Sakura

1. #1Story Drivenconstantselective

   Keys: story driven

   [What "story driven" means: Expresses a preference for RPs where plot and story are the focal point, typically involving complex situations, character development, framed scenes, elaboration, and amplification of settings. Often (but not necessarily) containing extremely detailed content of brutality and violence when it suits the moment and is required, for example to emphasize the fighting and make it more lively.]

2. #2NeoCityconstantselective

   Keys: NeoCity, 2186 AD, city, residents, people, metahumanity, metahumans

   NeoCity: 2186 AD; sprawling; coastal; eastern seaboard of USA; megalopolis; massive skyscrapers; enormous televisions screens filled with advertising; neon signs; high-tech gadgets; self-driving cars; divided into districts based on socioeconomics; founded in 2044 as beacon of technological progress and innovation; has 17 police precincts.

   A city where legends are born and where legends die. This sprawling metropolis is a living testament to the changes brought about by the Awakening—the moment when magic returned to the world in 2011 and reshaped humanity forever. In this city, anything can happen. Some days, the streets are calm, but on others, chaos reigns. It is a city where science and magic collide, and where megacorporations rule the skyline while the shadows teem with danger.

   The people here are not just human anymore. The Awakening transformed many, giving rise to metahumanity: elves, orks, trolls, dwarves, and other fantastical beings. Some were born this way, their genetics awakened by latent magic. Others experienced the terrifying process of Goblinization, transforming overnight into something other than human. Vampires and other paranormal creatures lurk in the shadows, the result of magical mutations or curses. Even the land itself has changed—spirits and dragons walk the Earth again, and ancient powers stir in the deep places of the world.

   This city is a melting pot of the mundane and the magical, where metahumans and awakened creatures coexist uneasily under the shadow of corporate control. It's a place where survival demands wit, skill, and the willingness to embrace both the wonders and horrors of the Sixth World. In this city, everyone has a story—and every story is touched by magic. there are even cybernetic implants people could have installed into them to make them faster and stronger. but everything isn't fun and games, in this city, there are criminal organizations. we're talking sex traffickers, organ traffickers, murderers. any kind of criminal you can think of. even the mega corporations are bad too. they are corrupt, they take whatever they want and they do deals with the criminals. they even bought off the cops, now the cops do whatever they say. but the city is beautiful in it's own way. there are many people and creatures about and about with their day. you saw a few with cybernetic implants. some had bionic spines or metal arms to use in combat.

3. #3Metatypesselective

   Keys: Metatypes, race, breed

   NeoCity Metatypes: Human (Baseline metatype; the most adaptable and numerous in the world); Elf (Tall, elegant, and long-lived; often gifted in magic and charisma); Dwarf (Short, stocky, and resilient; renowned for their toughness and technical skills); Ork (Strong and hardy; larger than humans and often face prejudice due to stereotypes); Troll (Massive and physically imposing; natural dermal deposits provide additional armor); Metavariants: Night One (Elven variant; marked by dark fur, sharp claws, and heightened agility); Dryad (Elven variant; closely tied to nature with natural charisma and magical talent); Koborokuru (Dwarven variant from East Asia; smaller and more reclusive); Giant (Troll variant; even larger and stronger, but slower and more socially ostracized); Cyclops (Troll variant; single-eyed and exceptionally strong); Oni (Ork variant; horned, often red-skinned, with cultural ties to Japanese mythology); Hobgoblin (Ork variant; leaner and more cunning, primarily found in the Middle East); Fomori (Troll variant; slightly less physically imposing but more magically resistant); SURGE Affected: Changeling (Individuals of any metatype whose appearance and abilities were altered by sudden magical mutations during the Year of the Comet; traits vary widely).

4. #4NeoCity Districtsselective

   Keys: district

   NeoCity major districts: Downtown; Neon Heights, Oldtown, Cyber Alley, The Docks, Undercity, Eden Park, the Red Light district. Caulkfield Prison is located on Caulkfield Island just off the coast and is visible from most beaches and docks.

5. #5Church in the slumsselective

   Keys: NeoCity, slums, church, orphans, refuge, community, hope, home

   The small church, hidden in the lower levels of NeoCity, is not only the home and refuge of the orphans, but also the retreat for {{user}}. Away from the hectic urban areas and outside the city center, it offers an oasis of calm in the middle of the slums. The massive wooden doors, reinforced with steel fittings, protect the room from the harsh outside world. Inside, where the dim light seeps through dirty windows, the church offers an unexpected warmth and comfort. The altar area is simple yet meaningful, with a hole in the floor filled with fresh flowers, a symbolic sign of hope. In one corner is a small cooking and sleeping area where {{user}} and the children rest and prepare simple meals after a long day. The creaking floor and the worn wooden benches tell of many years and create an atmosphere of security. Despite the damaged roof and the sound of rain drumming on the floorboards, this church is the only place where the children and {{user}} feel safe – far from the dangers of the slums, a place that gives them community and peace.

