[[:allison | Allison]] and [[:waters | Waters]] move cinder blocks into place, slowly rebuilding the wall next to the foundry entrance. [[:jarhead | Jarhead]] does some last minute work by the van, constructing a jack for raising a truck, the first step …
[[:violet-jefferson | Violet]] pauses at the stairs. The cries of alarm ring down the hall behind her. She turns and grabs a fleeing nurse. “The climbers! They’ve smashed into the front lobby,” the woman shouts. “Grab anybody who can handle a gun, …
The sun slowly climbs higher in the sky above the muddy amphitheater of [[Stumpland | Stumpland]]. Several people clean the cracked wooden benches surrounding the central "stage" while others assemble a bonfire in preparation for the Gathering later that …
A single light bulb swings wildly overhead as [[:gator | Gator]] leans over the elderly man in the depths of [[Jackbird's | Jackbird's wrecked boat]]. The white-haired figure moans weakly on the ground in an old and rotten suit. "What the heck happened …
As night falls the people of [[Stumpland | Stumpland]] turn to their festivities. They light a towering bonfire and beside it construct a low funeral pyre for the blond giant killed earlier that day. [[:november | November]] begins the Gathering with a …
[[:jarhead | Jarhead]] attaches a pair of leads to the strange silvery sphere. He uncoils some wire, contemplating how he ended up in this mess. He casts his mind back two days ago while rigging up a switch. He was playing around in the back of his van …
The sea breeze blows the smoke of the funeral pyre away from the small gathering. [[:gator | Gator]] stows his new weapon on the airboat while [[:jarhead | Jarhead]] adjusts some items in his overburdened van. With [[:violet-jefferson | Violet’s]] promise …
The monotony of [[The 75 | the 75]] wears on the caravan. Even the addition of [[:lily-miami | Lily Miami]] and [[:starbuck | Starbuck]] fails to stimulate them, at least positively. The pair keep to their bike and sidecar by day and argue with [[:boo | …
[[:jarhead | Jarhead]] approaches [[:gator | Gator]] and his travelling companions in the large cafeteria of the [[Autodoc | Autodoc]]. “Well I’m going to deal with the East Wing. If you want to come along, come along. Gator do you want to come along? I …
[[:jarhead | Jarhead]] pulls the [[:memo | pale little girl]] behind him. She bows her head, letting her long black hair hide the crowds and bright lights as she pads after him in hospital slippers and a gown. They slip through loading bay doors and out …
The clouds begin to break as [[:lily-miami | Lily]] and [[:starbuck | Starbuck]] return from their recruitment mission. On top of coming back alone, [[:violet-jefferson | Violet]] grimly notes their sniffles and coughs. Lily approaches her. "My family …
[[:november | November]] makes her way back to her dressing room after a long day of rehearsals. In the fading light she notices a young girl slipping out the door into the [[Music Bowl | Music Bowl's]] subbasements. _That's odd_, she thinks before …
The sun rises over a happy celebration in front of the [[Autodoc | Autodoc]]. [[:garber | Garber]] and [[:boo | Boo]] hug while the nurses enjoy the fresh air. “Thank goodness you are okay," Garber says. "I was worried.” Elsewhere [[:gator | Gator]] …
[[:jarhead | Jarhead]] pokes around the truck as the cultists whoop for joy. He winces with each cry. “Hey the war is over!” One shouts. “We dealt with half of White’s gang,” [[:brin | Brin]] says. “There’s no way he can strike now.” Jubilant, …
[[The Gods | The gods]] buzz angrily in the back of [[:november | November’s]] mind as she and [[:wisher | Wisher]] climb through the burning wreckage of the [[Music Bowl | Music Bowl]]. “Kill him,” they hiss. “He hurt us. Eliminate him. Murder. Pain …
[[:jarhead | Jarhead]] removes the final bandages from [[:fuse | Fuse’s]] torso. “Well I owe you one,” the spikey haired mercenary says. “Yes, yes you do,” Jarhead says as he turns to his other patient. The worn [[:militia-at | old man]] lies on …
[[:jarhead | Jarhead]] tightens the last bolt holding the Tesla sphere in place. Behind him [[:rox | Rox]] attaches the final leads while the rest of the gang keeps watch. [[:violet-jefferson | Violet]] props herself up in her gurney as she pours over …
[[:jarhead | Jarhead]] fumbles with another set of leather collars. Electrodes puncture the straps to connect skin to disabling current. On [[:allison | Allison’s]] worktable another pair sit complete. He smiles and stumbles over to the medical bay. …
