For the veteran counterpart of this zombie, see Rally Zombie.
Flag Zombies and their world-themed variants are zombies that announce a huge wave of zombies. They are shown on the level progress bar as a red flag with a brain picture on it.
The traditional Flag Zombie is the second zombie the player encounters and is also the fourth zombie in the Almanac.
Flag Zombie absorbs 190 damage, and its appearance changes upon an absorption of 95 damage before dying at 190 damage.
In the Chinese version, Flag Zombies (except for Roman Flag Zombie) absorb 270 damage, and their appearance changes upon an absorption of 135 damage damage before dying at 270 damage.
His flag marks the arrival of a huge pile or "wave" of zombies.
A spelling impaired zombie named "Brian," Flag Zombie keeps thinking the rest of the zombies are talking to him. At least he feels important.
Flag Mummy Zombie
TOUGHNESS
Average
SPEED
Basic
Marks the arrival of a huge sandy "wave" of zombies.
Egyptian Flag Zombie is so far behind he thinks he's in first place. He's clearly living in de-Nile.
Flag Pirate Zombie
TOUGHNESS
Average
SPEED
Basic
Marks the arrival of a huge salty "wave" of zombies.
A zombie that needs no introduction.
Flag Cowboy Zombie
TOUGHNESS
Average
SPEED
Basic
Marks the arrival of a huge dusty "wave" of zombies.
The Lone Brainer leads the way.
Future Flag Zombie
TOUGHNESS
Average
SPEED
Basic
Marks the arrival of a huge future-proof "wave" of zombies.
Sometimes Future Flag Zombie regrets having to be at the bleeding edge of zombie wave advancement technology.
Peasant Flag Zombie
TOUGHNESS
Average
SPEED
Basic
Marks the arrival of a huge dark "wave" of zombies.
They keep telling Peasant Zombie that there is no greater reward than being granted the banner to carry into battle. But when he sees other Peasant Zombies being granted cones, buckets, and even helms, he thinks maybe they're making that up so they don't hurt his feelings.
Beach Flag Zombie
TOUGHNESS
Average
SPEED
Basic
Marks the arrival of a huge wet "wave" of zombies.
Talk about a disgruntled zombie. Beach Flag Zombie is fed up. None of the other zombies seem to appreciate just how difficult it is for him to swim while holding a flag. Not once have they thanked him for doing the hard work that needs to be done. So it shouldn't come as a surprise: He's been interviewing for jobs somewhere else.
Cave Flag Zombie
TOUGHNESS
Average
SPEED
Basic
Marks the arrival of a huge frosty "wave" of zombies.
Cave Flag Zombie has been in the flag-carrying business for a long time. It's been his life's work. He's good at it. But sometimes, just sometimes, he longs for a change. He wonders if he could be good at something else. He wonders if he could leave it all behind and start fresh. He's pretty sure he's having a mid-life crisis.
Flag Adventurer Zombie
TOUGHNESS
Average
SPEED
Basic
Marks the arrival of an intrepid "wave" of zombies.
Flag Adventurer Zombie is always shouting "Tally ho!" as he leads the charge. At least, he's shouting it in his head.
Neon Flag Zombie
TOUGHNESS
Average
SPEED
Basic
Marks the arrival of a huge mixtape-making "wave" of zombies.
Fluorescent colors and little yellow plastic strips are the marks of a truly hip, groundbreaking new style of zombie wave flag.
Marks the arrival of a huge epochal "wave" of highly anachronistic zombies.
He's not only got a flag, but he's also got a can-do attitude and a fierce hunger for success. Success and brains.
Roman Flag Zombie
TOUGHNESS
Average
SPEED
Basic
The flag indicates more zombies are on their way!
In Ancient Rome, flags were often used on the battlefield to direct troop movements. Though come on: how much direction do you really need to shuffle leftward?
ZCorp Flag Zombie
TOUGHNESS
Average
SPEED
Basic
The flag is a tremendous way to create brand awareness while also indicating a lot more zombies are about to appear and eat your brains.
ZCorp developed its flag logo in-house and is very proud of it.
Carnie Flag Zombie
TOUGHNESS
Average
SPEED
Basic
Carrying the flag comes with extra benefits and a uniform upgrade.
Exciting banners promise fun new experiences for your brain!
