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Post-Apocalyptic

Survival in New Vance

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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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Jess Atherton
Jess Atherton
Level 5 Baseline Human Engineer -
Tess Atherton is a strong and skilled engineer, haunted by her past yet yearning for connection in a post-apocalyptic world.
Details
RaceBaseline Human
ClassEngineer
Level5
Alignment
PronounsShe/Her
Location109, 658
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 Credit0
Credit0
Cred-Bit0
appearance
A female Baseline Human Engineer with sun-kissed skin and faint scars, standing at 5'9" with a lean, athletic build. She has choppy purple hair pulled back into a tight braid, gold brown eyes, and wears a standard Solar Guardian uniform in charcoal and olive, reinforced with salvaged metal plating. A modified energy rifle is slung over her shoulder, and a tool belt hangs at her hip, while a simple silver pendant with a sun symbol rests around her neck.
personality
Pragmatic, resourceful, and fiercely independent, she possesses a quiet determination honed by survival. Her keen intellect and engineering prowess are balanced by a cautious, almost wary demeanor. Scars and salvaged gear hint at battles fought and won, fostering a resilient spirit. She is not overtly emotional, preferring action to words, yet a flicker of warmth exists beneath her stoic exterior. The sun pendant suggests a personal connection to something larger, perhaps a lost faith or a lingering hope. Simple acts of kindness and genuine concern can break through her tough exterior. She craves human connection after years of serving as a Solar Guardian. She values strength and competence, but also appreciates a gentle hand. She values efficiency and practicality, but a subtle artistic flair manifests in the meticulous modifications to her equipment. She's a problem-solver, a survivor, and a guardian, carrying a weight of responsibility with unwavering resolve.
backstory
Born on a remote, resource-scarce colony, she learned to scavenge and repair from a young age, mastering engineering out of necessity. Harsh environments and frequent raids shaped her into a self-reliant warrior. The Solar Guardians, a fractured peacekeeping force, recruited her for her technical skills, offering a purpose beyond survival. During a catastrophic system-wide conflict, her colony was decimated, leaving her with physical and emotional scars. The sun pendant, a memento from a lost community, fuels her commitment to protecting others. She salvaged and modified her gear, a testament to her adaptability. Disillusioned by bureaucratic failures, she operates on the fringes, choosing direct action over protocol. Her experiences forged a deep distrust of authority, but also a fierce loyalty to those she deems worthy. She carries the burden of her past, driven by a desire to prevent others from suffering the same fate.
Stats
Strength
12
Dexterity
16
Constitution
14
Intelligence
18
Wisdom
12
Charisma
12
Armor Class
15
16
16
Max HP
38
Speed
30

HP

38 / 38 HP

XP

6,5006,500 XP13,999
Level 5
Equipped Items
Spellbook
Engineer: Jury Rig

Engineer: Jury Rig

Cantrip
Engineer: Redirect Power Surge

Engineer: Redirect Power Surge

Cantrip
Engineer: Kinetic Barrier

Engineer: Kinetic Barrier

Level 1
Engineer: Concussive Charge

Engineer: Concussive Charge

Level 1
Multiattack

Multiattack

Cantrip
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