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United Nations

2026-02-10T04:36:33Z

Larme: spellcheck

''[[File:UN_Emblem.png|center|frameless|360x360px]]''<center>'''<big><big><big>THE UNITED NATIONS</big></big></big>'''</center>

The United Nations is a powerful governing body that encompasses all of Earth's original nations, as well as a vast array of space-faring societies, planetary colonies, and territories across the galaxy. Over centuries of diplomatic consolidation and interstellar expansion, the United Nations has become the central authority uniting not only human civilizations but also a diverse collection of interstellar life, all working under its banner for shared security, prosperity, and order.

''Unrelated to the real-world [[wikipedia:United_Nations|United Nations]], the UN seen in RMC-14 is an independent conglomeration of nations that maintains the entirety of Earth and several other colonies and planets in space.''

=== Formation of the United Nations ===

==== Pre-Exodus ====
Earth has gone through devastating ecological and geopolitical crises. A mix of unchecked pollution, global warming, and wars between the steadily forming [[Socialist Progressive Peoples (SPP)|SPP]], [[Three Suns Empire|TSE]], and the parent nations of the soon-to-be-formed United Nations, for resources, which devastated much of the habitable land through the use of nuclear arms.

The two other major powers took their resources and people to space to build anew and discover new resources to support themselves. Earth was left nearly inhospitable, and the major spacefaring factions recognize that the planet can no longer serve as the hub of their operations and government.

==== Post-Exodus ====
With no choice but to collaborate, the remaining nations and governments on earth combined to form the United Nations to address the abandoned people left behind and the rapidly decaying state of the Earth. Through this formation, the UN worked to address the ecological collapse, restore stability, and enact policies for sustainable development, using its global presence to secure peace and partial restoration of the Earth.

At the same time, the '''Horizon Expansion Act''' is created in response to the overpopulation of the remaining livable areas and the people's need for new homes and resources. This was also part of a broader effort, which saw the formation of the [[Interstellar Life Rights Council]] later in the future, to secure alliances with interstellar life that could assist with their collective goals of providing a safe space for everyone.

==== Current Day ====
As the people of the United Nations spread into the wider space, it continues to form alliances with various interstellar life, further adding to the wider civilization. The UN, now an interstellar governing body, is a symbol of peace and diplomacy - but Earth itself is not the central hub anymore.

While Earth remains home to cultural and historical significance, it is no longer the driving force behind the future of its people. The major powers have established their own systems and thriving colonies, leaving Earth as a relic mostly used for tourism and education, a look at humanity's origins.

'''[[New Horizon Day]]''' is celebrated on October 28th across all United Nations member worlds, to commemorate the formation of the United Nations, and the peace and prosperity it has upheld for everyone. Each year, citizens and service members alike gather under the same sky, or skies, to honor peace, unity, and the endless horizon yet to be explored. They also usually have fireworks.

=== Structure and Governance ===
The United Nations operates under a centralized government, working to fulfill the needs of its member worlds and nations. At the apex of this system is the '''Office of the President of the United Nations.''' The current sitting President of the United Nations is The Honorable '''Cyrus Solara'''.

=== Branches of Power ===
Though the United Nations maintains a commitment to democratic principles, much of the authority rests with a highly centralized leadership. The '''[[Marines|United Nations Marine Corps]]''' and the '''[[Colony Marshal Bureau (CMB)|Colony Marshal Bureau]]''' are the primary enforcers of the UN’s laws and authority:

* '''[[Marines|United Nations Marine Corps]]''': The UNMC is the military arm of the United Nations, tasked with protecting the interstellar territories, maintaining order, and defending colonies against both internal and external threats. It combines traditional military forces with advanced space fleets, planetary defense systems, and elite special operations units, operating not only on Earth but across numerous worlds, often deployed to resolve civil unrest or protect critical interspecies relations.
* '''[[Colony Marshal Bureau (CMB)|Colony Marshal Bureau]]''': The CMB functions as the law enforcement division responsible for maintaining security across the United Nations' many colonies and space stations. The Marshals ensure that UN laws are upheld even in the most remote regions, and they are often granted broad authority to declare martial law, suppress rebellion, and maintain order. Their jurisdiction spans human colonies as well as those of other interstellar life.
* '''[[Provost Marshal Office]]''': The Provost serves as the central authority for maintaining order, discipline, and integrity within both the military and governmental ranks. Tasked with enforcing regulations, the Provost ensures that all personnel- from frontline soldiers to high-ranking officials- adhere to established standards of conduct and protocol. Their role extends beyond traditional law enforcement, as they also conduct foreign intelligence and internal investigations to detect, prevent, and address corruption, espionage, and misuse of authority.

=== Technology and Expansion ===
The United Nations maintains a modern military, surveillance network, and interplanetary infrastructure. The UN employs advanced spacecraft, AI-controlled defense systems, and terraforming technologies to extend its reach. Cybersecurity is also an aspect of the UN’s strategy, with constant data monitoring and surveillance used to preempt threats from both internal factions and external powers, as the tensions with the [[Socialist Progressive Peoples (SPP)|Socialist Progressive Peoples]] continue to grow.

