The outskirts of Alton have long served as a key node in wartime supply chains. With its central location, extensive railway access, and critical position along the Mississippi River, Alton remains a high-value target for both the Coalition of Sovereign Territories (COST) and the United Federal States (UFS).
Following last year’s intense fighting, UFS stationed a battalion in the region to oversee reconstruction and expand the depot, reinforcing Alton’s role as a strategic supply hub. However, recent developments have raised alarm: Civilian Defense Force (CDF) units, once instrumental in securing the area, have withdrawn, leaving UFS forces to hold Alton alone. Why? Read More »