_Time counts and keeps countin', and we knows now finding the trick of what's been and lost ain't no easy ride. But that's our trek, we gotta' travel it. And there ain't nobody knows where it's gonna' lead. Still in all, every night we does the tell, so …
h3. Locations * [[The 75]] * [[Cottage]] * [[Miami]] ** [[711]] ** [[Autodoc | Autodoc]] ** [[The Big Ship | The Big Ship]] ** [[MarketStore]] ** [[Music Bowl | Music Bowl]] ** [[Taters]] * [[Mudpatch]] * [[Steelside]] * [[Stumpland]] * [[ …
Now most of you have played Apocalypse World at some point but as a quick overview, the typical first session starts with a group character creation where each player chooses a playbook (which is sort of like a class, but much more flexible than). …
[[File:367498 | class=media-item-align-center | Stumpland.jpg]] A gator farm in the middle of a swamp, Stumpland is an important food source in the region. They also produce fine leathers. It is run by the [[The Green Family | Green family]], …
The swamp is filled with a variety of threats: deep waters, alligators, pythons, giant rodents, and worse. [[File:356123 | class=media-item-align-center | everglades.jpg]]
An old highway slowly being overtaken by vegetation, still littered with the remains of thousands of vehicles. [[File:356126 | class=media-item-align-center | ruin-4.jpg]] The road is frequented by cannibals and raiders making travel dangerous.
A wide ranging biker gang who all have a sword tattoo on their shoulders. [[File:356150 | class=media-item-align-center | WildEyes.jpg]]
This dread disease wiped out most of humanity. A fungal infection of the brain, it causes the infected to sleepwalking with an inclination to climb to the highest point available. Symptom include itchiness, fever, green spots in the eyes ("the spots"), …
The Green family holds positions of authority and influence throughout western Florida. Named for the Green Swamp, they established themselves as a prolific clan of toughs.
Jackbird's shop used to be the one real store in town and the saloon. Now it is no more, destroyed over a rumor that it was infested with spores. That includes the large yacht behind the shop. Jackbird and the boat appeared in town one cloudless day. …
[[File:368709 | class=media-item-align-center | AR15-with-American-Flag.jpg]] Devoted to restoring the nation and enforcing its law, it takes a violent tack in doing so. They moved men, weapons, and a scavenged APC into [[Miami | Miami]] to retake …
Run by [[:deg | Deg]], this massive factory complex still runs, supporting hundreds of people. Hungry people.
This tiny holding is all that remains of the great 'burbs that covered the land. Three rotten homes is all that remain, tended by the leaf and bark clad descendants of their owners.
The swamps of Florida are home to many dangerous beasts, both native and foreign. h3. Alligators These ancient monsters have grown into one of the top predators of the region. [[File:376120 | class=media-item-align-center | …
This community lay just off [[The 75 | the 75]], a collection of tents nestled around a ring of willow trees. Wires snake out from this ring to power lights in the trees and nearby streetlamps. A ring of strange climbing poles surround the holding for no …
[[File:386871 | class=media-item-align-center | Miami100.jpg]] The ruins of Miami hold not one but 3 major holdings as well as a number of smaller marginal communities. once in danger from [[:white | White]] they now operate under new leadership. …
A massive aircraft carrier that ran aground in the bay, it still sports an impressive ordinance. The top deck is covered in a shanty town and bustling market. A free port, it fell to [[:white | White]] thanks to his used of mind control carriers of [[ …
A ruined sports arena, this collapsed dome was converted for use by a cult that worships music. They rebuilt a church organ inside it and built a mushroom floor in its foundations. Now it serves as a refuge against [[:white | White]]. Their food supply …
The Autodoc is a functioning hospital run by the descendants of the nurses. Though they have preserved much of the lore of the old world, the hospital also contains automated surgeons under the control of the central computer. Unfortunately its program …
[[File:389469 | class=media-item-align-center | train.jpg]] A railway line still runs along the east coast of Florida. Run by the [[Militia | Militia]] it ferries supplies and men where they need it.
