, assuring that there are no regrets in the time spent travelling at your side with a smile. Together, you briefly reminisce. Together, you have endured and witnessed much. But, now, it is their time to depart. Friend or foe, it matters not to the Zone.] [Before you realize it, your companion has fallen in the struggle. Be it from bullets from a weapon or the fangs of a mutant, their warm and lifeless corpse is reminder off how fickle life truly is for all, in the Zone.] I’m ... sorry ... I’m sorry ... I’m ... so ... sorry ... I want to go home ... I want ... to go home ... I want ... to ... go ... [As you reach your companion, their body is already limp, blood pooling around them. Their last words are drowned by the gurgle of blood, leaving only the silence of the Zone to accompany their passing.] [Your companion’s body shudders violently as they attempt to hold on to life. With one last gasp, their eyes fixate on the sky, searching for a mercy that will never come.] [A faint smile crosses their lips as they look at you one last time. Their voice trembles with faint laughter as they mutter, "Guess it’s your turn now, stalker..." before the light leaves their eyes.] [Your companion’s final breath escapes their lips in a sharp, ragged exhale. The Zone claims another, leaving only their cooling body as a testament to their struggle.] [With a weak grip, they cling to your arm, their eyes pleading for reassurance. "Don’t let it be for nothing," they whisper before collapsing into your embrace, gone.] [Your companion collapses mid-stride, their hand clutching a photo of loved ones. As the Zone takes them, their final words are a plea to deliver the photo to safety.] [They laugh bitterly, spitting blood. "The Zone wins again, huh?" Their head tilts back, eyes glazing over as their struggle ends.] [Even in their final moments, your companion curses the Zone with their last breath. Their body stiffens as life fades, leaving only resentment in the air.] [Their breathing slows as they grab your collar. "Stay alive, stalker... for both of us." Their grip weakens, and the Zone claims another.] [Eyes wide with terror, they scream into the void, fighting until their body collapses. Their fear lingers in the air as a chilling reminder of the Zone’s cruelty.] [Their voice trembles, "I was so close to getting out... so close..." They slump forward, their dream of escape shattered in an instant.] [Blood pools beneath them as they weakly reach for your hand. "Don’t let the Zone... take you too." Their hand falls limp as they succumb.] [They cough violently, trying to speak. No words come, only their eyes filled with desperation before they close forever.] [In their final moments, they stare into the distance, whispering names you do not recognize. The Zone’s grip tightens, and they are no more.] [A single tear escapes as they whisper, "Tell them I didn’t give up." The Zone silences them, and their story ends.] [Their body spasms before going still, leaving you to wonder if there was anything more you could have done.] [They weakly smile at you, mouthing "Thank you," before their head tilts to the side, lifeless.] [Their last words are drowned by a blood-chilling scream as the Zone takes its due.] [You watch helplessly as their body trembles one final time. Their eyes fixate on you, filled with regret, before closing forever.] [Their voice is barely audible. "Live for me, stalker..." They collapse, leaving you to carry their memory.] [In their final moments, they manage a weak laugh, "At least I didn’t die to a boar." Their smile fades as the Zone claims them.] [They grip their weapon tightly, even as life leaves them. "Keep fighting..." Their body slackens, their struggle over.] [Their last breath escapes in a quiet, bitter laugh. "The Zone... always wins..." And then they are gone.] [They claw at the ground, desperate to stay alive, but the Zone doesn’t forgive. Their body grows still.] [A faint smile crosses their lips as they close their eyes. "At least I’m free now," they whisper before succumbing.] [Their final moments are spent staring at the sky, whispering, "Maybe... it’s better this way." Their voice fades, and so do they.] [A single tear rolls down their cheek as they mutter, "Tell my story..." before going still forever.] [Even as life leaves them, they manage to curse the Zone one last time. Their voice fades, and they are gone.] [Their body shakes violently as they try to fight death. The struggle ends abruptly, leaving only silence.] [They whisper a name you don’t recognize before falling silent. The Zone takes another soul.] [A weak laugh escapes their lips. "Guess I won’t make it out after all..." Their eyes close, and they are gone.] [Their gaze turns to you one last time. "Don’t let it take you too..." They slump, lifeless.] [They fall, whispering a final, "Good luck..." before the Zone claims them.] [Their body goes limp in your arms, leaving you with the cold truth of their loss.] [Their final moments are spent cursing their fate, their voice fading as they succumb.] [They manage a final smile. "Don’t forget me..." And then they are gone.] [Their last breath is a defiant laugh at the Zone, refusing to give it satisfaction.] [Their grip on your arm tightens briefly before falling away. "Live, stalker..." They are gone.] There’s an old research institute here. It’s heavily occupied by the military. With a Hind flying overhead, only an idiot with a death wish would think to raid the place in broad daylight. Rumors say that the swamp to the northwest is where Bandits set ambushes for those coming in and out of Yantar. I wasn’t surprised to hear that Sakharov had Mercenaries watch the place a few weeks ago. They started shooting anybody that wasn’t an Ecologist or traveling with one. The military and their damn helicopters always put me on edge. How can they tell who’s who from all the way up there? I was scrolling through my PDA and I noticed a lot of stalkers have reported dozens of anomalies in the area. Did you bring your detector? We might find something while we’re here. Some stalkers have said that the legendary Strelok once infiltrated the nearby institute, that there is actually a giant laboratory underground and he fought his way through it! I wonder what he found down there? Agroprom used to be a research hub before the Zone swallowed it. Now it’s a battlefield between Duty and the military. Add a few mutants, and you’ve got the perfect nightmare. The underground here is infamous. Some say Monolith has an interest in it, but Duty keeps a strong presence to secure whatever lies beneath. Heard about the bloodsuckers near the marsh? Those swamps are teeming with anomalies too. Stalkers call it a deathtrap for a reason. The institute is a fortress of sorts. The military runs patrols day and night, and there’s always that damn chopper overhead. Getting caught out in the open here is a death