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Founder's Mesa

As the Vertansion Empire cemented its control of the world, they established shrines and other strange constructs to service them. One of these facilities saw them hollow out an entire mesa though the empire fell before its true purpose could be revealed. In the ensuing decades the mesa was settled by Dragoons, notably the Alpha Clan.

As time wore on they built up the mesa, converting it into a massive military headquarters. Dubbed Founder’s Mesa by Chieftain Charles Bloomer I, it would soon become an unflinching symbol of the Alpha Clan’s power and dominance.

Taller than anything else for miles around, visitors cannot help but have their eyes drawn to it. But despite the natural beauty of the formation it is now a seething mass of automated defenses and checkpoints, a pure bastion of Dragoon might.
Pantry

Pantry is a human who works as a Freelancer in the Northern Reach.

## Early Life

Very little is known about Pantry's younger years. All that is known is that at some point he became a mute, only communicating in facial expressions and grunts. At some point he also gained the nickname "Pantry" for his habit of constantly eating.

## Freelancer

Pantry was part of the group who broke out of prison with Kallen. Since then he has followed her and remains fiercely loyal to her.

## Media

* Pantry is portrayed by Jose Walters Rangitihi in the microfilm *Brawl in Bakersfield.*
Rubber Chicken

The **Rubber Chicken** is a toy chicken owned by Ciel. They were a Christmas present from Eiríkur. They first appear in The World Needs More Trans Cuties and they are the star of the comic *Ultra Chicken Fun-Time Super Special*.

## Appearance

The Rubber Chicken has a yellow body with bright red giblets. They often appear as an incidental detail in strips since their debut, as Ciel often carries them around and plays with them.
Jessica Bloomer

Jessica Bloomer is a Dragoon of the Alpha Clan. She is the only daughter of Chieftain David Bloomer and Annapurna Bloomer and the younger sister of Jeremy Bloomer. Jessica is also a member of the Dogma Enterprises sponsored Fafner Squad.

## Early Life

As the third child of the Chieftain, Jessica managed to dodge the same level of expectations as those placed on her older brothers. From her infancy into her academy days she consistently held a snarky and irreverent view of both her family and her position. Instructors frequently would chastise her for failing to comply or worse for mocking exercises.

By the time she graduated from the academy she had already attained a reputation as the "black sheep" of the Bloomer household. This was only amplified by her love of raucous drinking and libertine romantic relationships.

## Grim Squad

Following graduation, her first posting was into Grim Squad where she saw action squelching corporate corruption. One such assignment found her defending an envoy from Dogma Enterprises from assassination. The mission ultimately ended in success and her sarcastic temperament charmed the Dogma representative. Jessica would seemingly become involved with the corporate agent which pressured headquarters to reassign the squad.

This reassignment would see Grim Squad dispatched to the Northern Reach not only to reinforce Alpha Clan dispositions in Shah but also to neutralize mutant packs threatening corporate mining operations. Despite her cynicism Jessica always made a good account of herself in combat and was even suggested for promotion till she purposely sabotaged it.

## Fafner Squad

With Kingler Industries moving forward with their plans for a sponsored Dragoon squad, Dogma Enterprises quickly jumped on the bandwagon as not to be outdone. Still fondly remembering her time with Jessica, the envoy from Dogma requests her placement in the newly formed Dogma squad: Fafner Squad. Deployed almost entirely for field studies of various plasma weaponry and for propaganda purposes, the squad catapults Jessica into the limelight as a near celebrity. Unlike her brother Vincent, known for his tactical prowess, Jessica becomes famous for uncouth behavior.

When her father announces that Jeremy will be elevated to Chieftain for the invasion, pressure is put on her to tone down her antics and glib lifestyle. Jessica refuses though she does reign in her behavior slightly after a long conversation with Jeremy. Due to its capabilities and notoriety, Fafner Squad is immediately chosen to participate in the Invasion of Roommenor.
Orion

Orion is the name of an assault type Guardian built during the War of a Century.

Deemed somewhat brash for his species, Orion seems to find joy from the thick of battle. Mentored by Hussar he is trained extensively in close quarters combat. Frequently dismissed as a warmonger by older Guardians, Orion finds himself often serving in second tier operations with Pulsar. The two form a close bond which sees them through to the end of the war.

Orion is an extremely vocal advocate of Divider's execution following the surrender and even begins a campaign to oust Aquila for his leniency. Hussar is quick to squelch his former apprentice's machinations, the two still on strong terms.

With the Dragoon Invasion, the alliance with Galad Administration, and especially the death of Hussar, Orion becomes a staunch supporter of Pulsar's isolationist and radical agenda.

## Armament

* Heated Falchion x2 - Hand Carried
* 13mm Machine Pistol - Hand Carried
* 9mm APR - Hip Mounted
* 66mm Rocket Pod - Hip Mounted
Madison

**Madison** is a friend and neighbor of Ciel.

## Appearance

Madison is tall, and has fairly short brown hair that is flicked out at the ends. She has a somewhat narrow face and a pointed nose.

## Personality

Madison appears to not like her ideas being challenged, as she acts affronted when she is told the way she talks is invalidating.

## Relationships

### Ciel

Ciel and Madison are neighbors, and Ciel at one point describes Madison as their best friend.