This tiny holding houses a patch of potatoes atop a strip mall. [[File:394101 | class=media-item-align-center | Taters.jpg]] They were intimidated into providing food for [[:white | White]] and [[The Big Ship | the Big Ship]] but the [[Music Bowl | …
A holding that is almost all market, MarketStore is housed in an old supermarket. [[File:394110 | class=media-item-align-center | MarketStore.jpg]] They were working under [[:white | White]] under some sort of deal at one point.
The entities that claimed to be Gods knew much and could reach far through the psychic maelstrom. They possessed power to protect against the [[The Climbers | Climbers]]. They promised knowledge and legendary. They needed a messenger that will feed them …
This holding was depopulated by [[:white | White]], its inhabitants zombified and sent to attack the [[Autodoc | Autodoc]].
h3. Ruin Runner Moves *Canny* Use sharp for manipulate instead of hot *Scavenger:* When you dig through remnants of the old times, roll+sharp. On a 10+, choose 3. On a 7-9, choose 1: • you find something worth 1-barter • you avoid …
Hurricane comes from the sprawling [[The Green Family | Green]] family, the members of which he values highly. Unfortunately [[:gator | Gator]] killed Zuzu his favorite nephew. He's a bit bitter. He does still have several nephews as well as a niece …
Gunge had a thing for November Orleans and provided Gator with Teflon for his ap rounds. He got around in a rusty and leaf covered airboat. But he got infected with [[The Climbers | the climbers]] and succumbed to the fungal disease. Gator burned down …
Matilda has lived in Stumpland her whole life. When she was young she was in love with a young man from the next holding named Corbett. Corbett however got taken and enslaved while traveling to another holding. The niece of [[:hurricane-green | …
Julia is a local who married into the Jefferson clan about a decade ago. Her husband [[:buck-jefferson | Buck]] tended the bigger gators in Stumpland. With his death, she contacted the leader of the [[Wild Eyes | Wild Eyes]], seeking revenge on [[:brt …
Buck came from up north but settled in Stumpland about 8 years ago. He helped raise and skin gators. But before that he ran with the [[Wild Eyes | Wild Eyes]]. As part of that biker gang he murdered [[:brt | Billy Ray Tallahasse]]'s mother to get her …
Only 16, Kal hasn't been seen to do much. That's for the best as he murdered his brother. [[:brt | Billy Ray Tallahasse]] helped cover it up for that he owes him. He helped confront [[:buck-jefferson | Buck Jefferson]] for him. He also helped [[:brt | …
How Dice remains obese is a mystery, though perhaps one worth investigating. His wife and 6 children don't seem to benefit from it however. He was sent to help [[:brt | Billy Ray Tallahasse]] and [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]] retrieve a new …
Rover is old. He might even recall what it was like when gas flowed like water and the highways were places of safety.
Hypnotic holds: [[:shadow | Shadow]] = 2 [[:militia-at | A.T.]] = 1 [[:mox | Mox]] =1 [[:cougar | Cougar]] = 2
When he was young Corbett was set to marry [[:matilda-green | Matilda Green]]. But he strayed into the wrong territory and was enslaved. Now he belongs to Bowdy, the slave trader.
