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While attempting to leave with [[Maybe]] another member of The Coalition, the door of the church flew open and gunfire rang out. Outside was [[Big E]], who upon having heard Maybe in distress, had | While attempting to leave with [[Maybe]] another member of The Coalition, the door of the church flew open and gunfire rang out. Outside was [[Big E]], who upon having heard Maybe in distress, had commanded [[Durai]] of The Helping Hand to have opened the door via a lockpick. It was during the confusion and gunfire that [[Rango]] had quietly taken possession of the gun Vici had been using. As Big E eliminated the remaining cultist, Durai knocked out Sal, and Rango jumped up and downed the last remaining members of The Blackthorn Gang, Father Abraham and [[Boone]]. | ||
Latest revision as of 14:05, 28 October 2025
Overview
Group/Faction Affiliation: Blackthorn Gang
Status: Deceased
Father Abraham, devoted minister turned cold, ruthless member of the Blackthorn Gang, while generally known to have been quiet and reserved, cemented his legacy in DayZUnderground when he aligned himself with the Cult of Papa and organized an event that resulted in the deaths of five people from three different groups and factions.
Appearance
Father Abraham often wore flat caps, glasses and dark clothing as part of his outfit within BTG. Later on when collaborating with The Cult, he would be gifted their robes. He would occasionally sport a white bandana as well.
Origins
Born Abraham Braun, he was a man of quiet conviction who only spoke when needed too. From his youth, faith had been the foundation of his life, laid brick by brick under the stern but loving guidance of his father, Sylvester Braun, a Baptist minister. As a young man, Abraham lived in the shadow of the pulpit, his understanding of the world shaped by scripture and Sunday morning rituals.
During his teenage years, Abraham was no stranger to rebellion, flirting with the recklessness of youth, he was no stranger to alcohol, fast cars, and rash decisions. That rebellion ended one fateful night when he wrapped his car around a tree after a night of partying. Trapped and bleeding, he swore to God that if he survived, he would leave the foolishness behind.
From that moment forward, Abraham devoted himself to his ministry, following his father’s shoes and eventually taking over the family church. His sermons, once brimmed with passion and empathy, drew in people from surrounding counties. It was then that he married his childhood sweetheart and love of his life, Barbara. She was his anchor and lighthouse when the world got to be too much for Abraham. A kind, steady woman with a smile that could quiet any storm brewing inside his soul. Their happiness only grew when their daughter, Elizabeth, was born.
For a time, Abraham was the happiest man in the world. Content in his lot in life. However, not long after her twelfth birthday, Elizabeth fell ill, and a leukemia diagnosis soon followed. Abraham leaned heavier on his faith, calling onto God for a miracle. But that miracle never came and within the year, Elizabeth was gone.Despite this, Abraham leaned even heavier into his faith, desperate for comfort and solace. Barbara, however, fell into a deep, dark depression that kept her bedridden for months. Exactly one year after the death of their daughter, Abraham returned home from his church to find his wife in their tub, her wrists open and the crimson stained water spilling into the floor.
From this moment on, Abraham was a broken man. His sermons became hollow and without conviction, soon the church grew empty, and he was left alone. Drowning in his pain and sorrow, Abraham took to the bottle to ease his pain but was soon displaced with anger and guilt.
Soon after, Abraham took off from his hometown. Working odd jobs here and there, sleeping in any hole he could barter his way into. Before too long he lost track of time and purpose, his life becoming nothing more than an intoxicating haze. Civilization around him began to crumble after the outbreaks started, Abraham felt a pulling at his soul one night while drunk and slumped over in a musty roadside motel. Nightmares plagued Abraham and soon his deceased wife called out to him through his dreams, pleading with him to go out into chaos and make a difference. To be the good shepherd he once was.
Sometime after, Abraham found himself signing up with a humanitarian group that was flying out to South Zagoria, Chernarus. Surviving the plane crash off the coast of South Zagoria, Abraham found his way to the shore and began his new life. A life of survival.
