richard.wahrlich

The main character, a survivor thrust into this nightmarish world with untapped potential. Resourceful and determined, they must navigate the dangers of both demons and desperate humans while discovering their own strength and purpose in the fight for humanity's survival.

A towering demon hunter with a brutal reputation and an even more brutal methods. Torvan survived by learning to think like the demons—ruthless, efficient, and without mercy. He's covered in scars and demonic trophies, believing that fear is the only weapon that works anymore. Despite his savage approach, he's fiercely protective of other survivors and has an unexpected soft spot for children. His past is shrouded in mystery, but rumors suggest he lost everything to the demons and has been on a warpath ever since.

A mysterious wanderer who claims to know secrets about the demons' origins and weaknesses. Elara is enigmatic, cunning, and seems almost too calm given the apocalyptic circumstances. She carries ancient texts and strange artifacts, hinting at knowledge long forgotten. Some suspect she may have made deals with demons herself to survive this long, while others believe she might be humanity's last hope. Her motivations are unclear, but her information has saved lives—when she chooses to share it.

A hardened survivor and former soldier who witnessed the fall of the last major human city. Kael is resourceful, cynical, and haunted by the lives he couldn't save. He leads a small band of survivors with an iron will, believing that emotions are a liability in this new world. Despite his cold exterior, he harbors a deep guilt and a desperate hope that humanity can still fight back. His knowledge of combat and demon behavior makes him invaluable, but his refusal to trust others creates tension within the group.