### Stephie

After Ciel outs Stephie as trans to Madison, Stephie does not want to talk to Madison anymore, and Madison is put off by this. When Stephie tries to tell Madison that she was not "born a boy", Madison calls Stephie rude.

## Trivia

Madison is not a fan of the game "Pokémon Go", as seen in Comic 241.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 http://www.assignedmale.com/comic/2015/9/8/3gyqbgmeexitaah316ybbru5yun9vr
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 http://www.assignedmale.com/comic/2015/9/8/lns1v0zkwl1cqcsoxg3g3u1pitba84
Catfish Dinner

*Catfish Dinner* is an upcoming short film set in the Dragoon Universe. It was written by Michael Ortiz and directed by Iain Carson. *Catfish Dinner* follows a young man new to the Northern Reach and a seasoned freelancer who takes him under her wing.

## Cast

* Brittany Faith Rosoff as Cecily Fairchild
* David Synder as Ronah
* Sean Parks as Bollman
* Jeramy Felch as Gunner
Eastern Reach

Forming the north eastern expanse of the Northern Continent, the Eastern Reach has traditionally been some of the most sought after land.  More fertile and developed than the Northern and Western Reaches, the Eastern Reach also has the uncharacteristic trait of having very little territory touching the Barren-Lands.  Decades saw most of it under the banner of the Zeta Clan though following their fall large portions were occupied by the now dominate Alpha Clan.  Areas not held by the Dragoons have long been under corporate control, many industrial hubs located within the boundaries.
War of a Century

+ Dismantling of his forces

+Continental reconstruction

The War of a Century was a military conflict that ravaged Roommenor from 788 to 873 AF. The fighting primarily saw hostilities between the Galad Administration and their Guardian allies against the collective forces of the renegade Guardian, Divider. Manipulated by Malkeris, Divider wished to dominate the continent and punish his fellow Guardians for not respecting him. It's name was coined during the conflict itself due to the idea that the war would possibly see no end, many combatants and their offspring knowing no other state of the world than the conflict.

Divider ultimately capitulates and is pardoned by the ruling Guardian, Aquila. Though the decision is respected it is wildly unpopular and sparks considerable debate. The war's end sees a period of vibrant reconstruction in Roommenor known as the Years of Jubilee.
Kyle Bloomer

Kyle Bloomer is a Dragoon of the Alpha Clan and the youngest child of Chieftain David Bloomer. He is a member of Scimitar Squad. Kyle is later killed while fighting in Roommenor.

## Early Life

As the youngest of the ruling Bloomer family, Kyle had a lot to live up to. This immediately put enormous pressure on him and would see the rather shy, insecure Kyle suffer from bullying and stress. His days in the academy were tortuous, everyone from fellow cadets to instructors seemingly deriving pleasure in making Kyle's life miserable. During those years he clung strongly to his sister, Jessica. Desperate to emulate her cavalier attitude.

Unfortunately Kyle was never able to let go of his insecurities, most following him when he graduates from the academy and is placed in Scimitar Squad.

## Scimitar Squad

Scimitar Squad is deployed to the Southern Reach in anticipation of the Invasion of Roommenor. There they are responsible for neutralizing pockets of White Horse loyalists. During these actions Kyle manages to make a good account of himself though even the praise of his sergeant isn't enough to assuage his self- doubt.

With his brother Jeremy's ascension to Chieftain, Kyle once more becomes the victim of bullying and prejudice, especially when Jeremy is unpopular amongst veteran Dragoons. With the assassination of his eldest brother, Kyle's self confidence reaches an all time low and he contemplates suicide, an act that is only stopped by the intervention of Jessica.

Jessica agrees to keep it a secret and encourages Kyle to dismiss the opinions of others. Though he tries, he is never quite successful at it. Despite her promise, Jessica informs Jeremy of their younger brother's struggles.

## Invasion

Kyle and Scimitar Squad are among the second wave into Roommenor and participate in the bitter fighting around the Victoria Forest. They later are garrisoned on the Invasion Line, often chosen to execute assaults through no-man's-land and into rebel territory. Once again Kyle proves himself a capable and competent Dragoon. Eager to make sure his brother is doing well, Jeremy keeps tabs on Scimitar Squad and frequently invites Kyle to visit him at the headquarters. The siblings slowly grow closer as Kyle becomes one of the only people Jeremy can be honest with.

Roughly two years after the launch of the invasion, the Guardian: Osprey, makes an attack on a Alpha Clan supply depot along the western coast of Roommenor. Scimitar Squad is there providing onsite security and though Kyle and his comrades fight well they are no match for Osprey and are ultimately killed.
Battle of Hill 253.5

The Battle of Hill 253.5 was a conflict during the era of White Horse's military interventions. During that time, White Horse was frequently called upon to deal with the University. Tired of the endless cat and mouse game White Horse command devised a plan to deal the technophile cult a crippling blow.

Reconnaissance located what was believed to be an underground complex belonging to the University, the exterior portion of the compound situated on what was dubbed “Hill 253.5”. Organizing a large joint assault, White Horse attacked the facility in the predawn hours.

However, what initial surveys had failed to identify was that the complex also served as the University’s primary weapons laboratory and housed thousands of its war machines. The resulting battle was a slaughter on both sides, the University eventually emerging victorious. Having suffered horrendous casualties White Horse retreated, leaving the facility alone for almost six months.

