Revolt of the Zombies

The story begins on the Franco-Austrian frontier during the Great War and shifts to a post-war Allied expedition in Cambodia. It places the characters in a period of imperial conflict, colonial ambition, and ancient ritual. The timeframe emphasizes both military action and the race to uncover a forbidden power.

The action unfolds across Cambodia, with key sequences near ancient temples like Angkor and the swampy approaches to sacred sites. The setting blends colonial presence with enigmatic ruins, where a bronze doorway hints at a dangerous secret. The landscape serves as a backdrop for pursuit, secrecy, and the clash between outsiders and local myth.

🗝️ Power

An ancient temple secret unlocks the ability to turn people into zombies, placing immense power in Armand's hands. The pursuit of this power drives alliances and betrayals, blurring ethics with curiosity. The narrative explores control, manipulation, and the cost of unleashing forbidden knowledge.

🗺️ Imperialism

The expedition represents Allied colonial interests pushing into Cambodia, driven by political and strategic aims rather than pure exploration. Native populations are drawn into the conflict, highlighting tensions between outsiders and local cultures. The quest to destroy the 'Secret' becomes a stage for imperial power plays and cultural interference.

💔 Love and Rivalry

Romantic entanglements drive the personal stakes: Armand's proposal to Claire, her loyalty to Cliff, and the ensuing heartbreak. The love triangle intensifies the tension and motivates risky decisions, even as danger looms from Mazovia's schemes. The emotional dynamics test trust, devotion, and the consequences of passion under pressure.