Factions
Six factions compete for control of Tau Ceti IV. Each offers unique contracts, rewards, and progression.
CyberAcme
“Upgrade. Evolve. Dominate.”
Tech utility, economy, baseline optimization
The corporation behind Runner Shell ONI systems. CyberAcme centers on tech utility and survivability, specializing in digital systems, AI integration, and Runner modifications. Their upgrades focus on cooldown reduction, inventory efficiency, and overall reliability.
NuCaloric
“Nourish the Future.”
Survivability, healing, movement, traversal
A food production and pharmaceutical conglomerate focused on colony survival and data recovery. NuCaloric contracts center on biological collection, exploration, and resource gathering. Their reward track is built around keeping you alive longer.
Traxus
“Built to Last.”
Salvage, weapon mods, high-value loot recovery
The industrial backbone of Tau Ceti IV. Traxus built the colony's infrastructure and now needs Runners to recover valuable salvage. Their progression offers high-tier weapon access, advanced mods, and defensive gear for disciplined players.
MIDA
“Freedom Through Force.”
Sabotage, explosives, area denial, disruption
Originally a political independence movement, MIDA has evolved into a militant faction seeking to free Tau Ceti IV from corporate control. Their contracts involve sabotage, hacking, and disruption of UESC infrastructure. High-risk, high-reward gameplay.
Arachne
“Every Thread Connected.”
PvP combat, aggression, elimination contracts
A network of aggressive operatives focused on direct combat and PvP dominance. Arachne rewards confrontation with other Runners — their contracts emphasize eliminations and presence in high-traffic zones. Built for confident gunfighters.
Sekiguchi Genetics
“Evolution Accelerated.”
Shell enhancement, biomata technology, runner-specific cores
A cutting-edge biotech firm pushing genetic modification boundaries. Sekiguchi researches Tau Ceti IV's native organisms and WEAVEworm technology. Their contracts center on Shell-related experimentation and provide runner-specific cores that enhance shell abilities.