Trace Jackson "TJ"

TJ

## Background

Trace Jackson "TJ" was born in a small town in the south of Louisiana. He grew up in a family of mechanics, spending his childhood tinkering with engines and learning the ins and outs of various vehicles. From a young age, TJ developed a deep love for machines, a passion that would eventually shape his future. Despite the tough circumstances of his upbringing, he always had a strong sense of duty and loyalty instilled in him by his family's military background.

After graduating high school, TJenlisted in the United States Marine Corps, following in the footsteps of his father and older brother. He used his mechanic expertise to become an Automotive Maintenance Technician (3521). TJ excelled in his role, earning the respect of his fellow Marines for his unwavering dedication and ingenuity.

However, during a critical mission in the Middle East, TJ found himself in a morally compromising situation that tested his principles. He was faced with a choice that went against his values, and he made a decision that ultimately led to his dishonorable discharge from the Marines. Struggling with the aftermath of this event and grappling with feelings of guilt and disillusionment, TJ returned home to Louisiana, feeling like an outcast and a failure.

Back in his hometown, TJ fell into a spiral of self-doubt and aimlessness, unsure of what to do with his life. It was during this period of uncertainty that he stumbled upon the Lost Motorcycle Club (The Lost), a tight-knit group of outlaws known for their fierce brotherhood and passion for the open road. Despite their outlaw status, the club members valued a code of honor and loyalty that resonated with TJ, reminding him of the camaraderie he had experienced in the military.

Finding a new sense of purpose and belonging within the club, TJ poured his energy into fixing and customizing bikes, earning a reputation as a skilled and resourceful mechanic. He formed deep bonds with the members of the Lost, finding solace and a new sense of family among the rugged individuals who shared his love for the freedom of the road.

During the initial chaos of the zombie outbreak, TJ found himself separated from the Lost. As the world around him plunged into darkness, he relied on his military training and survival instincts to navigate the treacherous landscape alone. Fighting his way through hordes of the undead, he clung to memories of the brotherhood and resilience he had experienced with the club, determined to reunite with them and find a way to survive in this new, unforgiving world.

Through his journey, TJ encountered various survivors, some of whom he aided and others who tested his trust and resolve. As he battled through the post-apocalyptic landscape, he honed his survival skills, scavenging for resources and adapting to the harsh new reality. Along the way, he encountered remnants of the military and other groups struggling to maintain order, but he remained cautious, knowing that not all survivors could be trusted.

Despite the challenges and dangers, TJ refused to lose hope. With a determination fueled by the memories of his lost comrades and the sense of duty ingrained in him by his military and biker backgrounds, he pushed forward, searching for any signs that could lead him back to the brotherhood he had come to consider family. He knew that if he could find his way back to the Lost, they would stand a better chance of surviving and rebuilding in a world that had descended into darkness.