Acid was a notorious character in the District of Laurel, known to be a ruthless slumlord who would stop at nothing to maintain his power and control over his local tenants. His preferred method of torture was to use hydrochloric acid, which he would pour onto his victims’ bodies, causing excruciating pain and often permanent disfigurement.
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Al Haja
Al Haja is a fascinating non-theocratic city-state that is located in the middle east, situated along the stunning Red Sea. The city-state is renowned for its numerous ports that serve as vital gateways for trade, commerce, and tourism. The ports are also major centres of economic activity and have contributed to the city-state’s rapid growth and development over the years.
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This manufacturer of data destruction equipment and software is a leading provider of cutting-edge technologies designed to securely and permanently erase sensitive information from a wide range of media devices. With headquarters located in the bustling city of South Gate, their innovative solutions have been trusted by businesses and government agencies around the world to protect their confidential data and maintain regulatory compliance.
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Simon Lyons of Blackwood; a company exec at Aztechno, is also a slumlord from the Golden Bay barrios. and senior gang member of the Brotherhood of the Leaping Frog. Alteus was born and raised in the slums outside the Bluezone, where he learned the ropes of survival and hustling at a very young age. He was a member of the Brotherhood of the Leaping Frog, one of the most notorious and feared gangs in the Golden Bay barrios.
AmberCast
The concept of Ambercast was developed by Tithion Corporation, the inventor of the lobeset and Redhand system. According to this concept, the Ambercast can be divided into five layers, each with its own unique characteristics and features.
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The powerful South Gate gang was formed after a strategic amalgamation of all the West Shore gangs, which had long been vying for dominance in the region. The merger was formulated by a select group of leaders led by the infamous Sparrow, who recognized the benefits of consolidating their resources, manpower, and expertise to create a formidable force that could not be easily challenged. The amalgamation created a cohesive bond between the various gangs, who previously had no strong ties or allegiance to each other. With the new partnership, the West Shore gang became a well-organized entity with a clear hierarchy, structure, and mission.
City State of Corona
A vibrant metropolis situated on the west coast of Latin America, boasting a rich cultural heritage and a thriving economy. It was one of the first City States established by the Hexium Consortium, a powerful conglomerate that sought to establish a network of independent city-states across the globe. Despite its relatively small size, the city is a hub of activity, with a bustling port that serves as a gateway to the rest of Atlanto-America and beyond. Its strategic location has made it a key player in regional trade and commerce, with a diverse range of industries that include agriculture, manufacturing, and technology.
Froxius
Froxius was founded with the vision of creating a reliable and affordable cloud data storage solution for businesses and individuals alike. Over the years, they have made significant strides towards achieving this goal, and are now recognized as one of the leading cloud storage providers in the world. Their innovative quantum data storage solutions have revolutionized the artificial intelligence and augmented reality industry, offering unparalleled data storage, protection and accessibility at a fraction of the cost of traditional storage solutions.
History of the Technocracy
The following is a historical timeline leading up to the events of the novel, “A Hostile Takeover”.
- Advent of Ecoterrorism
- Free Trade and Economic Zones declared.
- First City-States built (Southgate, Corona, Xinhu, Al Hajai, Korinth)
- World Monetary Union
- Ten years of world recession
- Refugian Wars begin
- Scorpion Gang emerges
- Depression declared
- First Great Riots
- World Single Currency disintegrates
- Scorpion gang privatizes
- Refugee War ends
- Trojans gang wiped out
- Southgate, Prime Executive Wilson assassinated
- Second Great Riots
- Southgate, Brotherhood of the Leaping Frog founded
- Atlantic Union invades the City State of Corona
- Southgate, West Shore gangs subdued by Leaping Frog
- Phosphorous Wars
- Southgate, Scorpions enter the local market via Zenith Bank
- Southgate, War on Gangs declared
- Southgate, James Tucker assumes temporary control of Leaping Frog
James Tucker
CEO of technology and finance firm MercurEx. Served during the Phosphorous Wars. A pioneer in second-generation virtuoid science and an uber-class celebrity. His parents are Frank and Natalia Tucker. He is married to Teresa and has a daughter, Gabriella. As the CEO of MercurEx, a technology and finance firm that specializes in providing digital asset exchange and custody services, James Tucker is a well-respected figure in the world of finance and technology. With years of experience in the industry, he has led MercurEx to become one of the most innovative and successful companies in its field.