

In the anime _Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress_ , Kabane are shown with physical
ability ranging from a [slow, zombie-like
walk](https://i.stack.imgur.com/rTPzi.png) to a [high-speed animal-like
sprint](https://i.stack.imgur.com/HYIVh.jpg). In addition, Kabane are shown
with various degrees of intelligence, ranging from mindless zombies to leader-
types to being able to operate simple machinery.

What's the mechanism behind this variety? Do Kabane grow in strength, agility,
and/or intelligence over time? Do their abilities depend on the original
individual infected? Is it more related to the circumstances of the infection?
Is there an intelligent agent and/or advanced evolutionary process behind it
all?

The existence of Wazatori and Fused Colonies seems to indicate some form of
guided evolution, but I'm frankly at a loss as to what mechanism could be
behind all this.


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Is the physiological progression (evolution?) of Kabane discussed in the manga?