When the international megacorporation's expanded until they became more powerful than governments and nations, corporate executives rose above politicians and royalty as the true ruling class. On the world stage, these executives wield the power to shape the future to their own designs. The highest executives and company shareholders hold such great wealth that it is measured more in orders of magnitude than simple numbers.
Like any form of organization, corporate hierarchies take many forms. For some corporations, the corporation is a family business. The sons and daughters of executives are bred and trained for succession, the money passed down the bloodline. For other corporations, promotions are meritbased. Of course, in many cases, ‘merit’ is defined by the most cunning, ruthless, and vicious individuals willing to ascend a staircase of bodies and broken dreams.
- Skill Proficiencies: Insight, plus one from among Persuasion or Deception
- Tool Proficiencies: None
- Languages: Two of your choice
- Equipment: : A set of fine clothes, a smartphone, an award from your company, and a credit stick with 2,500₵.
You know how to speak with corporate employees, speaking to managers and wage slaves each in a manner befitting their station. You know how to communicate with corporate bureaucrats in an effective manner to get what you desire with minimal delay. When negotiating a transaction with a corporation, you can always at least get a fair market price.
Suggested Characteristics
| d8 | Personality Trait |
|---|---|
| 1 | I am condescending to those I see as beneath me. |
| 2 | I am cold and calculating, with an analytical mind. |
| 3 | I’m the hands off kind of manager, and I see my employees as my friends or family. |
| 4 | I tend to make and hold grudges with grim determination. |
| 5 | I’ll talk about anything anywhere. I love the sound of my own voice. |
| 6 | I was promoted far above my level of competence, so I fake it |
| 7 | I prefer to supervise instead of getting physically involved |
| 8 | I promote a balanced work environment with proper flow of energy |
| d6 | Ideal |
|---|---|
| 1 | Equality. People are people, regardless of their position in the hierarchy. (Good) |
| 2 | Model Citizen. I will use the power granted to me responsibly and in accordance with rules and regulations. (Lawful) |
| 3 | Unpredictable. Bureaucracy just gets in the way, I’ll cut out the middleman. (Chaotic) |
| 4 | King. There’s nothing I wouldn’t do to reach the top. (Evil) |
| 5 | Dedication. Any business is like a family, and I will ensure my family prospers. (Any |
| 6 | Wealth. Money measures one’s worth in life. (Neutral) |
| d6 | Bond |
|---|---|
| 1 | I was terminated after a hostile takeover, and the parting was not clean. |
| 2 | The world is spiraling out of control, and I need to take the reins. |
| 3 | I know the dirty secrets of a major corporation. |
| 4 | My company was dissolved after a series of unfortunate events, and I will rebuild it. |
| 5 | I want to escape my old corporate life, but that’s easier said than done |
| 6 | The terrible things I’ve done can never be forgiven |
| d6 | Flaw |
|---|---|
| 1 | Money and power have given me some eccentric tastes that others find bizarre. |
| 2 | I am tightfisted with my money, even when I have plenty |
| 3 | I’m too proud for my own good, I have a hard time accepting help from others |
| 4 | I splash my money around to impress people, spending more than I can afford |
| 5 | I’m impulsive, acting before I think things through. |
| 6 | I will talk about my family for hours, whether people care or not |
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