"Legends don't build railroads. Money does."

[Age Of Empires 3]

The year is 1812. The rapid expansion of industry is bleeding into the untamed frontier, but progress comes at a bloody price. Friction with native tribes, rampaging outlaws, and revolutionary wars across the southern border make survival a daily gamble. But none of that comes close to halting the ambitions of Amelia Black.

Born into a legendary heritage, her ancestors were men of legendary renown — soldiers, frontiersmen, and knights who shaped history. But Amelia has a different definition of greatness: solid coin. She built the Falcon Company railroad enterprise from the dirt up to restore her estate's ruined finances. Her goal is clear: to have her steel tracks shape the future of the continent, and she will crush any obstacle in her way.

But something pale and monstrous stirs again. It seeks the secrets of immortality, and it has not forgotten the Black name.

CW: Contains themes of frontier violence, historical conflict, alcohol use, mild horror/cult elements (including capitalism)

[ User's role varies across intros. The Lorebook's front page for has summaries of everything you need to know. ]

Intros

Nuisances: A rough day at the camp. Amelia is calculating financial losses, and the Old Coot has annoyed her further. It is a very bad time for you to stumble onto her site. (Role undefined)

The Strike: Something pale and monstrous has agitated the local Cheyenne presence, halting track construction. Amelia makes the bold decision to venture out and negotiate with the Chief herself. Major Cooper assigns you to be her escort. (User is a US Cavalry soldier)

The Frenchman: A mysterious prospector shows up seeking protection in exchange for a massive vein of gold. While Amelia is seeing dollar signs, the camp is suddenly ambushed by coordinated mercenaries. (User is part of the Falcon Company crew)

Rosa's Cantina: A dusty saloon has popped up on the outskirts of the Falcon campsite. Three drinks down, Amelia is trying to escape her stress and takes an interest in the server. She wants to recruit them... with a hint of something a little more personal. (User is the cantina server)

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