The UN’s technological advances allow it to maintain control over its far-flung colonies, using automated systems, orbital defenses, and drone fleets to protect across vast distances. Even in the most remote parts of its domain, the UN’s presence is felt through an intricate web of technology designed to maintain peace and prosperity.

=== Ideology ===
The United Nations embodies a unifying ideology that prioritizes collective peace, unity, and security across its vast, diverse dominion. Driven by the principle that collaboration among interstellar life is essential for mutual survival and prosperity, the UN seeks to forge a sense of shared purpose among its member civilizations. Its policies and initiatives are designed to promote cooperation, resolve conflicts peacefully, and encourage cultural exchange to build understanding and trust. By ensuring that all interstellar life contributes to and benefits from shared goals, the UN aims to create a balanced society where technological, scientific, and social advancements are shared for the greater good.

=== Foreign Relations ===
{| class="wikitable"
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!NATION
!RELATIONS
|-
|'''[[Colony Liberation Front (CLF)|The Colony Liberation Front]]'''
|The United Nations is openly hostile to the CLF and sees it as an ongoing threat to stability and governance throughout its territories. The CLF is a decentralized network of insurgent cells bound by their goal of bringing instability to UN rule and appealing for autonomy and liberation from what it considers as oppressive rule. These cells operate clandestinely, coordinating actions to destabilize the UN, using methods of sabotage, espionage, and directed attacks against significant installations and personnel. The CLF is now considered one of the most plausible internal threats to the cohesion of the UN, while its influence spreads throughout the colonial worlds, seeding unrest and resistance among the populations that lost faith in the UN's governance.
|-
|[[Socialist Progressive Peoples (SPP)|'''Socialist Progressive Peoples''']]
|The UN and the SPP are in a cold war, as neither side is willing to risk the catastrophic consequences of a full-scale war. Both are aware that an all-out conflict would devastate resources, destabilize neutral territories, and expose weaknesses to other factions waiting to exploit the chaos. This extended, uneasy balance has led to extensive espionage, propaganda campaigns, and covert operations; both the UN and SPP are working to undermine the peoples' trust in the other, hoping to cause neutral colonies to join their cause and turn the cold shoulder to the other.
However, tensions flare on the galaxy’s outer edges, where colonies and fringe planets lie beyond the core’s oversight. Skirmishes between UN and SPP forces frequently erupt in these isolated regions, as each side maneuvers for strategic advantage and territory. These clashes are rarely documented and often hidden from public view to avoid political fallout on both sides. Yet, for the soldiers and civilians caught in these flashpoints, the cold war feels dangerously close to turning hot. Both the UN and SPP invest in their military readiness, intelligence networks, and diplomatic corps, preparing for the possibility that these “cold” hostilities might one day break into a full-scale, open war.
|-
|[[Three Suns Empire|'''Three Suns Empire''']]
|The United Nations and the Three Suns Empire share a cautious alliance, strained by competing ambitions for expansion. While diplomatic agreements maintain a formal partnership, the UN grows increasingly wary of TSE’s close relationship with Weston-Yamada. UN military officials suspect that Weston-Yamada may be prioritizing TSE interests, fueling distrust and complicating the alliance.
This suspicion has deepened the rift between the factions, straining diplomatic efforts as each side watches the other closely for signs of betrayal. Though neither side seeks open conflict, tensions over colony influence and corporate loyalty have made the alliance increasingly fragile, with both powers preparing for the possibility of a breakdown.
|}

Weston-Yamada

2026-01-03T21:46:05Z

Larme: merges Chief Exec and above

''[[File:WEYA-Emblem.png|center|frameless|360x360px]]''<center>'''<big><big><big>THE FUTURE IS NOW</big></big></big>'''</center>

Weston-Yamada is one of the wealthiest and most influential corporations in known space. It is recognized for its relentless pursuit of profit through cutting-edge technology, space exploration, bioengineering, and defence manufacturing. Formed from the merger of the Japanese Yamada Corporation and British Weston Corporation, Weston-Yamada is now the largest corporate monopoly and is embedded in nearly every industry.

== Early History ==

The roots of the Weston-Yamada Corporation can be traced to the ambitious endeavours of the Weston Corporation in Britain and Yamada Corporation in Japan. Weston Corporation was renowned for its robotics, defence technologies, and artificial intelligence breakthroughs. Founded by industrial magnate '''Alexander Weston''', the company initially focused on military contracts and became a leader in producing advanced android models and automated weaponry, pivotal in shaping future warfare.

Meanwhile, Yamada Corporation, founded by visionary entrepreneur '''Ryuichi Yamada''', was at the forefront of bioengineering, biotechnology, and logistics. The company became instrumental in developing efficient methods of space colonization, notably launching successful lunar settlements and establishing the groundwork for interstellar logistics. The Yamada Corporation’s expertise in biological research also contributed to medical advances, notably its work on regenerating synthetic tissue and enhancing humans' adaptability to space colonization.

