Oyster

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Set in the oppressive heat of Outer Maroo, a small opal mining town in the Australian outback, the story unfolds around a mysterious disaster on the opal fields, shrouded in silence and guilt. Central to the intrigue is Oyster, a charismatic cult messiah who captivates the townsfolk with his apocalyptic messages while embodying both allure and danger. The narrative delves into themes of fear, belief, and the complexities of human nature against a backdrop of environmental and emotional turmoil.