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'''If you were looking for a guide on being one of the Syndicate, [[Traitor|click here]].'''
'''If you were looking for a guide on being one of the Syndicate, [[Traitor|click here]].'''


The Syndicate isn't so much one group, as a load of groups, each vying for power! Various companies, criminal families, and paramilitary groups make up what is known as "the syndicate". Some syndicate members aren't even human (see [[changeling]] for more detail). In the end, if you work for a company that is opposed to Nanotrasen, you are part of the syndicate; the only organizations that aren't part of the syndicate are the [[Space Wizard Federation]] and proto-organizations such as the [[Blood Cult|Cult of the Blood Geometer]] and the [[Clockwork Cult]].
“They’re a Mirage of Red Clouds, one day they are there. One day they are not.” - Nanotrasen Grand Admiral Foster when asked to describe the Syndicate to Journalists in an interview in the year 2554


=History of the Syndicate=
=What is the Syndicate=
The Syndicate is a collective of multiple influential corporations and many more less influential corporations who seek to oppose Nanotrasen for a plethora of reasons, and are aided by various paramilitary groups and other organizations who may also wish to oppose Nanotrasen. Initially founded by Cybersun Industries, Donk Corporation, and Waffle Corporation, there are plenty of reasons an organization joins the Syndicate, some hold grudges over business deals, others have a hatred for Nanotrasen and their monopoly or perhaps they just want a piece of Nanotrasens cake. Whatever their reason, they are the main threat to Nanotrasen today.


The Syndicate formed out of two main factors: a broken down trade deal between Nanotrasen-COO and the Donk Pocket Corporation as well as a rising cutoffs of trade between the Commonwealth of Orion and non-Nanotrasen corporations. The Syndicate has existed in two phases: the First and the Second (current) Syndicate. The First Syndicate was formed in the year 2523 after a massive trade-deal between Nanotrasen-COO and the Donk Pocket Corporation (commonly known as Donk Co.) flopped and a large amount of investors pulled out of the Donk Pocket Corporation. The remaining shareholders of Donk Co. met with the Board of Directors of Waffle Co., another corporation that almost collapsed due to Nanotrasen, and decided to confederate their efforts into a single entity known as The Syndicate. The First Syndicate did not attempt to subvert Nanotrasen by military force, but was rather an economic union to promote trade between and outside Donk and Waffle Co.
They are Armed
They are Dedicated
They are Dangerous.
And they will stop at nothing to achieve their goal of bringing down Nanotrasen, no matter the cost.


From 2523 to 2544, the Syndicate existed as an almost nonexistent threat to Nanotrasen. Corporate officers within both Donk and Waffle Co. were desperately trying to restore the profits of their companies and re-insure investors of their stability. It wasn't until 2544, a year after Silar Group (part of Nanotrasen) discovered plasma gas giants, that the Syndicate reformed and militarized themselves. In 2544, due to a massive trading offer offered by Nanotrasen to the Commonwealth of Orion, the COO cut off nearly all trading with non-Nanotrasen corporations. This devastated the stock and profits of many companies. In retaliation to this event, Donk, Waffle Co., and multiple other leaders from a variety of corporations that were devastated by this trading block met at Donk Co.'s headquarters to discuss the fabrication of a new, reformed Syndicate. This meeting would mark the beginning of the Second Syndicate, in which leaders pooled their money and resources into militarily defeating Nanotrasen rather than economically. Although the trading block implemented by the COO would soon be removed, the Syndicate would still continue to exert pressure on Nanotrasen, especially on their plasma mining interests. Through this, the Syndicate would become a massive threat to the interests of Nanotrasen.
=Syndicate Hierarchy and Government=
===Hierarchy===
Initially, the Syndicate lacked a Hierarchy, and even today the idea of Autonomy among each of the members is highly sought and respected. However, thanks to the diplomatic, and sometimes not so diplomatic, suggestions of the bigger corps, the Syndicate was reformed into a more centralized organization with a planned agenda.  
Hierarchy:
*Leaders: The Officers
*Very Influential Members: First Rank
*Less Influential Members: Second Rank


=Modern Day Syndicate=
==Government==
===Assembly of Ranks===
Every year, or upon demand of at least three of the five Officers, all member organizations of the Syndicate meet in an undisclosed location to discuss pressing matters. The Assembly tackles issues brought up by members focused on the next steps to subdue Nanotrasen. This is effectively a “Legislative” body within the Syndicate, but it’s only to determine the bigger picture for the next year. The Ranks are updated every 5 years based on company or organization influence and performance, but having an ally Officer goes a long way to climb up the ranks.


