The Archived Citizen

Bound to his home and a defense suit, William Kepler battles the Living Smog, a deadly threat enforced by a sinister government. His reality blurs as he escapes into Zerya, a virtual world where he can live freely. Despite this digital refuge, he longs for real-world connections, feeling the weight of his restrictive existence. His quest for connection spirals into madness as he confronts the relentless forces keeping him confined, exploring themes of isolation, freedom, and the struggle against oppressive control.