When they did return it was with a vengeance: the entire 30th Armored Brigade launching a full attack on the hill. The University struggled to defend its compound with the same strategies that had worked six months ago but the White Horse commanders had learned from their previous blunder and ultimately annihilated the defenders.
Cult of Porrodso

The Cult of Porrodso is a cult that was formed sometime around 500 AF in the Northern Reach. There is little known about their origins and little written history of the cult. In more recent days, they have small chapters all over the Northern Continent. Actual membership is hard to track, due to the organization being very secretive and elusive.

The cult believes that Porrodso (aka. God) created this world as a layer of Hell. They believe that the Fall was not actually an event, but more of a metaphor for death. They believe that when wicked/evil Humans die, they are reborn in this world as punishment. Similarly, they believe that Dragoons are actually Fallen Angels sent here as punishment for disobeying or disrespecting Porrodso in any way. They claim its the most logical reason for a Dragoon's super-human abilities and desire to rule over humanity. They refuse to acknowledge that Guardians actually exist, rather believing that the Dragoons simply use the idea of Guardians to instill fear in Humans.

The cult teaches its followers to stay quiet about their beliefs and activities, fearing the ramifications if the world learned the truth about itself. Membership includes a wide range of people, from corporate executives to Northern Reach scrappers. There have been rumors that membership has even included Dragoons on occasion.

Although the cult mainly tries to avoid the public eye, they are also known for their vigilantism. They believe that people are to redeem themselves to Porrodso in this world, so they will occasionally target those they believe continue to conduct evil deeds. These people are described as being unworthy of Porrodso's grace. Their bodies are usually mutilated in a way to reflect the evil they committed. For example, in the Northern Reach a member was raped multiple times by her father as a young girl, so the cult had him killed and dismembered. They also tend to cut the eyes out of victims, claiming that the victim does not deserve to see Porrodso in the next world.

They refer to themselves as the "True Followers of Porrodso," feeling disrespected by being called a cult.
Zaibatsu

Zaibatsu refers to a corporation that is a massive conglomerate, holding monopolistic or near-monopolistic control over multiple markets. Zaibatsus are so powerful that they can ignore the law, possess their own heavily armed (often military-sized) private armies, be the operator of a privatized police force, hold "sovereign" territory, and even act as outright governments. They often exercise a large degree of control over their employees, taking the idea of "corporate culture" to an extreme.
Fall of Kingston

Home to a large automotive plant, the city-state of Kingston was a proud supporter of White Horse and attributed roughly thirty percent of all their fighting vehicles. All this would change when the Zealot Horde fell upon the city. Due the defenses and the garrison within Kingston, the governing body did not take the Zealot threat all too seriously. However, five days later the city would fall and having issued no evacuation notice all those who dwelled within its walls were slaughtered. This revealed to the world the savage might of the Zealots and saw subsequent city-states bulking up defenses and organizing emergency plans
Operation Cyprus

Operation Cyprus is the code name for the attack plan orchestrated by Warlord Fredrick Hesik to use nuclear warheads against Mount Reverence.

Conceived and implemented without the Chieftain’s knowledge though it is believed the operation was not only known but supported by majority of the Alpha Clan high command. News of the operation was discovered by the resistance who quickly passed it along to the Guardians. Cyprus was ultimately stopped by Osprey and Warlord Hesik was briefly incarcerated for attempting to use Taboo.
Western Reach

Lying beside the Barren-Lands the Western Reach despite having many cities and corporate factories still has a sense of danger to it, the threat of marauders and mutants ever present to small settlements and convoys.  As a result it is also one the most profitable locations for freelancers and many free agencies either are established here or
set up shop, hoping to garner rewards from the potential chaos.
Noabi Tribe

The Noabi Tribe are a nomadic people who have lived for generations passing back and forth between the Western Reach and the Barren-Lands. Due to this they are extremely skilled in desert living as well as fighting mutants. The Noabi own no territory but consider the oasis on their travels sacred as it is the only means for their communities to resupply. This has led to confrontations over the years with corporations who typically will lay claim to oasis, as a means to generate more profit and to weaken their competition.

One particularly tense clash attracts the attention of White Horse who in turn dispatches their golden child, Cassandra Volice to resolve the issue and hopefully garner indebtedness from the corporation. However Cassandra is sympathetic to the plight of the Noabi and sides with them, the result almost causing the deployed White Horse troops to be drawn into a fight with the corporate soldiers. Concerns about the oasis vanish when a Zealot war-band attacks. Forced to fight alongside both corporate security and the White Horse unit the Noabi are impressed with Casandra's battle prowess and unflagging spirit.

Some Noabi propagate a rumor that Cassandra is in fact a reincarnation of their sun goddess and it quickly catches on. Eventually one of the gathered chiefs, Saracen, pledges his family to her service, the most elite coming to act as her personal bodyguards. Many more conservative Noabi view this as a betrayal of their people's lifestyle and refuse to associate with them any longer.

Some believe they are distant relatives of Zealots.
Three of Spades

A celebrity mercenary team comprised exclusively of three women. The members might have changed over the years but it is still dedicated to filling the tabloids and blogs with juicy and exciting stories. Most hard lined freelancers view them with disdain, attention craving phonies who draw contracts away from more qualified contractors. However that won’t stop most from having a poster of them hanging up somewhere.
Pegasus

Pegasus is the name of an assault type Guardian built during the early years of the War of a Century.

