Amongst the Plagued. If damage reduces the zombie to 0 hit points, it must make a Constitution saving throw with a DC of 10. On a success, the Plaguebearer drops to 1 hp. On a failure, the undead will burst toxic spores in a radius of 5 feet dealing 3d10 necrotic damage.

Bilious Horde. Loud noises cause 1d4 Plaguebearers to be drawn to the source of the sound.

Zalah's Touch.  If a living creature is bitten or otherwise attacked by a Plaguebearer, it must make a DC 10 saving throw of either Strength, Dexterity, or Constitution. On a failure, that creature is infected: losing 1 max hp per day until they die. Once the creature dies, it instantly becomes a Plaguebearer. This infection can be cured by either removing the tainted area (be it a limb or patch of flesh) before their first long rest or have a greater restoration spell be cast on them.

Slam. Melee Weapon Attack: +3 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 4 (1d6 + 1) bludgeoning damage. If the target is a living creature, it must make a DC 10 saving throw of either Strength, Dexterity, or Constitution. On a failure, that creature has been touched by the lord of plagues. Refer to Zalah's Touch.

Bite. Melee Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 5 (1d6 + 4) piercing damage. If the target is a living creature, it must make a DC 10 saving throw of either Strength, Dexterity, or Constitution. On a failure, that creature has been touched by the lord of plagues. Refer to Zalah's Touch.