When civilization falls to monumental plagues
Bad Egg Publishing transports us to a dystopian future with Plague Seeker, a work that explores the consequences of a cataclysmic event known only as The Calamity, which has destroyed human civilization as we know it. In this devastated world, humanity survives under the yoke of colossal creatures called the Great Plagues, entities that have redefined the very meaning of terror and survival. A post-apocalyptic scenario that reinvents the genre's tropes with visual creativity.
The legacy of The Calamity
The event known as The Calamity serves as the mysterious starting point for this universe, acting as a catalyst that has transformed not only the physical landscape of the planet, but the very nature of human existence. The ambiguity surrounding this catastrophic event adds a layer of existential mystery to the narrative, as characters navigate the consequences of something they never fully understood.
Elements of the devastated world
- The Calamity as a mysterious foundational event
- The Great Plagues as monstrous rulers
- Human society living in constant terror
- Destroyed civilization and transformed landscapes
The Great Plagues as unique antagonists
What distinguishes Plague Seeker within the post-apocalyptic genre is its conceptualization of the Great Plagues. These are not simply monsters or creatures, but ruling entities that have established a new world order where humanity occupies the lowest rung. This inversion of the natural hierarchy provides a fresh foundation for exploring themes of power, submission, and resistance.
Inspiration for world creators
- Design of colossal and terrifying creatures
- Creation of unique post-apocalyptic landscapes
- Development of human societies under oppression
- Survival and resistance narratives
A demonstration of how the post-apocalyptic genre can be renewed through the introduction of antagonists that transcend traditional threats like zombies or natural disasters.
For 3D artists and concept designers, Plague Seeker offers fertile ground for the imagination, particularly in designing the Great Plagues and environments transformed by The Calamity. The ability to visualize creatures that are simultaneously rulers and natural phenomena provides fascinating creative challenges for projects in software like ZBrush, Blender, or Substance Painter 🏚️.
And that's how you end up with a world where humanity is ruled by monumental plagues... though designing these creatures is probably easier than explaining exactly what caused The Calamity in the first place 😅.