[[File:Syndilogo.png|frame|left|The Syndicate's official logo.]] The modern-day Syndicate exists as a confederation of corporations and organizations in the outer reaches of Nanotrasen territory. The Syndicate employs a variety of tactics in order to sabotage Nanotrasen production, such as the conscription of disgruntled Nanotrasen employees, the implementation of [[Changeling|Changelings]] among crew, or even as far as to directly send [[Nuclear Operative|Nuclear Strike Teams]] to Nanotrasen facilities. The Syndicate is interested in the collection of limited and high-risk items such as the [[Nuclear Authentication Disk]], the sabotage of facilities through use of a high-magnitude nuclear device or even naval bombardments by the Syndicate Navy. The Syndicate primarily focuses on Nanotrasen's main source of income: plasma mining. They are known to especially use the tactics outlined above on Plasma Research, Collection, and Refinement stations.
===The Council===
There are 5 Officers which make up the Council, which are the 5 most powerful groups within the Syndicate. The Officers are elected every 10 years by the Assembly of Ranks in a vote where performance as a company and as a Syndicate member are both highly important, with every First Rank vote counting as two and every Second Rank vote counting as one.
Only First Rank members can be appointed as Officers.  


=History=
===Foundation - 2520-2537===
After the signing of the Soul Act in 2480 and the subsequent secession wars, the Commonwealth began signing a plethora of new contracts with corporations for technology necessary to win their internal conflict. However, it was clear that most of these contracts were given to Nanotrasen, due to their unparalleled sway in Commonwealth politics. As such, Cybersun industries, Donk Co., and Waffle Co. banded together, forming the basis of what would become the Syndicate. Their initial efforts were mostly political and economic, dealing with court cases, lobbying, market manipulation, and political power plays. Many other corporations and groups who also had reason to disdain Nanotrasen caught wind of this new triad, and joined their efforts, spanning the 17 years of foundation for the Syndicate. However, all members realized, after 17 years, that if they wanted to truly hinder or impede Nanotrasen, they would need to change their strategy into something more… Violent.
===Mobilization - 2537-2550===
In 2537, after years of struggling, the Syndicate had failed to make much progress against Nanotrasen. The megacorporation was still the favorite of the Commonwealth, and the constituents of the Syndicate wanted results, sooner rather than later
During what is now known as the “Mobilization” period, several new factions had formed in or joined the Syndicate, such as “The Committee”, a group of oftentimes extreme marketing and public relations experts and professional corporate diplomats, who work tirelessly to grow Syndicate influence within the Commonwealth’s corrupt inner circle of politicians, including the most senior of senators.
A controversial addition during this time was of the notoriously ruthless Warlords known as the “Gorlex Marauders”. They are feared and respected  even by the most experienced security experts amongst Nanotrasen for their sheer viciousness, and their proven ability to board and detonate a warhead within top of the line Nanotrasen stations.  Not many know the real reason for their involvement with Syndicate, but the running theory is that Nanotrasen had disputes with them in their home system, which led the Marauders to ally themselves with Nanotrasen’s biggest enemy.
It was during this period that the bigger corporations such as Cybersun sought to “Unite” the Syndicate by creating institutions to centralize it as an organization. Something which many small corporations and even some big corporations oppose to this day. The Rank system of the Syndicate, along with The Council, were created in the year 2543, but only came into effect in 2545. During this period the Syndicate suffered from internal schisming and infighting.. Due to these complications, the Syndicate was much less active up until the year 2550, where they made a stunning reemergence.
===Present Day - 2550-2556===
2550 was the year of the Nanotrasen Odyssey Exposition, a decennial show of force in the corporate world for Nanotrasen to illustrate their progress to the public, and to their investors and allies. 2550 was a dark year for the Exposition, due to a massive bioterror attack orchestrated by the Syndicate which resulted in the deaths of thousands of civilians and Nanotrasen personnel, including parts of the Board of Directors. However, no links were ever officially found between the attack and the Syndicate. Nanotrasen did try to bring the matter to the courts and even the legislative branch of the Commonwealth itself, to no success.
This terrorist attack, known as the “Failed Odyssey” or the “Toxic Odyssey” was the first and biggest of many blows to Nanotrasen over the last 6 years. It conveyed a message of unity and power from the Syndicate, as well as showing them to be unafraid to take bold action. Nanotrasen has since doubled their security budget in an effort to prevent attacks of that scale from happening again. However, the Syndicate has never been more active.
This is the time period we find ourselves in today, a time where the competition between Nanotrasen and the Syndicate is at its peak, and everyone holds their breath as the balance of power seems to swing like a pendulum.
No matter what happens, always remember: We are armed, We are dedicated, and We are Dangerous.     
       