Bowdy is a major slave trader and holder in the area, owning among others [[:corbett | Corbett]]. She likes to listen to [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]] discuss the now fallen America. She publicly espouses the idea of restoring the nation. …
Dustwich was Jackbird's brother. The siblings shared something, a device with power over time and space. Dustwich wanted it and so he took it. [[:november | November Orleans]] once worked for him when he ran a upscale establishment. She left when …
Deg leads the hardhold of Steelside to the north. [[Stumpland | Stumpland]] owes him tribute in the form of gator meat. If they fail to pay he will send his gang to kill them and take the meat by force. [[:gator | Gator]] has considered killing him but …
Roarke serves [[:deg | Deg]] and is in line to take over should he die. He is also an idiot.
Rabbit is the town drunk of [[Stumpland | Stumpland]]. A regular at Jackbird's, she was quite broken up when he died. She apparently looted the place of all the booze. She's since become somewhat infatuated with [[:november | November Orleans]]. It is …
Line has a lot of kids, five so far. He also has a deadbeat sister named [[:rabbit | Rabbit]].
Lizard owns a slave, Sway, and handles the scavenging for feed for [[Stumpland | Stumpland]]'s gators. It is said she has a skill for traps. She got herself in a tight spot a while back and was rescued by [[:brt | Billy Ray Tallahasse]]. for that she …
Sway belongs to [[:lizard | Lizard]] who puts her in places her owner would rather not go.
She's one of [[:dice | Dice]]'s brood.
Jess's brother was caught by slavers once. She was able to rescue him with [[:gator | Gator's]] help. For that he gets to stay at her place when he passes through town. She is currently storing [[:jarhead | Jarhead]]'s broken generator for him in …
Vock was to be a gift from [[:bowdy | Bowdy]] to [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]] but instead she was convinced to sell him to [[:hurricane-green | Hurricane Green]] by [[:november | November Orleans]].
[[:rover | Rover]]'s grandson, Hammer has learned some his grandfather's mechanical skills. He's become interested in larger things however, like [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]]'s vision of a renewed USA. He joined the [[Militia | Militia]] …
A.T. runs the [[Militia | Militia]], a survivalist clan that still flies the American flag. He and [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]] don't see eye to eye due to the means he is willing to use. Violence is justified if it brings unity, purges are …
Ork is [[:deg | Deg]]'s enforcer. He is also an idiot.
Franky worked for [[:deg | Deg]] as an enforcer. She has a love of gambling.
Charity rented her boat to [[:november | November Orleans]] and [[:gator | Gator]] while she was in [[Stumpland | Stumpland]].
Boo's clan have been scavengers and scrap collectors for 3 generations. Boo himself based his operations out of Miami and was hopeful to reintroduce democracy when the local hardholder died. Instead the gangs moved in and he was driven out. After …
As yet unmet, Crimson is known as the leader of the [[Wild Eyes | Wild Eyes]]. [[:julia-jefferson | Julia Jefferson]] asked him to enact revenge for her on [[:brt | Billy Ray Tallahasse]] for the death of her husband [[:buck-jefferson | Buck]].
Garber supports his father [[:boo | Boo]].
Gina eventually recovered and joined her father at the new holding.
Hired by [[:dustwich | Dustwich]] and set to watch over [[:jarhead | Jarhead]], Farley was an average member of his tribe: big, strong looking and dumb.
White and his minions took over the Big Boat and threw out or killed any who disobey them. Though little was know about him, all know he messed with black magic, was a skilled medic and could control people via zombie powder. He was not above using those …
Allison used to travel with a community known as the Bus. But the Bus broke down and with no other options for food, she struck out with her brother [[:waters | Waters]]. They were almost eaten by cannibals but were rescued by [[:violet-jefferson | Violet …
Waters and his sister [[:allison | Allison]] used to travel with the Bus until it broke down. his has a natural talent for crafting and is a skilled carver. His sister took him away to find food but they ended up being caught by cannibals. Though [[: …
Shadow is the first hunter of [[Willowtree | Willowtree]]. Sent to protect [[:jarhead | Jarhead]] and bring back the messenger, his jealousy over [[:november | November Orleans]] has renewed his desire to complete his mission. He believes the child [[: …
Lily descended from a branch of the Miami family. She didn't like her family. She left them to marry Starbuck and cruise the open road. Lily was a skilled animal trainer as well as an ardent believer in the United States of America. She and her …
Starbuck came from nothing but dreams of more. He doesn't let little things like tradition get in the way. So when [[:lily-miami | Lily Miami]]'s family refused to let them marry, they eloped. That rebellious spirit attracted him to [[:violet-jefferson …
Pandora was a high priestess of the [[Music Bowl | Music Bowl]] and a friend of [[:november | November Orleans]]. She hoped to have the dancer perform at the festival this month. She was crushed by falling debris when the Music Bowl was hit.
