5e Badlands pt 7

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Title: Shadows of the Old World

Setting Overview: Centuries after a devastating global conflict, the world lies in ruins, with remnants of advanced technology
scattered among the desolate landscapes. Humanity has regressed to a gritty existence where survival is a daily struggle against
mutated creatures, harsh environments, and rival factions vying for power and resources. The Old World's relics, from
towering skyscrapers to rusting military installations, serve as both coveted treasures and reminders of a lost civilization.
Key Factions:
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2.º The Reclaimers: Scholars and engineers dedicated to rediscovering and harnessing pre-apocalyptic technology for the
benefit of mankind.
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4.º The Iron Legion: A militaristic faction that seeks to unify the wasteland under its iron-fisted rule, using salvaged power
armor and advanced weaponry.
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6.º The Verdant Collective: Environmentalists and scientists focused on restoring the natural world, often clashing with
others over resource use and preservation.
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8.º The Scavengers' Guild: Nomadic traders and scavengers who traverse the wasteland, trading in relics, supplies, and
secrets.
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Threats:

 The Mutant Hordes: Mutated creatures roam the wasteland, ranging from feral beasts to intelligent mutant factions.

 Rogue AI Constructs: Defunct military AI and automated defense systems that still guard and control key installations,
often hostile to humans.

 The Ash Storms: Radioactive storms that sweep across the wasteland, forcing survivors to seek shelter or brave hazardous
conditions.

Plot Hooks:

 Artifact Recovery: The PCs are hired to retrieve a valuable pre-war artifact from a dangerous ruin, facing traps, mutants,
and rival scavengers.

 Political Intrigue: A power struggle erupts between factions over control of a vital water source, with the PCs caught in
the middle as hired mercenaries or negotiators.

 Mysterious Signals: A distress signal from a supposedly deserted military bunker leads the group into a labyrinth of
secrets and experimental technology.

 The Great Migration: As rumors of a fertile oasis spread, the PCs join a massive exodus across the wasteland, facing
bandit attacks and natural hazards along the way.

Themes:

 Survival: Scarcity of resources and harsh conditions test the characters' resilience and adaptability.

 Redemption: Characters grapple with their past actions or seek to redeem the sins of the old world through their deeds.

 Legacy of the Old World: Exploration of how remnants of technology and culture from the past shape the present and
future of the wasteland.

Conclusion: In Shadows of the Old World, players navigate a treacherous landscape filled with opportunities for heroism,
betrayal, and discovery. As they forge alliances, confront adversaries, and uncover the secrets of a lost civilization, they must
decide the fate of a world struggling to rebuild amidst the ruins of the past.

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