Rise & Shine

Set in a post-apocalyptic world where survivors in the city-states of Rise and Shine are locked in ongoing conflict, this story explores how their leaders use human suffering as a means of survival. Amidst the bleakness, the narrative examines the delicate balance between hope, compassion, and darker impulses in a society scarred by loss and despair. Inspired by a Kafkaesque fable, "Rise & Shine" offers a thought-provoking reflection on humanity’s resilience in troubled times.