As a child, in a fit of rage, Angelus abandoned his family and his tribe. Years later, he discovered that they had all been wiped out after the nuclear winter. Feeling an overwhelming cloud of shame and regret, Angelus vowed to keep alive the vibrant spark of his culture. A spiritual native warrior, he spends his days honoring his heritage and fulfilling his passion for battle to prove his worth. He is one of the toughest contenders in the Thunderdome. An undefeated champion, Angelus lives in Bartertown and spends his nights cleaning the blood from the bars of the cage, immersing himself completely within the ritual of battle. Yearly, he makes the long journey west to the great gathering of the tribes to participate in the brutal sport of Jugger. Each win brings him closer and closer to redemption.