Endeavors of Your Favorite Characters
Spoiler Alert !!!!
It is "highly advisable" that you read the book series, including the last book, The New World: Crimson Winter, "before looking" at the endeavors of the characters below or it may spoil the surprises within the series.
Enjoy the fantastic stories depicting the lives of your favorite characters and groups several years after the battle with the vicious snatchers.
Enjoy the fantastic stories depicting the lives of your favorite characters and groups several years after the battle with the vicious snatchers.
Ukes and Skalags:
Most of the Skalags decide to join the Ukes and live within the protection of Ukkiville's walls. Zo, Tropokt, and Hound Dog make amends and work together with Storm to expand the village to include new cabins for the Skalags. In a couple of years, the lines between Ukes and Skalags fade, and they become one and the same villagers of Ukkiville.
Most of the Skalags decide to join the Ukes and live within the protection of Ukkiville's walls. Zo, Tropokt, and Hound Dog make amends and work together with Storm to expand the village to include new cabins for the Skalags. In a couple of years, the lines between Ukes and Skalags fade, and they become one and the same villagers of Ukkiville.
Thoruk, Mercy, and Storm:
Mercy finally gets her way and convinces Thoruk to usher Ukkiville into the current century with the help of their Texas friends. Though life in Ukkiville couldn't be better, the three of them often reflect on the good 'ole days while bemoaning the younger generations' penchant to be spoiled too easily from their dependency on the rapid expansion of modernization. The original trio of heroes from the first book retires and enjoys the good life with their loved ones. Whenever Mercy invites Thoruk and his family over for dinner, she remembers her beloved mother, Gracivil and knows she's enjoying her time with Odinuk and so many other old friends in Heaven. The trio of lifelong friends still meets just outside Ukkiville's wall at their favorite tree where they exercise and begin their daily walks. Jogs are no longer feasible with their rickety knees and sore backs, worn from all the hard work and battles fought over the years. The one thing old age will never rob from them is their wit and desire to rib each other whenever the opportunity arises. Thoruk occasionally wonders if the aliens will return. Each shooting star he spots from his porch at night tweaks his soul.
Mercy finally gets her way and convinces Thoruk to usher Ukkiville into the current century with the help of their Texas friends. Though life in Ukkiville couldn't be better, the three of them often reflect on the good 'ole days while bemoaning the younger generations' penchant to be spoiled too easily from their dependency on the rapid expansion of modernization. The original trio of heroes from the first book retires and enjoys the good life with their loved ones. Whenever Mercy invites Thoruk and his family over for dinner, she remembers her beloved mother, Gracivil and knows she's enjoying her time with Odinuk and so many other old friends in Heaven. The trio of lifelong friends still meets just outside Ukkiville's wall at their favorite tree where they exercise and begin their daily walks. Jogs are no longer feasible with their rickety knees and sore backs, worn from all the hard work and battles fought over the years. The one thing old age will never rob from them is their wit and desire to rib each other whenever the opportunity arises. Thoruk occasionally wonders if the aliens will return. Each shooting star he spots from his porch at night tweaks his soul.
Texas Freedom Defenders:
The Texans remain devoted friends and allies of Ukkiville and all the villagers, including the new Skalags. Salty funds the construction of a fabulous airport, a multistory 'Center of Learning' and a state-of-the-art hospital adjacent to Ukkiville. A replica of the 'Snatcher Beast' is prominently displayed in the atrium near the entrance of the Center of Learning as a reminder of what could have happened if they had not all worked as a team to overcome the unearthly threat. Salty grows to love the forests and lakes surrounding Ukkiville and spends his summers and part of autumn fishing and enjoying the spectacular colors of the foliage as the cooler temperatures arrive.
The Texans remain devoted friends and allies of Ukkiville and all the villagers, including the new Skalags. Salty funds the construction of a fabulous airport, a multistory 'Center of Learning' and a state-of-the-art hospital adjacent to Ukkiville. A replica of the 'Snatcher Beast' is prominently displayed in the atrium near the entrance of the Center of Learning as a reminder of what could have happened if they had not all worked as a team to overcome the unearthly threat. Salty grows to love the forests and lakes surrounding Ukkiville and spends his summers and part of autumn fishing and enjoying the spectacular colors of the foliage as the cooler temperatures arrive.
