Plot and characters for Blaze of Glory.

Plot

The year is 1875. A group of outlaws led by Jack Diamond plans to rob the Union Pacific Railroad, which is carrying a large shipment of gold and silver. They have a mole inside the railroad company, who tells them the exact time and route of the train. They think it will be a smooth operation, but they are wrong. The train is guarded by a team of Pinkerton agents, who have been tipped off about the robbery. A fierce gunfight erupts, and several outlaws and agents are killed or wounded. The surviving outlaws manage to blow up the safe and grab the loot, but they also cause a massive explosion that derails the train and sets it on fire. The outlaws are trapped inside the burning train, surrounded by enemies and debris, and must escape to make their way to Hole-In-The-Wall and safety.

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Chapter Outline.

Chapter 1: Introduction to main characters and their backgrounds, motivations, and personalities. How they join forces with Jack Dalton, a notorious outlaw leader, who has a daring plan to rob the Union Pacific Railroad, Establishing the setting and the historical context of the story.

Chapter 2: Revelation of the mole inside the railroad company, who is a close friend of Jack. He informs Jack about the time and route of the train that is carrying a large shipment of gold and silver. Jack and his gang prepare for the heist, gathering weapons, explosives, horses, and disguises. They scout the location and devise a strategy to ambush the train.

Chapter 3: The day of the heist arrives. Jack and his gang ride to the designated spot, where they hide and wait for the train. They are confident and excited, thinking that they have the upper hand. However, they are unaware that the train is guarded by a team of Pinkerton agents, who have been tipped off his close friend to sabotage Jack’s plan.

Chapter 4: The train approaches. Jack and his gang emerge from their hiding places and attack the train. A fierce gunfight erupts, and several outlaws and agents are killed or wounded. Jack and his gang manage to board the train and make their way to the safe, where they use dynamite to blow it open. They cause a massive explosion that derails the train and sets it on fire.

Chapter 5: The outlaws are trapped inside the burning train, surrounded by enemies and debris. They must escape to make their way to Mexico and safety. Some of them are injured, some of them are dead, and some of them are missing. Jack tries to rally his gang and lead them to the exit, but he faces resistance from the Pinkerton agents, who are still alive and fighting. He also faces betrayal from some of his own men, who want to take the loot for themselves.

Chapter 6: The climax of the story. Jack and his gang fight their way out of the train, but they encounter more obstacles and dangers along the way. They have to deal with a gang hired by Jack's old friend, who has followed them and wants to steal the loot. They have to deal with the local law enforcement, who has been alerted by the explosion and the smoke. They have to deal with the harsh terrain and the weather, which make their escape more difficult. They also have to deal with their own conscience and morality, which make them question their actions and their loyalty.

Chapter 7: The resolution of the story. Jack and his gang reach the border, but they are not all alive and well. Some of them have died, some of them have been captured, and some of them have deserted. Jack and the remaining outlaws cross the border and enter Mexico, where they hope to find a new life and a new identity. However, they are not free from their past and their sins. They have to face the consequences of their choices and their actions, which will haunt them for the rest of their lives.

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Characters


Jack Diamond: Jack Diamond is the leader of a notorious gang of outlaws who operate in the Wild West. He is a cunning, ruthless, and ambitious man who will stop at nothing to get what he wants. He is skilled with guns, explosives, and horses, and has a reputation for being fearless and daring. He is also charismatic and persuasive, able to recruit and command loyal followers. He has a long history of robbing banks, stagecoaches, and trains, and has a bounty on his head.

Jack has a personal vendetta against the Union Pacific Railroad, which he blames for ruining his family's farm and driving them into poverty. He sees the railroad as a symbol of the corrupt and oppressive government that he despises. He plans to rob the railroad of a large shipment of gold and silver, which he believes will make him rich and powerful. He has a mole inside the railroad company, who informs him of the exact time and route of the train. He thinks he has everything under control, but he is unaware that the train is guarded by a team of Pinkerton agents, who have been alerted by a rival gang.

Jack Diamond is confident, arrogant, and greedy. He does not care about the lives of his men or the innocent people on the train. He only cares about the loot and his own glory. He is willing to kill anyone who stands in his way, or who tries to betray him. He is also paranoid and suspicious, always looking out for possible enemies and threats. He trusts no one but family.

Jack Diamond is a tall, muscular, and handsome man. He has long dark brown hair, blue eyes, and a thick mustache. He wears a black hat, a red bandana, a black frock coat, and a pair of revolvers he wears in a red sash tied about his waist. He rides a black stallion named Diablo. He has a distinctive scar on his left cheek, which he got from a knife fight with a sheriff.

Jack is the main antagonist of the story. He is a complex and dynamic character, who faces many challenges and conflicts. He is motivated by his greed, his hatred, and his pride. He is a formidable foe, who will not give up easily. He is also a tragic character, who is doomed by his own flaws and mistakes. He is a classic example of a Western villain, who represents the dark side of the American frontier.


Samuel Jones: Samuel Jones is a former outlaw who used to ride with Jack and his gang. He is a smart, cunning, and resourceful man who knows how to infiltrate and manipulate people. He is also a skilled marksman and a master of disguise. He has a knack for finding and exploiting weaknesses in his enemies.

