Setting the Scene

As I was told that this idea needs some more umph behind it, I will now set up the opening scene to pique your interest.

The room brigthens as a servant lights the candles in the study. He motions for the men gathered in the room to make themselves at home. He pours the men wine, hands them a pamphlet, and exits the room. The men gathered around begin to examine the parchment.

As you requested, Sir, I have examied the bodies of those with the illness both live and departed. When one contracts this illness their very lives are stripped away. The subject becomes lethargic and non-responsive. Shortly after contracting the disease, the subject's body breaks out into a severe rash. Within two or three days, their skin begins to flake and tear, while the subject vomits vile, blackish ichor. Shortly after this period of purging the subject dies in agony. 

Now, Sir, this is the part that leads us to our current problem. About an hour after death the subject seems to reanimate. No amount of rational thought remains and they lash out at any within reach. As instructed by Captain Tweed, the bodies are put in the "Section" and promptly burned. However, there are many villagers that refuse to let us do this, which only adds to our problems, sire. Hopefully, your team comes to help us soon.
Your humble servant,
Shamus

The men all sit around in the study, each lost in their own thoughts, only now fully understanding what the Count has asked of them. Just then the door opens and the servant beckons them to proceed into the Count's private chambers...