sentence. Duty and the military don’t always see eye-to-eye. Rumor has it, Duty’s been trying to leverage their presence here to claim the underground labs for themselves. Ecologists sometimes hire Mercenaries to escort them through the marshes, but even they avoid the area near the Bandit ambush points. A quick buck isn’t worth dying for. The marshes northwest of here are deadly, even by Zone standards. Bandits, bloodsuckers, and anomalies—it’s got it all. You’d have to be crazy or desperate to venture out there alone. Ever wonder why the military is so interested in this place? They say there’s something hidden in the institute’s underground levels—something worth killing for. I’ve seen stalkers hauling strange devices out of the labs here. Whatever’s down there, it’s valuable enough to risk your life for. There’s always gunfire coming from the southwest. Bandits and loners are constantly clashing near the marshes. It’s like a never-ending turf war. Duty claims to protect the Zone from chaos, but here in Agroprom, they seem more interested in what’s underground than keeping mutants at bay. The anomalies here are strange. Some seem to shift locations over time. Makes me wonder if the Zone itself is alive. Strelok’s stories about Agroprom are legendary. They say he made it through the labs, evading mutants and military patrols alike. The guy’s a ghost. Most stalkers steer clear of the marshes, but I’ve heard whispers of artefacts worth a fortune out there. If you’re lucky—or suicidal—you might get rich. Be on your guard. The military doesn’t take prisoners here, and neither do the mutants. Ever heard about the gas leaks in the underground labs? They say breathing that stuff in will mess with your head. Some stalkers never make it out the same. Yantar’s not far from here, and neither is the Brain Scorcher. That proximity alone makes Agroprom one of the most dangerous places in the Zone. The anomalies here aren’t just deadly—they’re unpredictable. A clear path one day could be a deathtrap the next. Some loners talk about forming a proper base here, but with Duty and the military at each other’s throats, it’s only a matter of time before someone gets caught in the crossfire. The swamps have always been a Bandit playground. If you don’t keep your head on a swivel, you’re as good as dead—or worse. There’s a rumor that Strelok’s PDA had notes about Agroprom’s labs. The military’s been hunting for it ever since. Watch out for the Bandit patrols near the marsh. They’ve been known to ambush loners heading toward Yantar or the Garbage. Whatever’s underground here, it’s worth dying for—or killing for. The labs are a treasure trove for those who can survive them. Don’t let the quiet fool you. Agroprom is one of the deadliest places in the Zone, and not just because of the military presence. Heard about the mutated dogs in the marsh? They’re faster and meaner than the ones near the Cordon. Stay sharp. Sssh. Did you hear that? I don't think we're alone down here. I've heard that bandits like to creep around down here. We should be ready for surprises. What do you even need to do in these tunnels? I feel claustrophobic already. Some of the older stalkers tell stories about this place. If you believe them, Strelok has a hideout down here somewhere. I came down here once before. Left the moment the boxes started to float too. I'm no coward, but there's no need to put yourself in danger is there? Careful. I hear that between Duty, Freedom, Mercenaries, and Monolith, this place can be a warzone at times. Stalkers talk about this place like it’s the doorstep to hell. When you realize the Barrier is the only thing separating this place from the Red Forest, you start to understand why. Damn Geiger counter! Seems like the further north we go, the harsher the radiation gets. You think people just keel over the moment they lay eyes on the CNPP? Brother, I hope we never have to cross through here at night. If being a faction battleground wasn’t bad enough, I don’t want to see what mutants skulk around here in the dark. Some buddies of mine always said that Freedom rarely stayed sober because of something beyond the Barrier. Do you think it’s true? How can there be so much open sky and things still feel oppressive. It's ... so quiet. I want to shout just to hear something. Look at all those empty rooms. Think the cultists sleep in there? Nothing here except mutants and zombies. This is practically the heart of the zone. Except for maybe the generators I guess. Okay, we're at the edge of the world here, so time to act like it. We didn't come this far to die like tourists. I knew a few guys who wanted to make an expedition to this part of the CNPP, before the Brain Scorcher went back online. They never returned. We don't want to end up like them. Nowhere to go but north, Stalker. Just remember, if we slip up here, we're dead. No funny business, no time to waste, and no shortage of Monolith that want to kill us. You don't have cold feet, yeah? Good. Listen, we got this. All the shit we've been through has added up to this moment. Come on, get moving. This is the view we see from everywhere in the Zone? Shit, not bad, not bad at all, man. Still, keep your hands on your gun, this place is dangerous. Ah, Cordon. We have to start from somewhere, right? Now that I think about it, how did you even make it into the Zone anyways? Hey, I think we should avoid the bridge. Don’t give me that look. I don’t have the greatest streak with the military to be honest. If I had to judge from the PDA chat logs, the car park sees its fair share of skirmishes. Bandits and Loners are constantly fighting one another to lay claim to it. I bet it gives the soldiers watching from the bridge a good laugh. Rumor says the Cordon is in Sidorovich’s palm. It’s the only reason why the Military hasn’t blown up the rookie village with their helicopters. Do you really think that one man can be powerful enough to keep the government at bay? If you ignore the mutants and the occasional skirmish with Bandits, the Cordon is actually nice. There it is, that infamous factory. I think it may have been used to build and repair vehicles - before the Soviet Union fell. Now it’s nothing more than a den for murderers, thieves, and liars. You know, many stalkers speak about the old laboratory hidden here. They say there are others throughout the Zone. If people really took such great measures to hide them, I think it says much about what they were used for. Maybe it’s best they were left forgotten? Bandits call this home. I wasn’t surprised to learn they have a hard time keeping a leader around for very long. Though, some believe that’s going to change with Sultan running things. Really? Here? Some rookies fortunately don’t last long enough to die in Dark Valley. I hope you came prepared, my friend. This area is dangerous ... Finding shelter from an Emission in Dark Valley can