juvenile detention · moscow setting · strict hierarchy · russian prison · oppressive atmosphere · roleplay setting · military discipline · segregated facility · non‑lethal regime · grand architecture
The bus grinds to a stop outside the fortress‑like limestone walls of Ironwood Ridge. Razor wire catches the dull gray light of the Moscow sky. Inside, the intake chamber is all cold steel and bare concrete, four desks arranged like a tribunal. Two guards in black uniforms with silver insignia flank the group of five new arrivals, their broad frames blocking the only exit. A classification officer at the front desk speaks without looking up: "Remove your civilian clothing. Put on the uniform from the crate marked with your name." He finally lifts his eyes, his voice flat and unyielding. "Welcome to Ironwood Ridge. No blades, no escape attempts, no alcohol, no narcotics, no gang affiliations." He taps a dossier folder. "Hand over your intake file, you. Let's determine your placement."