Ashlands

Remains of the area to the southeast. This area was specifically targeted by many nuclear warheads for either an unknown reasons, or Sioux Falls anti-ballistic defenses that didn't work well enough. Definitely the most dangerous region in the Midwestern Open, this area is extremely difficult to get into without special equipment such as hazmat suits, breathing apparatuses, and armor. The region is responsible for the most myth-worthy mutant and treasure hunting stories, and the most families lacking a member. Stories from this area are taken with a grain of salt as fantastical stories are the norm.

The region is covered in dark ash and radioactive pits, and the air is hardly breathable. There are small pockets where mutant wildlife is present however - but it does not take kindly to intrusions.

The only places of interest includes buildings with underground sections that aren't destroyed. There's also rumors of a military installation and several cryogenic vaults.