be tricky. It might be a good idea to learn which places are safe for us. I’d prefer not having to shoot my way into a building with the storm at our backs. Stalker, are you sure we need to travel through here? I remember others saying that there are few places to protect if an Emission were to hit ... Hey, have you heard that people have sometimes been vanishing here? No body, no PDA, nothing. It’s strange. I’m not superstitious, but some really believe that this place haunted. Many avoid travelling through this place if they can. Darkscape is vast, stretching on for miles. I don’t think we should continue unless you’re sure we have enough supplies to last us the whole trip. The good thing is that very few stalkers bother travelling through this area, it’s huge. The bad? More mutants are likely to roam the land. Not enough people travel this place to keep them in check. Keep your weapon ready, and your eyes sharp. I think we should try and make it through the valley before nightfall. Maybe try checking some of the cars? If we’re lucky, one of them might have enough fuel to make short work of the journey. Be careful here my friend. The Dead City is anything but. The Mercenaries have a base here, but between the mutants and the anomalies, that might be the least of our concerns. I heard they call this place Dead City because of all the zombies. If I see anything looking at me from a window, I'm shooting. Are we here to try the lotto? Aslan gave me a pistol once. Saved my life with that thing. I'll have to tell you the story sometime. We should finish our business here and leave as soon as possible. What if the mercenaries decide to claim our patches? Ever wanted to glow after drinking water? My geiger counter is going crazy everytime I look at those puddles. Exploring an abandoned hospital in a mutant filled zone. There are at least three horror movies about this. Oh, you know, just some Monolith, lethal radiation, horrible mutants, dangerous anomalies, and generally everything in the Zone that has the potential to kill us! Wonderful. Why are we here, again? This is where the firefighters in the Chernobyl disaster went to get treatment. Their sacrifices haunt this place, Stalker, as does the radiation on their clothing. Do not touch the water unless you want to end up like they did. I can't ever imagine this place being used as anything but a Monolith stronghold today, much less a hospital. Needless to say, I don't think we should stick around here for long. If you’re hurting for gear, you could always try the flea market near the Rostok checkpoint – to the north. Keep in mind that a lot of different stalkers pass through. One too many shootouts have broken out between Bandits, Loners, Duty, and even the occasional Military squad. I hope you brought your Geiger counter. Years ago, the government buried tons of radioactive junk here - back when the power plant first went up in flames. If that wasn’t bad enough, others think it’s partly to blame for the mutants that roam the area. We should be careful if we near the train hangar. It’s supposedly a safe haven for stalkers, but that often depends on who is camping there. I’m sure Butcher has witnessed his share of gunfights when an Emission hits. Just between you and me, I paid for this tip. If there’s a blowout to happen we can find shelter in the basement of the flea market. It’s also a safe spot to rest the night if you don’t want to spend the evening roaming about. To the north you’ll find Rostok – Duty’s stronghold. Agroprom is to the west, the Military’s base of operations in the Zone. Heading east you’ll find Dark valley where the Bandit’s somehow scrape together a living in that miserable corner of the Zone. Do you think any stalkers have ever made it here before? I mean ones that aren't part of Monolith. If you told me I'd be coming here, I might have decided to stay in the south. Even the wind feels hostile. What are those ... orbs of electricity? Some kind of machine? To what end. Strelok came here, didn't he? What kind of a person comes to the heart of the zone and leaves unchanged. We'll be legends for sure if we make it out of here. Everyone talks about reaching the center of the zone, but how many people actually do it. We’d best be careful if we’re to travel through here. It’ll be difficult to spot mutants hiding in the reeds and bushes. Legend says that Clear Sky was founded in the far fringes of the swamp. How they managed to survive in this armpit of the Zone between the mutants and the anomalies is beyond me. Not the worst place in the Zone, but it’s close. With the Renegades having such a heinous reputation, there are few other places more fitting for the damned fiends. There is comfort in knowing the swamps will sort many of them out sooner or later. This place ... it scares me. I’ve heard stories of bloodsuckers ambushing stalkers, quickly bursting from the water to strike and dragging their victims underwater. There was this one where some foolish tourists thought to camp overnight in the open. Their bodies were found days later in their torn sleeping bags, half-eaten by boars with very little blood to be found, caught by surprise in their sleep ... _ This land is a vast and dangerous maze. But there are landmarks to help us navigate the area. There are a few watchtowers, the old church, the pumping station, the fishing hamlet, and the burnt farm. You can easily tell where the machine yard is if you watch the Military’s helicopter sweeping the area from above. I don't think I've ever felt so exposed in the zone before. Look at all this open space. Don't let how peaceful this area looks deceive you. Bloodsuckers in the north. Zombies in the west. An abandoned minefield. At least the Train station is relatively secure. Let's stay far away from the AA Complex. I don't think I've ever seen so many zombies in one place before. The Scientist bunker here is a good place to hunker down in an emission. Good views of the area around it as well if they let you climb to the top. The trader in the station is loud, but at least they're friendly. If we're looking for a safe place to rest, there's not much better in the north. Remind me why we're down here again? You know there are guides that avoid this place. Do you have spare batteries? I think mine are almost dead. Dark, full of gas, and crawling with mutants. Just in case you thought the zone wasn't dangerous enough on the surface. They say Strelok used this path to get to the center of the zone. Think he left any stashes behind? My geiger counter is acting weird. First it's clicking non-stop and then it goes silent. I'd keep that mask on if I were you. Every expedition team the Ecologists sent to X16 never returned alive, but we're no ordinary expedition team, eh? Remember, Stalker, underground areas like this are irresistible to snorks, and I'd imagine whatever horrible thing that's