The Story of Remnant: What Remains Is Strong

Hello, and welcome to Remnant. I’m Shaun Napier, and if you’ve followed my journey as UVZ (Undead Viking Zombie), you already know a little about me: my battles, my rides, and how I found freedom on two wheels. But now, it’s time to turn the page. Remnant isn’t just a new chapter; it’s the evolution of everything UVZ stood for—resilience, survival, and finding your place in the world.

This is the story of Remnant: the strength of what remains.

The Beginning: A Battle for Survival

Life tests us all. My test came in 2013 when I was diagnosed with cancer—on my birthday. That moment shook me to my core. The years that followed were relentless: surgeries, chemo, and an endless cycle of fear, anger, and exhaustion.

Cancer wasn’t just a battle against illness; it was a battle against losing myself. I gained 45 kg in six months. I felt lost, wandering through life like a shadow. But out of that struggle, I found something that gave me hope: my motorcycle.

Riding became my therapy. Alone on the road, the roar of the engine drowned out the chaos in my mind. It was just me, the tarmac, and the horizon. I didn’t just survive; I found myself again.

The Creation of UVZ

Out of those rides came Undead Viking Zombie, a brand born from my battle cry:

• Undead: Alive, despite the challenges I faced.

• Viking: Fighting with a warrior’s spirit, refusing to give up.

• Zombie: Wandering, searching, but determined to find my place.

UVZ wasn’t just a brand—it was my story. It became a way to connect with others who were fighting their own battles. Through UVZ, I discovered a community of like-minded people who found strength in their struggles. It was raw, honest, and unapologetically real.

But as I grew, so did the vision. It wasn’t enough to focus on survival. I wanted to create something that went beyond the fight—a message about rebuilding, redefining, and embracing what remains after the storm.

The Evolution: Remnant

And so, Remnant was born.

Remnant is about more than survival; it’s about transformation. It represents what’s left when the fire has passed and the dust has settled. It’s the scars that tell your story, the fragments of who you were, and the strength of who you’ve become.

The word “remnant” speaks to:

• Resilience: What remains is strong.

• Identity: The pieces of your past that shape your future.

• Belonging: A reminder that you’re not alone in your fight.

If UVZ was my battle cry, Remnant is the aftermath—the proof that survival isn’t the end of the story. It’s a call to embrace what’s left and make something meaningful out of it.

The Heart of Remnant

Remnant is more than a clothing brand. It’s a symbol for anyone who has faced adversity and come out the other side, scarred but stronger. Every piece in the collection reflects this philosophy: bold, resilient, and unapologetic.

Remnant isn’t just for riders or fighters. It’s for anyone who has faced a storm and found the courage to rebuild. It’s about wearing your story, owning your scars, and celebrating the strength that remains.

What Remains Is Strong

For those who have followed UVZ, thank you for being part of the journey. Remnant is the evolution of everything we’ve built together. It’s a brand, a philosophy, and a community for the resilient, the determined, and the unapologetically bold.

This isn’t just my story. It’s ours. It’s yours. No matter how lost you feel, no matter what you’ve faced, remember this: What remains is strong.

Welcome to Remnant.

Shaun Napier

Founder of Remnant

What remains is strong.