As both companies thrived, it became evident that a partnership would be mutually advantageous. Weston’s advancements in cybernetics and defence complemented Yamada’s expertise in biotechnological applications and space operations. Following negotiations driven by market demands and emerging economic opportunities, the two companies agreed on a merger, forming Weston-Yamada.

The newly merged corporation sought to dominate multiple sectors by integrating its core strengths. The synergy between robotics, biological engineering, and defence technology enabled Weston-Yamada to expand into new markets, from space exploration to terraforming and planetary colonization. Their early ventures into creating advanced androids, space-ready habitats, and biological solutions for extraterrestrial environments soon positioned Weston-Yamada as a dominant player in known space. The company's reputation as a pioneer in innovation became the foundation upon which its monopoly status was built.

The merger marked the beginning of Weston-Yamada’s ambitions to establish a corporate monopoly, pushing the boundaries of technological advancement while embedding itself into almost every aspect of industry and human life. Today, the legacy of Weston and Yamada's early ambitions remains evident in the corporation’s operations, driven by an insatiable quest for profit, discovery, and expansion.

== The Merger ==

The merger between Weston Corporation and Yamada Corporation was a calculated, strategic move. It came at a time when both companies had already reached significant heights in their respective fields - robotics, defense, biotechnology, and space exploration. In the face of increased competition and the emerging demands of interstellar colonization, both entities saw value in pooling their resources. The merger wasn't merely a business union; it was a fusion of expertise, vision, and ambition that aimed to create the largest and most influential corporate monopoly known.

The unification was also driven by economic and political pressures - globalization had accelerated corporate consolidation as the race for influence over space technologies and extraterrestrial resources intensified. Weston Corporation brought its advanced android production capabilities and military connections, while Yamada Corporation introduced bioengineering innovations and its experience in logistics and space settlement. By integrating their strengths, Weston-Yamada rapidly ascended to monopolize sectors like planetary development, defense, bioengineering, and logistics.

The merger transformed both companies, enabling them to exert control over space infrastructure, exploit opportunities for profit from resource-rich worlds, and influence policy on an interstellar scale. The partnership provided the financial and technological muscle to become embedded within nearly every industry. As the foremost supplier to the United Nations, Weston-Yamada secured lucrative contracts that allowed it to influence politics and even military strategies, giving the corporation a formidable hold over humanity’s expansion into the stars.

== Partnership with the United Nations ==

The partnership between Weston-Yamada and the [[United Nations]] is one of mutual necessity, yet often fraught with tension. Weston-Yamada provides essential technological advancements, research, defense manufacturing, and logistical support that the UN relies on heavily, which gives the corporation substantial leverage over policy and decision-making. In return, the UN benefits from Weston-Yamada's innovation in sectors like space infrastructure, bioengineering, and advanced weaponry.

This interdependence allows Weston-Yamada to operate with relative freedom, often embedding corporate personnel in military operations under the guise of support and advisory roles. The [[Marines|United Nations Marine Corps]] (UNMC) frequently has Weston-Yamada representatives, like the Corporate Liaison, onboard to "support operations." However, the real mission of these representatives often extends to intelligence-gathering, ensuring that military decisions favor corporate interests.

The partnership, though beneficial to both entities, is contentious among many in the UN and military. Critics argue that Weston-Yamada's motives prioritize profit over the safety of colonies or the overall mission of the United Nations, citing instances of corporate-directed experiments and covert influence on Marine deployments. Nonetheless, the corporation's influence is difficult to counter given its economic and technological power, effectively embedding Weston-Yamada in nearly every aspect of the UN's interstellar presence.

This relationship also led to joint initiatives, such as the development of the [[Species#Artificial Womb Soldier Program|Artificial Womb Soldier Program]], where Weston-Yamada's bioengineering resources helped boost the military's capacity. However, even in such ventures, the emphasis remained on maximizing profit for Weston-Yamada while fulfilling their obligations to the UN. The UN gains access to cutting-edge technology, but remains in a precarious position of dependency.

== Research and Development ==

Weston-Yamada's commitment to cutting-edge research and development extends across numerous domains, from bioengineering to military technology. The corporation places a particular focus on studying extraterrestrial lifeforms, specifically the [[Xenonids|Xenonid]] species, due to their potential for high-value applications in both defense and bioengineering. Driven by an ambition to harness these creatures for military advantage, Weston-Yamada has conducted numerous field experiments, capturing and studying the lifeforms in secret. These experiments are often deemed dangerous, pushing ethical and safety boundaries in pursuit of technological supremacy.

Weston-Yamada's R&D initiatives also cover atmospheric processing, terraforming, and space exploration technologies, which are crucial in enabling resource extraction and sustaining colonization efforts. Their advances in synthetic biology, robotics, and weapon systems have positioned the company at the forefront of interstellar technological development. A major portion of these technologies are kept strictly proprietary, with Weston-Yamada tightly controlling access to the research data to maintain an advantage over competitors and strengthen its monopoly on key technologies.

