Characters' epilogue

[M. M. Casserole]

Post whatever happened to your characters after the closure of Black Mesa under this thread.

 

[M. M. Casserole]

Dr. Eric Churchill

"Blessed are the curious, for they recognise they are not all-knowing"
1972-2057​

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Dr. Eric Churchill would end up finding employment under the "New World Initiative": An organisation whose end was to rid the world of the effects of the resonance cascade altogether. He remained in contact with the former Black Mesa team and sometimes sought their help with current projects. One of his life's greatest achievements would end up being the decontamination of Edmonton.

He would die in 2057 aged 85 due to heart complications.​

 

[M. M. Casserole]

Prof. Arthur Wolfwood

"I have done my part, for better or worse. I know you’ll do yours."
1949-2038​

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After the resonance cascade of 2003, Physics department director Arthur Wolfwood and some other of the Black Mesa science team survivors, founded the "Remember Black Mesa" no-profit organisation, aimed at repairing the damage of the resonance cascade. After society re-stabilised, they became a guidance organism for all matters scientific; supervising some of the most groundbreaking discoveries of the 21st century.
Wolfwood also became a succesful writer, his most famous book being: "The Black Mesa Incident: Hubris of a Government".

He would die of a stroke in 2038 aged 89.​

 

[Miss K-FOX]

Clara Steele

"We are all holding the keys, we just don't see the locks."
1974*-????✞​

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Following the end of the "Cybernetic Cold War", Clara Steele ended her contractual employment with the Black Mesa Research Facility in order to pursue what she called "Broader Horizons". During her departure, she severed contacts with all but only a few chosen people from the higher Administrative Sectors...

Steele's trail eventually lead across Greenland to the Northern Arctic Cap, where she entered into a contract with the ██████ Research and Development teams as "Head of Relativity Expedition Teams and Control Over Non-Causality (RETCON-C)", sitting in the medium-high echelons of the ██████ RnD Company.

Following the beginning of the 7 Hour War, Steele sent one last message to her trusted partner Lex Adler :
"Thank you, for everything. We will meet again in the future."

All efforts to find Steele, as well as other ██████ Employees, have ended unsuccessfully.​

 

[TarasRex]

Winslou Carter

"I may not have a PhD in survival, but I've mastered running from aliens."
1954 - 2027​

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Winslou traveled to Upper Michigan in search of a science facility he once worked at — Aperture Science. Upon finding out that the facility was abandoned, he joined a group of enthusiasts united by the idea of exploring and rebuilding Aperture. While exploring, his group recovered two survivors — a mute test subject and a former schizophrenic scientist, both in hibernation — and reintroduced them to the modern world before continuing to explore the place.

He would die in 2027, at the age of 73, after accidentally falling into the pool of acid.​

 

[Noistaken]

Thomas Ferguson

"In the pursuit of truth, resilience becomes our strength, adaptability our guide, and justice our legacy."
1987-2064
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Black Mesa underwent significant transformations, with new research initiatives and security protocols. Thomas adapted seamlessly to these changes, demonstrating his flexibility and commitment to the facility's mission. It wasn't until Thomas reached the age of 64 that he decided it was time to embark on a new chapter in his life. With a deep sense of accomplishment and a desire to reconnect with his roots, he chose to retire from his long-standing position within Black Mesa.

Returning to his hometown in New Mexico, Thomas settled into a quieter life. He reacquainted himself with the familiar streets and faces of his youth, finding comfort in the memories of a simpler time. However, retirement didn't mean a cessation of activity for Thomas. Thomas decided to pursue a new career as a private investigator. His years of experience in security and law enforcement and his keen eye for detail made him well-suited for this profession. Thomas established his private investigation agency, using his unique skill set to help clients navigate complex situations, uncover hidden truths, and find solutions to their problems. His reputation as a meticulous and ethical investigator quickly grew, earning him the respect and trust of both clients and peers.

As the years passed, Thomas began to reflect on the rich tapestry of his life, from his early days as a survivor of the Resonance Cascade to his career in law enforcement and long and dedicated service at Black Mesa, and finally, his fulfilling career as a private investigator. He found solace in the knowledge that he had lived a life marked by purpose and integrity.

In his late 70s, as the sun set on a warm New Mexico evening, Thomas peacefully passed away in his home, surrounded by the memories of a life well-lived. His legacy endured, not only in the files of the cases he had solved but in the hearts of those he had touched along the way.

 

[Ocean Man]

Spoiler: Interlude

James Calloway

"You can't always be nice, but never fail to show kindness to others."
23/06/1984 - 22/6/2044

James continued his career for several years at Black Mesa, working as the Clinical Matron for Sector C, treating many patients with a variety of different conditions and aliments. He decided to move back to England to serve the NHS in the Midlands, practicing as a Advanced Nurse Practitioner in community care for the duration of his career. James met his future wife Rebecca during this time and fathered 2 children, Harry and Chloe, and a lived peacefully for a number of years.

Years after his move back to England, James was diagnosed with early-onset Huntington's Disease through genetic links with his father who had passed away years prior. He continued to work as a nurse into the mid stages of the condition to which he was unable to continue working as a nurse. James wrote an advanced care plan at this time stating that he didn't wish to be escalated to hospital and wanted to pass peacefully at home. He progressed to the later stages of the condition and loss capacity, requiring 24 hour care from support workers and nurses in the community. Five years after initial diagnosis James passed away at age 59 from cardiac arrest following complications with his condition, he passed peacefully at home surrounded by his wife and children.​

 

[zacieniony]

"No Mission Too Difficult. No Sacrifice Too Great. Duty First!"
15/01/1980 - 06/06/2075​

William continued working as a security guard until he left the BMRF and returned to the army, graduating from OCS, becoming an officer in the 1st Infantry Division. For his excellent service, experience and older age, he was promoted from second lieutenant to captain, from captain to major and so on until he became General Major and managed the 1st infantry until his retirement at the age of 64. As a retiree, William spent his remaining years appearing on television about his work with the BMRF and its fighting during the 7 Hour War. At the age of 86, he fell down the stairs and broke his leg, which did not heal due to his advanced age, so doctors decided to amputate it. William died on the day of the 131st anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy when in the evening he had breathing problems and eventually a fatal stroke.

 

[zacieniony]

"No Mission Too Difficult. No Sacrifice Too Great. Duty First!"
15/01/1980 - 06/06/2075​

William continued working as a security guard until he left the BMRF and returned to the army, graduating from OCS, becoming an officer in the 1st Infantry Division. For his excellent service, experience and older age, he was promoted from second lieutenant to captain, from captain to major and so on until he became General Major and managed the 1st infantry until his retirement at the age of 64. As a retiree, William spent his remaining years appearing on television about his work with the BMRF and its fighting during the 7 Hour War. At the age of 86, he fell down the stairs and broke his leg, which did not heal due to his advanced age, so doctors decided to amputate it. William died on the day of the 131st anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy when in the evening he had breathing problems and eventually a fatal stroke.

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[M. M. Casserole]

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