The only time I've had a problem with insta-death was with pistol sharpshooter Ada.
A lot of things don't make sense though, yes. I enjoy playing as Four Eyes much more than I should though. Turning a SpecOps in the back into a zombie and then into a Crimson Head and watching it rip through his former buddies is strangely satisfying.
Or having a pet Hunter or Licker.
Four Eyes top tier.
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If you wake up at a different time, in a different place, could you wake up on a different 3DS [HERO'S PLUNGE]
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