Deadlight Run

This story follows a lone merchant navigating life on a desolate, diamond-mining moon where once-thriving colonies have fallen into decay. The protagonist travels between isolated towns in a massive solar truck called 'Deadlight,' trading scarce goods and struggling to survive amid dwindling populations and precarious alliances. Alongside companions like Josy, Gabriella, and Merisa, he uncovers hidden caches of diamonds, braves dangers including hostile drones and desperate rivals, and navigates fragile markets and uncertain loyalties. Rumors of a distant, fertile Oasis beyond a vast desert ignite a perilous caravan journey, uniting diverse traders in a hope-fueled quest for renewal. The caravan faces relentless sandstorms, mechanical failures, and mysterious surveillance as it traverses ancient cliffs to reach the green plains. Arriving at a verdant lake surrounded by mountains, they establish a new settlement, blending futuristic technology with harsh frontier survival. Through resilience, camaraderie, and quiet hope, the protagonist and companions plant seeds—both literal and metaphorical—for a fresh start on a harsh world, balancing the isolation of their outlaw lifestyle with dreams of community and permanence. The narrative is a gritty, reflective exploration of human endurance, the cost of progress, and the enduring desire for home.