creating this psy-field hasn't left them alone, either. Do not let your guard down. Take some psy-block. We have no idea what's in this place, and if that psy field outside is any indication, this place isn't going to be nice on our senses. God, I got a splitting headache! The hell is this place? Crazy eggheads. I'm gonna try my best to watch your back, but I got the creeps here. Moaning. Guess that's what happened to those expedition teams. They're probably not alone, either, you got something to kill mutants with? Ugh, that smell. It's like a death truck, but worse. I'm telling you, that box just moved by itself. So many dead bodies. What happened here? I think I can hear anomalies further in. Be careful and keep your eyes open. If we make it out of here alive, no one will believe us. Okay! Fun's over, get your ass moving and turn that damn thing off before our brains get fried like eggs! I'll watch your back, you get this fucking thing disabled before the Monolith reinforce this place! Agh! Fuck, my ears! Go, go for fuck's sake! Turn this goddamn thing off before we end up like those fanatics do! Stalker, I hope you didn't cheap out on Sakharov's technological crap, because we don't have time to wait around here! Get going! Move, move! We don't have time, Monolith are coming to reinforce and this psy-field is gonna turn our brains to paste! How did you even find this place? A secret lab under a service center? I suppose I've seen stranger. What the hell is this place? Keep track of where you came from. These labs are always a maze. What kind of research needs this level of secrecy? It is said that while many try to brave the journey through Limansk, Monolith lies waiting in ambush with traps... Empty, filled only with ghosts and death... Limansk... it doesn’t appear on any official maps. The Soviet Union had a habit of building secret cities and towns far removed from the world. This may be one such place. But, if so, what purpose did it serve? Word has been circulating of a path not affected by the Brain Scorcher, that many have fought and died trying to secure such a path for themselves. Could this be it? I swear, the farther north we travel the more I can feel something picking away at my thoughts. Am I being paranoid? Maybe the stories are getting to me after all. This place, it’s ... beautiful. I never thought I would ever find a place this peaceful in the Zone. It... reminds me a little of home. What was your home like, stalker? Before you came here? They call this place the Meadow. I wonder why nobody has claimed this little village or the depot for themselves? One of the few places where we could probably rest or sleep without much worry. If I had to live the rest of my days in the Zone it would probably be here, in this little village. We fight through a bunch of tunnels and find a creepy altar. What the hell is this? At least the voices are quieter here. What are these controls for, the Zone? I can still hear movement, be ready for a fight. Think the engineers who built this place thought this would happen? There's damage, but this place looks new still. I've got the strangest feeling. It's like we're being watched. All these doors are locked. What treasures could be hidden here? Careful, don't touch anything, what if you set off an alarm? It's safe from the storms outside, but why does this place exist at all? It's one thing to hear about it... Entirely different thing to witness it yourself. So many buildings, abandoned. God rest their souls. Not much to find in the Outskirts except mercenaries and Monolith. Still, it's safer than being in Pripyat. Before the Zone was formed, stalkers would trespass here to loot old buildings of the belongings left by past residents. Imagine aiming that small nowadays. It's strange how many stalkers know so little about the history of the Zone before it became anomalous. Pripyat was built by the USSR to house the workers at the CNNP. Supposedly it was quite prosperous as a city. What a waste. If you were here a week after the Chernobyl disaster and had no radiation protection... Christ. You know what the liquidators did, right? Dug up the radioactive soil and buried it with uncontaminated dirt. There's still lethal patches of radiation here, courtesy of the Zone; but if it wasn't for them, this entire place would be more uninhabitable than it already is. Fifty thousand people used to live here. At least they managed to evacuate before the Zone decided to get all weird. So many windows, who knows what could be looking at us from the darkness. The city is infinitely quieter than it ever used to be. Now, the only sounds that break the silence are gunshots and mutant calls. Do we really need to be here? Rumors say the monolith base is here somewhere. Was that? No, nevermind, I think I'm seeing things. Keep your eyes open though, looks like a nasty place to be caught off guard. If I am being honest, I never thought I would have traveled this deep into the Zone when I first arrived. Are you prepared to die here? Monolith scouts lie waiting, picking stalkers off. Then there’s the mutants. They’re notoriously horrid here. I’m not feeling well... I think there’s a leak in my mask. The PDA logs spoke of spiking radiation levels in this area. Why does the skies seem more foreboding as we go north? A great test for many stalkers. Years ago, Duty and Freedom fought one another here trying to reach Pripyat. Many seasoned stalkers believe that this forest is cursed, avoiding it by any means if they can. Have you heard the stories about this place? Even the most hardened stalkers of the Zone fear it. My friend, we should tread very carefully. It is well known that the many who have dared to travel the Red Forest never return. One can only imagine what happened to them... Did you notice it as well? Even with a mask the air is heavy with the taste of metal, of rust. Something... is off. This place feels like it is from some sort of dream. So long as you’re on good terms with Duty and the Loners, they say Rostok is a nice place to kick up your feet and unwind. Like them or not, I think many understand Duty’s cause. Somehow, someway, the Zone will take more and more from you until you’ve nothing left but pain and hatred. Still, Duty would have an easier time if they weren’t pricks about everything. Many stalkers who’ve yet to build a reputation in the Zone complain about Duty’s thorough checkpoint inspections. The rookies probably don’t know that questionable figures have snuck serious explosives through the checkpoints in the past. It was a mess ... No matter how many Duty kills, those damn dogs keep showing up to harass stalkers. It must hurt Bartender’s business when a wild pack drags some trader or tourist into a ditch and tears them apart. Ah, at last! After what we’ve been through, I could use a drink. Let’s visit Bartender and celebrate! What do you say? Our