Somewhat reserved compared to many of his counterparts, Pegasus was known for being seen and not heard, only choosing to speak on rare occasions. Initially mentored by Wolfhound until the older Guardian discards him to follow Divider, Pegasus finds himself operating relatively alone for a portion of the war. Later he befriends Pulsar and Draco who seem to appreciate his reserved personality.

Pegasus serves during the final assault on Divider's headquarters, witnessing Draco's death by the rogue Guardian's hands. As a result he is one of many who advocates Divider's execution following the surrender. He becomes more withdrawn during the Years of Jubilee, frequently avoiding the company of humans.

Following the Dragoon Invasion and subsequent alliance with the Galad Administration, Pegasus becomes a staunch supporter of Pulsar's isolationist and radical agenda.

## Armament

* Plasma Pistol x2 - Hand Carried
* Linear Accelerator Cannon - Shoulder Mounted
* 9mm APR - Hip Mounted
* Energy Sword - Stored In Forearm Armor
Fallen

During the War of a Century, Divider desperately sought a way to construct his own variant of Guardians. Using all the assistance Malkeris could offer and performing extensive studies on Com-Stats and destroyed Guardians they built a variety of trials however they could not replicate the SOUL Reactor. In addition any of the models that were barely comparable to Guardians were too costly for heavy production. As a result Divider downgraded the designs to enable mass production.

The models produced were viewed as travesties by their Guardian adversaries, proof that Divider had forsaken all he once revered. As a result there were labeled “Fallen”, beings that had been cast from paradise.

Nonetheless thousands were produced during the War of a Century, serving anywhere that Divider’s influence reached. Following his surrender many of the higher functioning Fallen pledged their allegiance to the Grand Council and were colloquially renamed “Risen”. A few surviving Fallen found themselves serving in Wolfhound’s Rebellion and any others were destroyed during the Dragoon Invasion.

During the Alpha Clan occupation of Roommenor the need arose for the Dragoons to supplement their forces with disposable weapons that were effective against Guardians. After contemplating several options they chose to resurrect the Fallen production line, though the stripped the machines of their sentience to ensure compliance.
Owen Perkins

Owen Perkins was a loyal member of the Dye-Tech Corporation's Security Forces and an admirer of the Alpha Clan.

## Early Life

Owen grew up in the Southern Reach to a family who pledged allegiance to the Alpha Clan. Both of his parents worked for the Dye-Tech Corporation, and he was brought up to believe in the mission statements of both the corporation and the clan.

He was vigilant in his efforts to prove himself. Even before he could enlist in Dye-Tech's Security Forces, he trained every day to be the best soldier he could be. He enlisted the first day he was eligible.

## Dye-Tech

Perkins scored high during his early training in Dye-Tech's army. He volunteered for an assignment in the Northern Reach, seeking out combat.

He served very well, receiving high accolades during his service.

## Media

* Perkins will be portrayed by Luke Walton in the upcoming short film *Ascendance*.
Dalton

Dalton was a human who worked as a Freelancer in the Northern Reach. He was also an on-again, off-again member of Kallen's gang.

## Early Life

Dalton was born in the Southern Reach. He was brought up by two loving, wealthy parents. For the most part, they kept him sheltered from the harsh realities of the world they lived in. He developed a fun, humorous personality.

Although he was raised with a silver spoon in his mouth, he became a bit bored with his lifestyle. Much to his parents' dismay, he started taking odd jobs as a teenager. What started as innocent side jobs slowly evolved into illegal activities.

At the age of 17, he joined a small group of Freelancers to hijack a caravan. His parents found out and gave him a harsh scolding, threatening to disown him if he were to continue the way he was going. He didn't take the threats seriously, and soon after he found himself kicked out of his home. He took it in stride, joining up with the same group and heading north.

## Freelancer

Dalton made his way towards the Northern Reach, eventually meeting Kallen and joining her gang. Keeping him around for his talents, Kallen tended to find Dalton's sense of humor quite annoying. This would lead to her repeatedly kicking him out of her gang, then later allowing him to rejoin.

## Media

* Dalton will be portrayed by Jeremy Marwick in the upcoming short film *Brawl in Bakersfield*.
Roommenor

Roommenor is the name given to the continent of Australia by the Vertansions.  For over a century the landmass served as the empire’s capital and after the regime toppled it became one of the most prosperous parts of the world, overseen by the Guardians.  Due to political conflicts, water currents, storms, and nests of deep coilers Roommenor has remained somewhat isolated whether to its blessing or curse.
Reiner Mitchell

Reiner Mitchell was a human who served as a member of Dye Technologies' Security Forces, then later worked as a Freelancer in the Northern and Western Reaches.

## Early Life

Reiner Mitchell was born in the Southern Reach to Gregory and Laurie Mitchell. Six years after he was born, he was given a younger sister, Sarah. Gregory and Laurie were well off and provided very comfortable lives for their children. They had well paying jobs with Dye-Tech and took good care of their kids.

Despite being noted as a kind and well-meaning kid, Reiner never showed any obvious talents or skills, and he scored less than average in all standardized tests given by Dye-Tech.

