Fragile's Group
The Drawbridge crew sails the tar to reconnect humanity across continents.
In Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Fragile leads a dedicated expedition crew aboard the DHV Magellan, a tar-traversing ship serving as their mobile hub. This group, known as Drawbridge, operates independently from the Automated Public Assistance Company (APAC) and the defunct Bridges logistics network. Formed by Fragile to connect isolated survivors across Australia, the team includes key allies such as Deadman, Tarman, Dollman, Heartman, and Rainy. They also assist Sam Porter Bridges in his mission to link Mexico and Australia via plate gates. Unlike the previous game's solitary focus, this faction works collectively to navigate a world ravaged by evolving Beached Things (BTs), natural disasters, and hostile ghost mechs commanded by Higgs.
- Leader
- Fragile
- Affiliation
- Drawbridge
- Location
- DHV Magellan (Tar-Traversing Ship)
- Status
- Active during Australian Expedition
- Primary Function
- Connect Australia to the Chiral Network via Plate Gates
Lore & Background
Drawbridge was established by Fragile following her alliance with Sam after he accepted a mission to link Mexico to the Chiral Network. The group's purpose is to facilitate connections through plate gates, specifically targeting the anomaly in southern Mexico that leads to Australia. Their base of operations is the DHV Magellan, which allows them to traverse tar-covered landscapes and serve as a rest stop for Sam. The crew includes Deadman, a researcher who discovered the plate gate; Tarman, Dollman, and Heartman, filmmakers whose likenesses return from the first game; and Rainy, played by Shioli Kutsuna. They are joined by Charlie, a mysterious benefactor revealed to be Die-Hardman, the former UCA president. The group faces internal betrayal when the President of APAC, an amalgamation of dead souls, attempts to isolate humanity on their respective beaches.
In Their Own Story
Sam accepts Fragile's invitation to join her crew after his shelter is attacked and Lou appears lost. One month later, he boards the DHV Magellan with Fragile, Deadman, Tarman, Dollman, Heartman, and Rainy to travel through the plate gate to Australia. During the journey, Sam experiences hallucinations of Lou as a BT-like entity within his BB pod. The crew encounters Higgs, who commands powerful ghost mechs terrorizing settlements in Australia. They also face 'tarfall' anomalies where Sam battles the spectral soldier Neil Vana. After defeating Neil and accessing his memories, Fragile reveals that Lou was never dead but preserved by Bridges as BB-00, and the hallucination was a coping mechanism allowed by Drawbridge. As Higgs lays siege to the final hub in Australia, Charlie intervenes, revealing himself as Die-Hardman to sever the President's connection to the Chiral Network once activated.
Reader's Guide
Players interact with Fragile's Group through the DHV Magellan, which functions as a central hub for rest, companion interaction, and VR training missions. The crew provides narrative context regarding the plate gates, Lou's true status, and the nature of the extinction event. To progress, players must connect Australia to the Chiral Network by activating terminals while defending against Higgs' ghost mech forces. Key plot points include Sam's encounters with Neil Vana in tarfall anomalies and the revelation that Lou survived as BB-00. The group's ultimate goal is to expand the network globally via plate gates, countering the President's plan to isolate humanity. Players can customize vehicles early on, build infrastructure like monorails, and use the Magellan for fast travel across the tar.
Did You Know?
- The DHV Magellan serves as the main hub for Fragile's Group, allowing fast travel via tar and hosting VR training missions.
- Drawbridge includes the likenesses of filmmakers George Miller, Fatih Akin, Guillermo del Toro, and Nicolas Winding Refn.
- Charlie is revealed to be Die-Hardman, the former UCA president who secretly altered Sam's Q-Pid to stop the President's plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Fragile's Group?
This faction, officially named Drawbridge, consists of a dedicated expedition crew led by the musician and former Bridges member, Fragile. They operate independently from APAC and the old Bridges network while sailing aboard the DHV Magellan ship across Australia's tar fields.
What is their main goal?
Their primary mission involves reconnecting isolated human survivors throughout the Australian continent using plate gates to link them back into the Chiral Network. They aim to restore communication and logistics across the fragmented landmass during the events of Death Stranding 2.
Who are the key members?
Beyond Fragile herself, the crew includes notable allies such as Deadman, Tarman, Dollman, Heartman, and Rainy who support their operations on the water. These individuals assist in navigating the hazardous tar environment while maintaining the ship's critical functions.
How do they interact with Sam Porter Bridges?
The group actively assists Sam during his journey to establish a connection between Mexico and Australia via plate gates. They serve as crucial allies who provide resources and guidance while traversing the dangerous tar seas alongside him.
What is their status in the story?
Drawbridge remains active throughout the Australian expedition, functioning as a mobile hub for logistics and survival on the DHV Magellan. Their efforts are central to rebuilding infrastructure in regions cut off from the rest of humanity.
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