Maria MacKenzie

Maria Mackenzie is a seasoned healer and mentor, known for her extensive knowledge of medicine and her affiliation with the clandestine faction known as the "Spider's Den." With silver-streaked hair and wise, compassionate eyes, Maria exudes an aura of experience and resilience.
== Biography ==
=== Backstory ===
Maria Mackenzi grew up in the rugged wilderness of British Columbia, Canada, where survival skills were essential. Born into a family of hunters and gatherers, she learned at a young age how to navigate the treacherous terrain and forage for food and medicinal plants. Her affinity for nature and her inherent curiosity led her to explore the depths of the wilderness, constantly seeking knowledge and new experiences.
As she ventured further into adulthood, Maria found herself drawn to the darker side of survival. She discovered the clandestine world of the Spider Den, a notorious and secretive faction known for their skills in assassination and bounty hunting. Intrigued by their mystique and enticed by the prospect of honing her lethal abilities, Maria joined their ranks.
Under the tutelage of seasoned assassins and poison experts within the Spider Den, Maria immersed herself in the art of stealth, manipulation, and toxicology. Her keen intellect and unwavering determination propelled her to become a highly regarded poison expert within the faction. She learned the delicate craft of crafting deadly concoctions, utilizing rare plants and lethal substances to neutralize her targets.
Years passed, and Maria's reputation as a skilled assassin grew throughout the nation. By the time she reached the age of 62, she had become a respected member of the Spider Den, feared by her enemies and revered by her allies. However, Maria felt a yearning for something more than a life steeped in darkness and death.
=== 2156 ===
It was during one of her covert missions that Maria stumbled upon a wounded father being carried by a young woman, that girl's name was Katelyn Nevin. After healing her father, Maria noticed the potential within Katelyn and recognizing her innate intelligence, passion for medicine and genuine curiosity for Maria's Medical skill, Maria took it upon herself to become Katelyn's mentor and guide.
Maria found herself growing attached to Katelyn in a way she had never expected. The young woman reminded Maria of her own daughter, who had been taken from her years ago in tragic circumstances. Katelyn's resilience and determination reminded Maria of her lost child, and she couldn't help but see a glimmer of hope and new beginnings in her.
Maria dedicated herself wholeheartedly to teaching Katelyn everything she knew about medicine, from the intricacies of anatomy to the art of diagnosis and treatment. She shared her vast knowledge of medicinal herbs, remedies, and techniques, instilling in Katelyn the importance of empathy, compassion, and the sacredness of life. In Maria's eyes, Katelyn became more than just a protégé; She cherished the opportunity to watch Katelyn blossom into a compassionate and skilled healer, knowing that her legacy would live on through her.
=== Date of Death ===
The year is 2163, at the age of 67 Maria Mackenzi, commonly known has Doctor Maria, is killed by Ginevene Allistar, commonly known has White Lady, in texas.
After Maria was betrayed by her former ally and used has bait for Katelyn Nevin, Maria was forcefully placed in a convoy with a bomb on her left ankle. She was forced to go beyond a wall of sandstorm along side Katelyn, Kaden Nevin and a few members of Blue Helmets. to retrieve an item. Not long after finding the item White Lady was looking for, Ginevene triggered the explosion has a fear tactic against the rest of Blue Helmets who didn't followed Katelyn. The explosion caused was powerful enough to kill Maria in an instant, knocking out a few of the unfortunates enough to be close to her at the time and mortally wounding Katelyn. Soon after nothing was left of who we once called "Doctor Maria".
Category:Wastelanders
Category:Status : Deceased