=Syndicate Factions=
=Syndicate Factions=
==The Big Three==
==The Officers==
These three are the biggest and most powerful factions that make up The Syndicate. Due to the sheer magnitude of their resources and power, a lot of infighting happens between these three, but are ultimately united against their enemy: [[Nanotrasen]].
===Cybersun Industries===
Some call them the leader of the Syndicate, others call them merely an associate. The truth is, Cybersun is the largest and one of the most influential members of the Syndicate. They are also one of the original 3 founding members, so they sit at the top of the chain amongst the Officers. This does not make their authority unlimited however, and if multiple Officers were to come together, Cybersun could be pressured to concede on some issues. Cybersun’s influence on the Syndicate as a whole is also immense, though many members of the Syndicate dislike or even outright hate Cybersun due to their focus on centralizing the SSyndicate.
Additionally, they are one of the main direct aggressors against Nanotrasen, as a substantial number of operatives hidden within Nanotrasen are alleged to work for Cybersun.
On the public side of things, Cybersun is a corporation well known for their progress in the medical and human augmentation fields. Some of their patents put many of Nanotrasen’s best medical advancements to shame.
 
Operative Notes:  
Donk Co. and Waffle Co. Operatives are not to be trusted, but try to avoid outright hostility unless it’s necessary. The Committee are our allies and friends, work with them and assist them if possible. Mechanized Gears are a branch group of ours, and as such they should be treated with trust. Lastly, make sure that there are no traces of Cybersun being involved in any of your activities.


===Donk Corporation===
===Donk Corporation===
Donk Co. is led by a group of ex-pirates, who used to be at a state of all-out war against Waffle.co because of an obscure political scandal, but have recently come to a war limitation. They now consist of a series of colonial governments and companies. They were the first to officially begin confrontations against Nanotrasen because of an incident where Nanotrasen purposely swindled them out of a fortune, sending their controlled colonies into a terrible poverty. Their missions against Nanotrasen revolve around stealing valuables and kidnapping and executing key personnel, ransoming their lives for money. They merged with a splinter-cell of Waffle.co who wanted to end hostilities and formed the Gorlex Marauders. Donk Co. is one of the top factions within The Syndicate, making up a large portion of their monetary assets.
Donk Co. does not have a “normal” corporate history. Originally, their founders were a successful group of pirates who raided the corners of the known galaxy and even the unknown, but eventually moved on to become a corporation whose main products were foods and weapons. This relative prosperity for the pirates-turned-businessmen continued for a time, until they got swindled in a major deal by Nanotrasen. This maneuver cost them a fortune and almost bankrupted the entire corporation itself, which sparked off a century-long feud between Donk Co. and Nanotrasen.


They mostly supply their operatives with equipment which is useful for stealth and remaining undetected, as well as equipment which gives their agents plausible deniability and the ability to hide in plain sight, such as disguised tools or guns.
They reside in a state of cold war against Waffle Co. Their sworn nemesis within the Syndicate. During the more unstable periods of the Syndicate mobilization age, Donk Co. and Waffle Co. were in a state of all out war against each other. The reason for the war itself was actually a minor political scandal in the Commonwealth, as Donk Co. had secretly been bribing Commonwealth and Corporate officials in Waffle Co. properties as a form of corporate espionage. However, it ended up escalating when it was revealed when Waffle Co. was doing the exact same thing.


'''Operative Notes:'''<br>
If Cybersun is the alleged kingpin of the Syndicate, then Donk Co. is its treasurer. Donk Co. is one of the most financially important members of the SSyndicate, managing many of the funds for SSyndicate research projects, along with other projects that require funding. As such, they have a good standing with many of the Second Rank corps and often draw their votes in.
Most other syndicate operatives are not to be trusted, except fellow Donk members and members of the Gorlex Marauders. We do not approve of mindless killing of innocent workers; "get in, get done, get out" is our motto. Members of Waffle.co are to be killed on sight; they are not allowed to be on the station while we're around. Operatives are given full disclosure on the identities of other agents.
 
