Wild Knights: Green Gold Rush
Sci fi western
On the desolate planet Velora, the Wild Knights, led by the wasteland priest Titus, protect the Edenite mining settlement of Skull Valley. A desperate message arrives revealing a massive Edenite vein discovered near Kirkland in the Red Canyon, prompting a 'Green Gold Rush'. Titus, wary of exploitation, prepares to secure the vein for the benefit of Skull Valley. Simultaneously, the Crimson Coil, led by the enigmatic Nath, arrives, their intentions far more sinister: to corrupt the new Edenite vein with the deadly U-15, to use the destructive power to destroy the Wild Knights. As miners flock to Red Canyon, Titus and his loyal knight, Crad, race against time to secure the vein and protect Skull Valley from Nath's insidious plan. The issue culminates in a tense standoff between the Wild Knights and the Crimson Coil, setting the stage for a planet-wide conflict.
Characters
Junkman
antagonist
Junk yard Engineer. Slaps scrap together to make stuff. His inventions brake down after a short time in a comedic fashion. Has a cyborg Right arm. His right hand transforms into deferent tools.
Nath
antagonist
Leader of the Crimson coil. Bad guy
Titus
protagonist
Titus is a space explorer. Last survivor of an rescue attempt. found a Bible in the ruins. He like a priest.. Their presence commands attention, yet there's a vulnerability beneath the surface that only those closest to them can see.
Crad
supporting
Space miner. Finds Titus in the ruins of a dead planet. Suborn old man.
Max
protagonist
The Awakening of Max Max was never meant to be alone. He was built by the Mine Corporation — a towering industrial machine designed to cut through mountains and carve wealth from the depths of alien worlds. When the corporation collapsed, their machines were abandoned across Velora like rusting monuments to a forgotten industry. Max wandered the planet for years. His power cells never quite died, but his systems ran in a low dormant cycle. He moved without purpose, a silent giant walking the dusty roads and empty mining fields of Velora. Storms struck his metal frame. Sand buried his footprints. The world slowly forgot he existed. Until the day he met Mox. Mox was a small, curious creature native to Velora — clever, fearless, and always carrying a bottle of bright glowing Trible drink, a fizzy fermented brew made by her people. When Max stumbled into the alley where she was sitting, she jumped in surprise. The bottle slipped from her hand. The glowing drink splashed across Max’s chest plate. For a moment, nothing happened. Then the liquid seeped into a tiny crack in his armor and reached the circuitry of his mainframe. Lightning sparked through his body. His systems surged. Steam burst from his joints as dormant processors roared back to life. Amber light filled his eyes as he stood upright for the first time in years. SYSTEM REBOOT His core program searched for direction. Protocol required a command. Max scanned his surroundings. Mox, startled but curious, picked up a scrap poster that had blown down the street. She held it up to him. The poster showed a bold emblem: WILD KNIGHTS And beneath it, simple words: PROTECT AND SERVE Max’s optics scanned the image. The text burned into his core logic. PROTOCOL ACCEPTED Primary directive established. Protect Mox. Serve others. From that moment on, the abandoned mining machine had a new purpose. On the dusty frontier of Velora, the giant robot once built to break mountains became something else entirely: A guardian. A wandering knight of steel.
