Post-Apocalyptic
In 2070, a zombie virus threatens mankind. A futuristic, dystopian, cyberpunk test of survival!
Author's Note: The year is 2070, one year after the Collapse. The place? New Vance City. Skeletal remains of skyscrapers pierce the smog-choked sky. Patches of overgrown desert flora claw at cracked asphalt. Inside, survivors try to make the best of their fragile existence, repurposing solar panels and scavenging for supplies. Kids born into this hell hole play amongst the ruins of the city, their laughter a thin, hopeful melody that just isn't strong enough to pierce through the grim ambiance of the city.
Life here is filled with nothing but scarcity and fear. Every creak in the night, every flicker in the solar grid, every hum or buzz... It's all enough to send shivers down your spines. Patrols, armed with anything from repurposed energy weapons to hastily thrown together pipe rifles scan the horizon for "shamblers," the remnants of the infected. Yet amidst the hardship, the community is still blooming. New Vance City still stands, at least for now. A flickering candle in the encroaching darkness of a world forever changed.
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Deacon Forge
Level 5 Baseline Human Guard -
A pragmatic and resourceful Baseline Human Guard, Deacon Forge embodies the resilience of New Vance City, carrying the weight of its survival with quiet determination and loyalty.
Details
| Race | Baseline Human |
| Class | Guard |
| Level | 5 |
| Alignment | |
| Pronouns | He/Him |
| Location | 667, -604 |
Skills
Acrobatics
Animal Handling
Arcana
Athletics
Deception
History
Insight
Intimidation
Investigation
Medicine
Nature
Perception
Performance
Persuasion
Religion
Sleight Of Hand
Stealth
Survival
Ispreparedcaster
Isspellcaster
Currencies
| Solar Credit | 10 |
| Credit | 30 |
| Cred-Bit | 50 |
appearance
A male Baseline Human Guard with a weathered face, sharp eyes, and short dark hair. He wears a worn leather jacket over a patched-up guard uniform, with scars marking his arms and hands. His utility belt is equipped with various tools and repurposed weapons, reflecting the dangers of New Vance City.
personality
Deacon, a New Vance City guard, is terse, honed by survival. He's pragmatic, decisive, and intensely observant, shouldering the city's burden. Loyalty, not overt emotion, fuels his dedication to his fellow guards and citizens, his chosen family. Trust is scarce, hence his caution; he analyzes before acting, avoiding rashness. Training and experience guide his actions. Stern yet dryly witty, he reveals a hidden humanity. Amidst ruins, he retains quiet optimism, believing in human resilience. Small acts of community, shared meals, stories, and children's laughter, provide solace. He's a protector, a guardian of hope, embodying the enduring strength of the human spirit.
backstory
Deacon Forge, a New Vance City native, knew only post-Collapse life. Scarcity and automated turret sounds defined his youth. He grew amidst ruined skyscrapers, lacking old-world luxuries, mastering scavenging and repair. Tales of the infected, whispered by campfires, instilled fear and protective drive. City defenses symbolized lost comfort, a world he missed. Resourcefulness bloomed from necessity; he identified usable materials, fixed machinery, and navigated complex social structures. Armed patrol encounters taught him duty, seeing the fragile community, children playing in ruins, and the need for order. Brutal training emphasized practical skills and awareness, weapon handling, and threat identification. He witnessed infection's effects, mindless and cunning variants breaching defenses. Every patrol, perimeter check, was a defiance act against encroaching darkness, a vital component of the city's continuous existence.
Stats
Strength
16
Dexterity
14
Constitution
16
Intelligence
10
Wisdom
13
Charisma
11
Armor Class
12
14
14
Max HP
45
Speed
30
HP
45 / 45 HP
XP
6,5006,500 XP13,999
Level 5
Equipped Items
Spellbook