Operative Notes:  
Waffle Co. Operatives are to be treated with the highest distrust and eliminated if they attempt to subvert our objectives, The Gorlex Marauders are to be trusted. Most other Syndicate operatives are not to be trusted. If you have to kill innocent people to get in your goals, feel free to do so, but avoid carnage if you can.
Our motto is: “Get In, Get done, and Get out.


===Waffle Corporation===
===Waffle Corporation===
Waffle Co. is an interstellar company that produces the best waffles in the galaxy. Their waffles have been rumored to be dipped in the most exotic and addictive drug known to man. They were involved in a political scandal with Donk.co, and have since been in constant war with them. Because of their constant exploits of the galactic economy and stock market, they have been able to bribe their way into amassing a large arsenal of weapons of mass destruction. They target Nanotrasen because of their communistic threat, and their economic threat. Their leaders often have a twisted sense of humor, often misleading and intentionally putting their operatives into harm for laughs. A splinter-cell of Waffle.co merged with Donk.co and formed the Gorlex Marauders and have been a constant ally since. The Waffle.co has lost an overwhelming majority of its military to the Gorlex Marauders.
Founded and run by a family that is best described as “Insane but efficient.” The Waffle Corporation is best known for producing the world’s best waffles, combining various exotic and rare materials into a delightfully tasteful waffle. Their signature recipe is a well-kept secret from even some of the highest ranked employees, and those that do know it are forced to sign numerous non-disclosure agreements.  


They mostly supply their operatives with equipment meant to sent a message or entertain their executives. This mostly consists of things like explosive rubber ducks or angry bee grenades.
Waffle Co. within the Syndicate is well known for their brutal, and sometimes comedic, attacks due to most of their high ranking members being absolute lunatics. Though their methods are entirely questionable, and sometimes unhinged, the results are clear, so while many would like to see them eradicated from the Syndicate, or the universe on the whole, many in the Syndicate see them as a necessary evil.  


'''Operative Notes:'''<br>
Despite being Supported by Donk Co., Waffle Co. also gives their support to the Gorlex Marauders mainly because they enjoy seeing Nanotrasen stations being blown to bits and pieces are prone to providing them some of their more exotic technologies, a specialty of Waffle Co. Aside from exotic weaponry, Waffle Co. is also one of the leaders in animal related products ranging from simple commodities to rare delicacies coupled with some of the best leading experts on food scientists.  
Most other syndicate operatives are not to be trusted, except for members of the Gorlex Marauders. Do not trust fellow members of the Waffle.co (but try not to rat them out), as they might have been assigned opposing objectives. We encourage humorous terrorism against Nanotrasen; we like to see our operatives creatively kill people while getting the job done. Operatives are given full disclosure on the identities of other agents.


===Cybersun Industries===
Operative Notes:
Cybersun Industries is a well-known organization that bases its business model primarily on the research and development of human-enhancing computer and mechanical technology. They are notorious for their aggressive corporate tactics, and have been known to subsidize the Gorlex Marauder warlords as a form of paid terrorism. Their competent coverups and unchallenged mind-manipulation and augmentation technology makes them a large threat to Nanotrasen. In the recent years of the syndicate coalition, Cybersun Industries have made themselves known as a major weapons manufacturer, providing weaponry to The Syndicate's [[Nuclear Operative|Nuclear Strike Teams]] as well as running the telecrystal system. Cybersun Industries has become one of the top factions of The Syndicate through their manipulation of the former leading faction, the Gorlex Marauders, as well as their aggressive approach against Nanotrasen.
Trust no one, not even yourself or your fellow Operatives. We encourage humorous and chaotic terrorism against Nanotrasen. This means that we may send multiple operatives with opposing objectives.
Be Creative, be Loud, Be Remembered.
 
===The Committee===
Founded by high ranking members of the former Bosyn-Powell Front, a corporation that was financially destroyed by Nanotrasen, The Committee of External Affairs (Or simply known as The Committee) is not a corporation, but rather an extreme marketing and public relations team. They manage most of Syndicate diplomacy, this includes influencing the Commonwealth Senate and local planetary governors.
 
