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The Atomic Punk
Wanderer
Original Character by Trekkie; Story by The Atomic Punk
“The docket says to expect another 200,000 prisoners… is this correct?â€
“It’s not correct, Warden, it’s accurate. There is rumor that the prisoners will overrun the operation.â€
“And they will what? Overrun the station, and operate the terraformers?â€
“Warden! These are spies and saboteurs… yes, they will destroy our colonies.â€
“Colonies? What are you suggesting?â€
“There are civilians on this rock. Let me show you.â€
“No… what… was this approved?â€
“Warden, please… I mapped the settlements.â€
“So, these blue X-marks are…â€
“Colonies… albeit unsanctioned… and innocent.â€
“These red dots are the labor camps?â€
“Which are about unleash hell on this world.â€
“Sons of b!tches, all of you!â€
“Warden, what next? What do you suggest?â€
“I have no choice. I have to warn them.â€
“Reports are already in. Operation 8… 3… 2… 12… implosions… it has begun! Please, go now!â€
“Let’s move!â€
“No, I have to try to save… suit up… the atmosphere is thin… protect yourself. Save the colonists.â€
“With this flimsy paper chart?â€
“Whatever you must do! I trust my information. Village to village… please! This is all wrong. The first bombs are falling. I’m sorry.â€
“Yes, you’re right. I am the Warden. I have sworn to protect the innocent from the guilty. Hand me your blade.â€