Wolfuk and Tropokt:
Ten years after the alien battle, Wolfuk relinquishes his sword and battleaxe and turns over the reins of the Master of Arms to Ambush, who becomes the protector of the Leader of Ukkiville. Wolfuk and his very close friend for many years, Tropokt, work as partners and offer their hunting and fishing guide services throughout the territory. During Ukkiville's annual Picnic, they gladly prepare fried fish and wild boar, roasted to perfection over the flames of a campfire. Wolfuk is often reminded of his deceased brother and hunting buddy, Foxuk, when he's out hunting. He loves sharing stories about Foxuk and his deceased friend, Protuk, and how the kind man carved small creatures of the forest. Protuk was adored by little children who received his intricate gifts of love before he died in the first big Skalag battle of 2075.
Ten years after the alien battle, Wolfuk relinquishes his sword and battleaxe and turns over the reins of the Master of Arms to Ambush, who becomes the protector of the Leader of Ukkiville. Wolfuk and his very close friend for many years, Tropokt, work as partners and offer their hunting and fishing guide services throughout the territory. During Ukkiville's annual Picnic, they gladly prepare fried fish and wild boar, roasted to perfection over the flames of a campfire. Wolfuk is often reminded of his deceased brother and hunting buddy, Foxuk, when he's out hunting. He loves sharing stories about Foxuk and his deceased friend, Protuk, and how the kind man carved small creatures of the forest. Protuk was adored by little children who received his intricate gifts of love before he died in the first big Skalag battle of 2075.
Bartuk and Tradulka:
These lifelong buddies remain the best of friends and operate a large dairy which provides the growing needs of the rapidly expanding village, as people from surrounding areas yearn to live in Ukkiville after learning of its wonderful benefits. They expand further and begin using drones to ship their 'Snatchers' brand of cheese throughout the Old United States and Canada.
These lifelong buddies remain the best of friends and operate a large dairy which provides the growing needs of the rapidly expanding village, as people from surrounding areas yearn to live in Ukkiville after learning of its wonderful benefits. They expand further and begin using drones to ship their 'Snatchers' brand of cheese throughout the Old United States and Canada.
Caru and Zo:
Zo finally overcomes the pain of losing Kree enough to get serious with Caru. The constant prodding from Vra, who admits to falling in love with Caru from the moment they first met, certainly helped. His sister even threatened to disown Zo if he wouldn't relent. On the 14th anniversary of the very first day they met, Zo invites Caru to that very same spot by the Lake of Dreams and proposes to his 'red-headed dream come true.' Without hesitation, Caru accepts, and they get married shortly afterward. With neither of them prone to do things halfway, they have five children. As time passes and Thoruk decides it's time to step down, Caru and Zo are elected co-leaders of Ukkiville. At Caru's urging, life-size statues of Zolokt, Angrokt and Thoruk's father and mother are erected near other memorials in front of Ukkiville's library to remind everybody that even enemies can find ways to unite if they put their minds to it.
Zo finally overcomes the pain of losing Kree enough to get serious with Caru. The constant prodding from Vra, who admits to falling in love with Caru from the moment they first met, certainly helped. His sister even threatened to disown Zo if he wouldn't relent. On the 14th anniversary of the very first day they met, Zo invites Caru to that very same spot by the Lake of Dreams and proposes to his 'red-headed dream come true.' Without hesitation, Caru accepts, and they get married shortly afterward. With neither of them prone to do things halfway, they have five children. As time passes and Thoruk decides it's time to step down, Caru and Zo are elected co-leaders of Ukkiville. At Caru's urging, life-size statues of Zolokt, Angrokt and Thoruk's father and mother are erected near other memorials in front of Ukkiville's library to remind everybody that even enemies can find ways to unite if they put their minds to it.
Vra and Teli:
The two lovebirds decide to be 'partners for life' but never marry. With drones and androids becoming the primary means of protection, transportation, and manufacturing, Teli convinces Salty to help support the construction of a plant to build androids and drones. Vra and Teli operate the quickly expanding business as competent partners.
The two lovebirds decide to be 'partners for life' but never marry. With drones and androids becoming the primary means of protection, transportation, and manufacturing, Teli convinces Salty to help support the construction of a plant to build androids and drones. Vra and Teli operate the quickly expanding business as competent partners.
Hoot and Hound Dog (Puppy Eyes):
Two years after helping save the world, Hoot and Hound Dog tie the knot. It doesn't take long before they begin having children — three to be exact — the eldest a boy and the two younger, girls. While Hound Dog teaches self-defense, Hoot shares her archery skills with teenagers and teaches a 'Mind Control' class at the Center of Learning. Her love for her younger brother, Skeeter, strengthens over time, but her deceased brother's caring spirit remains entrenched in her heart forever more. Though she knows he's in Heaven and is thankful for his guardianship, she still pictures Fox in his faded-purple shirt, tattered and sleeveless. Fortunately, Hoot doesn't encounter a need to use her destructive powers for many years.