Sam has a complicated relationship with Jack. They were once close friends and partners in crime, but they had a falling out over a botched robbery that left Jack's old friend wounded and betrayed. He swore revenge on Jack and his gang and took a job with the Union Pacific Railroad, where he helped the railroad detour robberies and used his position to feed information to the Pinkertons and sabotage Jack's plans.

Sam is a conflicted, vengeful, and bitter man. He still has some feelings of loyalty and friendship for Jack, but he also hates him for what he did to him. He wants to see Jack suffer and pay for his crimes, but he also wants to save him from his own destruction. He is torn between his duty for the railroad and his past as an outlaw.

Sam is a short, wiry, and plain-looking man. He has brown hair, green eyes, and a thin mustache. He wears a variety of outfits and accessories to blend in with different environments and people. He carries a revolver and a knife. He has a tattoo of a snake on his right arm, which he covers with a sleeve or a bandage.

Sam is a secondary antagonist of the story. He is a complex and dynamic character, who faces many dilemmas and challenges. He is motivated by his revenge, his guilt, and his redemption. He is a formidable opponent, who will not hesitate to betray or kill anyone who crosses him. He is also a sympathetic character, who is haunted by his past and his choices. He is a classic example of a Western anti-hero, who represents the moral ambiguity and the personal conflict of the American frontier.


Elizabeth Carter: A young woman, who ran away from her abusive husband and joined the outlaws. She is brave, smart, and independent, and has a knack for disguises and deception. She is Jack’s lover, and the only woman in the gang. She is also Sam’s friend, and they often work together on missions.


Billy Smith: A former slave, who escaped from his plantation and joined the outlaws. He is quiet, loyal, and strong, and has a talent for tracking and scouting. He is Jack’s trusted scout, and often goes ahead to scout the terrain and the enemies. He is also Liz’s friend, and they share a bond of being oppressed by society.


Charles Browning: A young boy, who was orphaned by a bandit raid and adopted by Jack. He is naive, curious, and adventurous, and idolizes Jack and the other outlaws. He is Jack’s protégé and learns from him how to be an outlaw. He is also the comic relief of the story, and often gets into trouble with his antics.


Frank Wilson: A seasoned outlaw, who has been with Jack’s gang for a long time. He is loyal, reliable, and experienced, and knows how to handle any situation. He is Jack’s second-in-command, and often leads the gang when Jack is not around. He is also a mentor to Charlie and tries to teach him the ropes of the outlaw life.


Eddie Lee: A Chinese immigrant, who joined the outlaws after being discriminated and exploited by the railroad company. He is a clever, resourceful, and loyal man, who has a skill for mechanics and engineering. He is Jack’s explosives expert, though in reality he's no expert, helps him blow up the safe and the bridge. He is also a friend to Will, and they share a bond of being outsiders in the society.


Charles Watson: Charlie Watson is a veteran Pinkerton agent who has been tracking down Jack Dalton and his gang for years. He is a loyal, brave, and cunning leader, who always has a plan and a backup plan. He is skilled with a rifle and a revolver. He knows what questions to ask in order to find out what he needs to know. He is a master of interrogation and persuasion and has a network of informants and allies across the country. He is determined to bring Jack Dalton to justice and will stop at nothing to achieve his goal.

Charlie Watson is a tall, muscular man with a rugged face and a thick mustache. He wears a brown leather jacket, a beige shirt, a red bandana, and a black hat. He has a scar on his left cheek and a bullet wound on his right shoulder. He carries a Winchester rifle, a Colt revolver, and a knife. He also has a pocket watch, a flask, and a badge. He speaks with a deep, gruff voice and a slight Southern accent.


James Cooper: Charlie’s second-in-command, a loyal, reliable, and experienced agent. He is a skilled marksman and tracker, and often leads the agents in the field. He is Charlie’s friend and confidant and supports him in his mission.


Henry Jones: Samuel’s brother, who works as an agent for Charlie. He is a thin, nervous-looking man, with a pencil mustache and spectacles. He is the one who informs Charlie about the time and route of the train and helps him set up the trap for Jack and his gang at the canyon.


John Freemen: Also a former slave, who joined the Pinkerton agency after being freed by the Union Army. He is a quiet, loyal, and strong man, who has a skill for fighting and stealth. He is one of the few black agents in the Pinkerton agency and has faced discrimination and prejudice from both sides. He is also a friend to Billy Smith, a former slave and a member of Jack’s gang, and tries to convince him to join the Pinkerton agency.


Hanz Bruin: A young agent, who is new to the Pinkerton agency. He was born in the East to German immigrants, he headed West a few years ago for the excitement. He is naive, curious, and eager, and idolizes Charlie and the other agents.


Will Cooper: James’ brother, who works as an agent for Charlie. He is a loyal, reliable, and experienced agent, who is a skilled marksman and tracker. He often works with his brother in the field, and they have a strong bond.


Robert Clark: works as an agent for Charlie. He is a brave, smart, and independent man, who has a talent for disguise and deception. He poses as a passenger on the train, it is Robert that starts the gunfight on the train.