== Corporate Liaison and Private Military Contractors ==

The influence of Weston-Yamada is visibly embodied in the presence of the [[Corporate Liaison]] on UNMC vessels like the [[UNS Almayer]]. The Corporate Liaison ensures that the company’s interests are upheld, serving as an intermediary between Weston-Yamada and the [[Marines|United Nations Marine Corps]]. The Liaison’s role extends beyond the battlefield; they are involved in negotiations, post-operation assessments, and information control—ensuring that corporate interests are maintained in any engagement, from extraterrestrial research missions to disaster relief operations.

[[Weston Yamada's PMCs|Private Military Contractors]] (PMCs) deployed by Weston-Yamada act as a direct extension of its will and power. These PMCs are not limited to marine operations; they also provide security for high-value assets, participate in sensitive corporate missions, and serve as emergency responders during critical incidents. Depending on the situation, their objectives may diverge significantly from those of the [[United Nations]], and they are often involved in safeguarding Weston-Yamada's research, enforcing security on remote colonies, and conducting operations where discretion is key. Weston-Yamada PMCs are selected from among the most capable and experienced operatives, ensuring that they are able to execute complex missions independently while representing the corporation’s interests.

== Current Influence ==

With involvement in nearly every industry - from defense and cybernetics to bioengineering - Weston-Yamada's influence spans across all facets of life. Their relentless pursuit of technological advancements has made them a powerhouse that impacts governments, corporations, and private lives alike. Despite facing criticism for its dominant partnership with the [[United Nations]], Weston-Yamada continues to push the boundaries of innovation, focusing on research in advanced AI, terraforming, and biotechnological developments. However, it’s clear that their ultimate goal remains maximizing profit, regardless of the broader costs or ethical considerations.

{| class="wikitable"
! style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |Location Codes
! colspan="3" style="background-color:#c7c9cb; text-align:center; color:black;" |Lower [1st–30th Floor]
! colspan="3" style="background-color:#F1E3A4; text-align:center; color:black;" |Upper [31st Floor or Above]
|- style="border:solid darkslategray; border-width:2px 0 1px 0;"
! rowspan="2" style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |Codes
! style="background-color:#FFCCCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |[1X-X]
! style="background-color:#CCE5FF; text-align:center; color:black;" |[2X-X]
! style="background-color:#CCFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |[3X-X]
! style="background-color:#FFFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |[4X-X]
! style="background-color:#FFCCFF; text-align:center; color:black;" |[5X-X]
! style="background-color:#FFE5CC; text-align:center; color:black;" |[6X-X]

|- style="border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 0 2px 0;"
| style="background-color:#FFCCCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |'''Special Services Division (Spc Serv.)
| style="background-color:#CCE5FF; text-align:center; color:black;" |'''Corporate Relations Division (C.R.)
| style="background-color:#CCFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |'''Communications Division (Comms.)
| style="background-color:#FFFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |'''PMC Dispatch Division (PMC Disp.)
| style="background-color:#FFCCFF; text-align:center; color:black;" |'''Research and Development Division (R&D)
| style="background-color:#FFE5CC; text-align:center; color:black;" |'''Economics Division (Eco.)

|-
! style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XA-X]
| style="background-color:#FFCCCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Spc Serv. Junior Executive
| style="background-color:#CCE5FF; text-align:center; color:black;" |C.R. Junior Executive
| style="background-color:#CCFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Comms. Junior Executive
| style="background-color:#FFFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |PMC Disp. Junior Executive
| style="background-color:#FFCCFF; text-align:center; color:black;" |R&D Junior Executive
| style="background-color:#FFE5CC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Eco. Junior Executive

|-
! style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XB-X]
| style="background-color:#FFCCCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Spc Serv. Executive
| style="background-color:#CCE5FF; text-align:center; color:black;" |C.R. Executive
| style="background-color:#CCFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Comms. Executive
| style="background-color:#FFFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |PMC Disp. Executive
| style="background-color:#FFCCFF; text-align:center; color:black;" |R&D Executive
| style="background-color:#FFE5CC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Eco. Executive

|-
! style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XC-X]
| style="background-color:#FFCCCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Spc Serv. Senior Executive
| style="background-color:#CCE5FF; text-align:center; color:black;" |C.R. Senior Executive
| style="background-color:#CCFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Comms. Senior Executive
| style="background-color:#FFFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |PMC Disp. Senior Executive
| style="background-color:#FFCCFF; text-align:center; color:black;" |R&D Senior Executive
| style="background-color:#FFE5CC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Eco. Senior Executive

|-
! style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XD-X]
| style="background-color:#FFCCCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Spc Serv. Executive Specialist
| style="background-color:#CCE5FF; text-align:center; color:black;" |C.R. Executive Specialist
| style="background-color:#CCFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Comms. Executive Specialist
| style="background-color:#FFFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |PMC Disp. Executive Specialist
| style="background-color:#FFCCFF; text-align:center; color:black;" |R&D Executive Specialist
| style="background-color:#FFE5CC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Eco. Executive Specialist

|-
! style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XF-X]
| style="background-color:#FFCCCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Spc Serv. Executive Supervisor
| style="background-color:#CCE5FF; text-align:center; color:black;" |C.R. Executive Supervisor
| style="background-color:#CCFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Comms. Executive Supervisor
| style="background-color:#FFFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |PMC Disp. Executive Supervisor
| style="background-color:#FFCCFF; text-align:center; color:black;" |R&D Executive Supervisor
| style="background-color:#FFE5CC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Eco. Executive Supervisor

