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What is a Heavy Metal?

Heavy Metals are, in the broadest sense, humans who have undergone metallic, if not cybernetic, augmentation. Corporations of this era refined Technologies of the the past 3 centuries in the latter half of this century to replace or augment portions of the human body. Heavy Metal augmentations come in a variety of types, shapes, sizes and specializations. Debatably more machine than man, Heavy Metal are cyborgs of the 21st century. All Heavy Metal have at least 80% organic brain matter, and thus are not considered “robots,” despite the popularity of that (derogatory) term.

The legal systems of every jurisdiction that allows augmenting considers these individuals human where applicable under law. In most countries, augmenting a person against their will is illegal and receives the same enforcement as gross medical malpractice or attempted murder. The SPW Foundation's official stance is that it makes no distinction between these cyborgs and humans apart from the possible accommodations an individual may require. SPW has hired many HeavyMetal individuals and its progressive anti-harassment policy specifically prohibits discrimination based on modification or lack thereof. Unfortunately, the wider world is still having trouble accepting HeavyMetal in daily human society. Heavy Metal in some areas have developed counter-culture societies of their own as a reaction to the discrimination of society.

Heavy Metal are more susceptible to damage from the same sorts of elements or circumstances that electronic devices are. However, they are considered sturdier and more physically resilient than humans. Heavy Metal require regular maintenance. It is recommended for these individuals be accompanied by an Engineer on extended excursions. If you are a Heavy Metal in need of an Engineer companion, please contact the Speedwagon Foundation - we will provide support.

 

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HeavyMetal Power!​

Did you choose augmentation from necessity? If not, why did you choose to become HeavyMetal? “Because I wanted to look good” is valid but also makes it seem like your augmentation is purely cosmetic. You can do that, but it won't give you many advantages in battle.


What bits are tech? What bits are human? Fake skin is in. Showing the metal is cheaper tho. Remember, we’re not at the cyberbrain tech level yet. Also, if something is a prototype, make sure you jot that fact down here.


Where did you get your tech installed? Getting tech installed direct from a manufacturer, like Ward Heavy Industries, is expensive and not always the most viable option. Licensed distributors and Prosthetics Centers at hospitals are more popular, especially among middle class suburbanites. If you're not a model citizen, or really desperate to Aug, you may have went to an illegal chop shop or back alley doctor. Got your augs in the military? Bases of all kinds install Augs onsite for service members and wounded vets. Worked for the Speedwagon Foundation in the past? You can also aug there, but they have limited options if you're not replacing your necessary meat bits due to injury or accident.


How many years have you been augmented? How often do you augment? A newly modified HeavyMetal, a veteran HeavyMetal with only one series of augs, and an augmenting trendsetter/tastemaker are all going to have different advantages and limitations or weaknesses. Plus, this helps the SFS know which Engineer is best for you.


What additional functions do your augments have? This is where you list the missiles in your knees and the literal finger guns. Nuclear reactors are not built for longevity so uh...please be kind to your meat-brain and other human parts if your enlisted is supposed to survive the trip.


What accessories or peripherals are required for your augs? If your finger guns use bullets or you have a heat or night vision attachment for your eyes, this is where that would go.