Tag: a hostile takeover

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 … Continue reading Acid →

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 … Continue reading Al Haja →

A manufacturer of data destruction equipment and software, headquartered in South Gate.

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. 

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. One of these layers is a fast, private internet based on optical technology. This internet is designed to … Continue reading AmberCast →

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 … Continue reading Brotherhood Of The Leaping Frog →

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 … Continue reading City State of Corona →

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 … Continue reading History of the Technocracy →

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 … Continue reading James Tucker →

Jorge Wilson, a former Chief of Police of the South Gate Police Department, was a figure who left a lasting impact on the City Stae’s law enforcement and political landscape. Known for his bold initiatives and controversial methods, Wilson played a pivotal role in shaping the security apparatus and political landscape of the country. Under … Continue reading Jorge Wilson →