Enemy Atlas #1: Wood World

AT A GLANCE…

Rolling green hills. The cool blue of an Alpine stream. The restive shade of a conifer forest. These and other distressing images may come to mind when one thinks upon WOOD WORLD, the front line of our Empire’s defenses. But how has this Level come by such a poor reputation?

During the BETA AGE, when criminal gangs of Bugs ran roughshod over authorities, several branches of the Enemy Corps became fronts for criminal activity. It is believed that, during this time, much of Wood World’s funds were funneled into criminal enterprises. Once a thorny wood of mayhem, this drain on resources saw most of its traps going missing or falling into severe disrepair. The shocking result: an unfortunately pleasant world in which virtually nothing can kill you.

Naturally, this level attracts its share of burnouts and no-hopers. But all is not lost! Wood World still serves a crucial purpose: luring potential invaders into a false sense of security. By projecting an image of general weakness and incompetence, you may be affording your neighbors in the more dangerous sectors of the Empire an extra element of surprise.

A salute to you, Wood Worlders! Your inevitable deaths will not be in vain.

JOIN WOOD WORLD IF…

• You are a plant. Apart from fitting in with the thematic milieu, plant enemies can glut themselves on many nutrient-rich soils, waters, and an exquiste local blend of sunlight.
• You enjoy walking. The typical Wood Worlder’s day conists of milling about in circles or straight lines atop small, grassy platforms. Enemies who hop a bit as well as walking will also find easy employment here.
• You are not very dangerous. Enemies who lack natural defenses, spiney bits, ambiton, most/all limbs, or basic self-preservation instincts will fit in well with Wood World’s office culture.

Turn the page to find out about this World’s Bosses!