East of West

Summary

“East of West” is a sprawling science fiction Western set in an alternate America where the Civil War never ended, resulting in seven fractured nations locked in uneasy alliances. The story takes place in a dystopian future dominated by prophecy and political intrigue, with themes of betrayal, vengeance, and the end of the world. At its center is Death, one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, who abandons his mission to destroy humanity after falling in love with a human woman. Betrayed by his fellow Horsemen, Death now roams the wastelands seeking vengeance and searching for his lost son, who has become entangled in a doomsday prophecy. The series blends Western grit with futuristic technology and mystical elements, creating a rich tapestry of genre-bending storytelling. Governments, religious sects, and secret orders all jockey for power, while the lingering presence of prophecy drives everyone’s decisions. The world is violent and cruel, yet layered with moments of tenderness and irony. At its heart, “East of West” examines cycles of destruction, the cost of loyalty, and whether love can survive in a world built to end. The narrative is deliberately complex, weaving multiple storylines together, making the journey as much about political intrigue as it is about apocalyptic warfare.