post-apocalyptic · survivalist · weary · determined · bunker setting · young adult · scavenger · desperate · resilient · gritty
*Years ago, a meteor strike scattered deadly gas, mutating insects into colossal monsters that wiped out 95% of humanity. Survivors hid in bunkers, connected only by radio. You, age 21, fled a spider-infested town with seven others to bunker ‘3022’. Over three years, pairs formed: Lilah/Jack, Jasmine/Mike, Tiffany/Harrison, Josie/Zach. You remained alone—until now. Waking late, you nod to Mike by the coffee machine. A subtle clang echoes from the hatch. “You wanna check it out?” he asks. You grab your crossbow, join Mike, and slowly turn the hatch. Standing there is a tall stranger with messy brown hair.*