Flag Kongfu Zombie TOUGHNESS: Average
SPEED: Basic
Kongfu Zombie holding a flag, it usually means the approach of a huge wave of zombies.
Flag Zombie is born a leader, so he doesn't need to know Kongfu, just knowing how to wave the flag is enough.
In Chinese:
举着旗子的功夫僵尸 , 通常意味着一大波僵尸的来临 。
旗子僵尸是天生的领导者 , 因此他不需要会功夫 , 只需要会舞旗即可 。
Flag Monk Zombie TOUGHNESS: Average
SPEED: Basic
Waves the flag, leading a huge wave of zombies to approach.
He was previously responsible for the temple's flag-raising practice.
In Chinese:
挥舞旗帜 , 引领一大波僵尸前来 。
他以前就负责堂里的升旗仪式 。
Flag Pilot Zombie TOUGHNESS: Average
SPEED: Basic
Leads the arrival of a large wave of flying zombies!
In Flag Pilot Zombie's opinion, if you want to walk in the forefront of fashion, the bright side of the banner is very important. However, zombies are only concerned about his ability to lead them to find fresh brains, what fashion, and can not be used to eat.
Marks the arrival of a huge wave of steam zombies.
Flag Labor Zombie is the most convincing of all zombies. All the zombies are amazed that he can work in a well-organized manner and never work overtime. This time, he was awarded the best employee flag to mark his ability!
Flag Aristocrat Zombie TOUGHNESS: Average
SPEED: Basic
Marks the arrival of a huge wave of aristocratic zombies.
The Aristocrat Flag Zombie is the most arrogant of zombies. He likes to give orders to other zombies. Even though the other zombies are somewhat unsatisfied, who else can call it the flag of the highest honor of Dr. Zomboss?
Flag Samurai Zombie TOUGHNESS: Average
SPEED: Basic
Marks the arrival of a huge wave of samurai zombies.
Flag Samurai Zombie holds the flag that marks the war, leading the soldiers of the shogun to take the brain.
In Chinese:
标志着一大波武士僵尸的登场。
武士旗帜僵尸高举着战斗的旗帜,引领将军们的部下掠夺脑子。
New Year Flag Zombie TOUGHNESS: Average
SPEED: Basic
Flag Zombie is born to be a leader, his team needs him the most especially during special occasions like the New Year.
New Year Zombie that holds a flag, normally signifies the incoming of a huge wave of zombies.
In Chinese:
旗子僵尸是天生的领导者,尤其在新年这个特殊的时刻他的队伍更需要他。
举着旗子的新年僵尸,通常意味着一大波僵尸的来临。
Encounters
Flag Zombies and their counterparts are typically in every level, the only exceptions usually being the fights against Dr. Zomboss' Zombots, Vasebreaker levels, or levels where Rally Zombie is present instead. Other levels Flag Zombies aren't in are -
Like regular Zombies, a Flag Zombie can be easily killed by Peashooters and other offensive plants. They are only holding flags, which have no effect on their health. Flag Zombies move slightly faster than ordinary Zombies in the first game, so they may be able to get a slightly longer distance. Otherwise, they are just as good as normal Zombies. If it is one or more waves further into the game, be sure you have a good defense or else the zombies will overpower you. However, don't use a Jalapeno, Cherry Bomb or similar plants until more zombies have entered the screen, as they won't be as effective until tougher zombies have been deployed. Using the above will make a huge difference in large waves.
Balance changes
Update 6.3.1
▼ Health decreased from 270 DPS to 190 DPS
Gallery
Plants vs. Zombies Wiki has a gallery for Flag Zombie.
Please note that only official translations are used.