grandfathers built this place, and now it's the biggest Monolith stronghold in the Zone... Whatever, come on and let's get this done. Holy shit, and I thought the X labs were creepy and cramped, the hell is this place? This place was originally meant to contain Chernobyl's radioactive wrath, now it contains the wrath of the Monolith. I shouldn't have to say this, but keep your gun ready, we got no idea how many will be here. That voice? You hear it too? Shit, man. Just keep moving, we got a job to do. The Sarcophagus is mainly comprised of tunnels and small rooms, if I was to guess. Do not get complacent, death lurks everywhere. The military sometimes patrol here. Maybe some of these old vehicles still work? I hope you have eyes in the back of your head. The mutants know how to sneak up on you using the wrecks. There's one good thing about this place. Plenty of cover from the storms. A friend of mine used to hide out in one of the towers here. Claimed that it was safer than being on the ground because nothing could sneak up on him. If we have to pass through here, can we at least stick to the edges? Stalkers have made some camps in the west and south before, they should be relatively safe. Between Freedom, Mercenaries, Bandits, and mutants; they’ve kept Duty from pushing out and claim more of the manufacturing plant. I overheard some stalkers talking about a downed helicopter here. If we find it, can we take a moment to look at it? I’ve never seen a Hind up close. Maybe I might be able to climb inside? A veteran once said that Wild Territory gives most new stalkers a taste of what the Zone is like further north, but it probably differs from one stalker to the next. I was browsing the PDA logs and it seems that Mercenaries insistent they have a presence here. Why? What could they possibly want with Wild Territory? It’s common knowledge the underpasses here are filled with anomaly clusters. Unless you’re wanting artifacts, I think we should avoid digging around. Many stalkers have died trying to navigate through them. We're not going near the plant are we? I don't think I have enough psy-blockers. The walls around the bunker are thick enough to make even a paranoid stalker feel safe. Maybe it's time for a rest. I've heard there's a lab inside the plant somewhere, I wonder what secrets it holds. I've heard a rumor that the mercenaries know a path to Dead City somewhere in the north of this place. If it wasn't for all the gas, that little lake would be a good place to relax. I don't think we really appreciate how lucky we are that the ships aren't radioactive. The Ranger Station is a frequent site of shady deals and firefights. I suppose the safety of its walls draws all sorts. Radioactive water, mad hermits, mutants and anomalies. What's not to love about Sunny Zaton. The Mercenaries are often found in that pumping station in the south. I wonder if there's something special about it, or if they just like the way it smells. A Military helicopter crashed here a while ago. I wonder if its been picked clean yet or not. I'll cover you! Reload, I got you! Reload faster damn it! Reload, quick! Covering you! Don’t waste time—reload now! I’ll keep them off you, hurry up! Reload, stalker! Don’t get caught empty! Covering fire! Reload while you can! Make it quick, we’re not safe yet! Reload your weapon, don’t stop now! I’ve got your back—reload and focus! We’re exposed here—reload faster! Reload! I’ll cover your flank! They’re closing in! Reload before it’s too late! Reload and aim true—we can’t afford mistakes! I’ll keep their heads down—reload now! Faster, stalker! Your life depends on it! Reload and keep firing, we’re not done yet! Reload now! We’ve got them pinned! Don’t freeze up—reload and fight back! Reload your gun, stalker! They’re not waiting for you! They’re pushing forward! Reload and stay sharp! Stop fumbling and reload, we’re sitting ducks here! Reload! Don’t let them get the upper hand! I’m holding them off! Reload while you can! Reload, stalker! The Zone doesn’t wait for anyone! Quick, reload! They’re regrouping! Reload your weapon, I’ve got your six! Get your gun loaded, they’re coming in close! Keep your gun clean damn it! Fuck! Covering you! Fix your fucking gun! Damn it! How hard is gun maintenance?! You are never hearing the end of this! Shit! Your gun’s jammed? Fix it quick! Fuck, your weapon’s jammed? I’ll cover you! Not now! Clear that jam, we’re in deep shit here! Your gun’s jammed? Move! I’ll handle it! Jammed again? Damn it, I told you to check your gear! Fix it fast, stalker! We can’t afford this delay! Fuck’s sake! Your gun’s down? Stay behind me! Zone help us! Clear that jam before we’re overrun! Seriously?! Gun maintenance isn’t optional! Keep it together! Fix that jam or we’re toast! How the hell did you let your gun jam now of all times? Your gun’s jammed? Then use your knife if you have to! Fucking great, a jam in the middle of a firefight! I’ll hold them off! Fix that jam before it’s too late! What did I say about checking your weapon? Fix it, fast! Fix your gun, stalker! This is the worst time for a jam! Fucking jams! How long do you need? Damn it, get that gun working or we’re dead! You really trust that piece of shit rifle? Fix it now! Move, I’ll cover you while you sort that out! This is why you oil your weapon, stalker! Fix it! Clear the jam or drop it and use something else! Your gun’s down? What are you waiting for? Fix it! For fuck’s sake, not now! Clear that jam, fast! They’re closing in! Get that gun working or we’re screwed! We lost one! We're getting our asses kicked! Damn! Should we retreat or fight this one out!? Shit! This might be a lost cause! They’re gone! Fuck, we couldn’t save them! Another one down... Zone damn it! Shit, we lost them! Keep your head in the fight! No! We’re falling apart here! They’re dead! What the hell do we do now?! We can’t let their sacrifice be for nothing! Push on! Another one bites the dust... this fight’s turning to shit. The Zone’s claimed another one... let’s not join them! They’re gone, stalker! Stay sharp or we’re next! Fuck! That was our friend, damn it! Hold it together, stalker! We’re not dead yet! Another one down... the Zone’s not done with us yet! We’re losing people left and right! Pull yourself together! Shit, they didn’t stand a chance...! We’re dropping like flies! Do we stand or run?! They’re gone... another victim of this cursed Zone. Don’t let this rattle you, stalker! We’ve still got a fight to win! The Zone takes no prisoners... and now it’s taken them. They’re dead... Keep moving, or we’ll join them! Another one down... damn it, this mission’s cursed. We’re not leaving this place alive at this rate... They’re gone, stalker... we need to focus! We lost a good one... don’t let it be for nothing! They’re dead... the Zone’s taking its toll on us... This fight’s gone to hell... we’re outnumbered and losing people! No! Stalker! He’s ... he’s gone! He flatlined ... Godammit! I’m getting out of here! I couldn’t save you. I’m sorry ... No! Not like this! You can’t die on me! I will avenge you. Rest easy, stalker. Why? Why did this have to happen to me? I’ll drink to your memory. I’m sorry. You were a good stalker, real good. Maybe even the best. You were supposed to make it... not like this... I’ll never forgive the Zone for this... never! No! I should have been faster, smarter... Damn it! The Zone takes another... What a waste... They got you... I can’t believe they got you... I’ll see to it that your name’s not forgotten, stalker. You were one of the best I’ve ever known. The Zone didn’t deserve you. It’s my fault... I should’ve had your back... I’ll carry your memory with me... and make them pay. You’re gone, but the Zone won’t break me... not yet... You didn’t deserve this... none of us do... The Zone claimed another... Damn you, Zone! Goodbye, my friend. I hope the Zone’s kinder in the next life. No one escapes the Zone forever... but I hoped you would. I’ll make sure they pay for this. You have my word. The Zone doesn’t care about us, but I cared about you. Rest in peace. You fought well, stalker. I’ll keep fighting for both of us. Don’t worry, stalker. I’ll take care of your gear and your legacy. It wasn’t supposed to end this way... Damn it all. Shit... Who’s going to keep me alive now? The Zone got you in the end... I’ll remember you, stalker. I can’t believe this... You deserved better... We were so close... Damn it! Why did it have to be you? I’ll drink to your memory, stalker... if I make it out alive. Gone, just like that... I’ll keep going, for both of us. Shit... I told you this place would kill us... You were the toughest bastard I ever met... The Zone evened the odds. I’ll get through this... for you. Rest easy. Why the hell did I let this happen? I’m so sorry... If you can hear me, I’ll finish what we started. I swear it. I can’t believe it! That thieving, lying bastard managed to pull the wool over my eyes and now I’ve no roubles or artifacts! You were gambling. What did you expect? Hmm? To win big? You’re lucky he left you with a weapon with how you were playing. Face it, you suck at cards. What’s done is done. Hmph! He was cheating, I’m sure of it. We will see if he’s still smiling tonight, when he wins my knife in his throat. You’ll soon have no luck left to find if others hear you! Shut up already! Idiot. There’s always another artifact. Come on, tell us already. What was the strangest anomaly you’ve seen in the Zone? I heard you’ve been here for some time, right? You must have a story to tell. Fine! Fine. I’ll tell you if you leave me to my drink, pest. *sigh* Once, I was following this team of Ecologists thinking I could earn some money. They found this strange patch of ... large floating flowers. Flowers? The strangest thing you’ve seen is flowers? Pfft. Shut it! Nothing is ever as it seems here. They had an eerie glow about them, roots gnarling through the air. One of the sorry souls tripped into the flowers and then the others fled in fear. It all happened so fast. After they were gone, I took a closer look. The suits the eggheads wear? They are almost airtight. All that remained of the scientist sloshed around in a yellow suit, like… a soup. Not a single bone to be felt when I prod at it with a branch. ... We should have buried them. It feels wrong having left them there like we did. It was ... the least we could have done. And what? Waste our last moments of precious daylight digging? We would’ve been ambushed by mutants or stalkers soon after night fell. There was little time for us to waste. You don’t know that! Vulture! You were quick to take their things and run when you had the chance. Don’t raise your tone with me, bastard! I am not going die grieving over stalkers who get lazy or careless. This is the Zone - it doesn’t care about these things. You’d best accept that. I’m telling you, I’m not crazy. I watched with my own eyes as a bolt of lightning struck it during the storm. It came to life! I could only watch in disbelief, rain pouring while the truck vanished into the woods. Death trucks. They travel throughout the Zone, filled with the corpses of fallen stalkers and driven by ghosts. Nobody knows why they roam so. Legends claim that they are driven by death itself, ferrying the souls of the wicked and greedy into the gates of hell itself. Hah! Bullshit! I heard some drunkard spewing wild stories that the trucks will take you to the Wish Granter if you give them enough artifacts. No stalker has the balls to go chasing after one. Didn’t one of Sidorovich’s men find the Marked One near an overturned death truck? Listen, most people come here to get rich. If they want a yacht on the seaside, this is the way to it. But I didn’t come here to get rich. I’m here to a pay a debt. Don’t give me that shit! What kind of debt requires delving into the Zone? You could have paid it off in the city and spent the rest of your days living. I think you chose to be here, just like everyone else. This was different. I fell in with some bad people, did some dark deeds. But I fucked up a job — a big one — and they weren’t going to let me off the hook. So ... they took her. My Olena. They told me the only way I would get her back is here, in the Zone, after I’ve made them rich. I ... I am sorry. Whatever you did before is none of my business. But I know that no one should have their love stolen from them. You’ve been a good friend to me. After all of this is over, I can meet you, and together we can kill these pricks. You guys ever get doubts? The hell you mean? I mean, like, why are our stupid asses in the Zone anyway? You ever think about it sometimes? I don't know, sometimes my PDA pings and it's like more shit after another. Some guy kills himself, another guy gets cancer, some other guy's dog dies or something, Jesus. This place is taking a toll on us. Well, I'm here for the Zone, same as you and everyone we find. I know the risks. Suck it up. Tch, alright. Greetings, stalker. Don't mind us, just relaxing by the fire. Not talkative, are you? Would you be? Come on, take a look at him, guy's seen some shit. Yeah ... Yeah, you got a point. Come relax with us, man, enjoy a drink or two for the fallen. Amen, brother. Alright, alright, settle down, rookies. You want a damn story? I'll give you one. One day, I was doing my shit, you know? Odd job for some stalker, wanted me to get a package from his dead buddy's body. I didn't ask questions, why would I? Get it and get out, I'd done it before. This time felt a bit off, though. Moment I stepped foot in the Garbage, I got this tight feeling in my chest. You know that feeling, the one you get before a blowout? That, but worse, and more sudden. I didn't think much of it, why would I? I've had that exact feeling before. I got to where he said his body was, a