Primus Company

A world where those with power choose a life of servitude or a life of freedom.

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Posted by Atroniac, 2 months ago. Permalink

Tragedy tonight as the lives of at least 7 people were lost after a riot in Oil City, California. The gathering, originally a simple protest for the rights of the Unique, turned hostile as members of the free activist group calling themselves Equilibrium stormed the gathering, resulting in killing of 7 people and leaving many more in critical condition. Eyewitness testimonials report the members being clad in silver armor and all weilding midevil era weapons. The supposed head of the group was an individual calling themselves Reno, who made a speech after the group assumed control of the event. One of the members of the crowd managed to capture this speech on record which we will play for you now. Please be warned that the following audio may be considered disturbing.

"...look at all of you. Sitting politely while those heretics use our kind for their own benefit? You call yourselves our brothers and sisters yet you know nothing about us. You are no better than those who rejected the gifts they were given swearing themselves to that snake Hoss. *sounds of shuffling feet and confused people* Look at them. Traitors, weaklings... There are no place for people like this in this world. It is time for something to be done, something no one else is brave enough to do. *screams and the sounds of bodies falling over as the recording erupts into chaos before cutting*"

Among the dead were Noah Chase, aka Twinstripe, a member of the free group !Radiohead, and Sarah Clark, the daughter of the local Primus branch's overseer. Thankfully a Unique task force was able to arrive on scene within minutes and prevent further deaths. This is simply the latest in a recent string of attacks done by free activist groups in the recent months.

The Director of Primus gave a statement saying the following, "It's a tragic thing. No loss of innocent life is acceptable to us at Primus. My condolences to the families of the victims, to those at the branch in Bakersfield, and to !Radiohead. There was not a single group unaffected tonight, free or unique. Tonight, we are all hurting. I would like to personally extend an offer financial assistance to all those effected and their families, as well as covering any expenses that may result from this truly horrific act at no cost...to those in !Radiohead, I know you may not be fond of how we work here at Primus, but I think this is an important example that beneath all our differences, we are all human. We work through collaboration, not division..."

This and other recent events have led to some questioning why Primus doesn't crack down on these groups harder. When questioned on the matter Hoss said the following "...punishing those who truly are working for for a better future because of the work of a few bad actors goes against our goal at Primus. Free groups are champions of the people, it is the fact that they are independent that makes them special and we wish to protect that."

Posted by Atroniac, 2 months ago. Permalink

Primus Director - Hoss makes statements on current state of the world

Prime Director Kal Hoss was asked in a recent interview about his thoughts on the current state of the world. "...The world never becomes less hostile... There is always another threat that humanity will have to face. We at Primus and our "Uniques" will always be here to assist and aid in these ventures to preserve us throughout it all." When asked about the recent surge in the self proclaimed "free" Hoss responded, saying, "They have a vision. A childish one, but a vision all the same. It's people like that who show humanity's courage and indomitable spirit. Should any of them wish to become the part of something bigger, we would gladly accept into Primus Company to join our ranks. Some of our best were once like them, lost without anyone to guide or train them..." A touching statement to be sure.

Hoss recently celebrated Primus' 20th anniversary at Primus HQ where they revealed a statue honoring the legacy that Primus has left on the world. It seems that the whole company was in high spirits. "Uniques" were seen wandering around all major Primus Facility locations in a well deserved day off. This flies in the face of~~~

 

Don't listen to their words. Primus is not good, their celebrations and kind words only seek to lead you to become their tool. We see through it, their lies and false promises. We choose to not be subject to their control. We choose our freedom. They will not take that away from us. Join us, not because we ask, but for your own sake. Keep your ears open, more will come soon.

Frequency, signing off.

