Ep 9. The Sword and Dead

As the group continues to make their way towards the bridge, they encounter a new threat in the form of a group of sword-wielding high school students. These "elite" students have turned their school into a fortress, and they refuse to let anyone pass through their territory.

The group is forced to split up, with Rei and Takashi staying behind to deal with the sword-wielding students while the others continue towards the bridge. Rei and Takashi soon realize that these students are not only dangerous, but they are also highly organized and have a clear hierarchy.

As they battle their way through the school, Rei and Takashi encounter a group of students who are still holding onto their humanity. They realize that not everyone in this new world has lost their sense of morality, and that there may still be some hope for the future.

Meanwhile, the others continue towards the bridge, facing their own set of challenges along the way. They encounter a massive hoard of zombies that threatens to overwhelm them, forcing them to improvise and come up with a new plan of attack.

As the episode comes to a close, the group is reunited once again, but they realize that their journey is far from over. The world has changed, and they must continue to adapt if they want to survive.