Mankind failed to transcend the Petroleum Age. The Die Off killed 95% of the human population. 175 years later, mankind consists of scattered nomadic tribes, isolated casino-cities, and roving swarms of predatory bandits. This is the world of the Black Dog Clan.
Chapter 5: Tommy, resentful that he is not named the sole leader of the clan, but unwilling to take on the responsibility required, becomes belligerent and rebellious. The council assigns him the job of auctioning off their goods for sale which he pulls off with ease. Then he spots, Rose, the girl he had a fling with in Three Palms.
