Shortly after being welcomed into the thriving Morongo Valley Indian tribe, Taine and Joanne find themselves on a search for some missing young braves in the ruins of post-Change Los Angeles. The City of Angels is a dangerous place, and barely a day passes before the two adventurers become separated. Taine is captured by religious fanatics, while Joanne is running for her life through the burned-out city. She finds safe haven in the home of Darth Shadi, scientist, and friend of the enigmatic Coyoteman. With Coyoteman's reluctant help, Joanne and Darth puzzle out a rescue plan for Taine. But in the hands of the powerful Uncle Christ, Taine begins a course of brainwashing that could ultimately turn him against his old benefactor, Coyoteman.