 

~~~we back? Are we back? Sorry about that listeners, it appears we had some technical difficulties in our broadcast for some viewers. But we seem to have you back now. Anyway, next up will be Stephen with sports. We all hope you have an amazing day."

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Prime Earth

Prime Earth exists in a world where the supernatural has become common to the point of normalcy. Every week a new wanna be super villain rises up and must be beaten back into line. All this is done under the watchful eye of the Primus Company. A group dedicated to keeping the world safe from any threats that attempt to wreak havoc. But even without them, there are also those who work from the shadows without the guidance of Primus who also wish to be more than just an average person.

House Rules

Contractors from Primus Company Are NOT portable, and may NOT visit other Playgroups to participate in Contracts.
Primus Company grants 6 Experience points to GMs who achieve the Golden Ratio.
  • Citizenship: Active Players are expected to GM Contracts from time to time. If you have played as a Contractor in your most recent six Contracts, you are barred from playing in The Illumination again until you GM. Not implemented at present.

 

Character Creation Rules

  • Assets/Liabilities limit: Player characters at start can only spend/gain 21 total points of exp from Assets/Liabilities (meaning if you gain 3 from a Liability and then spend 3 on an asset you in total have used 6 exp)
  • Naturally Talented: Player characters get to take the gifted asset at character creation, disregarding the exp cost.
  • Iconic: Player characters are allowed to be inspired by characters from media, as long as they themselves are not that person and have a personality aside from that. (You may have eaten the gum-gum fruit but you are not Monkey D. Luffy) 
  • Cooperation not Competition: Avoid character concepts that would be overly disruptive to play with/around. (Don't be a living bomb)
  • Choose your fighter: At character creation you must decide whether your character decided to be employed at Primus or not. This mostly changes things related to non contract stuff.
  • Check me out: Players must be approved before playing by an approved gm
  • Contractors are people who would see their ambitions through regardless of access to powers. Your Ambition must be a core driver to your character's actions, is a large point of tension for their story, and is likely to get them into trouble. Craft your Ambition carefully and be open to suggestions and changes from Playgroup Leaders in order nail it. (Keep in mind, however, that Ambitions can and will change over time as your Contractor develops. It's simply part of character development! No matter what, Ambitions are why a Contractor risks their life continuing to participate in Contracts.)

Full Setting Description

As long as Primus stands, humanity shall prosper!

 

Primus were the ones to make sense of the chaos. People with strange abilities popping up all over the globe until almost everyone at least knew of someone with one. Primus saw this as an opportunity for the next step for humanity. They gathered up many "uniques" and gave them a choice to become a part of something greater. A new force of uniquely enhanced individuals which would serve as the protectors of humanity from the supernatural. All individuals determined to be "unique" enough were given a choice. Work for Primus, ensure the safety of those you care about, or go it alone, and face the horrors of the world.

 

That was 20 years ago, now the name Primus Company, is commonplace. Not just for good, but for bad. Stories of children determined to be "uniques" being taken from their families. Parents who accept Primus' deal to be able to provide for their families only to never see them again. The Life of a "unique" is one of eternal servitude to the cause.

 

 

The Choice

There are also those who rejected Primus' deal. The ones who instead chose to fly their own flag apart from the sterile towers of Primus Company. Those who wish to change the world without having their cold gaze watching their every move. They go by many names, but share one common trait among all of them... They are the "free"

 

Although Primus isn't fond of the "free's" existence. As long as they stay in their lane, Primus won't act against them. There are even recorded cases of the "free" and "unique" working together. And sometimes "free" are called on to help Primus agents with tasks due to their "home field knowledge"

 

World Events

Posted by Atroniac, 2 months ago. Permalink

Tragedy tonight as the lives of at least 7 people were lost after a riot in Oil City, California. The gathering, originally a simple protest for the rights of the Unique, turned hostile as members of the free activist group calling themselves Equilibrium stormed the gathering, resulting in killing of 7 people and leaving many more in critical condition. Eyewitness testimonials report the members being clad in silver armor and all weilding midevil era weapons. The supposed head of the group was an individual calling themselves Reno, who made a speech after the group assumed control of the event. One of the members of the crowd managed to capture this speech on record which we will play for you now. Please be warned that the following audio may be considered disturbing.

"...look at all of you. Sitting politely while those heretics use our kind for their own benefit? You call yourselves our brothers and sisters yet you know nothing about us. You are no better than those who rejected the gifts they were given swearing themselves to that snake Hoss. *sounds of shuffling feet and confused people* Look at them. Traitors, weaklings... There are no place for people like this in this world. It is time for something to be done, something no one else is brave enough to do. *screams and the sounds of bodies falling over as the recording erupts into chaos before cutting*"

Among the dead were Noah Chase, aka Twinstripe, a member of the free group !Radiohead, and Sarah Clark, the daughter of the local Primus branch's overseer. Thankfully a Unique task force was able to arrive on scene within minutes and prevent further deaths. This is simply the latest in a recent string of attacks done by free activist groups in the recent months.

The Director of Primus gave a statement saying the following, "It's a tragic thing. No loss of innocent life is acceptable to us at Primus. My condolences to the families of the victims, to those at the branch in Bakersfield, and to !Radiohead. There was not a single group unaffected tonight, free or unique. Tonight, we are all hurting. I would like to personally extend an offer financial assistance to all those effected and their families, as well as covering any expenses that may result from this truly horrific act at no cost...to those in !Radiohead, I know you may not be fond of how we work here at Primus, but I think this is an important example that beneath all our differences, we are all human. We work through collaboration, not division..."

This and other recent events have led to some questioning why Primus doesn't crack down on these groups harder. When questioned on the matter Hoss said the following "...punishing those who truly are working for for a better future because of the work of a few bad actors goes against our goal at Primus. Free groups are champions of the people, it is the fact that they are independent that makes them special and we wish to protect that."

Posted by Atroniac, 2 months ago. Permalink

Primus Director - Hoss makes statements on current state of the world

Prime Director Kal Hoss was asked in a recent interview about his thoughts on the current state of the world. "...The world never becomes less hostile... There is always another threat that humanity will have to face. We at Primus and our "Uniques" will always be here to assist and aid in these ventures to preserve us throughout it all." When asked about the recent surge in the self proclaimed "free" Hoss responded, saying, "They have a vision. A childish one, but a vision all the same. It's people like that who show humanity's courage and indomitable spirit. Should any of them wish to become the part of something bigger, we would gladly accept into Primus Company to join our ranks. Some of our best were once like them, lost without anyone to guide or train them..." A touching statement to be sure.

Hoss recently celebrated Primus' 20th anniversary at Primus HQ where they revealed a statue honoring the legacy that Primus has left on the world. It seems that the whole company was in high spirits. "Uniques" were seen wandering around all major Primus Facility locations in a well deserved day off. This flies in the face of~~~

 

Don't listen to their words. Primus is not good, their celebrations and kind words only seek to lead you to become their tool. We see through it, their lies and false promises. We choose to not be subject to their control. We choose our freedom. They will not take that away from us. Join us, not because we ask, but for your own sake. Keep your ears open, more will come soon.

Frequency, signing off.

 

~~~we back? Are we back? Sorry about that listeners, it appears we had some technical difficulties in our broadcast for some viewers. But we seem to have you back now. Anyway, next up will be Stephen with sports. We all hope you have an amazing day."

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