In a pre-war world of ambition and deceit, where technology reigns and collapse looms.
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Adirondack Exclusion Zone
Deep in the forests of upstate New York, beyond the reach of civilian oversight, lies the Adirondack Exclusion Zone—a region wiped from official maps, protected by automated defense grids, and restricted to only the highest levels of military and corporate authority. Beneath the mountains, hidden within long-abandoned nuclear shelters and classified research facilities, West-Tek, Vault-Tec, and the U.S. military conduct their most secretive experiments. Here, FEV augmentation trials, AI-driven war simulations, and classified Vault-Tec “survival protocols” are tested on hand-selected subjects. The Omega-12 AI Complex, a classified cyberwarfare installation, is rumored to be experimenting with full automation of the U.S. military, while underground bunkers hold the remnants of America’s contingency plans for the day the bombs inevitably fall. No one enters the Exclusion Zone without clearance—because once inside, you don’t leave.
Atlantic Ocean
A vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, dotted with high-tech research platforms and naval shipyards. The area is known for its deep blue waters, teeming with marine life, and the occasional sighting of advanced submarines and research vessels.
Chicago
The Chicago Metroplex is the crown jewel of the Great Midwest Commonwealth, a sprawling neon-lit metropolis where corporate rule is law and industry dictates life. Massive towers bearing the names of RoboCo, Vault-Tec, Poseidon Energy, and West-Tek dominate the skyline, their windows glowing with the hum of constant innovation—or unchecked ambition. The streets below are filled with automated trams, biometric security checkpoints, and human workers struggling to remain relevant in a city where robots now do their jobs faster and cheaper. Corporate police enforce order with Protectron and Sentry Bot patrols, ensuring that labor disputes never turn into riots. The city is a testbed for the most advanced AI infrastructure, with entire districts designed by predictive algorithms. But deep within the undercity, resistance cells, rogue scientists, and displaced workers conspire to challenge corporate dominance. Chicago is the pinnacle of American progress—but at what cost?
Deleware
Delaware, once known as the "First State," Delaware has evolved into a shining beacon of pre-war progress, serving as a critical hub for military research, corporate manufacturing, and high-tech suburban expansion. Stretching from the urbanized Wilmington Metroplex to the pristine Atlantic coastline, Delaware thrives as an essential link between the bustling capital of Washington, D.C., and the broader Eastern Seaboard.
Eastern Commonwealth
The Eastern Commonwealth embodies economic disparity, where corporate automation displaces entire workforces. Mining conglomerates replace laborers with robotic efficiency, leaving once-thriving towns in decay. Protests escalate into riots, fueled by desperation and betrayal, yet government officials side with industry, branding resistance as communist sympathizing in wartime rhetoric. Automation extends beyond industry—Ballot Measure 6 seeks to replace nearly all government officials with AI-driven systems, leaving only key positions under human control. Public outcry surges, yet corporate influence ensures its advancement. The Eastern Commonwealth stands at a tipping point, torn between progress and the human cost of automation. Innovation is inevitable—but at what price?
Fort Titan
The Bronx is no longer a borough—it is a military-industrial megacomplex, officially designated as Fort Titan. The U.S. military and West-Tek have repurposed the entire district into a massive recruitment, training, and research facility, where conscripted civilians, prisoners, and “volunteers” are subjected to brutal combat trials, power armor testing, and cybernetic augmentation experiments. Towering West-Tek labs and barracks loom over the streets, their windows flickering with neon recruitment propaganda. Automated drones patrol the rooftops, while military convoys transport fresh draftees from processing stations to classified testing grounds. The air is thick with the scent of burning metal and oil, as production plants churn out experimental weaponry and AI-driven combat units. In Fort Titan, survival is not a right—it is earned through service, augmentation, or sacrifice.
Franklin Containment Site
Once known as Staten Island, the Franklin Containment Site is now a classified quarantine zone, sealed off from the public and erased from all civilian records. Officially, it is an “environmental hazard site” following a Poseidon Energy reactor failure in 2075, but in reality, the island serves as a West-Tek and U.S. military bioweapons research facility, where genetic modification, virology experiments, and Forced Evolutionary Virus (FEV) trials are conducted on unwilling test subjects. A towering security wall, equipped with automated sentry turrets and surveillance drones, ensures that no one enters—or escapes. Rumors persist of grotesque mutations, human test subjects left to roam the restricted zones, their bodies twisted by failed experiments. All communications from within the facility are heavily classified, and even military personnel refer to it only in whispers.
Germantown
Germantown – A Thriving Suburban Beacon of American Progress. Nestled in Montgomery County, Maryland, Germantown stands as a shining example of mid-century American prosperity, blending suburban charm with cutting-edge advancements in security, infrastructure, and military preparedness. Strategically positioned along key transit routes, Germantown thrives as a hub for government employees, defense contractors, and families embracing the promise of a safe, corporate-curated future.