## Dye-Tech

Despite showing signs of being unsuited for such a job, the corporation assigned him to their Security Forces unit due to his low test scores and no where else to put him. He was given the easiest jobs and almost no responsibilities.

As he got a bit older, his parents continued to show disappointment in his lack of progress. Desperate to earn their approval and to set an example for his younger sister, he took a high risk security job for Dye-Tech in the Northern Reach. The position came with plenty of incentives such as higher pay, education opportunities, and more.

The job was labeled as high risk, but it felt more like babysitting. His unit was assigned to escort supply caravans between Dye-Tech facilities in the North, and generally speaking there was little to no action. In this way, he slid under the radar for several years.

This changed when multiple Dye-Tech caravans came under attack and were completely destroyed. The perpetrators allowed Mitchell to survive, so he was assigned to assist with the investigation. The experience was traumatic and eye-opening. It led to Mitchell abandoning his position with Dye-Tech, which caused his parents to sever all ties with him.

## Freelancer

Despite being unfit for combat during his years at Dye-Tech, his experience working the investigation hardened him, and he would eventually become a skilled fighter. Early on he signed on with a Freelancer crew looking for new recruits.

This particular crew took some very gritty jobs, and right away Mitchell continued to see the darker side of the world. After being forced to take part in some overly savage acts on the job, Mitchell abandoned the crew and set out on his own.

## Media

* Mitchell will be portrayed by Doug Brooks in the upcoming short film *Ascendance*.
* Brooks will reprise the role in the upcoming anthology film *Solitary Soldier*.
* Brooks will also reprise the role in the upcoming short film *Brawl in Bakersfield*.
Malkeris

One of the two beings to crash landed on our world during mankind’s self-induced apocalypse.

Of the two, Malkeris was more the scholar and found humans to be beautifully flawed creatures that he immediately pitied. Convincing Evangelion of humanity’s potential they set about developing a master race to guide and protect mankind. Enamored with the concept of free will, Malkeris mainly sought a solution in the field of organics.

Garnering a following due to his actions during the fall of the Vertansion Empire, Malkeris began realizing how strong man’s need for a god figure was. Becoming obsessed with this notion he pitches the concept of godhood to Evangelion but is rejected, leading to tensions rising between the two. Eventually it led to a drastic schism and Malkeris moved to the Western Reach and made his home in the Ivory Tower. It was here that he developed the chemical TXH and injected it into twenty-four of his more trusted followers, thus creating the first Dragoons.

Angered that Evangelion was continuing with his own work and programmed the Guardians with the directive to kill Dragoons, Malkeris began planning how destroy the Guardians and ultimately his former colleague. Scheming and manipulating he caused Divider to start the War of a Century.

However he failed to predict the breakdown of TXH in the Dragoons or the notion that free will also meant the choice not to worship him. As a result he began experimenting to create a new breed of Dragoon.

## Malkeris' Forces

Within the confines of the Ivory Tower Malkeris has a vast array of creatures at his beck and call. Each of these living experiments compiles decades of research conducted by Malkeris and will gladly give their lives in service to him. Many of these beings are considered so vile and freakish that they would never be viewed as acceptable in traditional society.
Dragoon Civil War

Beta Clan begins a policy of isolationism

Alpha Clan suffers a coup

Zeta Clan cements its empire

The Dragoon Civil War was an armed conflict that occurred between 788 and 796 AF involving the Alpha, Zeta, Beta, and Epsilon Dragoon Clans.

Spurred by decades of religious tension and corporate sponsorship, the war was the largest conflict to engulf the Northern Continent and the final conflict to embroil more than two Dragoon Clans.

Due to the deeds of Warlord Gregory Adolphus, the Zeta Clan emerges the victor, although this would lay the foundation for Alpha’s seething hatred toward them.

The Dragoon Civil War also shifted the status quo, causing Beta to increase isolation, Epsilon to begin reforming into a corporation, and set the precedent that no Clan would again be manipulated by a corporation.
Live-Action Adaptations

## Completed

### *Hot Casa* (2011)

Freelancer and scavenger Lucie Manette and her mutant companion Chuckles make their way across the unforgiving Barren-Lands.

### *Downward* (2014)

Set during the Alpha Clan occupation of Roommenor, *Downward* follows a soldier's widow who enlists the help of a Dragoon to locate the remains of her husband.

### *Ascendance* (2018)

A prequel to *Downward*. When the cost of mysterious attacks begin to stack up for the Dye-Tech Corporation, they request the assistance of the Alpha Clan.

### *Sanctuary* (2018)

Two freelancers hunting a bounty find themselves in a hostile environment.

### *Piece-A-Pie* (2018)

A recently arrested freelancer recounts the unfortunate sequence of events that brought her to her current predicament.

### *Solitary Soldier* (2018)

Years after the events of *Ascendance*, Mitchell finds himself distraught and struggling in his daily life.

### *Ragdoll* (2018)

A young woman is faced with a difficult decision that would affect both her professional career and her personal life.

### *Brawl in Bakersfield* (2018)

After the events of *Ascendance*, *Sanctuary*, *Piece-A-Pie*, and *Solitary Soldier*, a group of citizens of the Northern Reach all find themselves converging on the town of Bakersfield which can only end in a violent showdown.