Two years after helping save the world, Hoot and Hound Dog tie the knot. It doesn't take long before they begin having children — three to be exact — the eldest a boy and the two younger, girls. While Hound Dog teaches self-defense, Hoot shares her archery skills with teenagers and teaches a 'Mind Control' class at the Center of Learning. Her love for her younger brother, Skeeter, strengthens over time, but her deceased brother's caring spirit remains entrenched in her heart forever more. Though she knows he's in Heaven and is thankful for his guardianship, she still pictures Fox in his faded-purple shirt, tattered and sleeveless. Fortunately, Hoot doesn't encounter a need to use her destructive powers for many years.
Gno, Jrok, and Tiger:
Gno works with Tiger, and they pool their resources into gene and DNA splicing to research and solve chronic diseases that have plagued humans for centuries. They also teach their disciplines at the Center of Learning.
Gno works with Tiger, and they pool their resources into gene and DNA splicing to research and solve chronic diseases that have plagued humans for centuries. They also teach their disciplines at the Center of Learning.
Queasy and Aluki:
The elder scientist becomes bored with no muclones to dissect and study. Within months, Aluki has their first child, a boy. Aluki completes her schooling and becomes a doctor, taking over Doc's practice when he retires. Queasy is honored with an invitation to become the Director of Sciences and Engineering at the Center of Learning which he graciously accepts.
The elder scientist becomes bored with no muclones to dissect and study. Within months, Aluki has their first child, a boy. Aluki completes her schooling and becomes a doctor, taking over Doc's practice when he retires. Queasy is honored with an invitation to become the Director of Sciences and Engineering at the Center of Learning which he graciously accepts.
Woody:
Woody buys all of Tradulka's sheep and operates a large wool business. His hobby explodes, and Woody's Wines becomes famous throughout Texas and China. He invests a good portion of his profits to help modernize Ukkiville and expand their manufacturing base. Even though he enjoys dancing with women each Saturday evening at the civic center, he never marries. His heart never truly lets go of his pining for Hoot, even though he knows her heart belongs to Hound Dog and their family.
Woody buys all of Tradulka's sheep and operates a large wool business. His hobby explodes, and Woody's Wines becomes famous throughout Texas and China. He invests a good portion of his profits to help modernize Ukkiville and expand their manufacturing base. Even though he enjoys dancing with women each Saturday evening at the civic center, he never marries. His heart never truly lets go of his pining for Hoot, even though he knows her heart belongs to Hound Dog and their family.
Andralec (Angella) and Speedy:
Andralec asks Speedy to help design a match made in Heaven, just for her. After working on the project for a couple of weeks, she decides he's not nearly as obnoxious as she thought. In fact, she'd like her match to have much the same traits as Speedy, minus the southern accent. After reviewing 87,717 prospects, Andralec selects a suitable mate. To her dismay, within a couple of months, she finds out he lied about many of his traits and qualities and disintegrates the deceiving android with her lasers. She decides that such unions may not be worth all that trouble and chooses not to look for another for the time being. While helping Andralec, Speedy finds a match for himself. He and his new love decide to move to Ukkiville where they work with Queasy and run the Center of Learning. They also teach the sciences to help people learn about the latest technology. On the side, Andralec designs simulated clothing for androids and other AI devices to download to keep their images current with the latest in fashions. Speedy and Andralec put their differences aside and become the closest of friends.
Andralec asks Speedy to help design a match made in Heaven, just for her. After working on the project for a couple of weeks, she decides he's not nearly as obnoxious as she thought. In fact, she'd like her match to have much the same traits as Speedy, minus the southern accent. After reviewing 87,717 prospects, Andralec selects a suitable mate. To her dismay, within a couple of months, she finds out he lied about many of his traits and qualities and disintegrates the deceiving android with her lasers. She decides that such unions may not be worth all that trouble and chooses not to look for another for the time being. While helping Andralec, Speedy finds a match for himself. He and his new love decide to move to Ukkiville where they work with Queasy and run the Center of Learning. They also teach the sciences to help people learn about the latest technology. On the side, Andralec designs simulated clothing for androids and other AI devices to download to keep their images current with the latest in fashions. Speedy and Andralec put their differences aside and become the closest of friends.
