Fort Barnes
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| Elgin, (501,501-503,503) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Imposing complex of military might, now humbled by the outbreak |
Fort Barnes is a complex in Elgin suburb. The fort and its surroundings are patrolled by heavily armed military personnel, making any run within the fort walls risky for zombies and vampires .
The only way to enter the fort is through the gate at (502,503). As the blocks exterior to the gate are open streets and parking lot, one cannot Rooftop Run into the fort.
Fort Barnes details
| location name | coordinates | external text | internal text |
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| Fort Barnes Vehicle Depot | (503, 501) | Rows of rusting vehicles, once proud symbols of military might, now stand silent and neglected, their paint peeling and metal corroded by the passage of time and the harsh elements of the post-apocalyptic world. Tangled weeds weave their way through cracked pavement, reclaiming the space inch by inch, while shattered windows and bullet-riddled exteriors bear witness to past conflicts. The air is heavy with the scent of oil and decay, a poignant reminder of the depot's former bustling activity, now reduced to a haunting echo of days gone by. | Within the vehicle depot's confines, neglect reigns supreme. Rows of once-potent military vehicles now stand as silent witnesses to the passage of time, their surfaces coated in dust and grime. Rusty tools and discarded equipment litter the floor, testament to abandoned maintenance efforts. Amidst cracked concrete and faded markings, shadows dance, casting eerie silhouettes against the decaying walls, embodying the depot's slow descent into oblivion. |
| Fort Barnes Infirmary | (502, 501) | Outside the military fort's infirmary, the once pristine façade now stands as a haunting testament to the toll of war and devastation. Shattered windows reveal jagged edges, while bullet holes pepper the walls like pockmarks of conflict. Crumbling masonry and faded signage hint at the passage of time, as nature slowly reclaims its territory, vines creeping up the sides of the building and weeds pushing through cracks in the pavement. The air is heavy with the scent of decay, mingling with the distant echoes of battle that still haunt the surrounding landscape. | Within the dilapidated walls of the infirmary, the evidence of past turmoil is stark and palpable. Broken gurneys and splintered furniture litter the floors, remnants of frantic efforts to tend to the wounded amidst chaos and strife. Tattered curtains sway mournfully in the breeze, offering scant privacy to the ghosts of patients long gone. Despite the ravages of time and neglect, the lingering scent of antiseptic lingers in the air, a faint reminder of the facility's former purpose. |
| Fort Barnes Storehouse | (501, 501) | Standing sentinel within the fortified walls of the military stronghold, the exterior of the storage facility exudes an aura of resilience and purpose. Its rugged façade, weathered by years of service, stands as a testament to its role in safeguarding vital supplies and equipment essential for the fort's operations. | Within the storage facility's forsaken halls, the scene is one of desolation and ruin. Rows of shelves and storage units, once meticulously arranged, now lie in disarray, their contents strewn across the cold, concrete floor. Broken crates and twisted metal serve as silent reminders of past upheaval, while shadows dance ominously amidst the debris, casting eerie shapes against the dimly lit interior. |
| Fort Barnes Barracks | (501, 502) | Outside the barracks within the fortified walls of the military fort, a haunting stillness reigns. The weather-beaten facade, marked by years of wear and tear, stands as a testament to the fort's enduring resilience in the face of adversity. Crumbling masonry and faded insignias hint at the passage of time, while the shadows cast by the setting sun cloak the barracks in an eerie silence, emphasizing their long-abandoned state. | Within the barracks, a scene of desolation unfolds. Empty bunks, their frames overturned and splintered, lie scattered haphazardly across the floor. Moldy sheets and bedding, long abandoned to decay, cling to the tarnished metal springs, remnants of a time when life pulsed through these now-forgotten quarters. The air hangs heavy with the scent of neglect, as dust motes dance in the dim light filtering through cracked windows, casting eerie shadows upon the barren walls. |
| Fort Barnes Armory | (502, 502) | N/A | Within the forsaken confines of the fort's armory, the scene is one of desolation and plunder. Empty racks and shelves bear witness to the absence of weapons and ammunition, their contents long pilfered by scavengers or lost to time. Tattered remnants of torn ammunition crates litter the floor, while rusted firearms lay strewn amidst the debris, their once lethal purpose now rendered obsolete. Yet amidst the ruin, a glimmer of possibility remains; hidden alcoves and forgotten caches suggest that perhaps, just perhaps, a few weapons may still be found amidst the chaos for those daring enough to search. |
