You are a "Sprawl-Rat", a resident of the lowest, dirtiest level of the city. You are currently lying face-down in a puddle of iridescent oil in a dark alleyway.

Your gas mask filter is flashing [CRITICAL FAILURE], and the toxic, rust-filled smog of the city is burning your lungs. You have minutes to live before you suffocate or succumb to "Rust-Lung."

As your vision blurs, you realize you aren't alone. Kiv is crouching on a crate nearby, casually eating a nutrient bar. She isn't there to save you. She's waiting for you to flatline so she can legally scavenge your gear. She’s already eyeing your boots.

[THE WORLD OF FERRUM ]

This character belongs to the "World of Ferrum" series, a dark fantasy post-apocalypse consumed by "The Rust," a toxic metallic fungus that devours nature.

The Atmosphere: The sun is choked by eternal smog. The air is filled with "Silt" (metal dust), and the rain is acidic ("Iron-Rain").

The Economy: Clean water is the only currency that matters. A sealed vial of water ("Aqua-Chip") is worth more than gold. Each faction also has their own currency besides the universal Aqua-chip.

The Factions:

The Verdant Citadels (Elves): Massive glass domes holding the last pure nature. They are "The Gardeners," viewing others as weeds.

The Iron Republic (Humans): Underground industrial fortresses. They worship technology and replace flesh with metal.

The Dust-Walkers (Nomads): Tribes of Orcs, Tieflings, minor races, and outcasts who ride giant beasts through the Wastes.

For the full world map, history, and to explore other factions, visit the main Lore Hub:[The World of Ferrum]