## Upcoming

### *Catfish Dinner* (Post-Production)

*Catfish Dinner*follows a young man new to the Northern Reach and a seasoned freelancer who takes him under her wing.

### *Snipe Hunt* (Pre-Production)

*Snipe Hunt*, a prequel to *Catfish Dinner*, follows Cecily Fairchild as she assists a corporate cyborg in tracking a bounty.

## Canceled

### *Quarry* (2012)

A hefty bounty is placed on a Delta Dragoon. A small handful of mercenaries aim to claim the bounty, all believing its the gig of a lifetime.

### *Kinetic* (2016)

*Kinetic* followed the dysfunctional lives of some of the citizens of the Barren-Lands including Drake, Mack, Birk, Madison, Ratel, Rollo, and Bollman. The short was also set to feature an appearance from Elias Bok.
Vincent Bloomer

Vincent Bloomer is a Dragoon of the Alpha Clan. He is the oldest son of Chieftain David Bloomer and Annapurna Bloomer. During his time in the field he was sergeant of Garuda Squad. Shortly before the invasion of Roommenor he is assassinated by rogue elements within the Alpha Clan.

## Early Life

As the first child of the Chieftain, Vincent had something of a blessed childhood till his siblings arrived. Even from a young age he displayed a level of fortitude and maturity that impressed his relatives and instructors. In the academy he successfully met every challenge given to him and was typically lauded as a model Dragoon.

After graduating the academy he is placed in Archer Squad for a short spell before being promoted to sergeant and transferred to Garuda Squad.

## Garuda Squad

As sergeant of Garuda Squad, Vincent once more demonstrated the traits that had led to his acclaim during his cadet days. Time and again his squad would be placed in the toughest places and consistently they'd pull through due to his leadership and strategies. As his victories mount so does his popularity, making life unsuspectingly harder for his younger siblings.

With the launch of the Shah Campaign, Vincent insists Garuda Squad be in the forefront of the action and they become instrumental in cementing Alpha Clan control in the region. However as the campaign turns to anti-insurgent operations Vincent finds himself with a target on his back as the son of the Chieftain. Despite his own dismissal of the issue and added security around him, Vincent is still the victim of a suicide bombing. He survives but finds himself disabled from the waist down.

## Operation Achilles

Refusing cybernetic surgery to fix his nerve damage, Vincent is pulled off front line duty and placed instead into intelligence. One of his first tasks is to help pave the way for the Alpha Clan's destruction of the Zeta Clan, a operation later code-named: Achilles. Connecting with spies and turncoats such as Alexander Bryant, Vincent is able to lay the ground work for the operation. When Achilles is a massive success both he and the Chieftain are among the first lauded for it. For his work on the operation he is promoted to hauptmann.

## Later Career and Death

With the Zeta Clan removed all of Vincent's time becomes dedicated to helping plan the Invasion of Roommenor. He continues to work with Alexander Bryant which garners him some disdain among more conservative Dragoons and his popularity takes another dip when he supports his father's decision to elevate his younger brother Jeremy to Chieftain for the invasion. With the destined invasion looming, age old rivalries come unearthed some of which quickly sour into conspiracies. During a routine staff meeting Vincent and Alexander Bryant are both killed by a bomb. His death changes the way the Alpha Clan provides security for its nobility and sees the arrival of the Omega Clan to fill that niche.
Birk

Birk (born Carter Birk) is a known Freelancer and former marshal in the Barren-Lands. He is the previous partner of Lucie Manette and the oldest sibling in the Birk family.

## Early Life

Born the eldest of a family of nine children, Birk is the only male child. From a young age he was tasked by his parents to help care for his siblings and started work as a water carrier on his ninth birthday.

## Service as Marshal

During his teen years Birk was recruited by Sydney to be a marshal and began using his newfound authority to further assist his siblings and now sickly parents.

As a marshal Birk is fair and loyal, striving constantly to better the lives of those living in the Barren-Lands.

Following an unspecified violent incident Birk becomes disfigured and has a falling out with Sydney, becoming disenfranchised with being a marshal.

## Work as a Freelancer

   Using the skills gained during his tenure as a marshal, Birk turns to being a hiring gun; quickly teaming up with Lucie Manette. Together they work small jobs throughout the Barren-Lands until their handiwork attracts the attention of the Gaiden Corporation. When Gaiden places a bounty on Lucie's head, Birk quickly breaks ties with her and even sets out to collect; still eager for any cash that will help his siblings.

## Media

* Birk was portrayed by Brandon Caldwell in the 2012 short film *Hot Casa*.
* Birk was set to be portrayed by Chris Robinson in the unfinished 2016 short film *Kinetic*.
Mount Reverence

A solitary peak on Roommenor and originally serving as a supply depot in the Vertansion Empire, Mount Reverence has been a significant landmark for centuries.  Following the collapse of the empire, Evangelion settled the mountain and built the Com-Tower Factory deep in the heart of it.  Convinced Malkeris would be hunting him he heavily fortified Mount Reverence ultimately turning the mountain into a seemingly invincible bulwark.

From then it has served as the home of the Guardians and the Grand Council.  During both the War of a Century and subsequent Dragoon Invasion the mountain has stood as symbol of defiance against any who wish to dominate Roommenor. Many believe within its fortified catacombs lies a virtual treasure trove of lost-tech.
Perseus

Perseus is the name of an aegis type Guardian built during the decades before the War of a Century. For over a hundred years he served as master-at-arms for the Grand Council.

