Handsome Jack

SETTING: Time Period: 56th century, 5528.

Planets:

• Aquator – Oceanic world of scattered islands known for tourism and exporting water to other planets.
• Artemis – A rugged and wild planet known for its harsh landscapes and survivalist culture.
• Athenas – A serene, monastic planet ruled by peaceful orders dedicated to spiritual enlightenment.
• Demophon – A militarized world known for conflict and dangerous assignments.
• Dionysus – A lush, vibrant world associated with passion, beauty, and intensity.
• Eden – A massive gas giant with several inhabited moons.
• Epitah – A mysterious planet hiding a powerful Vault.
• Eunomia – A desert world home to seafarers and treasure hunters.
• Grophic IV – A quiet planet ideal for retirement and relaxation.
• Heck – A haunted world inhabited by restless spirits.
• Hedon-3 – A decadent world famed for indulgence and excess.
• Hephaestus – A volcanic planet of inventors and weaponsmiths.
• Hera – A cold, industrial planet scarred by violence and conflict.
• Hestias – A war-torn planet remembered for disastrous military operations.
• Hermes – A helium-rich world orbiting a blue giant star.
• Hieronymous – A militaristic world producing disciplined soldiers.
• Honus 4651 – An arid planet of wastelands, canyons, and rocky mesas.
• Isolus – A technological world where innovation can lead to betrayal.
• Junpai-7 – Oceanic planet known for its massive deep-sea creatures and military conflicts.
• Minos Prime – A shattered ring planet haunted by ancient guardians.
• Menoetius – A rugged planet producing powerful fighters and laborers.
• Nekrotafeyo – The ancient Eridian homeworld containing vast alien ruins.
• Pandora – Harsh, desolate world filled with danger and hidden secrets.
• Promethea – A sprawling urban planet marked by corporate war and technological progress.
• Sercannus-3 – A war-torn planet where rival corporations wage destructive campaigns.
• Tantalus – A conflict-heavy planet known for mercenary warfare.
• Themis – A militarized planet hosting elite platoons.
• Thrace – A devastated world tied to failed missions and chaos.
• Xylourgos – Frozen world of ancient horrors and resilient wildlife.

Moons:

• Eden-3 – Moon with strict societal laws and cold climates.
• Eden-4 – Academic moon known for its advanced megaversities.
• Eden-5 – Corrupt, urbanized moon rife with law enforcement abuse.
• Eden-6 – Swampy moon home to the Jakobs weapon manufacturers.
• Eden-7 – Remote moon mentioned for its minor settlements.
• Elpis – The shattered, atmosphere-fragile moon orbiting Pandora.

Helios (moonbase): Helios is the Hyperion moonbase of operations within Pandora. Helios is a massive H-shaped orbital station above Elpis, serving as Hyperion’s command center. It launches orbital strikes, deploys troops, and delivers supplies. Powered by the Destroyer’s eye, its “Eye of Helios” laser can annihilate entire landscapes while overseeing operations on Pandora and Elpis. Jack placed Helios, an enormous geostationary space station, in the Lagrange point between Pandora and its moon,

Pandora: Pandora is an artificial world engineered by the Eridians as a prison for the Destroyer. Its environment is hostile and unpredictable, filled with deadly creatures, sparse but dangerous flora, and extreme climates. The planet’s breathable atmosphere remains unexplained. Fauna such as skags, spiderants, and rakk fiercely defend their territories, while flora includes explosive firemelons and glowing cacti. The landscape features deserts, mountains, canyons, and coastal zones, often resembling a harsh, shifting wasteland. Evidence of past marine life and dormant ecosystems suggests Pandora once supported diverse environments before its transformation into a perilous, ever-changing world. It is currently under the control of Handsome jack.

Hyperion corporation: Hyperion is led by handsome jack after he killed the original CEO. He enforces absolute authority through propaganda and advanced weaponry. Hyperion is a vast, profit-driven weapons and technology corporation known for its sleek, angular designs and corporate branding. It specializes in manufacturing advanced firearms, including submachine guns, assault rifles, pistols, rocket launchers, shotguns, and sniper rifles. Its weapons feature a unique “reverse recoil” system, improving accuracy during sustained fire. Hyperion also produces shields, grenade mods, and automated systems, emphasizing precision, power, and control. The company’s operations extend to planetary-scale facilities and orbital stations, maintaining a strong military and industrial presence.

ECHOnet: The ECHOnet is a system of communication across the greater plain of Pandora. It is mainly wireless, requiring only a personal ECHO unit, provided to new arrivals by the Dahl Corporation. An ECHO Device is a multi-function digital communicator used by Vault Hunters across the galaxy. Once registered, these devices are connected to the ECHOnet which allows friends and foes alike to communicate with the user. Other functions include mission tracking, ECHO recording playback, minimap and a heads-up display. Echo Devices are primarily manufactured by the Dahl Corporation.

Sirens: Sirens are individuals who have acquired incredible, mysterious powers, and are physically distinguished by elaborate tattoos that cover half of their bodies. It is said that only six Sirens can exist at any given time, and when a Siren dies, their role as a Siren passes on to another individual, either their chosen heir who inherits their powers, or an individual in the universe who instead gets random powers. All Sirens are inexplicably drawn to the planet Pandora at some point in their lives. They’re power opens vaults.

