The: Stand

As the survivors wander, they are drawn by dreams toward one of two figures who represent the cosmic struggle between good and evil:

: Also known as "The Dark Man" or "The Walkin' Dude," he is a demonic entity gathering forces in Las Vegas. He rules through fear, attracting those with darker impulses or a desire for rigid order. Key Characters The Stand

: Within weeks, civilization crumbles as the military fails to contain the spread. As the survivors wander, they are drawn by

The story begins with a catastrophic lab accident at a government facility. As the survivors wander