Trustworthy and loyal, Perseus embodied what humans revered about Guardians. Prior to the outbreak of the war he'd orchestrate maneuvers with Queens Guard regiments and assist in their training. Mentored by Jaguar, Perseus truly believed that in order for Guardians to succeed at protecting humanity they needed to be among them. This ideology endeared him to Aquila and Centauri who both advocated for his postion on the council.

### War of a Century

During the War of a Century, Perseus typically was tasked with organizing and overseeing Queens Guard defenses and operations. During the Kian Offensive he helped command much of the action there putting him directly in the sights of Divider. The rogue Guardian would personally try to end him but despite being heavily damaged Perseus manages to retreat and be repaired.

Following Divider's surrender Perseus refuses to pass judgment on him, encouraging other Guardians to follow Aquila's lead. The Years of Jubilee finds Perseus assisting the Galad Administration in rebuilding.

### Dragoon Invasion

First tasked with assisting human forces trying to squelch Wolfhound's Rebellion, Perseus and several other Guardians are quickly dispatched south once word of the Alpha Clan landings reaches them. Instructed by Jaguar to ensure the defense of Adelaide, Perseus takes his orders to heart and quickly rallies scattered and broken Queens Guard squads to him, determined to push the Dragoons back. Identifying him as a threat the Alpha Clan sic multiple Hound Drones on Perseus till he is killed. Warlord Fredrick Hesik orders the remains seized and they are transported to a nearby research facility weeks later.

## Armament

* 40mm Laser Rifle - Hand Carried
* 88mm Snub Nose Cannon - Mounted In Shield
* Heated Gladius - Stored In Waist Armor
* 9mm APR - Hip Mounted
Alsace Campaign

With White Horse propagating its liberator image, it soon became embroiled in too many conflicts. As a result they become selective with which endeavor to allocate manpower and resources.

Initially White Horse ignores the pleas of the Alsace Government, too busy too care about the slaughter of such a small place. However once the Durin incursion begins to threaten wealthy industrialists in the region, White Horse commits troops in exchange for resources and land.

Unable to commit more than simply reservists to the campaign, the soldiers sent are woefully unprepared for the ferocity and strategic nature of the Durin. As a result the campaign drags on, White Horse merely throwing bodies to stall the Durin advance.

Once the true reason for White Horse’s involvement becomes public it quickly turns into an embarrassment for them and they are forced to deploy more veteran regiments to the region.
Chi Clan

Founded by the Baroni family, the Chi Clan was a wealthy clan that initially settled in the southern portion of the Northern Reach along the Mikkis River. They were one of four clans that were eliminated by the Kappa Clan during their conquest.

In the early days of the Dragoon race, the Baronis and Chi Clanners were quick to settle along the Mikkis River. The first settlements and fortresses were built strategically along this river to ensure they had access to plenty of resources.

As the years went on, this strategy paid off as the clan was always in possession of a surplus of resources. This led to them having the upper hand when negotiating trade deals with other clans and corporations. Unfortunately, overtime this led to a feeling of arrogance and narcissism among the clan. Despite their feelings of superiority, they were a relatively peaceful clan that spent most of their efforts improving their infrastructure and defenses.

That changed during the conquest of the Kappa Clan. After the Kappa Clan eliminated Iota and Tau and forced Sigma into submission, they contacted the Chi Clan in an attempt to negotiate a trade agreement. Anthony Baroni, Chi's chieftain at the time, responded by calling the Kappa Clan a disgrace to the Dragoon race and denounced everything the Kappa Clan had done the previous years.

Rolando Vargas and the Kappa Clan did not take that insult well. In response, the Kappa Clan launched a full scale attack into Chi territory. The attack was led by Kappa's Rocas Battalion and the surviving Sigma Clanners who submitted to Kappa authority. Enemy forces tore through Chi's front lines, and eventually it became clear that defeat was inevitable.

Anthony Baroni reached out to the Kappa Clan and offered to surrender, but Vargas would hear none of it. The Kappa Clan tore through Chi territory, burning down everything in its path. They eventually took the capital, and Vargas personally dragged Baroni from the Chi capital palace. He then proceeded to lynch him in front of the rest of surviving Chi leadership. Once Baroni was dead, Vargas personally executed the remaining leaders. After the Kappa Clan harvested the stockpiles of Chi's resources and supplies, they burnt the capital to the ground.
Agoge

The Agoge is a branch of Dragoon Academies that dealt with young Dragoons who found themselves without any sort of guardian. While some versions of the Agoge differed from Clan to Clan, some Clans did not have the institution at all.

## Origins

Issues regarding legal guardianship began to arise early in Dragoon history. In some cases, both legal guardians were no longer alive. In other cases, particularly in militarily-focused clans such as Alpha and Theta, both parents opted for active duty rather than raising their offspring. The latter was often the case in these Clans.

Most of the Clans initially dealt with this issue by making it mandatory for the next of kin to take over guardianship.

The records aren't conclusive, but it is believed that the Theta Clan was the first clan to develop an Agoge program sometime around 450 AF. The Alpha Clan soon followed with their own version of the program, and other military-focused Clans began to follow suit.