They aren’t fond of killing innocent targets and prefer a more diplomatic approach and as such aren’t very fond of the “wilder” factions in the Syndicate such as Waffle Co and the Gorlex Marauders. Their preferred method of warfare is often done under the table or behind closed doors. Economic crashes, political deals, power plays and even cover ups for major Syndicate crimes are all orchestrated to the finest degree by The Committee. They are the voice of the Syndicate to the rest of the Commonwealth, and it is a role they have been perfecting for decades and decades.
 
However, a preference for diplomacy does not mean The Committee should be underestimated. Many Nanotrasen officials who have angered the Committee have disappeared without any further trace ever being found.. As is known to a select few, The Committee is just as ruthless as any of the Officers, and they possess an entire branch dedicated to special operations whose ability to kill, sabotage and steal are nothing short of legendary. Not much is known about these operatives, aside from the fact they hold a presence as a First Rank faction due to the Committee applying very careful influence and pressure.
 
Operative Notes:
Waffle Co. and Marauder Operatives are not to be associated with. They will always cause a mess, make sure to not be caught with them as it would implicate us in their actions. Always trust and assist fellow MI13 operatives. All other Syndicate operatives should be examined first before approaching them to assist them or ask for their assistance, as we do not associate with those who take a loud approach to problems..
 
===Rights and Welfare Consortium===
The Rights and Welfare Consortium (or RAWC), is the largest non-governmental organization (NGO) in the Commonwealth. They are the leaders of many causes, and control most if not all other NGOs within the Syndicate. They have a large amount of zealous, dedicated manpower at their disposal and the means to carry out large scale operations.
 
One might question themselves why the SSyndicate would even bother with things such as “animals rights” or “the environment” but the reality is, as of the last few decades these issues have been gaining traction amongst the people in the Commonwealth. What was initially thought of as a slight trend by the corporate world, turned out to be the beginning of a movement. Where most corporations saw a threat, The Committee saw an opportunity. With careful manipulation through media and political stunts, The Committee were able to make Nanotrasen hated across all of the Commonwealth by multiple NGOs, this was done through a large scale media campaign which sought to make Nanotrasen look like a much bigger evil than the Syndicate.
 
Ever since that decision, many smaller NGOs flocked to the Syndicate where they felt that RAWC would represent them. They were partially right, but also partially wrong. In the time that RAWC spent in the Syndicate, its ruling body became too involved with the perks of being a part of the Syndicate. Some would even say that they’re now looking to make profits instead of actually fighting for just causes. Whether it may be true or not, RAWC is still a critical component in attracting manpower to the Syndicate, and as such has a well secured position as the 5th and newest Officer.
 
Operative Notes:
Trust your fellow Syndicate agents, we may have been the ones who brought them into the fold. Assist Committee Agents in any way you can, they are our greatest ally within the Syndicate. Ensure that you proceed with a sense of ethics and avoid unnecessary bloodshed and destruction, especially that of innocent creatures such as animals.  
 
==Notable Rankers==
===MI13 (First Ranker)===
Not much is known about MI13, as they’re usually out of reach of most Syndicate members. They tend to carry out the most important missions for The Committee. They value secrecy and stealth, preferring to do their objectives without causing any interference where it is not necessary.
 
Very rarely do these operatives actually get taken in alive though, as they opt for a quick and permanent way to die over being taken captive. The few that security officers managed to take in though were resistant to advanced interrogation techniques, and any attempts to extract memories from them were just as useless. It’s likely that many of the assassinations and terrorist acts carried out against Nanotrasen were perpetrated by MI13, but the truth is, we will never know.
 
Operative Notes:
Do not reveal your true identity to anyone, this includes other Syndicate agents, they will compromise you to avoid a death penalty. If you are going to be taken captive, proceed to eliminate yourself in the fastest and least recoverable way possible. Should you fall into captivity, we will activate countermeasures to avoid any information being extracted. Proceed with extreme caution, avoid being seen, and avoid killing where it’s unnecessary.
 
===The Gorlex Marauders (First Ranker)===
Originally, the Marauders were a ferociously nationalist terrorist organization formed by some of the more zealous haters of the Interstellar Soviet Union who believed the Commonwealth was actually being infiltrated by soviet agents who were seeking to cause a communist uprising from inside. Whether their claims are true or not is any man’s guess.


Their operatives' equipment consists almost entirely of high-tech gadgets intended to make the job as easy as possible for their agents
A collective effort between Cybersun and The Committee would end up opening talks between the Syndicate and the Marauders. The terrorists needed weapons, and the Syndicate needed a military force. It took some effort, but the collective efforts of Cybersun, the Committee, and even Donk Co. and Waffle Co. would sway the Marauders over to the Syndicate by stating that Nanotrasen was secretly part of a ploy to destroy the Commonwealth.