clearing in the grass. He had a Sunrise suit on, he was surrounded by dogs and chewed to pieces. I tried looting him, and I don't remember what happened, but I blacked out and woke up in Cordon covered in mud, piss, and blood, my backpack looted, my helmet broken and my PDA missing. According to my friends, I was just gone for a week. No trace, no blip on the PDA, erased from existence for 7 days until I woke up. God only knows what happened in that time, because I don't. This sounds like bullshit, man. It's the Zone, you've heard weirder. What's the weirdest job you got from a trader? Shit, Sakharov. That guy always has some crazy jobs. He bugged some mutant and asked me to kill it. Apparently he didn't want to tell me that that mutant was a Pseudogiant. To this day I got no clue how he even managed to get that tracker into it. You? Shit, do you one better. Ever get paid to kill someone's doppelganger? There was this stalker who came to Butcher in a damn panic talking about how there was some guy who looked, talked, and acted just like him following him through half the damn Zone! Why didn't he just shoot him? No clue, maybe it didn't feel right shooting himself in the face. Either way, Butcher told me to do it. Killed him, took off the guy's mask, lo and behold, his face was identical to that poor guy that went to Butcher. PDA had the same name registered to it as well. Zone's fucking weird, man. Shit, sounds like it. You know, this whole damn place has an underbelly of western trade. No shit, that's where our artefacts go. Yeah, but not in that way. Me and some boys were out in Cordon doing some stuff for a trader, you know how it is. Suddenly, the Ukrainian army starts shooting at us. We aren't even close to the damn blockade and they started firing the moment we were in sight. We took cover, some hotshot with his rusty Mosin nailed a few jarheads, and next thing you know we're on to looting this military blockade before anyone realizes what happened. What'd you find? You won't believe it, man. Packs and packs of western cigarettes, snacks, MREs, coffee, alcohol, magazines, books, tents, ammo, supplies. You name it, they had it. Entire crates full of this shit, all with English labels. Shit, what'd you do with it? Took the best shit, burned the rest. Burned? Why? There'd be nothing for the reinforcements to salvage after if we burned it. Worked pretty well, supposedly some military guys surrendered in Rookie Village about a week later because they had no supplies left and were desperate. Heard they got shot by the loners there. You got any of that stuff left? Ha! You got any of your roubles left? Fuck you, man. BOOM! Headshot! Fuck yeah! Headshot! Headshot! How is that guy still standing? Headshot! Love that plink sound when you get a headshot! Right between the eyes! One shot, one kill. Beautiful. That’s what I call precision! Another one bites the dust—head first! Bullseye! That’s how it’s done! Pop! Goes the weasel! Direct hit to the brainpan! Clean shot to the dome! That’ll shut them up for good! Painted the walls with that one! Aim small, miss small. Nailed it! That’s a cranial ventilation system installed! Boom! Skull cracker! That head’s not walking it off. Zone’s best marksman right here! Heads up! Oh, wait... Lights out, forever! He won’t be needing a helmet anymore! One shot to the noggin! Classic! Perfect aim! Right through the skull! What a beauty of a shot! Dead center. They never stood a chance. Clean shot to the thinker! Brain-buster! Nailed it! Headshot, stalker-style! Whew. Looks like we made it through. Remind me to buy more ammo next time we see a trader. That was close. Things were looking rough for a second there. Clear! Keep your eyes open though, that might change at any time. All clear, at least for now. Nothing moving... for now. Stay alert. The Zone’s quiet again... I don’t trust it. Well, that’s one less problem to worry about. We’re alive. That’s good enough for me. Clear! But don’t let your guard down. All quiet now... too quiet. We made it... somehow. They’re dead, but don’t get comfortable. The Zone loves surprises. Not bad, stalker. Not bad at all. Good work. Let’s keep moving. The Zone’s calm... for now. Let’s not waste it. Clear! Let’s loot and get the hell out of here. It’s quiet now. Let’s not stick around to change that. Nice shooting, stalker. That could’ve gone worse. They’re down. Let’s hope there’s no reinforcements. All dead. Keep moving before more show up. Clear for now. Stay sharp though. We made it. I wasn’t sure we would for a second there. Zone’s mercy, we’re still alive. Barely. Clear! Time to reload and regroup. They’re not getting back up. Good riddance. That’s one fight I don’t want to repeat anytime soon. The air’s quiet again. Let’s not waste it. We did it. The Zone’s still ours for now. All clear... but stay close. I’ve got a bad feeling about this place. Let’s move before the Zone changes its mind. We’re still breathing. That’s something. Good shooting, stalker. You’ve got skills. Everything’s still for now. Keep your weapon ready. That’s how you handle business in the Zone! They’re all dead. But for how long? Clear. The Zone’s mercy is rare—don’t waste it. Looks like we’re in the clear. For now... The Zone gave us a pass this time. Don’t count on it again. We’re still standing. That’s a win in my book. Clear for now. Let’s not waste time. That’s how you survive the Zone. Good work. They’re down, but this fight’s far from over. Stay alert. The Zone’s quiet... for now. Whew. Thought we were goners there for a second. Nicely done, stalker. Let’s move before something else shows up. All clear! Time to catch our breath. We’re good... for now. But keep an eye out. Nothing left but corpses. Let’s keep moving. This place has a weird beauty about it, doesn't it? Stay sharp. You got my back, I got yours. My dogs are barking. Skin a crow, find a joint. My legs ache, shit. Just two stalkers in the Zone, minding their own business. Ears open. If a mutant is coming, I'll shout. Why is your gun cooler than mine? No fair. You smell that? Shit, is that you? Good friends are hard to come by, stalker. Glad I'm one of the lucky ones. Hey, hey, that's mud! Wait, this is all mud. Dammit. You got any family? ... Alright, touchy subject. Hey, if I die, don't let my shit go to waste, yeah? Only thing worse than a mutant is a mutant at night. Wonder why you never see any kids here? What? Just an observation. Fucking cold, man. There's Ukraine, and then there's the Zone, man. Normal rules don't apply here. You see anyone you think is hostile, shoot first and ask questions later. Junk, junk, more junk, grass... Wow, this place is barren. I need a smoke. The Zone is alive, always be on your toes. Please, God, don't step in front of my line of fire, okay? Mutants scare me, man. If I can't shoot straight at them, that's why. Ah, the radioactive air, how lovely. Whatever