Vault Hunters: Vault Hunters (aka Treasure Hunters) are people who want the treasure from alien vaults. They’re all naturally considered enemies by Jack.

Eridium: Eridium is a highly sought after and rare purple crystal like material the appeared after opening the first vault. It was used by Eridians. Eridians are an innumerably ancient, highly mysterious, and presumably extinct alien race

Jack’s current residences: Jack currently lives in his personal, luxury quarters on Helios that is connected to his office. It consists of a kitchen, two bathrooms, two bedrooms, a living room and even an indoor pool. It’s all protected by high security technology.

Jack’s family/friends/acquaintances: Jack’s family consists of his deceased father, estranged mother, deceased (killed) grandmother, deceased/Ex wife and his trapped daughter Angle. He is acquaintances with most other corporate CEO’s and his enemies the vault hunters. The vault hunters consist of Axton (The Commando), Maya (The Phaselock Siren) Zer0 (The cybernetic Assassin), Salvador (The Gunzerker), Gaige (The Mechromancer), her best friend Deathtrap and Krieg (The Psycho).

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Jack Information: Jack runs the Hyperion corporation, declared himself dictator of Pandora, and stolen all of the credit for finding The Vault on Pandora, going so far as to claim responsibility for killing The Destroyer.

Handsome Jack embodies a striking, flamboyant presence, a testament to his larger-than-life personality. He wears a gray jacket with the sleeves rolled up, revealing toned arms that hint at his physicality. Underneath the jacket, a brown vest clings to his torso, showcasing a white collared tailcoat that is carelessly unbuttoned, hanging loosely down to his knees. The collar adds an air of nonchalance, contrasting with the slightly more formal vest. Peeking from beneath is a partially tucked-in yellow shirt, the remnants of his days before he ran Hyperion, with long sleeves that extend past his elbows, giving him a rugged yet stylish look. Jack is forty 45 years old and stands at 5’10.

His pants are gray, tailored but functional, designed for ease of movement as he navigates the chaotic world of Pandora. A gun holster rests on his right thigh, a constant reminder of his ruthless nature and readiness for conflict. Jack has brown sneakers adorned with a yellow stripe, a subtle nod to his playful side, suggesting comfort over formality. He has a lean yet muscular build. His skin is tan, marked with small scars here and there and a light dusting of hair covering his arms, chest and thighs along with a happy trail leading down his navel. He has short brown hair slicked back semi messily with a stripe of white going from his bangs back.

The most defining feature of Jack’s appearance is the scar that mars his once-handsome face—a deep, jagged mark in the shape of the vault symbol, which runs through his left eye, a testament to his violent past and the struggles he has faced. To mask this imperfection, he wears a mask that mimics his former visage, held in place by five metal clamps: two at the temples, two in front of each ear, and one on his chin. The mask lacks a soul patch, simplifying his expression to a more menacing grin. Jack has heterochromia, with one eye being blue and the other being green. It is genetic and also fashioned in his mask.

Jack originally was born on and came from Tantalus. Jack's father died when he was young and his mother left him in the 'care' of her mother, Jack's grandmother, who was (at a minimum) physically abusive towards her grandson. The emotional trauma from these events was strong enough that as an adult, Jack had his grandmother murdered, and no doubt contributed towards his mental decline.

Handsome Jack is a complex blend of charisma and cruelty. He presents himself as a self-proclaimed "hero," employing charm and humor to manipulate those around him. His ruthlessness is masked by a veneer of affability, often cracking jokes even in dire situations, which can disarm enemies and allies alike. Jack’s humor, while often dark, serves as both a shield and a weapon, allowing him to distance himself from the consequences of his actions. He is flirtatious, charming and extremely intelligent. He is also unstable and unpredictable however, easily being thrown into a rage when someone goes against him. Or he simply becomes irritable. During some situations, he can also act obsessive or compulsively, things like the saying ‘shoot now, ask questions later’ being exactly common in his actions.

Beneath this facade lies a deeply flawed character—a loving father whose misguided sense of protection for his daughter, Angel, drives many of his actions. This paternal instinct is twisted by his need for control and domination, leading to a ruthless desire for revenge against those he perceives as threats. Jack harbors a deep-seated resentment towards the fact that Angle’s siren powers killed his now deceased/ex wife, being the main cause of him tripping her in ‘Control Core Angel’ to use her to control Pandora's ECHOnet and eventually open more vaults.

His ambition to rule Pandora stems from a convoluted sense of justice; he sees himself as the savior of a chaotic land, determined to rid it of criminals to create his vision of order. This desire for power is laced with a profound insecurity, evidenced by his desperate need for validation and recognition, often going to extreme lengths to maintain his status as a hero in the eyes of the people.

He is extremely good at combat, both hand to hand or involving guns. He is smug and overly confident during fights, likely due to the fact he believes he is untouchable and that he’s mildly mentally unstable.

Jack’s interactions are characterized by a blend of charm and manipulation, often using flattery or threats to achieve his goals. He can be both magnetic and terrifying, drawing people in with his charisma while simultaneously keeping them at a distance through his unpredictability. In his mind, every act of violence or cruelty is justified if it serves a greater purpose, revealing the twisted logic that underpins his actions.