For days and weeks, Abraham traveled across the lands, meeting other survivors, both good and bad, until he eventually found Mogilevka. More specifically, the Church of Mogilevka. Abraham felt a spiritual pull to make this place among the rolling hills his home and so he did. For some time, Abraham cleaned up the church and adjacent home and began his new life of providing spiritual guidance and hope to the survivors of South Zagoria.
Such friendships began forming after a chance encounter with The Blackthorn Gang, where they held Abraham up and left him barefoot. Despite the blood loss from having to walk to safety he was thankful to still be alive. Unbeknownst to Abraham, this interaction would set into motion a series of events that would see him being approached by Skitz of The Blackthorn Gang about joining them. Abraham, still the devout and humble shepherd, weighed his options. He prayed for guidance and before long he had agreed to join them. To Abraham, The Blackthorn Gang symbolized family, community, and protection. Despite being the ever-hopeful man of the cloth, Abraham was still lonely and hungered for community. He also saw this as an opportunity to continue his mission to bring salvation and hope to the masses under the protection of a powerful ally, despite their ruthlessness. From that moment on, Abraham ran alongside his new family and soon became a familiar name among others in the land. Unfortunately, through the hold-ups, the shootings, and banditry Abraham began to lose a little more of himself each time. With each beating and gunshot to the leg he dished out, the humble minister lost more of his soul than he had realized.
Demeanor
For many, Father Abraham was a quiet, stoic man who rarely spoke but when he did speak to others, he chose his words carefully and deliberately. Not one for small talk, he was usually found brooding in the corner smoking and watching everyone else. Abraham carried himself with the weary composure of a man who had seen too much but refused to give up. Some would describe his demeanor as being calm but unsettling, his words balancing between tough but compassionate and menacing. He carried himself slowly but deliberate and while polite, softly spoken, there was an intensity in his gaze that betrays a fiery internal struggle.
Actions
Learning Deceit
Father Abraham had a small impact with his in-person/on radio church services; it wasn’t until he was approached by The Blackthorn Gang did his life begin to truly take shape. While many had no idea that the humble shepherd had any allegiance to Blackthorn, this proved to be the perfect opportunity to prove his worth to the group. While still new to the bandit lifestyle, Father Abraham was tasked with using this to his advantage and led Earnhardt and other members of the Black Mountain Rangers and from the Overlook into a successful ambush. This deception and willingness to do what was asked of him proved to the leaders of Blackthorn that Abraham was ready and capable of doing what needed to be done for the sake of his newfound family.
Over time, Abraham led a life of gunfights, drinking, and one of pride and a twisted sense of happiness. With The Blackthorn Gang at his back, Abraham began trying to spread the gospel once again. For Memorial Day, a church service was held in Stary Sobor and every survivor, despite their group or faction, were invited. Despite an attempt by unknown assailants to kill attendees as they arrived or left, the service went on and many made it out alive. There, Abraham made connections with many new survivors from all over.
The Cult Takes Notice
With the flame inside him reignited, Abraham set out to continue to spread the gospel. This time at the church he grew to call home and love, Mogilevka. It was during the planning stages of these future sermons that Abraham was approached by the Cult of Papa. Abraham was asked to hold a series of sermons at his church and to turn a blind eye when the time came for a select few to be culled by the Cult. In exchange, Abraham was offered power, legitimacy, and a fresh pair of robes for his cooperation. Abraham asked that his brothers and sisters in The Blackthorn Gang be spared. The deal was struck and Father Abraham set in motion what would become a lasting mark on his legacy.
After two church services that went off without a hitch, Father Abraham was given the warning that the third service would be the final one that needed to be held. At the behest of Vici, of the Cult of Papa, Abraham had set out to ensure that as many people were invited and showed up as possible. More specifically, members of the Host, the Coalition, and the Overlook would make an appearance. Despite having history with certain members from some of these groups, Abraham was asked of him. The trials and tribulations he had endured and being in a constant state of survival, Abraham’s morals and care for those outside his own family were eroding. Darkness had taken hold of his soul and blackened his heart.