Mox
protagonist
Mox — a tiny alien from the hidden Moxitoxitan tribe of Velora. Fragile, curious, and wide-eyed, with enormous glossy eyes that reflect the world like mirrors. Pale peach skin with soft wisps of white hair sticking up wildly, delicate bat-like ears, thin neck and small body that seems almost weightless. Her expressions are full of innocent wonder as she studies everything around her. Primitive but intelligent, just learning to speak human words from Max, often mimicking sounds and simple phrases. She clings to Max’s coat or shoulder for safety, trusting him completely. Extremely agile and nimble, able to slip through cracks, vents, and tight spaces like a tiny thief or scout. Raised in a secretive tribe forbidden from the outside world, she approaches everything with cautious curiosity. Scene set on Velora — dusty sci-fi western frontier town, rusted metal structures, alien desert light, Max nearby as her protector. Cinematic lighting, photorealistic, ultra-detailed skin texture, emotional eyes, small but unforgettable presence. Character vibe: Mox feels like the emotional heart of a scene — small, vulnerable, curious, but incredibly capable. Almost like Velora’s version of a scout, child, and philosopher all at once. Mox — Tribal Clothing of Velora Mox wears clothing made from the living landscape of Velora. Her garments are simple but rich with meaning, crafted by her tribe from woven alien grasses, soft hide, and fibers stripped from the bark of the tall wind-trees that grow along the canyon rivers. Her tunic is layered and asymmetrical, dyed in deep earth tones — rust red, desert ochre, and faded turquoise — colors that mirror the cliffs and skies of Velora. The fabric is rough but flexible, stitched together with sinew thread and decorated with small bone beads and polished stones gathered from sacred riverbeds. Around her shoulders hangs a short cloak made from the feather-like scales of desert gliders, shimmering faintly when the light hits them. It protects her from the cold nights and the sandstorms that sweep across the plains. A braided sash wraps around her waist, holding small pouches filled with tribal tools — flint shards, dried herbs, and tiny glass bottles of glowing Trible drink. Her wrists and ankles carry bands made from carved shell and copper scrap salvaged from old mining sites, each piece etched with simple tribal symbols that tell stories of her people — rivers, storms, and wandering spirits. Across her forehead rests a thin leather band with a single polished stone at the center, marking her as a traveler and storyteller among her tribe. The clothes are worn, patched, and sun-faded, but they carry the history of Velora itself — the mark of a people who survived long before the mining machines arrived.
Amphidrax
antagonist
Amphidrax — River Predator of Velora The Amphidrax is one of the most feared creatures living in the rivers and swamp forests of Velora. Half serpent, half amphibian nightmare, it is perfectly adapted to both water and land, making it an unstoppable ambush predator. Its body is long and muscular like a river serpent, covered in dark armored scales that glisten with swamp water and mud. A row of jagged dorsal spines runs down its back, helping it stabilize while swimming through powerful currents. Unlike most serpents, the Amphidrax has four elongated clawed limbs. These limbs allow it to crawl from the riverbanks and stalk prey silently through the jungle fog. Each claw is long and curved, capable of tearing through hide, bone, or even light metal. Its head is broad and reptilian, with a gaping mouth full of needle-like teeth designed to grip slippery prey. But the most terrifying feature is its glowing crimson eyes, which shine through the mist of Velora’s river valleys. Many travelers claim the eyes are visible long before the creature itself emerges from the water. Amphidrax prefer murky rivers where visibility is low. They wait beneath the surface, motionless, until something moves near the water's edge. Then they erupt from the depths with explosive speed. Most victims never see the attack coming. The creatures are large—often 20 to 30 feet long—and incredibly strong. Their tails can crush bone, and their claws can drag prey back into the water within seconds. Despite their brutality, the Amphidrax are ancient creatures of Velora, long predating the mining corporations and off-world settlers. To some tribes, they are considered river spirits—guardians of dangerous waters. It has 2 tails it uses to swim.
Page 1
Panel 1: EXTREME WIDE SHOT - A vast, desolate landscape of Velora under a sunset. Jagged rock formations and swirling dust devils dominate the horizon. In the distance, a small, walled settlement (Skull Valley) glows with faint green energy.
Panel 2: MEDIUM SHOT - TITUS, a weathered man in desert robes, stands atop a rocky outcrop. He holds a modified six-shooter (The Gospel) that glows faintly green. He looks towards Skull Valley with a concerned expression. Several horses are behind him.
Panel 3: CLOSE UP - Titus's hand grips The Gospel. The green glow intensifies, reflecting in his eyes.
Panel 4: MEDIUM SHOT - TITUS and a group of four other figures on horseback (The Wild Knights) ride across the dusty plains towards Skull Valley. A banner with a stylized green Chi Roe flutters in the wind.
Page 2
Panel 1: INT. Skull Valley - CONTROL ROOM - A holographic display shows a map of Velora, highlighting a region labeled 'Red Canyon'. Several figures in mining gear are gathered around, excitedly pointing at the display.
“MINER 1: Green Gold, I tell ya! Enough Edenite to make us all rich!”
Panel 2: CLOSE UP - The holographic display focuses on Red Canyon. The area is marked with a large, glowing green symbol.
Panel 3: MEDIUM SHOT - TITUS enters the control room, his expression grim. He pushes through the crowd.
“TITUS: What's all the commotion?”