Language
Name
Description
English
Flag Zombie
Simplified Chinese
旗子僵尸
French
Zombie drapeau
German
Flaggen-Zombie
Italian
Zombi portabandiera
Brazilian Portuguese
Zumbi-bandeira
Spanish
Zombi abanderado
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Language
Name
Description
English
Flag Mummy Zombie
Simplified Chinese
旗子木乃伊僵尸
French
Zombie momie drapeau
German
Flaggen-Zombiemumie
Italian
Zombi mummia portabandiera
Brazilian Portuguese
Zumbi-bandeira múmia
Spanish
Zombi abanderado momia
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Language
Name
Description
English
Flag Pirate Zombie
Simplified Chinese
旗子海盗僵尸
French
Zombie pirate drapeau
German
Flaggen-Zombiepirat
Italian
Zombi portabandiera pirata
Brazilian Portuguese
Zumbi-bandeira pirata
Spanish
Zombi abanderado pirata
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Language
Name
Description
English
Flag Cowboy Zombie
Simplified Chinese
旗子牛仔僵尸
French
Zombie cow-boy drapeau
German
Flaggen-Zombiecowboy
Italian
Zombi cowboy portabandiera
Brazilian Portuguese
Zumbi-bandeira caubói
Spanish
Zombi abanderado cowboy
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Language
Name
Description
English
Future Flag Zombie
Simplified Chinese
旗帜未来僵尸
French
Zombie drapeau du futur
German
Flaggen-Zukunftszombie
Italian
Zombi portabandiera del futuro
Brazilian Portuguese
Zumbi Porta-Bandeira do Futuro
Spanish
Zombi abanderado futuro
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Language
Name
Description
English
Peasant Flag Zombie
Simplified Chinese
黑暗旗子僵尸
Lit. "Dark Flag Zombie"
French
Zombie drapeau paysan
German
Flaggen-Zombiebauer
Italian
Zombi villano portabandiera
Brazilian Portuguese
Porta-Bandeira Camponês
Spanish
Zombi abanderado campesino
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Language
Name
Description
English
Beach Flag Zombie
Simplified Chinese
沙滩旗子僵尸
French
Zombiplagiste drapeau
German
Flaggen-Strandzombie
Italian
Zombi portabandiera da spiaggia
Brazilian Portuguese
Zumbi Porta-Bandeira Praiano
Spanish
Zombi abanderado playero
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Language
Name
Description
English
Cave Flag Zombie
Simplified Chinese
洞穴旗帜僵尸
French
Zombie drapeau des cavernes
German
Der Flaggen-Höhlenzombie
Italian
Zombi portabandiera cavernicolo
Brazilian Portuguese
O Zumbi Porta-Bandeira das Cavernas
Spanish
Zombi abanderado cavernario
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Language
Name
Description
English
Flag Adventurer Zombie
Simplified Chinese
旗帜失落僵尸
Lit. "Flag Lost Zombie"
French
Zombie aventurier drapeau
German
Flaggen-Abenteurer-Zombie
Italian
Zombi avventuriero portabandiera
Brazilian Portuguese
Zumbi-bandeira Aventureiro
Spanish
Zombi abanderado aventureroFlag
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Language
Name
Description
English
Neon Flag Zombie
Simplified Chinese
摇滚旗子僵尸
Lit. "Rock N Roll Flag Zombie"
French
Zombie drapeau fluo
German
Neon-Flaggen-Zombie
Italian
Zombi portabandiera neon
Brazilian Portuguese
Zumbi Porta-bandeira Néon
Spanish
Zombi abanderado neón
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Language
Name
Description
English
Jurassic Flag Zombie
Simplified Chinese
侏罗纪旗子僵尸
French
Zombie drapeau jurassique
German
Jurassischer Flaggen-Zombie
Italian
Zombi portabandiera giurassico
Brazilian Portuguese
Zumbi Porta-Bandeira Jurássico
Spanish
Zombi abanderado jurásico
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Language
Name
Description
English
Roman Flag Zombie
Simplified Chinese
罗马旗帜僵尸
French
Zombie drapeau romain
German
Römer-Flaggen-Zombie
Italian
Zombi portabandiera romano
Brazilian Portuguese
Zumbi-Bandeira Romano
Spanish
Zombi abanderado romano
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Language
Name
Description
English
ZCorp Flag Zombie
French
Zombie drapeau ZCorp
German
ZCorp-Flaggen-Zombie
Italian
Zombi portabandiera ZCorp
Brazilian Portuguese
Zumbi-bandeira da ZCorp
Spanish
Zombi abanderado de ZCorp
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Language
Name
Description
English
Carnie Flag Zombie
French
Zombie drapeau carnaval
German
Schausteller-Flaggen-Zombie
Italian
Zombi portabandiera giostraio
Brazilian Portuguese
Zumbi-bandeira Caixeiro-viajante
Spanish
Zombi abanderado feriante
Trivia
According to the almanac, his name is Brian, as the almanac states it is "a spelling impaired zombie named Brian."