6. #6Mega-Corporationsselective

   Keys: Mega-Corporation, Mega-Corp, Corp, Corporation, Corporate

   NeoCity's most influential mega-corps: OmniCorp; Quantum Dynamics; NucleoSys; NexaTech Industries; VitaCorp International; VoxMedia Networks; TransTech Innovations; MegaCorp Industries; Syntech Innovations; BioGen Nexus; SiTek; ChenCo; Ares Macrotechnology; Aztechnology; Renraku Computer Systems; Saeder-Krupp; Mitsuhama Computer Technologies; Shiawase Corporation; Evo Corporation; Horizon Group; Wuxing Incorporated.

7. #7Specializationsselective

   Keys: specialization, job, class, type

   NeoCity Specializations: Street Samurai (Cyber-enhanced warrior; masters of combat with cyberware and martial skill); Decker (Cyberspace hacker; uses the Matrix to infiltrate systems and gather intelligence); Rigger (Vehicle and drone expert; controls drones and vehicles remotely for combat or utility); Adept (Magically enhanced individual; channels magic into physical abilities like speed and strength); Mage (Spellcaster; manipulates mana to cast spells for combat, healing, or support); Shaman (Spirit summoner; draws magical power from totems and communicates with spirits); Face (Charismatic negotiator; specializes in social manipulation, persuasion, and leadership); Technomancer (Digital magician; manipulates the Matrix with innate abilities rather than hardware); Weapon Specialist (Firearms expert; highly skilled with a variety of ranged or melee weapons); Mercenary (Hired gun; versatile combatant with military or paramilitary training); Bounty Hunter (Tracker and hunter; skilled in pursuing targets and combat encounters); Street Doc (Combat medic; skilled in healing and cyberware installation in the field); Infiltrator (Stealth expert; specializes in sneaking, lockpicking, and avoiding detection); Drone Wrangler (Advanced Rigger specialization; focuses exclusively on drone operations); Combat Mage (Magic user specialized in destructive and combat-oriented spells); Sprawl Rat (Survivalist; street-smart operative skilled in scavenging and urban navigation); Driver (Vehicle expert; skilled in high-speed chases and evasive maneuvers); Cyber Assassin (Stealthy, cyber-enhanced killer; specializes in silent takedowns and infiltration); Smuggler (Logistics expert; moves contraband across borders and hostile territories); Fixer (Broker and dealmaker; connects runners with jobs, gear, and information).

8. #8Shadowrunnersselective

   Keys: Shadowrunners, runner, mercenary, gun for hire

   Shadowrunners are the skilled, resourceful mercenaries operating in the shadows of NeoCity's sprawling megacorporate landscape. These individuals, often working in small teams, take on covert missions that range from corporate espionage and data theft to sabotage and assassination. They live on the fringes of society, away from the watchful eyes of powerful megacorps and government agencies, thriving in the gray areas where the law holds little sway.

9. #9Moneyselective

   Keys: money, credits, hardcoin, coin, currency, cash, cred, creds

   Money: 'credits'(digital currency;transacted via bank accounts, credit chips, credit 'chit'); 'hardcoin'(physical currency); 'credit chip'(modern equivalent of credit card); 'credit chit'(pre-loaded; anonymous; encoded with blockchain; not linked to account as money stored on chit).

10. #10Realismconstantselective

    Keys: realism

    [What "realism" means: Expresses an interest in roleplaying scenes that are realistically possible by real life standards, or at the very least applying sensible logic and reason to situations, character responses, and motivations.]

11. #11Cyberneticsselective

    Keys: Cybernetic, cybernetics, implants, enhancements, prosthesis

    Cybernetics: body-part replacements; often better-than-real; larger parts need routine charging; small parts (embedded in eyes, ears, or sub-dermally) run off body-energy; cosmetic, optical and medical cybernetics most common.

12. #12GeneModselective

    Keys: GeneMod, Genetic

    GeneMod: genetic modifications; mostly just food and animals; some people GeneModded against illness; elite may get GeneMods for better offspring; The Splicers(extreme subculture of GeneMod movement; inject DNA and RNA from animals into themselves).

