The Farmworkers

Lore & Background

These workers exist in a precarious position between two worlds. They live in human settlements located near the farm boundaries, yet they serve masters who are not of their own kind. Their knowledge of the true nature of the farms is absolute; they understand that the children they care for are destined to be eaten. Despite this grim reality, most comply with orders due to fear of demonic retribution or economic necessity within the demon-controlled economy. The relationship between Farmworkers and demons is strictly hierarchical. While humans manage the day-to-day care to ensure high-quality 'livestock,' the final authority rests with the demons who inspect the harvest. This dynamic creates a tense atmosphere where workers must maintain appearances of normalcy for the children while preparing them for export, often masking their own discomfort or complicity behind professional facades.

In Their Own Story

The morning mist clung to the gravel road as the worker adjusted his cap, checking the manifest one last time. The truck idled quietly, its engine a low hum against the silence of the farm perimeter. He knew what sat in the crates behind him—children who thought they were going on a trip. His hand hovered over the ignition key, trembling slightly before he forced it steady. There was no turning back now; the demons would be watching from the shadows. With a deep breath that fogged in the cold air, he shifted into gear and drove toward the gate.

Reader's Guide

This faction comprises human laborers employed by the Demon hierarchy to manage agricultural sites where children are raised as livestock. Their primary goal is ensuring efficient harvest and export of shipments without alerting the subjects until collection day. Members include drivers, overseers, and maintenance staff who reside in designated border zones near the farms. They act as the physical bridge between the demon masters and the human 'livestock,' handling daily care logistics while maintaining secrecy from the children's perspective. Members are bound by strict contracts and fear of punishment from their demonic employers, though they remain biologically human. Within the conflict, they serve as both obstacles to escape and potential weak points in the system due to their mortality. Unlike demons, they can be reasoned with or coerced, making them pivotal during rescue operations. Their existence highlights the tragic collaboration between humans and demons that sustains the farm economy. Overall, they represent the mundane evil of bureaucracy supporting a monstrous trade. While not supernatural themselves, their compliance enables the cycle of death to continue across multiple generations of orphans. Understanding their motivations is key for any escape plan targeting the logistics chain rather than just the demon masters directly.

Did You Know?

• Farmworkers wear distinct uniforms that identify them as authorized personnel within the farm system.
• They operate specialized vehicles used specifically for transporting export shipments to the demon lands.
• Most workers are fully aware of the children's fate but prioritize their own survival and compliance.
• Some individuals have shown moments of hesitation or secret sympathy toward the livestock they manage.