‘apocalypse’ and ‘wasteland’ stories

Aran is sold.

Warren is divested of his long kept secret.

Aran has the strangest dream.

The odds are stacked against Aran in the arena for a bet.

A risky wager is made.

Victor must make a tricky negotiation.

Aran fights in the pit.

Arans social status is forever changed.

Aran and his companions are taken south.