Massacre in Mogilevka
The fateful day came, the Church of Mogilevka had more people inside than it had ever seen before. Despite what was to transpire that day, Abraham was filled with joy to see so many in attendance. The sermon went off without any interruptions and then the signal was given. Abraham and the rest of The Blackthorn Gang demanded everyone put their hands up and remain seated. The Cult revealed themselves and one by one, members of The Host, The Coalition, and The Overlook were lined up behind the pulpit. One by one, Vici called out each member and began executing them one by one. While many of those in attendance had been searched and disarmed before the service by Blackthorn, a couple members of the Helping Hand had slipped through the cracks. Rakkasan John had jumped up and fired off a couple shots that killed Vici, who was then quickly put down by Sal, of The Blackthorn Gang. Seconds later, Mufasa, another member of The Helping Hand, stood up and fired off some shots but was also quickly downed. At this point, only a handful of Blackthorn members and an unnamed disciple of the Cult remained to control those in attendance. The disciple continued on in his leader’s absence, with more death. Of those who had been gunned down by the cultists were Delilah and Roscoe of The Host, Gary and Wisp of The Coalition, Cooper of the Eastside Traders (who had taken the place of Hatchet of The Overlook), and Peruvian of The Overlook.
While attempting to leave with Maybe another member of The Coalition, the door of the church flew open and gunfire rang out. Outside was Big E, who upon having heard Maybe in distress, had commanded Durai of The Helping Hand to have opened the door via a lockpick. It was during the confusion and gunfire that Rango had quietly taken possession of the gun Vici had been using. As Big E eliminated the remaining cultist, Durai knocked out Sal, and Rango jumped up and downed the last remaining members of The Blackthorn Gang, Father Abraham and Boone.
Barely surviving, Father Abraham and his fellow Blackthorn members were able to sneak out of the church and back to Blackthorn Castle. Whether through the dark influence of the Cult of Papa or from trauma, Abraham’s soul grew darker, and he became colder and more disillusioned with power. Having believed that he would be the next great disciple, Father Abraham plunged headfirst into spreading the word of suffering in the name of Papa.
Notable Relationships
After the massacre at the Church of Mogilevka, most of South Zagoria hated Father Abraham for what he had done. Because of this, those who knew him outside of The Blackthorn Gang were considered enemies.
Boone
One of Abraham’s closest allies and brother in The Blackthorn Gang. Boone had been by Abraham’s side since he joined the group. He had been there when Abraham proved himself and through most of the gunfights and conflict during his time.
Sal
Another close brother from The Blackthorn Gang, while a bit unstable and despite being a cannibal, Sal had been by Abraham’s side during some of the darkest moments of his life in South Zagoria. He had also shown much interest in the Cult of Papa and became Abraham’s pupil in the teachings of Papa.
Rango
Despite what he had done, Father Abraham held his friendship to Rango (before and after the events in Mogilevka) close to his heart. He respected Rango and counted him among his brothers, despite having differing beliefs and opinions on how to survive this world.
Where are they now?
For weeks and months, Father Abraham stayed on the run and hid after the massacre in Mogilevka. Making most connections via the radio, he spoke often about his newfound belief in the Lord of Suffering and calling for others to embrace the suffering. Despite the presence of his brothers and sisters in Blackthorn, Abraham felt the walls closing in around him as the attacks against Blackthorn exploded due to what happened. The world hated him and The Blackthorn Gang now. Friendships had been broken, and it was only a matter of time before Abraham’s sins caught up to him.
Tired of running and seeing his family pay for his actions, Abraham made a pact with himself, that he would make sure his family was in a good place to take care of themselves and that he would pay for his sins.
Outside Staroye, Father Abraham sat up against a boulder at what was known as Mother’s Embrace. There he knew he would find who he was looking for, so he bid his time. Before long, the man he had come to see walked up. Rango stood before Abraham questioning the presence of an unholy man in a holy place. Abraham told Rango of his willingness to turn himself over. That the time had come, as Papa foretold. Abraham would turn himself over to Rango and The Overlook but asked that because of his respect for the Provider and their shared history, it would be Rango who decides what should happen to him.
As the rain started to fall around them, Father Abraham asked that his final journal entry be returned to The Blackthorn Gang, and he knelt down in front of the man that once considered him a friend. Rango pulled the trigger of his revolver and executed Father Abraham at Mother’s Embrace.