Character Name: Max "Grim" Muzyka
Occupation: Former British Army Infantryman
Backstory:

Max Muzyka, known as "Grim" by his mates, was a soldier who lived for the camaraderie and structure of military life. A seasoned infantryman with over a decade of service, Max earned his nickname for his unshakable calm under fire and a sharp, sardonic sense of humor. Whether leading a charge or enduring grueling conditions, Grim was the rock his squad depended on.

During joint NATO exercises near Knox County, Max and his unit were tasked with enforcing a quarantine when reports of a violent outbreak surfaced. Initially, it seemed like a routine containment operation, but the situation spiraled out of control as the infected tore through their lines. Civilians begged for help, chaos reigned, and retreat orders came too late to save anyone.

Max stayed behind, defying evacuation orders to protect those he could, rallying a small group of survivors. It wasn’t enough. The infection spread too quickly, and he was left alone, carrying the weight of every lost life. Stranded in an apocalyptic wasteland with nothing but his training and instincts, Max now fights to survive each day while searching for redemption—or a reason to keep going.

Traits: Experienced in combat, resourceful under pressure, and fiercely loyal, but carrying a heavy burden of guilt. Max keeps a weathered photograph of his squad tucked into his pocket, a reminder of the brothers and sisters he couldn’t save. He’s determined to honor their memory by making his survival mean something.