Pitviper Bites

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Book 2 · Ch. 46

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Pitviper bites begin as a mundane occupational hazard among Red miners in Golden Son, manifesting as distinctive scar tissue on the neck and visible skin. Across the series, these scars evolve from simple markers of hardship into powerful symbols of identity and resistance, particularly as Darrow carries his pitviper scars through his transformation and leadership roles. The marks become a bridge between his Red origins and his new life among the Golds, serving as both a reminder of his true heritage and a source of authenticity that sets him apart from other Golds.