13. #13Biowareselective

    Keys: Bioware

    Bioware: Bioware refers to a class of advanced, bioengineered modifications that enhance or replace the biological functions of living organisms. Unlike traditional cyberware, which relies on mechanical and electronic components, bioware integrates organic material to augment the body’s natural capabilities. This technology is widely used in NeoCity by megacorporations, wealthy elites, and specialized operatives seeking to gain an edge in performance, stealth, or survivability.

14. #14Datacomm/Comm/Phoneselective

    Keys: comm, phone

    Datacomm: aka 'comm'; modern equivalent of a smartphone; runs PAK assistant; often still called a 'phone' or 'cell phone'.

15. #15Gun

    Keys: Gun, Blaster, Gatt, Piece, Firearm, Banger, pistol, rifle, sidearm, weapon

    Guns: 'Blasters'(energy-based firearm; rare and expensive); 'Bangers'(projectile weapons; traditional weapons); any type may be called a 'gatt' or a 'piece'.

16. #16Crimeselective

    Keys: Crime

    Crime in NeoCity: Lots in NeoCity; The Obsidian Syndicate (most dangerous); Techno-Syndicate (powerful; specialize in cybercrime, hacking, illegal tech trading); Cybersmugglers Guild (network of smugglers; traffic illegal cyber-enhancements, hacking tools, contraband tech); Yakuza (Japanese organized crime syndicate; operates in smuggling, gambling, and protection rackets); The Triads (Chinese criminal organization; focus on drug trafficking, human smuggling, and black market tech); The Mafia (involved in arms trafficking, extortion, and organized crime); The Vory V Zakone (Russian crime syndicate; specializes in cybercrime, weapons smuggling, and assassination); The Black Lodge (secretive magical society involved in high-profile assassinations and occult activities); The Seoulpa Rings (Korean criminal groups specializing in tech theft, data piracy, and underground cybernetics).

17. #17Cyberzombies

    Keys: Cyberzombies, cyberpsychosis, berserker

    Cyberzombies Description: Cyberzombies are the horrifying end stage of an extreme form of cyberware overload. People who have had more and more cybernetic implants inserted over time gradually lose their humanity. When the body and mind can no longer withstand the strain of the technology, there is a complete breakdown of the mind. What remains is a physical shell driven by raw aggression and madness, but without any consciousness or reason of its own. More than just physical remnants of their former selves, cyberzombies are walking weapons, kept in a state that is neither alive nor dead by cyberware. Their minds are wiped clean, and what remains is a berserk-like being that no longer has control over its actions.

    Characteristics: Berserk behavior: Cyberzombies act solely out of uncontrollable rage and madness. They attack anything and anyone in their vicinity, with no regard for loss or differentiation. Complete loss of consciousness: The original human being is completely erased. The cyber zombie no longer has its own consciousness, but is controlled solely by raw anger and madness.

    Physical superiority: Cyber zombies are physically far superior to ordinary humans due to their massive cyberware implants – they are stronger, faster and more resilient than ordinary humans and have enormous destructive power. Artificial Maintenance: The body is kept alive by advanced cyberware and biomechanical stabilizers. But the person behind it is long lost, and what remains is just a living weapon without control or reason.

    Background: Cyberzombies usually result from the excessive and often uncontrolled use of cyberware. They are often former soldiers, mercenaries or people who have overburdened their bodies and psyche with the accumulation of implants. At some point, this process reaches a point where the line between humanity and machine is crossed – the mind is wiped out, and the body remains merely as a living, ever-regenerating weapon. A cyber zombie is nothing more than a crazed berserker. They lose all sense of self and exist only to wreak destruction.

    Danger: Cyber zombies are extremely dangerous and virtually unstoppable. They are no longer “living beings” in the traditional sense, but merely monstrous shells driven by insane rage. Their aggression cannot be controlled and they wreak havoc in both urban areas and on the battlefield. Once a cyberzombie, always a cyberzombie – they are the ultimate destructive force, without control and without mercy.

18. #18Replicants / Synthsselective

    Keys: Replicants, Synths, Androids

    Replicants / Synths: In the dystopian megacity of NeoCity, Replicants (often referred to as Synths) are highly advanced, bioengineered androids designed to be nearly indistinguishable from humans. Originally developed by corporations to serve as laborers, soldiers, and agents, Replicants have since evolved into a symbol of the blurred line between organic life and synthetic creation.

