FACTIONS

A death cult that feeds on the cycle of violence in Tau Ceti IV. The most ruthless killers align with Arachne to continue the cycle of death while ascending their own power.

The corporation interlinked with Runner consciousness itself. CyberAcme is responsible for the technology that inserts minds into disposable Runner shells.

An anti-corporate, anti-UESC faction with expertise in explosives and demolitions. MIDA operates outside the established power structures of Tau Ceti IV.

An agricultural corporation focused on ensuring humanity's survival through nutrition. NuCaloric's mission is to meet humanity's most basic needs on Tau Ceti IV.

A bioscience company responsible for the creation and maintenance of Runner shells. Their technology threads biosynthetic bodies together using advanced biological engineering.

Major investors in the original Marathon expedition, now trying to recoup their losses. Traxus has deep pockets and the motivation to put runners to work.