The World's Psychic Maelstrom
A key concept of the Apocalypse World setting and system, the Maelstrom is a roiling, psychic phenomenon, just at the edge of everyone's perception. It either caused, or was caused by, the apocalypse. Beings in the post-apocalypse may Open Their Brains to the Maelstrom, in order to learn new information or interact with the world on a psychic level.
It is possible to directly interact with (and perhaps alter) the Maelstrom, via augury, some character abilities and technology.
The Wolves of the Maelstrom are linked to the Maelstrom itself - perhaps they are its agents, or perhaps something else.
For more information, see the Apocalypse World books.
Manifestation
The Maelstrom is experienced differently by each person.
Type
Metaphysical, Psychic
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