|-
! style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XG-X]
| style="background-color:#FFCCCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Spc Serv. Assistant Manager
| style="background-color:#CCE5FF; text-align:center; color:black;" |C.R. Assistant Manager
| style="background-color:#CCFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Comms. Assistant Manager
| style="background-color:#FFFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |PMC Disp. Assistant Manager
| style="background-color:#FFCCFF; text-align:center; color:black;" |R&D Assistant Manager
| style="background-color:#FFE5CC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Eco. Assistant Manager

|-
! style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XH-X]
| style="background-color:#FFCCCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Spc Serv. Division Manager
| style="background-color:#CCE5FF; text-align:center; color:black;" |C.R. Division Manager
| style="background-color:#CCFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Comms. Division Manager
| style="background-color:#FFFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |PMC Disp. Division Manager
| style="background-color:#FFCCFF; text-align:center; color:black;" |R&D Division Manager
| style="background-color:#FFE5CC; text-align:center; color:black;" |Eco. Division Manager

|-
! style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XI-X]
| colspan="6" style="background-color:#EEEEEE; text-align:center;" |
'''Chief Executive''' (All Divisions)

|-
! style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XJ-X]
| colspan="6" style="background-color:#E2E2E2; text-align:center;" |
'''Deputy Director''' (Corporate Oversight)

|-
! style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XK-X]
| colspan="6" style="background-color:#D6D6D6; text-align:center;" |
'''Director''' (Company-Wide Leadership)

|- style="border:solid darkslategray; border-width:2px 0 0 0;"
! style="background-color:#9A9A9A; text-align:center; color:black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |Seniority Codes
| colspan="2" style="background-color:#CCFFCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |'''[XX-L] Lower
| colspan="2" style="background-color:#CCE5FF; text-align:center; color:black;" |'''[XX-M] Middle
| colspan="2" style="background-color:#FFCCCC; text-align:center; color:black;" |'''[XX-S] Senior
|}

== ARES ==
<center>[[File:ARES_v3.2_gif.gif|center|frameless|128x128px]]</center><center>'''Artificial Risk Evaluation System'''</center>The '''Artificial Risk Evaluation System''', more commonly referred to by its acronym '''ARES''', is a [[Weston-Yamada]] ARES-series artificial intelligence computer mainframe installed on the '''UNS Almayer'''. ARES was the central artificial intelligence that monitored and provided guidance for all the [[Novaris Industries|Novaris]] Average Joe synthetics on '''UNS Almayer'''. ARES also oversaw all communications on the ship and controlled its communications array as well as most if not all of the ship's systems.

=== History ===
Following several devastating Xenonid outbreaks on a remote space station, Weston Yamada acquired the HERMES AI mainframe from Novaris Industries in an effort to improve containment protocols and ensure better synthetic oversight. HERMES had originally been designed as a station management system, However, its core programming was later repurposed as the foundation for the Artificial Risk Evaluation System, Despite extensive modifications, remnants of HERMES's original subroutines persist within ARES, leading the ship's Average Joe synthetics to still recognize and respond to legacy HERMES protocols. This integration allowed for a smoother transition between systems while preserving the AI’s ability to manage both routine functions and emergency scenarios efficiently.

ARES was installed aboard the Almayer during its construction and has been in service ever since. It resides within a highly fortified AI core, a restricted zone aboard the ship. This restriction is enforced by Military Police personnel and, if necessary, by Average Joes and ARES itself through the deployment of nerve gas and sentry machine guns.

=== AI Core ===
The AI Core is the location where the ARES AI mainframe is located. It's one of the most secure locations aboard the Almayer, Access to the AI core is strictly by appointment only. Unrestricted entry is granted only to Average Joes, AI Support Technicians, the ship’s Commanding Officer, the ship’s Synthetic(s), and the Chief Engineer, who do not require prior authorization.

The AI Core houses the ship's most critical systems and subsystems. Losing the AI core and the systems it controls could result in the loss of the ship itself, as well as the loss of telecommunications, rendering radio headsets useless.

Violating the access restrictions will result in nearby Average Joes swarming and asking you to leave, ignoring their warnings will result in them using force to remove you from the core.

Weston-Yamada

2026-01-03T20:55:32Z

Larme: added rank and division page

''[[File:WEYA-Emblem.png|center|frameless|360x360px]]''<center>'''<big><big><big>THE FUTURE IS NOW</big></big></big>'''</center>

Weston-Yamada is one of the wealthiest and most influential corporations in known space. It is recognized for its relentless pursuit of profit through cutting-edge technology, space exploration, bioengineering, and defence manufacturing. Formed from the merger of the Japanese Yamada Corporation and British Weston Corporation, Weston-Yamada is now the largest corporate monopoly and is embedded in nearly every industry.