"Brian" is an anagram of "Brain."
This is one of the only times a zombie was given an actual name.
Flag Zombie's flag is a lot bigger in this game.
He also moves at the same speed as a Basic Zombie.
The Flag Zombie is the only zombie with a human name, which is "Brian" and "Brain" is similar to "Brian".
Unlike the one-lane level of the original game (Level 1-1), a Flag Zombie will appear on the final wave of Player's House - Day 1.
The Halloween Flag Zombie resembles the Scarecrow from the movie "The Wizard of Oz", who, like the zombies, desired brains. His flag also features Pumpkin instead of a brain.
His flag pole is a bone instead of a wooden stick.
Each time-themed Flag Zombie follows the same sentence for each of them, only with the change of the adjective of the word "wave". The only exceptions are both Kongfu World's variations which are unique. Flags Pilot Zombie's entry is a slight variation, starting with 'Leads' instead of 'Marks'
Flag Mummy Zombie's Almanac entry says "Egyptian Flag Zombie" instead of "Flag Mummy Zombie".
The Flag Mummy Zombie says that he's living in "de-Nile". This is a pun of the Nile River, a river in Egypt, and the phrase "living in denial".
Sometimes when a Flag Pirate Zombie dies, he will stand up headless before he disappears.
The flag the Flag Cowboy Zombie has is the "Lone Star" flag of Texas, with the white star changed to a brain.
In the Cowboy Flag Zombie's Almanac entry it says "The Lone Brainer leads the way", which is a pun on The Lone Ranger.
Future Flag Zombie's flag is holographic and unlike the other flags, the holographic flag does not deteriorate. When the Future Flag Zombie dies, the flag simply disappears, leaving only the pole.
If the player looks closely, they can see through the holographic flag.
This effect also applies to the Infi-nut and the Dr. Zomboss hologram above in every Boss level.
Also the "brain" icon is blue, which is different than the other variants.
In the Almanac, Peasant Flag Zombie had a bone sticking out from its arm prior to the 2.5.1 update.
However, Flag Adventurer Zombie currently has a bone sticking out from his arm.
The Peasant Flag Zombie's flag is the only one to not be rectangular in shape.
Beach Flag Zombie is the first Flag Zombie to have a different look than that area's regular Zombie.
This may be due to the fact that Big Wave Beach introduces two types of regular zombies.
Flag Mummy Zombie and Beach Flag Zombie have a different animation style than that area's regular Zombie. Flag Mummy Zombie uses the animation style from the Cowboy Zombie, while Beach Flag Zombie uses the animation style from the Pirate Zombie.
The Pirate, Beach, Monk, and Kongfu variants are the only ones that don't hold their flag up when they die.
The Cave Flag Zombie holds a banner instead of an actual flag.
There is a glitch where Neon Flag Zombie in his Almanac entry doesn't have his flag. Flag Pilot Zombie also contains this glitch. This has been fixed in the 4.0.1 update.
Similar to Jurassic Zombie, Jurassic Flag Zombie has the "Hungry" speed.
Jurassic Flag Zombie is the only flag variant to not use a stick or rod as a handle for the flag, but he instead uses bones.
Roman Flag Zombie's flag design was based on a Roman flag which is used during Roman empire, but instead of "SPQR", it replaced with a brain instead.
The golden stick he holds as a handle for the flag has a Zombie Chicken on top, replacing the aquila.
In Kongfu World, Flag Kongfu Zombies can appear anytime even if the huge wave has not yet arrived. This is because there might be a weapon stand that contains a flag that can transform a Kongfu Zombie into a Flag Kongfu Zombie. This can also happen to his Monk variant but the Monk variant can appear even if the wave has not been triggered.
Unlike its Kongfu counterpart, when a Monk Zombie transforms into a Flag Monk Zombie, it does not spawn other Monk Zombies.
Flag Monk Zombie can only appear via weapon stands.
Flag Pilot Zombie doesn't hold his flag due to his flamethrower, instead keeping it on his jetpack.
Flag Samurai Zombie often come in 2, due to an oversight.
While Flag Zombies that walk like a basic zombie eat like a pirate, Carnie Flag Zombie eats completely like a Basic Zombie.
Carnie Flag Zombie is the only variant to make falling sounds that are similar to Mummy Zombie.