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The Dutchman: A Life of Loyalty, Honor and Struggle.
Early Life and Loss
Born in the calm and picturesque Netherlands, Wim Docht's early years were filled with peaceful memories of open skies, windmills, and green fields. His family lived a quiet life in the countryside, away from the noise of cities. Wim was the oldest of two brothers, often looking after his younger sibling, Dylan. Their parents taught them the value of hard work and honesty, principles Wim would never forget.But this peaceful life did not last. When the Combine arrived, everything changed. Their invasion was swift and merciless. In the chaos that followed, the Netherlands was flooded by the Combine to wipe out growing resistance efforts. The waters came fast, and the destruction was complete. Wim lost both of his parents in the flooding, and he was torn away from his brother during the evacuation. That moment, alone, wet, and grieving, never left him. The loss left deep scars on his heart. But even through the pain, Wim did not give in to despair. He carried on, because he believed it was what his parents would have wanted.
Wim eventually found his way to City 29, one of the many cities under Combine control. There, he joined the Civil Workers Union, seeking structure, stability, and a place to rebuild his life. At first, he was just another face in the crowd, a low-ranking apprentice doing simple labor. But Wim worked hard. He took every task seriously and always followed orders. His superiors noticed. Over time, he rose through the ranks, eventually becoming a Senior Worker. He earned a reputation for being dependable, honest, and loyal to the Union and the Combine.
Transition and Political Rise
Years passed, and Wim's dedication never wavered. His hard work caught the attention of higher officials. When the time came to send reliable workers to City 24, Wim was selected. The move was difficult, but Wim accepted it
without question. City 24 brought new challenges, more responsibility, new coworkers and a city filled with unrest. But Wim adapted. He took charge of managing various CWU operations and helped bring order to the struggling workforce.It was during this time that Wim started to see how politics worked. He noticed how some rose faster than others, and how loyalty and control went hand in hand. He studied the system carefully, learning who to trust and when to speak.
Later, Wim was transferred again, this time to City 8. There, the political environment was even more intense. With more eyes watching and more power at stake, Wim had to be careful. He continued to prove his value, stepping into roles that required leadership, organization, and careful planning. He began sitting in on security meetings when they were open to Tier 3 supporters and working with other political figures. Over time, he became Foreman of the Civil Workers Union in City 8. His title meant more responsibility, but also more influence. Wim welcomed both.
At some point in time, the Sector Director of the Civil Workers Union extended a personal invitation to Wim, offering him a position within the Collaborators Party. It was a rare honor and one that officially marked the beginning of his political career.
From that moment forward, Wim was no longer just a normal foreman, he became a political figure, aligning himself directly with the Combine’s vision of societal structure and control. He took part in meetings, votes, and political discussions, honing the instincts that would later define his rise in Terminal 7.
Terminal 7 and the Chairmanship
Eventually, the Combine initiated another relocation. This time, the destination was Terminal 7, a newer settlement with strategic importance. For Wim, this move was different. He wasn’t just another worker being transferred. He was brought in as a trusted figure with real influence. Wim took his place among the Terminal’s
leadership, and his impact was immediate. He used everything he had learned over the years: His work ethic, his discipline and his understanding of power, to reshape the way things were run.As time went on, Wim’s leadership solidified. He became Chairman of Terminal 7, the highest civilian role in the region. Under his guidance, the Terminal saw increased productivity, tighter security, and stronger ties with the Combine administration. Wim made sure the Terminal was efficient, loyal, and free of dissent to the best of his ability. He had finally reached a position where he could make real change.
Even as he rose in power, Wim never forgot where he came from. The loss of his family, the flooding of his homeland, and the years of struggle shaped him into who he is. His loyalty was born not out of fear, but out of a belief that order was better than chaos. Wim Docht built his life around that belief and in doing so, he became one of the most trusted and effective civilian leaders under the Combine regime.
Back at Last, City 24
After many years of work across various cities and terminals, Wim has returned to where part of hisjourney began, City 24. But much has changed since he first set foot here. Wim is no longer Foreman and he has since stepped away from the Civil Workers Union, having fulfilled his purpose within it. His time as Chairman of Terminal 7 also came to an end. Yet, this was not a fall from grace, it was a shift in direction. In recognition of his long-standing loyalty and service, Wim was promoted to Collaborator Tier 2.Now, Wim serves under the Ministry of Progress in the Technical Research Department, applying his structured mind and experience to technological development and innovation.
But perhaps most importantly, he was named the first member and leader of the Unity Tribunal, a new committee created to uphold ideological purity and loyalty within the Collaborators Party. His appointment was made by the current Chairman of City 24, Wyatt Callaway, who recognized Wim for his years of unwavering service, known for his strictness and belief in order, is the ideal figure to oversee such a body.
Relations
Loves | Admires | Respects | Friend | Acquaintance | Neutral | Distrusts | Dislikes | Hates | Deceased
Loves | Admires | Respects | Friend | Acquaintance | Neutral | Distrusts | Dislikes | Hates | Deceased
Name | Relation | History |
Cherry | Acquaintance / Distrusts | Cherry is a kind young woman, part of a certain ministry. We’ve only just started to build something resembling trust. Slowly. I want to believe in it. I really do. There’s something sincere about her, and I find myself hoping she won’t give me a reason to doubt her. But with her kind of people… you never really know. Still, I’m holding onto that hope. Maybe foolishly, but sincerely. |
Ludwig Keitel | Acquaintance | Fellow Collaborator in the same political binder, shared ideology. Frequently interactions within the clinic, where both work or outside of that. While not really that close personally, we uphold a professional and political relation. |
Stephanie Roberts | Acquaintance / Neutral | Roberts, she’s the Civil Medical Director and Tier 6. We work under the same roof at the clinic, but truthfully, we barely exchange words. I pass her in the hallway now and then, but beyond that, there’s little to say. She seems competent, but I don't know her well enough to form any real opinion. |
Idris Rastaman | Respects / Friend | Rasta... My old boss in the Civil Workers Union for nearly a decade. The man spoke my mother tongue and that alone created a bond most others couldn’t touch. He was always there for me when it mattered. The kindest employer ever, at least, to me. Not every decision he made was perfect and there were times he vanished without a word. But none of that ever erased how he treated me. He was the best boss I’ve ever had, and I mean that. |
Emiyo Marcum | Neutral | Marcum, once a CMU Director and high-ranking in the Collaborators Party. Hell even vice city administrator, now works for the CWU after falling from grace. Demoted, branded and spent time on parole. Though reinstated as a citizen, our interactions have always been strained. I don't feel much compassion for her anymore. It feels odd to see someone who once had so much lose everything. |
Ashley Valera | Admires | my guide into politics, my senior forewoman, my friend, and the one who got me to become Chairman. She vouched for me when no one else did. She's gone now… and I miss her every day. |
Uwe Schulz | Neutral / Distrusts | Once high up in the party, but like many others, he fell, Just not as far. No public disgrace, no status stripped, just demoted to Tier 4. We don’t speak much anymore. I don’t feel much toward him these days, and something about the way he vanishes for stretches of time… I just don’t know. |
Amelie Solene | Neutral / Distrusts | A quiet, broken woman tied to Noah Majors', his… Ex-partner. An once underclass citizen, one of the lowest, and yet somehow still walking the streets. She only speaks French now, rarely left her apartment after Majors' death. I don’t trust her, not really. But she might still be of some use to me. I’m trying to nudge her into something more… productive. |