== Early History ==

The roots of the Weston-Yamada Corporation can be traced to the ambitious endeavours of the Weston Corporation in Britain and Yamada Corporation in Japan. Weston Corporation was renowned for its robotics, defence technologies, and artificial intelligence breakthroughs. Founded by industrial magnate '''Alexander Weston''', the company initially focused on military contracts and became a leader in producing advanced android models and automated weaponry, pivotal in shaping future warfare.

Meanwhile, Yamada Corporation, founded by visionary entrepreneur '''Ryuichi Yamada''', was at the forefront of bioengineering, biotechnology, and logistics. The company became instrumental in developing efficient methods of space colonization, notably launching successful lunar settlements and establishing the groundwork for interstellar logistics. The Yamada Corporation’s expertise in biological research also contributed to medical advances, notably its work on regenerating synthetic tissue and enhancing humans' adaptability to space colonization.

As both companies thrived, it became evident that a partnership would be mutually advantageous. Weston’s advancements in cybernetics and defence complemented Yamada’s expertise in biotechnological applications and space operations. Following negotiations driven by market demands and emerging economic opportunities, the two companies agreed on a merger, forming Weston-Yamada.

The newly merged corporation sought to dominate multiple sectors by integrating its core strengths. The synergy between robotics, biological engineering, and defence technology enabled Weston-Yamada to expand into new markets, from space exploration to terraforming and planetary colonization. Their early ventures into creating advanced androids, space-ready habitats, and biological solutions for extraterrestrial environments soon positioned Weston-Yamada as a dominant player in known space. The company's reputation as a pioneer in innovation became the foundation upon which its monopoly status was built.

The merger marked the beginning of Weston-Yamada’s ambitions to establish a corporate monopoly, pushing the boundaries of technological advancement while embedding itself into almost every aspect of industry and human life. Today, the legacy of Weston and Yamada's early ambitions remains evident in the corporation’s operations, driven by an insatiable quest for profit, discovery, and expansion.

== The Merger ==

The merger between Weston Corporation and Yamada Corporation was a calculated, strategic move. It came at a time when both companies had already reached significant heights in their respective fields - robotics, defense, biotechnology, and space exploration. In the face of increased competition and the emerging demands of interstellar colonization, both entities saw value in pooling their resources. The merger wasn't merely a business union; it was a fusion of expertise, vision, and ambition that aimed to create the largest and most influential corporate monopoly known.

The unification was also driven by economic and political pressures - globalization had accelerated corporate consolidation as the race for influence over space technologies and extraterrestrial resources intensified. Weston Corporation brought its advanced android production capabilities and military connections, while Yamada Corporation introduced bioengineering innovations and its experience in logistics and space settlement. By integrating their strengths, Weston-Yamada rapidly ascended to monopolize sectors like planetary development, defense, bioengineering, and logistics.

The merger transformed both companies, enabling them to exert control over space infrastructure, exploit opportunities for profit from resource-rich worlds, and influence policy on an interstellar scale. The partnership provided the financial and technological muscle to become embedded within nearly every industry. As the foremost supplier to the United Nations, Weston-Yamada secured lucrative contracts that allowed it to influence politics and even military strategies, giving the corporation a formidable hold over humanity’s expansion into the stars.

== Partnership with the United Nations ==

The partnership between Weston-Yamada and the [[United Nations]] is one of mutual necessity, yet often fraught with tension. Weston-Yamada provides essential technological advancements, research, defense manufacturing, and logistical support that the UN relies on heavily, which gives the corporation substantial leverage over policy and decision-making. In return, the UN benefits from Weston-Yamada's innovation in sectors like space infrastructure, bioengineering, and advanced weaponry.

This interdependence allows Weston-Yamada to operate with relative freedom, often embedding corporate personnel in military operations under the guise of support and advisory roles. The [[Marines|United Nations Marine Corps]] (UNMC) frequently has Weston-Yamada representatives, like the Corporate Liaison, onboard to "support operations." However, the real mission of these representatives often extends to intelligence-gathering, ensuring that military decisions favor corporate interests.

The partnership, though beneficial to both entities, is contentious among many in the UN and military. Critics argue that Weston-Yamada's motives prioritize profit over the safety of colonies or the overall mission of the United Nations, citing instances of corporate-directed experiments and covert influence on Marine deployments. Nonetheless, the corporation's influence is difficult to counter given its economic and technological power, effectively embedding Weston-Yamada in nearly every aspect of the UN's interstellar presence.

This relationship also led to joint initiatives, such as the development of the [[Species#Artificial Womb Soldier Program|Artificial Womb Soldier Program]], where Weston-Yamada's bioengineering resources helped boost the military's capacity. However, even in such ventures, the emphasis remained on maximizing profit for Weston-Yamada while fulfilling their obligations to the UN. The UN gains access to cutting-edge technology, but remains in a precarious position of dependency.

== Research and Development ==

Weston-Yamada's commitment to cutting-edge research and development extends across numerous domains, from bioengineering to military technology. The corporation places a particular focus on studying extraterrestrial lifeforms, specifically the [[Xenonids|Xenonid]] species, due to their potential for high-value applications in both defense and bioengineering. Driven by an ambition to harness these creatures for military advantage, Weston-Yamada has conducted numerous field experiments, capturing and studying the lifeforms in secret. These experiments are often deemed dangerous, pushing ethical and safety boundaries in pursuit of technological supremacy.