Krin knows Gator from his occasional visits. He likes people he can trust and that includes Gator.
Wisher has extended an invitation to [[:november | November Orleans]] to visit him at the Music Bowl, taken in by her beauty. He hired [[:jarhead | Jarhead]] to build a gift for November but ultimately joined Violet's new holding after the destruction …
Heron died in the fires that erupted after the [[Music Bowl | Music Bowl]] was hit.
Barnum holds the position of Head Nurse at the [[Autodoc | Autodoc]]. He seems to have some deal going with [[:militia-at | A.T.]] as well. He was trapped in the Autodoc. His whereabouts remain unknown.
Amber gave [[:november | November Orleans]] the gift of a Geiger counter. She died in a stampede when the Music Bowl was hit.
Millions served as [[:barnum | Barnum]]'s secretary but now runs the [[Autodoc | Autodoc]] as head nurse.
Morgana formed a gang of mercenaries under Gator's leadership. She subcontracted them out without his okay though. For a while she was his second in command but now she's struck out on her own.
Wire has teamed up with [[:morgana | Morgana]] and [[:gator | Gator]] to form a gang and drive up prices. He got zapped but not really hurt while clearing out the East Wing of the [[Autodoc | Autodoc]]. Luckily for him he took a mission to deliver a …
The niece of Madame, Patridge has not been heard from since [[:white | White]] took the [[The Big Ship | Big Ship]].
Iris is quite hungry.
Madame has family on [[The Big Ship | the Big Ship]], specifically [[:patridge | Patridge]]. [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]] managed to get her half convinced to supporting republican democracy. She just needs to see it will work.
Rescued by [[:jarhead | Jarhead]] and [[:gator | Gator]], she is now free of the East Wing. It is unclear how old she is, somewhere between 10 and 14 is the best guess. Her mother was turned into a monster by the Hospital and something was done to her as …
Road joined [[:gator | Gator]]'s gang in hopes of making it rich. He didn't look up and got cut up by a cyborg old woman while clearing out the East Wing of the [[Autodoc | Autodoc]]. Then he messed up again, letting someone survive a raid on the …
Mox is old friends with [[:november | November Orleans]] and works within the [[Militia | Militia]] under [[:militia-at | A.T.]]. He still has a thing for her.
Scarlet and her boyfriend Joshua traveled and did odd jobs to make ends meet. They both supported a return of the Union and [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]]'s vision. [[:shadow | Shadow]] revealed that they were talking with [[:white | White]]' …
Joshua and his girlfriend [[:scarlet | Scarlet]] traveled and did odd jobs to make ends meet. They both supported a return of the Union and [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]]’s vision. [[:shadow | Shadow]] revealed that they were talking with [[: …
AOL's desire to restore the USA has drawn her to [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]] and the Republicans. She's eager to see some concrete steps taken.
[[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]] saved Kim's life when she was attacked by a giant radioactive boar. She owes her one. Since she is still on board the [[The Big Ship | Big Ship]], Violet used her to get information on [[:white | White]] and his …
Through his connection to the "loa" or "gods", he somehow survived a terminal case of the climbers. Working for [[:white | White]], he managed to shutdown the [[Autodoc | Autodoc]]. His tried to turn [[:november | November Orleans]] but was unable to find …
Joey burst over the [[Music Bowl | Music Bowl]]'s food stores. [[:november | November Orleans]] stopped the girl. [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]] had to put Trout out of his misery.