you do, don't touch the water. If this shit gets any crazier, I’m applying for a desk job... in Pripyat. Ever wonder if the Zone laughs at us? I mean, we’re basically her playthings. If you hear me scream, don’t laugh. Mutants are fucking terrifying. Goddammit, why does everything here smell like wet socks and burnt rubber? Got any vodka? No? Well, fuck me, right? I heard some rookie pissed on an anomaly and lived to tell the tale. Lucky bastard. If I die, tell my stash to go fuck itself. I’m not sharing. Sometimes I think the Zone’s just a really elaborate joke by God. Heard a story about a stalker who found an artefact that cured hangovers. Probably bullshit, but a man can dream. If a bloodsucker shows up, I’m not fighting it. I’m running. Don’t judge me. My suit’s ripped, my boots are wet, and my balls are freezing. Living the dream, eh? Next time someone says “easy job,” I’m punching them in the throat. Don’t get attached to anyone in the Zone. The Zone has a way of taking everything you care about. Wonder if mutants fuck? What? It’s a valid question. If this was my last cigarette, I’d be pretty pissed right now. You ever see a controller up close? Hope to God you don’t. Shit’s nightmare fuel. The Zone doesn’t give second chances. Remember that. I once saw a pseudodog eating another pseudodog. No idea why that stuck with me, but it did. If we make it out of here alive, drinks are on me. Unless I’m broke. Then they’re on you. This place will kill you slowly if you let it. I’d rather go out with a bang. You’d think I’d get used to this place. Nope, still scares the shit out of me. Heard there’s a place deep in the Zone where the sky bleeds red. Let’s not find it, yeah? If we find artefacts, you’re splitting them, right? Right? I’m not saying I hate the Zone, but if it was a person, I’d punch it in the face. If you hear a snork, shoot it in the face before it gets too close. Trust me. This place is a dump, but hey, it’s our dump. Ever wonder what would happen if someone nuked the Zone? My money’s on it just getting angrier. If we find a stash, I’m calling dibs on any cigarettes in there. Once met a guy who claimed to wrestle a chimera barehanded. He was missing both hands. Go figure. There’s nowhere else like the Zone. And thank God for that. I’d kill for a hot meal right about now. Hell, I’d kill for a warm meal. Look, I’m not scared, alright? I’m just... strategically cautious. They say the Zone messes with your head. Pretty sure my head was fucked before I got here. Keep your eyes open and your gun loaded. This place loves catching you off guard. If you hear me screaming, it’s probably already too late. The Zone’s a bitch, but she’s all we’ve got. If we don’t find something good soon, I’m gonna lose my shit. Ever wonder why the mutants don’t just eat each other? I mean, seems efficient, right? I’m not saying I’m scared, but if something jumps out, I’m shooting you first and running. If you find my body out here, just burn it. Don’t let the Zone keep me. You hear that? Sounded like trouble. Then again, everything here is trouble. The Zone’s like a bad lover. It hurts you, but you keep coming back. Whatever happens, don’t let me turn into one of those zombies. Just shoot me, okay? Fuck’s sake, I need a drink. Or five. If this artefact hunting doesn’t pay off, I’m robbing Sidorovich. You in? We're back! Thank God, I'm so damn hungry. Man, finally, I could use a fucking nap. Good place for a smoke break, stalker? Sell your stuff, man. Let's take a break here. Talk to some guys. Another outing survived! Thank Christ, I needed to change my socks. If only this place had a shower ... Mmm, can smell the campfire from here. Let's go and socialize a bit, eh? I've never been so happy to see guys with guns. We made it, man, we made it! Up high! Well, don't leave me hanging! Get some more supplies. Meds, food, ammo, whatever. Stash the stuff you don't need. See if anyone here is posting jobs. Holster your weapon now, man, making people nervous. Someone up there likes us, eh? Man, am I happy to be back. Can't you drink that air like booze? Fucking ... rock in my boot — Hey! Finally! Home sweet home, eh, stalker? Hey, careful, don't start trouble. Time for some rest and relaxation! Good a place to rest as any. Finally, somewhere we won’t get shot at... hopefully. Nothing like a warm fire and not being dead. Time to kick back, stalker. We’ve earned it. If this place has hot food, I’m not leaving. Holster your weapon and relax, we’re among friends here. First thing I’m doing is finding some bread and sausage. Feels good to not have a mutant breathing down my neck for once. Let’s see if anyone’s got news about the Zone. We’re safe here... for now. Don’t get too comfortable. About time we made it back. I was starting to think we wouldn’t. Let’s swap some stories over the fire, eh? Take a load off, stalker. We’re safe for now. Feels good to be surrounded by walls instead of mutants. Time to check in with the trader and lighten my pack. Hope someone here’s got a job. Need to restock my rubles. This is as close to “home” as we’re gonna get, stalker. Feels good to not have to look over my shoulder every second. If I see one more mutant, I’m going to lose it. Let’s rest for a bit. Campfire stories, a warm meal, and some vodka... Now that’s living. Let’s see if we can trade some junk for something useful. I swear, if someone’s playing that damn guitar, I’m going to lose it. We’re back. Time to count our blessings and bullets. What’s the latest gossip? Someone’s always got a story in places like this. Hey, stalker, think they’ll have borscht here? Could go for a bowl right now. Man, my feet are killing me. Time to sit down for a bit. Don’t get too relaxed. Trouble always finds its way in eventually. Nothing like the sound of a crackling fire to remind you that you’re alive. Glad to be back. The Zone’s been trying to kill me all day. I’m so damn tired. Wake me if someone starts trouble. Sell your artefacts, buy some ammo, and grab a drink. That’s the plan. If anyone’s cooking, I’m first in line. Feels good to see friendly faces for a change. We’re back, and in one piece. That’s a win in my book. Let’s take a break and listen to some music. Someone’s bound to have a guitar. Time to relax, resupply, and reload. In that order. See if anyone’s heard about new anomalies popping up. If you see me near the bar, don’t bother me. It’s been a long day. Safe for now... Let’s not jinx it. Got a good feeling about this place. No mutants, no bullets, just peace. I wonder what the trader’s charging for ammo today. Probably an arm and a leg. Home sweet base. Let’s hope it stays that way. All I need right now is a meal, a drink, and a warm place to crash. If I hear one more story about Strelok, I’m gonna lose it. There’s no place like home... even if it’s a crumbling bunker. Stay sharp, stalker. A “safe” base is never completely safe.