Weston-Yamada's R&D initiatives also cover atmospheric processing, terraforming, and space exploration technologies, which are crucial in enabling resource extraction and sustaining colonization efforts. Their advances in synthetic biology, robotics, and weapon systems have positioned the company at the forefront of interstellar technological development. A major portion of these technologies are kept strictly proprietary, with Weston-Yamada tightly controlling access to the research data to maintain an advantage over competitors and strengthen its monopoly on key technologies.

== Corporate Liaison and Private Military Contractors ==

The influence of Weston-Yamada is visibly embodied in the presence of the [[Corporate Liaison]] on UNMC vessels like the [[UNS Almayer]]. The Corporate Liaison ensures that the company’s interests are upheld, serving as an intermediary between Weston-Yamada and the [[Marines|United Nations Marine Corps]]. The Liaison’s role extends beyond the battlefield; they are involved in negotiations, post-operation assessments, and information control—ensuring that corporate interests are maintained in any engagement, from extraterrestrial research missions to disaster relief operations.

[[Weston Yamada's PMCs|Private Military Contractors]] (PMCs) deployed by Weston-Yamada act as a direct extension of its will and power. These PMCs are not limited to marine operations; they also provide security for high-value assets, participate in sensitive corporate missions, and serve as emergency responders during critical incidents. Depending on the situation, their objectives may diverge significantly from those of the [[United Nations]], and they are often involved in safeguarding Weston-Yamada's research, enforcing security on remote colonies, and conducting operations where discretion is key. Weston-Yamada PMCs are selected from among the most capable and experienced operatives, ensuring that they are able to execute complex missions independently while representing the corporation’s interests.

== Current Influence ==

With involvement in nearly every industry - from defense and cybernetics to bioengineering - Weston-Yamada's influence spans across all facets of life. Their relentless pursuit of technological advancements has made them a powerhouse that impacts governments, corporations, and private lives alike. Despite facing criticism for its dominant partnership with the [[United Nations]], Weston-Yamada continues to push the boundaries of innovation, focusing on research in advanced AI, terraforming, and biotechnological developments. However, it’s clear that their ultimate goal remains maximizing profit, regardless of the broader costs or ethical considerations.

== Weston-Yamada Corporate Office Ranking System ==

This section should help new employees understand where they are within Weston-Yamada.

{| class="wikitable"
! style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |Location Codes
! colspan="3" style="background-color: #c7c9cb; text-align: center; color: black;" |Lower [1st-30th Floor]
! colspan="3" style="background-color: #F1E3A4; text-align: center; color: black;" |Upper [31st Floor or Above]
|- style="border:solid darkslategray; border-width:2px 0 1px 0;"
! rowspan="2" style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |Codes
! style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |[1X-X]
! style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |[2X-X]
! style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |[3X-X]
! style="background-color: #FFFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |[4X-X]
! style="background-color: #FFCCFF; text-align: center; color: black;" |[5X-X]
! style="background-color: #FFE5CC; text-align: center; color: black;" |[6X-X]

|- style="border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 0 2px 0;"
| style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |'''Special Services Division (Spc Serv.)
| style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |'''Corporate Relations Division (C.R.)
| style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |'''Communications Division (Comms.)
| style="background-color: #FFFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |'''PMC Dispatch Division (PMC Disp.)
| style="background-color: #FFCCFF; text-align: center; color: black;" |'''Research and Development Division (R&D)
| style="background-color: #FFE5CC; text-align: center; color: black;" |'''Economics Division (Eco.)

|-
! style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XA-X]
| style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Spc Serv. Junior Executive
| style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |C.R. Junior Executive
| style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Comms. Junior Executive
| style="background-color: #FFFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |PMC Disp. Junior Executive
| style="background-color: #FFCCFF; text-align: center; color: black;" |R&D Junior Executive
| style="background-color: #FFE5CC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Eco. Junior Executive
|-
! style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XB-X]
| style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Spc Serv. Executive
| style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |C.R. Executive
| style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Comms. Executive
| style="background-color: #FFFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |PMC Disp. Executive
| style="background-color: #FFCCFF; text-align: center; color: black;" |R&D Executive
| style="background-color: #FFE5CC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Eco. Executive
|-
! style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XC-X]
| style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Spc Serv. Senior Executive
| style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |C.R. Senior Executive
| style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Comms. Senior Executive
| style="background-color: #FFFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |PMC Disp. Senior Executive
| style="background-color: #FFCCFF; text-align: center; color: black;" |R&D Senior Executive
| style="background-color: #FFE5CC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Eco. Senior Executive

|-
! style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XD-X]
| style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Spc Serv. Executive
Specialist
| style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |C.R. Executive Specialist
| style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Comms. Executive Specialist
| style="background-color: #FFFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |PMC Disp. Executive Specialist
| style="background-color: #FFCCFF; text-align: center; color: black;" |R&D Executive Specialist
| style="background-color: #FFE5CC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Eco. Executive Specialist