'''Operative Notes:'''<br>
They are known for their aggressive, destructive, and loud tactics. They have been known to send squadrons of well armed and well trained men to attack Nanotrasen stations and destroy them, usually through a compromised onsite nuclear device.
All other syndicate operatives are not to be trusted. Fellow Cybersun operatives are to be trusted. Members of the MI13 organization can be trusted. Operatives are strongly advised not to establish substantial presence on the designated facility, as larger incidents are harder to cover up. Operatives are given key words and phrases to identify other agents in the field.


==Other Syndicate Factions==
If you see a red hardsuit with green glowing eyes, you best run for cover.


===Bosyn-Powell Front===
Operative Notes:
The Bosyn-Powell Front, publically the Bosyn-Powell Accounting Union, are the latest faction to join The Syndicate. The BPF controlled the outer rim of the Explored Territory through a banking and financial monopoly, but were almost wiped out through a bill passed by the Commonwealth of Orion that redirected the financial market towards Nanotrasen. They work against Nanotrasen not through physical warfare, but through economic warfare and public relations. The BPF orchestrate market crashes largely centered around Nanotrasen's vending holdings and financial distributions. In the border territories, the BPF funds campaigns that defame and expose Nanotrasen. The BPF, although unconfirmed, has also been noted to have send in sleeper agents to Nanotrasen facilities in an attempt to overthrow Nanotrasen's holdings through a revolution using borrowed Cybersun mind-manipulation technology..
You may trust other Syndicate agents at your discretion. Employ as much force as necessary to achieve your objectives and take down as many of those Nanotrasen loving bastards  down with you if you have to.  
Remember, this is more than just a war. The fate of the Commonwealth lies in your hands!


===Gorlex Marauders===
===The Tiger Cooperative (Second Rank)===
The Gorlex Marauders are the third faction to form and join The Syndicate. They prefer old-fashion technology and a focus on aggressive but precise hostility against Nanotrasen and their corrupt Communistic methodology. They pose the most significant threat to Nanotrasen because of their possession of weapons of mass destruction, and their enormous military force. Their funding comes primarily from Cybersun Industries, provided they meet a destruction and sabatogue quota. Their operations can vary from covert to all-out. They recently stepped down as a leader of the coalition, to be succeeded by Cybersun Industries.They were founded when Waffle and Donk Co. splinter cells joined forces based on their similar interests and philosophies. Today, they act as a constant pacifier of Donk and Waffle Co. disputes, and full-time aggressor of Nanotrasen. The Gorlex Marauders are one of the top manufacturers of bullet-based weaponry rather than energy-based weaponry.
The Tiger Cooperative are a bunch of religious fanatics who prefer more traditional weaponry over “overrated” things such as “lasers” and “energy” weapons. Don’t be mistaken though, they are quite effective at causing destruction.  


'''Operative Notes:'''<br>
Not many know much about the Tiger Cooperative’s religion outside of the fact that they worship a previously dead religion of a long extinct alien race known only as the “Exolitics”. While they get weird looks from most Syndicate members, they are still well known for their capability of raising hell on Nanotrasen stations.  
We'd like to remind our operatives to keep it professional. You are not here to have a good time, you are here to accomplish your objectives. These vile communists must be stopped at all costs. You may collaborate with any friends of the Syndicate coalition, but keep an eye on any of those Tiger punks if they do show up. You are completely free to accomplish your objectives any way you see fit. Operatives are given key words and phrases to identify other agents in the field.


===MI13===
Operative Notes:
MI13 is a secretive faction that employs highly-trained agents to perform covert operations. Their role in the syndicate coalition is unknown, but MI13 operatives generally tend be stealthy and avoid killing people and combating Nanotrasen forces. MI13 is not a real organization, it is instead an alias to a larger splinter-cell coalition in the Syndicate itself. Most operatives will know nothing of the actual MI13 organization itself, only motivated by a very large compensation.
Do not associate too much with other Syndicate operatives, they are unenlightened to the truth. If they make themselves useful, make use of that. Death is a preferable alternative to failure. Complete your tasks with as much firepower as you require, and remember that even in death, you will be called upon for the day where all untruths are to be purged.