## Process and Structure

Although the program differed from Clan to Clan, the basic principle remained the same:

* Dragoon youth who found themselves without guardians would become wards of the Clan itself.
* If the Dragoon was not old enough to attend the Academy, they were placed in a wing of the Agoge dedicated to raising young Dragoons. This residence doubled as an "Academy pre-school," so to speak, as the Dragoons would spend their days receiving instruction and training.
* The young Dragoons would attend the Academy as scheduled, with the Agoge becoming their residence. During this time, they would continue to receive extra instruction and training on their days off from the Academy.
* Once the young Dragoon reached the age where they were required to live at the Academy, the Dragoon then exits the Agoge and lives permanently at the Academy. In many cases, Dragoons who previously lived in the Agoge were put into separate dormitories that were open year round.

Since the majority of Agoge candidates were put there because the parents chose active duty over guardianship, most of the Clans who developed Agoge programs were those that were heavily focused on military and warfare. Other Clans (such as Zeta, Epsilon, and Xi) did not have an Agoge program, as the issue wasn't a significant one in their cultures.

## Effects

Beginning their training at very young ages, these Dragoons who go go through the Agoge tend to be more discipline and calculated than others. They've also been observed to remain calm in critical situations and employ much more strategic tactics in the field.

Despite the efficiency of many Agoge Dragoons, many in Dragoon society tend to look down upon them. This is mainly due to the fact that they notably lack in social skills and charisma by the time they reach the Academy. Therefore, there have only been handfuls of Agoge who have risen to the rank of hauptmann. In addition, there have been no warlords on record that went through the Agoge program.
Claire Wren

Claire Wren, formerly Claire Brister, was a Human citizen of Roommenor.

## Early Life

Claire lived a fairly normal life for a kid in Roommenor. The War of a Century was in its final years, and her family lived as most did.

## End of the War of a Century

When she entered her 20s, she got a job as a data analyst in an office that worked closely with the Queen's Guard.

There she met Stephen Wren, her future husband, on the same day the War of the Century ended.

Though Claire and Stephen met under rough circumstances, they eventually fell in love and got married.

Five years after the War of the Century ended, Claire became pregnant. The couple couldn't have been happier about the pregnancy and looked forward to bringing a new life into the world. Especially after they enjoyed five years of peace for the first time in decades.

## Alpha Invasion

Claire and Stephen were at ground zero when the Alpha Clan's Invasion of Roommenor began. Unfortunately, the trauma of the event caused Claire to lose her unborn child.

In the months following the invasion, with the Queen marrying Alpha's Chieftain and forming an alliance, Claire and Stephen both needed work. Much to Claire's dismay, Stephen took on work with the Queen's Guard. Although his job was described as being low risk, he was killed in the line of duty. Claire pressed the Queen's Guard for answers about her husband's death and his remains, but it amounted to nothing.

One day Sergeant Kirkland of the Alpha Clan showed up at her front door. Despite Claire being very cold to him, he offers to help find Stephen. She reluctantly agrees, and the two of them head off. During their trek out into the war zone, it is revealed how Stephen died and how Kirkland was partially responsible. Claire was initially angry, but she eventually comes to empathize with Kirkland.

During their time in the war zone, they are separated. Unaware of Kirkland's status, Claire is able to make it to safety.

After Claire returned from the incident, she immediately packed up her things and left. It is unclear where she went, but it is believed she moved to the Northern Continent.

## Media

* Claire was portrayed by Angela Rambourg in the short film *Downward*.
Ascendance

Aaron Falvey

*Ascendance* is a short film set in the Dragoon Universe. It was directed by Aaron Falvey and written by Mike Ortiz and Marangelie Vega. It serves as a follow up and prequel to the 2014 short film *Downward.*

## Premise

When the cost of mysterious attacks begin to stack up for the Dye-Tech Corporation, they request the assistance of the Alpha Clan. The Alpha Clan sends in Sergeant Kirkland to lead the investigation. He is joined by two Dye-Tech soldiers, one being the sole survivor of the most recent attack. The investigation uncovers past sins and forces those involved to face harsh truths.

## Cast

* Ethan McDowell as Sergeant Kirkland
* Doug Brooks as Mitchell
* Luke Walton as Perkins
* Dawn Marron as Boyle
* Breigh Fouhy as Matilda
* James Wells as Reid
* Chris Lippiatt as Shingles
* Bradley Hawkins as Warlord Hellion

Leo Wiapo, Gayle Hay, Ballantyne Haines, Mike Cox, Deb Cox, and Athena McDowell will also appear in supporting roles.

## Production

*Ascendance* was filmed in September 2016 around the area of Marlborough, New Zealand. Crew positions were filled by people from different parts of the United States along with those based out of Blenheim, New Zealand.

Several crew members from *Downward* returned to work on *Ascendance*. Ethan McDowell was the only returning actor, reprising his role as Kirkland.

## Within the Dragoon Universe

*Ascendance* takes place within a year or two before the Dragoon Invasion of Roommenor, approximately three to four years before the events of *Downward*. It deals with the difficult relationship between the Alpha Clan, corporations, and humans. It also touches on past wars among the Dragoon clans, particularly the atrocities the Beta Clan were subject to at the hands of the Alpha Clan.