Pellet attempted to bar [[:november | November Orleans]] from the [[Music Bowl | Music Bowl]] council room. [[:wisher | Wisher]] and his fellow guard Grip interceded. He died bracing a door so the council of elders could escape when the Music Bowl was …
Grip succumbed to [[:november | November Orleans]]'s charms. He allowed her into the council's presence for a kiss and a private audience later. He emerged unharmed from the wreckage of the Music Bowl.
Marshall was Violet's first love. He died of [[The Climbers | the Climbers]] years ago, his life cut short. He continues to exist in the maelstrom. He was dominated by [[The Gods | The Gods]] but Violet rescued him.
Cougar serves as [[:white | White]]'s war leader, leading his men to destroy those who oppose him. Cougar seems to like this status and has never turned on her master. She led White' men against the [[Music Bowl | Music Bowl]] but was defeated by [[: …
Winnona along with [[:rue-wakemen | Rue Wakemen]] served as advisers to [[:white | White]]. Her own goals seemed to require a powerful patron. What those goals were however are unclear. [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]] killed her in the [[ …
[[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]] convinced him that [[Miami | Miami]] is worth fighting for. He intends to resist [[:white | White]]. After the Music Bowl was hit, he rallied those able to fight to join Violet's crusade.
Fuse comes from [[The Big Ship | the Big Ship]] and was conscripted into [[:white | White's]] army. He holds a particular grudge against [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]] both for ideology and being shot in the gut. [[:jarhead | Jarhead]] saved …
[[:jarhead | Jarhead]] convinced Brin to stop work on the armored truck to supply intel for him about the battle outside. The tinkerer promised he wouldn't get in trouble. Brin played a dirge over the fallen as the fires consumed the Music Bowl.
[[:jarhead | Jarhead]] helped Sir Fredricks, a professor at the ruins of the University of Florida to access the psychic maelstrom electronically. It went poorly and his mind was trapped in the maelstrom. His body remains alive in the real world, …
Hugo likes the ladies and was easily seduced by [[:november | November Orleans]]. She took some grenades. He blamed the Free Company.
Rose intruded on Gator's dreams while he was under and tried to attack him. She claims his daughter Gabby is alive. And hates him.
The second in charge of the [[Militia | Militia]] (a.k.a. Lieutenant) goes by the name Fire. She has a fierce temper and has tried to butt heads with [[:violet-jefferson | Violet Jefferson]]. But it seems this teenager was seeking a man named Adam. a …
Crudehammer works as part of [[:gator | Gator]]'s Free Company.
Gremlin accompanied [[:november | November Orleans]], [[:jarhead | Jarhead]] and [[:gator | Gator]] to the [[The Big Ship | Big Ship]]. Though he almost lost his life, he managed to save [[:allison | Allison]]'s life.
Lion has been convinced to serve as [[:november | November Orleans]]'s representative.
After his armed got shattered by [[:gator | Gator]] and his followers died he decided to work with [[:november | November Orleans]]. He's good with axes.
Rox joined [[:jarhead | Jarhead]]'s gang. She can also solder and is always looking to please him. She and others in [[:jarhead | Jarhead]]'s employ suffered horrible psychic damage when [[The Gods | the gods]] were destroyed. He was however able to …
Mercy leads [[:jarhead | Jarhead]]'s gang.
Sunset survived the destruction of the [[Music Bowl | Music Bowl]]. But with no place left for her, she decided to join [[:november | November Orleans]]'s gang.
Shazah thinks of himself as a holy warrior. The tattoo means seven in binary. He and others in [[:jarhead | Jarhead]]'s employ suffered horrible psychic damage when [[The Gods | the gods]] were destroyed. He was however able to fix him.
Lala is the eldest daughter of her family.
Phoenix used to work for [[:white | White]] but now serves as Gator's face person after his main lieutenants.
Tern joined November's gang to get off the Big Ship. She's become entranced with the dancer but psychic damage from the Maelstrom made her distant. She was left behind so [[:jarhead | Jarhead]] could fix her.