The Survivors · Character
Karl Schroeder
A reckless survivor whose willingness to take chances makes him both useful and dangerous in a colony where every life counts.
supporting
Also known as Fred Schroeder, Fred, the reckless Schroeder
First appearance: the survivors
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Schroeder is known among the survivors for his boldness, a trait that can mean courage or catastrophe on a world as hostile as Ragnarok. His impulsiveness puts him at odds with the careful, coordinated effort the…
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Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Breaking point
John Humbolt’s realization that their civilization has “reached and passed the zenith” and that “the inevitabl…
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