Ambush:
Ambush accepts the Master of Arms position and moves to Ukkiville where he trains warriors throughout the territory.
Ambush accepts the Master of Arms position and moves to Ukkiville where he trains warriors throughout the territory.
Bertha and Havoc:
Bertha can't resist Havoc's purple hair. They decide to tie the knot in the first-ever AI wedding. Things go so well; they have six little androids, three girls and three boys, all sporting different hairdos of purple tufts atop their metallic craniums.
Bertha can't resist Havoc's purple hair. They decide to tie the knot in the first-ever AI wedding. Things go so well; they have six little androids, three girls and three boys, all sporting different hairdos of purple tufts atop their metallic craniums.
Skeeter and Angella:
The two of them are inseparable and their buddy relationship blossoms so profusely that Angella petitions to adopt Skeeter as an honorary AI member. The BAT Pack unanimously approves and erects a statue of Skeeter with a plaque that reads, "Earth's shining example of kindness and love for which all humans should strive." Together, they make more androids, better versions of Andralec with all the emotions, but improved with added powers much like those of the Blue Moon Generation and Skeeter.
The two of them are inseparable and their buddy relationship blossoms so profusely that Angella petitions to adopt Skeeter as an honorary AI member. The BAT Pack unanimously approves and erects a statue of Skeeter with a plaque that reads, "Earth's shining example of kindness and love for which all humans should strive." Together, they make more androids, better versions of Andralec with all the emotions, but improved with added powers much like those of the Blue Moon Generation and Skeeter.
The BAT Pack (Best Androids of Texas):
BAT membership of androids and AI devices continues to flourish as Artificial Intelligence expands beyond all expectations. They project the number of members to exceed the population of humans by 2135 or earlier. To show their willingness to work closely with humans, Bertha coordinates the creation of a statue to celebrate the teamwork between Texans, Ukes, Skalags and many members of the BAT Pack during the expulsion of the aliens during the dramatic battle on November 7, 2105. Bertha commissions a fabulous AI artist, Fiona, to design and erect an immense 8-foot replica of the 'Snatcher Beast' complete with an extended trunk, scales over the rear haunches, and eerie purple eyes. The statue was formed with the copper extracted from the alien bodies during the mass cremation, days after the Alien Expulsion Battle. Like a pincushion, eight reapers protrude from different locations: its chest, the fore of its hindquarters and other spots around the abdomen and neck. The gift is offered and unveiled during the Grand Opening of the Center of Learning in Ukkiville as a reminder of what can be accomplished when all parties, human and AI, cooperate to achieve a common goal.
BAT membership of androids and AI devices continues to flourish as Artificial Intelligence expands beyond all expectations. They project the number of members to exceed the population of humans by 2135 or earlier. To show their willingness to work closely with humans, Bertha coordinates the creation of a statue to celebrate the teamwork between Texans, Ukes, Skalags and many members of the BAT Pack during the expulsion of the aliens during the dramatic battle on November 7, 2105. Bertha commissions a fabulous AI artist, Fiona, to design and erect an immense 8-foot replica of the 'Snatcher Beast' complete with an extended trunk, scales over the rear haunches, and eerie purple eyes. The statue was formed with the copper extracted from the alien bodies during the mass cremation, days after the Alien Expulsion Battle. Like a pincushion, eight reapers protrude from different locations: its chest, the fore of its hindquarters and other spots around the abdomen and neck. The gift is offered and unveiled during the Grand Opening of the Center of Learning in Ukkiville as a reminder of what can be accomplished when all parties, human and AI, cooperate to achieve a common goal.
Several Couples:
The euphoria following the victory over the aliens super-charges quite a few couples. A few months after the alien expulsion from Earth, several birth announcements showered Ukkiville where Ukes and Skalags alike now reside happily together.
The euphoria following the victory over the aliens super-charges quite a few couples. A few months after the alien expulsion from Earth, several birth announcements showered Ukkiville where Ukes and Skalags alike now reside happily together.
Miss Gracivil:
Mercy's mother is a beloved angel whose memories have returned during her time in Heaven. She's wittier than ever with lots of friends in her new surroundings. Her only regret in life was not telling Thoruk and Mercy that they were brother and sister earlier so they all could have avoided the pain that followed.
Mercy's mother is a beloved angel whose memories have returned during her time in Heaven. She's wittier than ever with lots of friends in her new surroundings. Her only regret in life was not telling Thoruk and Mercy that they were brother and sister earlier so they all could have avoided the pain that followed.