The Government of New West Virginia rises as a commanding force, rooted in the rugged Appalachians. From their fortified base in Charleston, a citadel rebuilt with high walls and salvaged tech, they govern a 150-mile territory stretching from the Ohio River to the Virginia border, controlling key mountain passes and river valleys. Viewing themselves as stewards of a reborn order, they deploy skilled mercenaries beyond their domain to gather intelligence on rival enclaves, emerging powers, and lost technologies, their efforts cloaked in secrecy. Whispers of uncanny enforcers and advanced weaponry fuel their aura, blending iron discipline with a mission to forge a prosperous future, though their harsh methods stir unease among survivors in this resilient yet divided land.
The Government of New West Virginia’s emblem is a towering mountain silhouette, its peak crowned with a radiant silver arc, symbolizing their unyielding resolve and vision for a new era. Beneath, crossed steel blades represent strength and defense, while a subtle, glowing line above—hinting at vigilance—curves protectively. Crafted in polished metal or projected as a hologram, the design exudes authority and purpose, a proud badge of their mission to rebuild from the ashes with disciplined might.
Territory: Spanning 150 miles, their domain encompasses the former West Virginia, from the Ohio River west to the Virginia border east, and from the Pennsylvania line north to the Kentucky border south. Mountainous terrain and river access bolster their control, though outer regions face mutant and rival pressures.
Base of Operations: Charleston, elevated and river-linked, serves as their fortified hub, housing the council, armories, and rumored tech labs, making it a strategic nerve center.
Areas of Interest in the Government of New West Virginia
Description: The heart of New West Virginia’s power, this fortified complex in Charleston rises from the Kanawha River’s banks. High walls of salvaged steel and concrete enclose barracks, a council hall, and rumored tech labs where advanced weaponry and enigmatic enforcers are crafted. Solar arrays and geothermal vents power the city, its streets patrolled by disciplined guards and the occasional silent figure—hinting at secrets.
Role: Base of operations, offering quests to mercenaries for intelligence runs or tech defense, with a tense atmosphere of control and mystery.
Description: Perched on a bluff overlooking the Ohio River, this watchtower monitors western borders with advanced scopes and signal beacons. Reinforced with scrap metal, it houses a small garrison and a comms hub, dispatching mercenaries to scout rival territories. The river below teems with Greybloom-mutated fish.
Role: A strategic outpost for reconnaissance missions, where adventurers can earn bounties spotting mutant migrations or enemy caravans.
Description: Nestled in the Blackwater Canyon, this industrial site churns out weapons and armored vehicles. Smokestacks belch ash-filtered plumes, and guarded warehouses store rumored prototypes. Mercenaries guard supply lines, while the canyon’s depths hide Greybloom threats.
Role: A manufacturing hub, offering quests to protect shipments or investigate strange noises from the mines, blending danger with opportunity.
Description: High in the Allegheny Mountains, this outpost uses the jagged Seneca Rocks as a natural fortress. Equipped with sniper nests and a radio relay, it coordinates mercenary deployments eastward. Survivors trade local herbs, hinting at a thriving undercurrent beneath strict rule.
Role: A lookout for eastern threats, providing quests to patrol mountain passes or negotiate with independent traders, showcasing resilience.
Description: Along the Kanawha River, this depot serves as a logistics center, storing fuel and supplies for mercenary expeditions. Armored rovers line up, and a makeshift market trades crystals and tech. Rumors swirl of hidden vaults with pre-eruption relics.
Role: A supply base for adventurers, offering escort missions or salvage dives, with the allure of uncovering lost tech under tight security.