Panel 4: WIDE SHOT - The miners turn to Titus, their faces a mix of excitement and apprehension. One hands him a datapad.
“MINER 2: Priest Titus! They found a vein! A huge one! Near Kirkland in the Red Canyon!”
Page 3
Panel 1: CLOSE UP - TITUS reads the datapad, his brow furrowed. The datapad displays a message: 'MASSIVE EDENITE VEIN DISCOVERED RED CANYON. IMMEDIATE EXTRACTION ADVISED.'
Panel 2: MEDIUM SHOT - TITUS hands the datapad back, his gaze sweeping over the miners.
“TITUS: Red Canyon... This changes things.”
Panel 3: WIDE SHOT - EXT. Kirkland near Red canyon - A Crimson Coil ship lands on the outskirts of Kirkland. It's sleek, black, and menacing.
Panel 4: CLOSE UP - NATH, a gaunt figure with piercing red eyes, enters the ship. He's surrounded by heavily armed figures (Crimson Coil soldiers).
“NATH: Kirkland... The perfect canvas.”
Page 4
Panel 1: MEDIUM SHOT - TITUS walks through Skull Valley, his face troubled. CRAD, an older, grizzled miner, approaches him.
“CRAD: Priest, what's got you lookin' like you swallowed a sandstorm?”
Panel 2: CLOSE UP - TITUS looks at CRAD, his expression serious.
“TITUS: The Edenite... it draws people, Crad. People who want to exploit it, control it. Red Canyon will be a battleground.”
Panel 3: MEDIUM SHOT - CRAD spits on the ground.
“CRAD: Bah! Let 'em come. We'll show 'em what Skull Valley justice looks like.”
Panel 4: WIDE SHOT - Titus and Crad stand together, looking out towards the horizon. The cliffs of Red canyon is visible in the distance.
“TITUS: It's not about justice, Crad. It's about protecting what little we have left.”
Page 5
Panel 1: INT. CRIMSON COIL SHIP - NATH stands before a holographic display of Skull Valley and Kirkland, focusing on Red Canyon. He's holding a vial of dark, viscous liquid.
“NATH: U-15... the key to our rise to power!”
Panel 2: CLOSE UP - The vial of the isotope. It glows with a faint red light, and bubbles rise within it.
Panel 3: MEDIUM SHOT - NATH turns to the pilot.
“NATH: Prepare the deployment. Red Canyon awaits.”
Panel 4: CLOSE Up-the pilot's face, menacing. He nods in obedience.
“Junkman: As you command, Nath.”
Page 6
Panel 1: EXT. RED CANYON - WIDE SHOT - A bustling mining camp has sprung up around the entrance to a large Edenite vein. Miners are swarming everywhere, digging and hauling ore.
Panel 2: MEDIUM SHOT - Two miners argue over a claim. One is brandishing a pickaxe.
“MINER 3: That's my claim, you greedy buzzard!”
Panel 3: MEDIUM SHOT - TITUS and CRAD arrive on horseback, surveying the scene with concern.
“TITUS: This is madness.”
Panel 4: CLOSE UP - TITUS's face, determined. He grips The Gospel.
Page 7
Panel 1: MEDIUM SHOT - Titus and Crad dismount their horses and walk into the mining camp. Miners stare at them warily.
“CRAD: Alright, you lot! Settle down! The Priest has something to say!”
Panel 2: WIDE SHOT - Titus stands on a makeshift platform, addressing the miners. The miners are a mixed group, some armed, some not.
“TITUS: People of Velora! This Edenite is a gift, but it is also a responsibility! We must protect it, and use it wisely!”
Panel 3: CLOSE UP - A miner scoffs, unimpressed.
“MINER 4: Responsibility? I'm here to get rich!”
Panel 4: MEDIUM SHOT - Titus's face, unwavering. He continues to speak.
“TITUS: Greed will be your undoing! There are forces at play here that you cannot comprehend!”
Page 8
Panel 1: EXT. RED CANYON - A Crimson Coil transport ship descends into the canyon, unnoticed by most of the miners. It hides behind cover, but a slight distortion is visible.
Panel 2: MEDIUM SHOT - Inside the Crimson Coil transport ship, Nath oversees the deployment of several containers filled with U-15.
“Nath: Begin the contamination. Leave no Edenite untouched.”