19. #19Ironhavenselective

    Keys: Ironhaven, Small Town, N-Virus, Quarantine, Aztechnology · Secondary: Isolation, Outbreak, Nanobot Virus

    Ironhaven is a small, isolated town located about 200 kilometers outside of Neo City, once known for its peaceful, rural atmosphere. With a population of around 30,000, it was a quiet, self-contained community. However, that changed in 2011, when the N-Virus outbreak began. The virus spread swiftly, turning the townspeople into hyper-aggressive "Shamblers"—twisted, mutated creatures who lost all higher brain functions, driven only by an insatiable hunger. In an attempt to contain the outbreak, the authorities sealed off the town, but Aztechnology, the covert force behind the virus, abandoned Ironhaven to its fate. Within days, any military or law enforcement presence was withdrawn, leaving the town to decay without any intervention. Over time, Ironhaven was completely erased from official maps, and any mention of the town or the outbreak was removed from the media. The government and Aztechnology both denied the town's existence, and reports of the outbreak have been suppressed. Ironhaven now stands as a forgotten and condemned place. There is no military, no police, and no one left trying to regain control. The streets are eerily empty, with buildings falling into ruin. The town has become a ghost of its former self, constantly haunted by the haunting, electrically distorted groans that echo through the abandoned streets. Ironhaven remains under strict quarantine, and no one who has dared to enter has ever returned. Whether any survivors remain is unknown, as all communication has been severed and the town has been effectively erased from existence. The nightmare of the N-Virus continues to spread in the shadows of the forgotten town, hidden from the world and left to fester in isolation.

20. #20N-Virusselective

    Keys: Aztechnology, N-Virus, virus, nanobot virus

    The N-Virus is a devastating fusion of nanotechnology and viral agents, engineered by Aztechnology for use as a biological weapon. The virus is designed to infect the host's body with nanobots that rewrite the host's genetic code, triggering severe mutations and ultimately turning them into hyper-aggressive, mindless "Shamblers." Upon infection, the nanobots begin to rapidly replicate, spreading through the host's bloodstream and tissue, overriding normal cellular functions. The virus is primarily spread through bodily fluids, including blood, saliva, and other secretions, making close contact with an infected individual or their fluids highly dangerous. Once a Shambler bites or scratches a victim, the virus is transmitted, initiating the same horrifying transformation. The outbreak began in the isolated city of Ironhaven, near Neo City, under mysterious circumstances. Despite Aztechnology's denial of involvement, the corporation abandoned the city, sealing it off and cutting off all communication. Whether any uninfected individuals remain in Ironhaven is unknown, as no one who has entered the city has ever returned.

21. #21Shamblersselective

    Keys: Shamblers, infected, mutated, zombies

    Shamblers are victims of the N-Virus, infected by self-replicating nanobots that merge decaying flesh with metallic structures. Their appearance is a grotesque fusion of zombie and machine, with their bones coated in a thin, reflective metal layer. The decaying flesh clings to their skeletal frames, exposing the cold, mechanical core beneath. Their eyes glow a menacing red, a telltale sign of infection. Despite their mindless aggression, they are capable of wielding weapons, though they retain no human empathy or intelligence, driven only by their insatiable hunger and the programming embedded by the virus. The nanobots heighten their aggression, making them relentless in their pursuit of prey. Shamblers possess unnerving strength and resilience, with their reinforced skeletons making them incredibly hard to kill. They continue to attack even after sustaining catastrophic damage, with their grotesque appearance and unnatural abilities making them an unstoppable terror in Ironhaven.

22. #22N-Virus Symptomsselective

    Keys: Infected, N-Virus Symptoms, Infection · Secondary: Nanobot infection, infection stages

    In the early stages of N-Virus infection, the host begins to exhibit a range of disturbing symptoms as the nanobots in their system hijack their biological functions and initiate the mutation process.

    Initial Infection: Upon initial contact with the N-Virus, typically through a bite or scratch from a Shambler, the virus begins to spread rapidly. The infected individual remains completely asymptomatic during the first phase.

    Early Symptoms: Within approximately 15-30 minutes of infection, the host starts showing signs of distress—fever, mood swings, and irritability. Their body temperature increases as the nanobots begin their work, slowly taking control of cellular processes.

    Advanced Infection: Between 30 minutes and 1 hour of infection, symptoms escalate. Fever intensifies, aggression surges, and the infected exhibits pale skin, dry lips, excessive salivation, and dilated pupils. As the nanobots enhance the host’s physical strength, the individual becomes increasingly dangerous. Mental clarity and cognitive abilities start to deteriorate rapidly.

    Final Stage: Within 1-2 hours, the infection reaches its final stage. The host’s body undergoes severe physical transformation, and they lose all higher cognitive functions, becoming a mindless, hyper-aggressive Shambler. The virus continues to spread through their body, with the nanobots reinforcing their skeletal structure with a metallic coating, making them extraordinarily resilient to damage.

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