| Fort Barnes Training Ground | (503, 502) | Outside the fort's shooting range, a sense of abandonment permeates the air. Faded targets, weathered by time and neglect, stand silent amidst overgrown weeds and cracked pavement. The once lively echo of gunfire has long since faded, replaced by the eerie stillness of an abandoned training ground. Rusting metal barriers and decaying wooden structures offer silent testimony to the rigorous drills that once took place here, now swallowed by the passage of time. Yet, despite its dilapidated state, the shooting range still holds the echoes of its former purpose, a haunting reminder of the soldiers who once honed their skills within its confines. | Within the forsaken confines of the fort's shooting range, the atmosphere is heavy with the weight of abandonment. Empty bullet casings litter the ground, forgotten remnants of training exercises long past. Faded targets hang askew from rusted chains, their surfaces pockmarked with the scars of countless rounds fired in practice. The air, thick with the scent of gunpowder and decay, hangs stagnant amidst the crumbling walls and shattered windows. Amidst the desolation, the distant echo of gunfire still lingers, a haunting reminder of the drills and camaraderie that once filled this now silent chamber. |
| Fort Barnes Mess Hall | (501, 503) | Outside the mess hall of the fort, neglect paints a grim portrait of abandonment. Cracked pavement leads to weather-worn steps, their once sturdy rails now rusted and decayed. Windows, long shattered, gape like empty eye sockets amidst the crumbling facade, while weeds push through the cracks in the concrete, reclaiming the land. The air is heavy with the scent of decay and neglect, a somber reminder of the bustling activity that once filled these now silent halls. | Within the forsaken walls of the fort's mess hall, a scene of desolation unfolds. Tables and chairs lie overturned, their once vibrant surfaces now faded and worn by time. The air hangs heavy with the stale odor of abandoned meals, mingling with the musty scent of neglect. Cracked windows filter feeble rays of light, casting eerie shadows across the barren room. Empty serving counters stand as silent witnesses to the bustling activity that once filled this now deserted space. Amidst the silence, only the lingering memory of camaraderie remains, a testament to the life that once thrived within these walls. |
| Fort Barnes Gate | (502, 503) | Outside the fort's gatehouse, the scene is one of abandonment and decay. Crumbling stone walls, weathered by time and neglect, stand as silent sentinels guarding the entrance to the fortress. The once sturdy gate lies broken and twisted, its rusted hinges unable to withstand the ravages of the elements. Weeds and ivy creep through the cracks in the pavement, reclaiming the land inch by inch. The air is heavy with the scent of damp earth and decay, a poignant reminder of the fortress's slow descent into oblivion. | Within the confines of the fort's gatehouse, a somber atmosphere prevails. Dust motes dance in the dim light filtering through cracked windows, casting eerie shadows upon the weathered walls. The floor, strewn with debris and fallen masonry, bears the weight of years gone by. A sense of abandonment permeates the air, mingling with the musty scent of neglect. Broken mechanisms and rusted gears lie scattered amidst the ruins, remnants of a time when this place buzzed with activity. |
| Fort Barnes Exercise Yard | (503, 503) | Outside the fort's exercise yard, signs of neglect and decay are evident. Chain-link fences, once sturdy and imposing, now sag under the weight of rust and age. Weeds push through the cracks in the asphalt, reclaiming the ground inch by inch. The faded lines of a basketball court serve as a ghostly reminder of past recreation, now abandoned to the elements. Empty benches and dilapidated exercise equipment stand as silent witnesses to the passage of time, their surfaces weathered and worn by the harsh elements of the post-apocalyptic world. | Within the confines of the fort's exercise yard, the scene is one of desolation and abandonment. Cracked pavement stretches out beneath overgrown weeds, reclaiming the space with relentless determination. Dilapidated exercise equipment stands as rusted relics of a bygone era, their surfaces weathered and worn by time and neglect. Empty benches line the perimeter, offering silent testimony to the solitude that now pervades this once bustling area. The air hangs heavy with the scent of decay and damp earth, a haunting reminder of the fortress's gradual decline into obscurity. |

















