Unwind Setting & Symbolism

Unwind Objects/Places

Unwinding

Unwinding is the process of removing an unwanted person's vital organs to be used as donations to those in need.

Harvest Camps

Harvest camps are medical facilities put in place to harvest organs from Unwinds. The facilities are publicly funded and many people see them as a benefit to the human race. Where there was once disease, Unwinds' parts - or bits of parts - can cure or prolong a person's life. One Unwind comments that he would rather be a part of someone who will do something great than be a person that never accomplishes anything.

Harvest camps were put into use after the Bill of Life was signed. A piece of informational literature explains it to the parents of potential Unwinds: "For your ease and peace of mind, there are a variety of a harvest camps to choose from. Each facility is privately owned, state licensed, and federally funded...
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