1. We're sorry if we were unclear here. Riverstone (both in and outside of the simulation) is not calling the shots anywhere, nor is anyone else (the structure is humanity falling in line because of circumstances requiring it). In terms of the supply runs, these are often temporary assignments spread out among the population. Let us know if you need anything else clarified beyond that!
2. While we initially debated having gang members naturally aligned with the Black Market, we decided this was a little too obvious - so anyone can be a part of it! In terms of what they sell, it's things like alcohol of any make that isn't moonshine (whisky, vodka, wine, etc.), different/nicer types of clothing, expensive supplies for personal care (deodorant, nice hair products, etc.), and weapons. This isn't all that there is, but that gives you an idea! They also traffic in some of the media files and devices for people to get their cultural fixes.
And yes, it's criminal, but in a way that they would exploit people for actions/favors because money was pretty useless during the war.
3. It's up to how the character in question manages the experience. There won't be any scars or anything like that, but psychological effects can lead to physical reactions. So, up to the player, ultimately!
4. They won't get any access to them, and their chest won't glow. (We'll be adding this above when we do an edit to the FAQ section.)
5. The issue with prolonging a glitch is prolonging usage of your power - trying to do that in the first place will prove tricky.
6. Let's go with a six foot radius. If it's empathy bond, that radius encompasses both people.
The glitch would be obvious to others, but we don't want to give a sweeping answer on how they would respond! We'll handle these situationally. In addition, the sims wouldn't respond in any way, though if they're in the radius, they'll glitch, too. This will be updated on the FAQ, as well!
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1. We're sorry if we were unclear here. Riverstone (both in and outside of the simulation) is not calling the shots anywhere, nor is anyone else (the structure is humanity falling in line because of circumstances requiring it). In terms of the supply runs, these are often temporary assignments spread out among the population. Let us know if you need anything else clarified beyond that!
2. While we initially debated having gang members naturally aligned with the Black Market, we decided this was a little too obvious - so anyone can be a part of it! In terms of what they sell, it's things like alcohol of any make that isn't moonshine (whisky, vodka, wine, etc.), different/nicer types of clothing, expensive supplies for personal care (deodorant, nice hair products, etc.), and weapons. This isn't all that there is, but that gives you an idea! They also traffic in some of the media files and devices for people to get their cultural fixes.
And yes, it's criminal, but in a way that they would exploit people for actions/favors because money was pretty useless during the war.
3. It's up to how the character in question manages the experience. There won't be any scars or anything like that, but psychological effects can lead to physical reactions. So, up to the player, ultimately!
4. They won't get any access to them, and their chest won't glow. (We'll be adding this above when we do an edit to the FAQ section.)
5. The issue with prolonging a glitch is prolonging usage of your power - trying to do that in the first place will prove tricky.
6. Let's go with a six foot radius. If it's empathy bond, that radius encompasses both people.
The glitch would be obvious to others, but we don't want to give a sweeping answer on how they would respond! We'll handle these situationally. In addition, the sims wouldn't respond in any way, though if they're in the radius, they'll glitch, too. This will be updated on the FAQ, as well!
Let us know if you remember your other question!