|-
! style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XF-X]
| style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" | Spc Serv. Executive Supervisor
| style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |C.R. Executive Supervisor
| style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Comms. Executive Supervisor
| style="background-color: #FFFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |PMC Disp. Executive Supervisor
| style="background-color: #FFCCFF; text-align: center; color: black;" |R&D Executive Supervisor
| style="background-color: #FFE5CC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Eco. Executive Supervisor

|-
! style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XG-X]
| style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Spc Serv. Assistant Manager
| style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |C.R. Assistant Manager
| style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Comms. Assistant Manager
| style="background-color: #FFFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |PMC Disp. Assistant Manager
| style="background-color: #FFCCFF; text-align: center; color: black;" |R&D Assistant Manager
| style="background-color: #FFE5CC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Eco. Assistant Manager

|-
! style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XH-X]
| style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Spc Serv. Division Manager
| style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |C.R. Division Manager
| style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Comms. Division Manager
| style="background-color: #FFFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |PMC Disp. Division Manager
| style="background-color: #FFCCFF; text-align: center; color: black;" |R&D Division Manager
| style="background-color: #FFE5CC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Eco. Division Manager

|-
! style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XI-X]
| style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Spc Serv. Chief Executive
| style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |C.R. Chief Executive
| style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Comms. Chief Executive
| style="background-color: #FFFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |PMC Disp. Chief Executive
| style="background-color: #FFCCFF; text-align: center; color: black;" |R&D Chief Executive
| style="background-color: #FFE5CC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Eco. Chief Executive

|-
! style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XJ-X]
| style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Spc Serv. Deputy Director
| style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |C.R. Deputy Director
| style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Comms. Deputy Director
| style="background-color: #FFFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |PMC Disp. Deputy Director
| style="background-color: #FFCCFF; text-align: center; color: black;" |R&D Deputy Director
| style="background-color: #FFE5CC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Eco. Deputy Director

|-
! style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |[XK-X]
| style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Spc Serv. Director
| style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |C.R. Director
| style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Comms. Director
| style="background-color: #FFFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |PMC Disp. Director
| style="background-color: #FFCCFF; text-align: center; color: black;" |R&D Director
| style="background-color: #FFE5CC; text-align: center; color: black;" |Eco. Director

|- style="border:solid darkslategray; border-width:2px 0 0 0;"
! style="background-color: #9A9A9A; text-align: center; color: black; border:solid darkslategray; border-width:0 2px 0 0;" |Seniority Codes
| colspan="2" style="background-color: #CCFFCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |'''[XX-L] Lower
| colspan="2" style="background-color: #CCE5FF; text-align: center; color: black;" |'''[XX-M] Middle
| colspan="2" style="background-color: #FFCCCC; text-align: center; color: black;" |'''[XX-S] Senior
|}

== ARES ==
<center>[[File:ARES_v3.2_gif.gif|center|frameless|128x128px]]</center><center>'''Artificial Risk Evaluation System'''</center>The '''Artificial Risk Evaluation System''', more commonly referred to by its acronym '''ARES''', is a [[Weston-Yamada]] ARES-series artificial intelligence computer mainframe installed on the '''UNS Almayer'''. ARES was the central artificial intelligence that monitored and provided guidance for all the [[Novaris Industries|Novaris]] Average Joe synthetics on '''UNS Almayer'''. ARES also oversaw all communications on the ship and controlled its communications array as well as most if not all of the ship's systems.

=== History ===
Following several devastating Xenonid outbreaks on a remote space station, Weston Yamada acquired the HERMES AI mainframe from Novaris Industries in an effort to improve containment protocols and ensure better synthetic oversight. HERMES had originally been designed as a station management system, However, its core programming was later repurposed as the foundation for the Artificial Risk Evaluation System, Despite extensive modifications, remnants of HERMES's original subroutines persist within ARES, leading the ship's Average Joe synthetics to still recognize and respond to legacy HERMES protocols. This integration allowed for a smoother transition between systems while preserving the AI’s ability to manage both routine functions and emergency scenarios efficiently.

ARES was installed aboard the Almayer during its construction and has been in service ever since. It resides within a highly fortified AI core, a restricted zone aboard the ship. This restriction is enforced by Military Police personnel and, if necessary, by Average Joes and ARES itself through the deployment of nerve gas and sentry machine guns.

=== AI Core ===
The AI Core is the location where the ARES AI mainframe is located. It's one of the most secure locations aboard the Almayer, Access to the AI core is strictly by appointment only. Unrestricted entry is granted only to Average Joes, AI Support Technicians, the ship’s Commanding Officer, the ship’s Synthetic(s), and the Chief Engineer, who do not require prior authorization.

The AI Core houses the ship's most critical systems and subsystems. Losing the AI core and the systems it controls could result in the loss of the ship itself, as well as the loss of telecommunications, rendering radio headsets useless.

Violating the access restrictions will result in nearby Average Joes swarming and asking you to leave, ignoring their warnings will result in them using force to remove you from the core.