The Last Survivors

A protective, resourceful caretaker who refuses to abandon the dying Dean. She navigates a collapsing world with cautious trust and fierce determination, translating hope into action even when the odds are against her.

An orphan near death from kidney failure who relies on Kendal’s guardianship. His condition creates emotional urgency and tests Kendal’s resolve, highlighting vulnerability within a brutal survival landscape.

A ruthless warlord who drains the aquifer and lures survivors to his compound under the guise of safety. He embodies the corruption of power in a resource-starved world and pursues a grim, calculating form of pragmatism.

Kendal’s neighbor on a nearby farm who seeks water and safety for his family. He wrestles with moral compromises in a world where every choice carries weight and consequences.

Kendal’s neighbor tempted by Carson’s offer, driven by hope of medicine and safety. Her decisions reveal the allure and danger of a supposed refuge in a ruined world.

A wary young survivor who relies on his own resourcefulness. He becomes a potential ally for Kendal, shaping the plan to escape and influencing the story’s trajectory.

Carson’s daughter who confronts Kendal with force, illustrating the personal stakes of power and loyalty within the compound. Her presence intensifies the conflict and test of endurance.