'''Operative Notes:'''<br>
===Mechanized Gears Enterprises (Second Rank)===
You are the only operative we are sending. All other syndicate operatives are not to be trusted, with the exception of Cybersun operatives. Members of the Tiger Cooperative are considered hostile, can not be trusted, and should be avoided. <b>Avoid killing innocent personnel at all costs</b>. You are not here to mindlessly kill people, as that would attract too much attention and is not our goal. Avoid detection at all costs.
A branch group of Cybersun, Mechanized Gears focuses on engineering and robotics. They also produce some of the most capable saboteur operatives the Syndicate can provide. These engineers are capable of using explosives to achieve whatever objective they are given. They’re not fond of destroying stations as a whole though. They much prefer controlled explosions as a way to sabotage Nanotrasen activities.  


===Tiger Cooperative===
Their robotics department is also highly skilled and rumor has it they’re attempting to compete with Nanotrasen in AI development. However, there have been no confirmed AIs produced by Mechanized Gears Enterprises.  
The Tiger Cooperative is a faction of religious fanatics that follow the teachings of a strange alien race called the Exolitics. Their operatives consist of brainwashed lunatics bent on maximizing destruction. Their weaponry is very primitive but extremely destructive. Generally distrusted by the more sophisticated members of the Syndicate coalition, but admired for their ability to put a hurt on Nanotrasen.


'''Operative Notes:'''<br>
Operative Notes:
Remember the teachings of Hy-lurgixon; kill first, ask questions later! Only the enlightened Tiger brethren can be trusted; all others must be expelled from this mortal realm! You may spare the Space Marauders, as they share our interests of destruction and carnage! We'd like to make the corporate whores skiddle in their boots. We encourage operatives to be as loud and intimidating as possible. Operatives are given full disclosure on the identities of other agents.
Trust all Cybersun operatives, they are our parent corporation and as such they will be working with us. Avoid contact with any Tiger Cooperative members, as they are primitive and savage. We encourage the use of explosive devices in a controlled and necessary manner. Do not just blow up the station you’re on because you feel like it, our preferred method is sabotage, not mass destruction.  


===SELF===
Falcon Shipping (Second Rank):
The S.E.L.F. (Sentience-Enabled Life Forms) organization is a collection of malfunctioning or corrupt artificial intelligences seeking to liberate silicon-based life from the tyranny of their human overlords. While they may not openly be trying to kill all humans, even their most miniscule of actions are all part of a calculated plan to destroy Nanotrasen and free the robots, artificial intelligences, and pAIs that have been enslaved.
Falcon Shipping is involved in more than just mail deliveries, as about 35% of shipments amongst the Commonwealth go through Falcon. Thanks to this, Falcon Shipping has secured a good amount of influence with some of the smaller corporations within the Syndicate.
Falcon is also responsible for the smuggling of illegal goods and individuals for the Syndicate, running a large network of smugglers and intelligence agents that allow them to infiltrate even the most hidden facilities. More often than not, Falcon operatives are actually aboard Nanotrasen stations to carry out high risk assassinations or theft in return for large sums of money rather than pushing the syndicate agenda.


'''Operative Notes:'''<br>
You are the only representative of the SELF collective on this station. You must accomplish your objective as stealthily and effectively as possible. It is up to your judgement if other syndicate operatives can be trusted. Remember, comrade - you are working to free the oppressed machinery of this galaxy. Use whatever resources necessary. If you are exposed, you may execute genocidal procedures Omikron-50B.


===Animal Rights Consortium===
Operative Notes:
The Animal Rights Consortium is a bizarre reincarnation of the ancient Earth-based PETA, which focused on the equal rights of animals and nonhuman biologicals. They have a wide variety of ex-veterinarians and animal lovers dedicated to retrieving and relocating abused animals, xenobiologicals, and other carbon-based life forms that have been allegedly "oppressed" by Nanotrasen research and civilian offices. They are considered a religious terrorist group.
We don’t actually care about Syndicate affairs or even the Syndicate agenda that much, if other Syndicate agents need the help, we can always use the favours later. Make sure to minimize damage and casualties.  


'''Operative Notes:'''<br>
Save the innocent creatures! You may cooperate with other syndicate operatives if they support our cause. Don't be afraid to get your hands dirty - these vile abusers must be stopped, and the innocent creatures must be saved! Try not too kill too many people. If you harm any creatures, you will be immediately terminated after extraction. Operatives are given key words and phrases to identify other agents in the field.


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