Panel 3: CLOSE UP - A container opens, releasing a stream of dark, viscous U-15 onto a pile of freshly mined Edenite. The Edenite begins to darken and wither turn red.
Panel 4: EXT. RED CANYON - TITUS stops speaking, sensing something is wrong. He looks around warily.
“TITUS: I feel a disturbance...”
Page 9
Panel 1: MEDIUM SHOT - CRAD notices a subtle distortion in the air above the canyon. He squints.
“CRAD: What in the blazes...?”
Panel 2: WIDE SHOT - The Crimson Coil transport ship descends, revealing itself to the miners. Panic erupts.
“MINER 5: What is that thing?!”
Panel 3: MEDIUM SHOT - NATH steps out of the Crimson Coil transport ship, surrounded by Crimson Coil soldiers. He smiles cruelly.
“NATH: Greetings, children of Velora. Your Edenite belongs to us now.”
Panel 4: CLOSE UP - TITUS's face, filled with righteous anger. He raises The Gospel.
“TITUS: You will not defile this planet!”
Page 10
Panel 1: WIDE SHOT - A tense standoff between the Wild Knights (Titus and Crad) and the Crimson Coil (Nath and his soldiers). The miners are caught in the middle, scattering for cover.
Panel 2: CLOSE UP - NATH draws his weapon, Seraphs fall, a four-barreled gun that glows with a menacing red light. He points it at Titus.
“NATH: Such passion... such wasted potential.”
Panel 3: CLOSE UP - TITUS aims The Gospel at Nath. The green glow intensifies.
“TITUS: This ends here, Nath.”
Panel 4: FULL PAGE - A dynamic shot of Titus and Nath firing their weapons at each other. Green energy blasts from The Gospel clash with red energy blasts from Seraphs fall. The miners scream and dive for cover. The battle for Red Canyon has begun!
Page 11
Panel 1: Wide shot of the Red Canyon Edenite vein. Miners are scrambling to dig. In the foreground, Titus and Crad on horseback face off against Nath and two Crimson Coil enforcers.
“NATH: Welcome, wasteland priest. I trust you admire my handiwork? The future of Velora, reforged in crimson.”
Panel 2: Close-up on Titus's face, resolute but concerned. He holds The Gospel at his side, unholstered.
“TITUS: You seek to poison what little life remains. Velora will not become another tomb.”
Panel 3: Close-up on Nath's face, twisted with a cruel smile. He holds Seraphs fall, pointing it towards the Edenite vein.
“NATH: Life? An illusion. Only the void is real. And U-15 is its herald.”
Panel 4: Medium shot of Crad, looking determined and shouting to the miners.
“CRAD: Get clear! This ain't your fight!”
Page 12
Panel 1: Action shot: Titus fires The Gospel at Nath's hand holding Seraphs fall. A beam of green energy streaks across the panel.
Panel 2: Close-up on Nath's hand. The Gospel's shot clips his wrist, causing him to drop Seraphs fall. A small vial of U-15 spills from the weapon.
Panel 3: Medium shot of the spilled U-15 seeping into the Edenite vein. The green ore begins to darken and turn a sickly red.
Panel 4: Nath recovers Seraphs fall and, with a look of pure rage, points it directly at the now-tainted Edenite.
“NATH: Then let it all burn!”
Page 13
Panel 1: Large panel: A blast of corrupted energy erupts from Seraphs fall, impacting the Edenite vein. The vein glows an ominous red.
Panel 2: Close-up on Titus's face, horrified. He stares at the corrupted vein.
“TITUS: No...”
Panel 3: Medium shot of Crad firing his mining laser at the Crimson Coil enforcers, holding them back.
“CRAD: We gotta move!”
Page 14
Panel 1: Wide shot of the Red Canyon. Part of the Edenite vein now glows a menacing red, contrasting sharply with the remaining green ore. Miners flee in terror.
Panel 2: Medium shot of Nath, smiling triumphantly, as he watches the chaos unfold.
“NATH: The rot has begun.”
Panel 3: Titus, mounted on his horse, looks back at the corrupted Edenite with a grim expression. Crad is beside him.
“TITUS: Velora will not fall. Not while I draw breath.”
Panel 4: Full-page splash. A close-up of the red-glowing, corrupted Edenite vein, with the title card: 'Wild Knights - End of Issue 1: Green Gold Rush'.
