Character
Rainey
Rainey is the Marine who finds Jed Welch during the Queens collapse and brings him toward the platoon remnant.
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Story arc
Rainey's arc is short and tragic. He begins as a steady Marine and becomes part of the convoy horror that forces Jed into a brutal decision.
Major decisions, rescues, losses, injuries, deaths, or status changes
Track his decision to bring Jed back to the platoon, his rank reveal, and his infection or transformation during the rail-yard attack.
Relationships and story connections
Primary relationship targets: Jed Welch, Sergeant Townsend, Sgt. Kuhn, Sgt. Boon, and 401st Civil Affairs.
Plot impact
Rainey makes Jed's early Redemption arc personal. His loss deepens Jed's guilt and sharpens his survival instincts.