Jersey City
Jersey City is no longer just New York’s industrial neighbor—it is a militarized logistics hub, serving as the primary war-time supply port for the Eastern Commonwealth. The once-thriving residential districts have been repurposed into docking stations for military freighters, Poseidon Energy fuel depots, and RoboCo’s mechanized transport convoys. The skyline is dominated by automated shipyards, where drones and robotic workers load supplies bound for the frontlines. Civilian movement is heavily restricted, as U.S. military security forces patrol the streets, enforcing strict curfews. The Hudson Monorail, once a vital commuter link, now operates only for corporate and military personnel, ensuring priority access to the Skyport District and Manhattan Preservation Zone. As war-time production ramps up, Jersey City stands as New York’s final checkpoint—an industrialized fortress where only the most valuable resources, and people, are allowed to pass.
Liberty District
Once known as Brooklyn, the Liberty District is now the nerve center of surveillance, propaganda, and cyberwarfare for the Eastern Commonwealth. Every street is under constant AI surveillance, with RoboCo's Liberty Enforcers—a fleet of automated law enforcement units—monitoring pedestrian movement, biometric data, and social compliance scores using an AI system known as "ARGUS-9". Massive holographic billboards broadcast government-approved messages, ensuring that the population remains obedient, informed, and afraid. The Liberty Data Nexus, a towering corporate compound, houses pre-crime algorithms and behavioral monitoring AI, deciding who will be labeled as a loyal citizen or a threat to national security. Resistance is not an option—those flagged for “rehabilitation” are never seen again. In Liberty District, freedom is just another illusion, and the only crime is thinking for yourself.
Manhattan Preservation Zone
Manhattan is no longer a city for the people—it is a corporate-controlled fortress, sealed off from the chaos consuming the rest of New York. Officially designated as the Manhattan Preservation Zone, the borough exists as a walled sanctuary for the ultra-wealthy, high-ranking government officials, and Vault-Tec’s pre-selected survivors. The streets are eerily pristine, patrolled by RoboCo’s AI-driven enforcers, ensuring that only authorized personnel may enter. Automated monorails and executive skyways connect the district’s luxury residential towers, where corporate elites enjoy pre-war opulence, oblivious to the growing tensions beyond their borders. Beneath the skyscrapers, classified Vault-Tec evacuation bunkers stand ready, ensuring that, when the time comes, those deemed "essential" will escape—while the rest of the city is left to burn.
New York
Once the symbol of American progress, New York in 2077 had become a corporate-policed, war-driven metropolis, where AI-controlled governance, forced labor, and Vault-Tec’s silent preparations shaped every aspect of life. The Manhattan Preservation Zone housed America’s wealthiest elites, protected by automated law enforcement and corporate skyscrapers, while the outer boroughs were transformed into military testing grounds, war factories, and surveillance hubs. Fort Titan (The Bronx) conscripted thousands into power armor trials and cybernetic augmentation experiments, while the Union Industrial Zone (Queens) ran endless assembly lines of robotic soldiers and energy weapons for the war effort. Brooklyn, rebranded as the Liberty District, served as the eyes of the Eastern Commonwealth, where predictive AI law enforcement and propaganda networks controlled public thought. As war loomed, only those on Vault-Tec’s evacuation lists had any hope of survival.
Paradise Falls Shopping Mall
Paradise Falls Shopping Center isn't just a shopping hub—it’s a corporate-backed vision of the American future. Anchored by Paradise Galleria, it features high-tech retail like Future-Tek Electronics and exclusive access to Vault-Tec suburban realty. Dining is more than indulgence—Capitol Creamery tests experimental Nuka-Cola flavors, while biometric-entry steakhouse Harrison’s serves executives and government officials. Entertainment at Falls Family Arcade doubles as a military recruitment assessment center, while the scenic Paradise Plaza Fountain discreetly collects consumer health data. Paradise Falls is more than a mall—it’s a pre-war social experiment, blending commerce, surveillance, and the promise of a carefully managed tomorrow.
Preservation Dome
The Preservation Dome is the final layer of Manhattan’s pre-war hierarchy, a sealed-off district accessible only to the most powerful individuals in America. Hidden beneath its pristine exteriors are classified Vault-Tec installations, last-resort military bunkers, and undisclosed research labs, ensuring that the true ruling class will outlive the rest of the world. Unlike the rest of Manhattan, which is still connected to the city’s larger infrastructure, the Preservation Dome operates as a self-contained ecosystem, meaning that when the bombs drop, its inhabitants will survive unaffected—at least for a time.
Skyport District
The Skyport District serves as a high-security evacuation hub for government and corporate executives, strategically located between Manhattan and the Atlantic Ocean. This area is equipped with advanced private Vault-Tec shuttles and airlifts, ensuring the swift transport of high-clearance personnel to Washington D.C. and other classified locations before disaster strikes.
Takoma Park
Takoma Park has evolved into a bustling office park that blends modern corporate spaces with historic charm. Tree-lined streets and green areas create an inviting atmosphere for employees and visitors. Contemporary buildings house various businesses, from tech startups to established firms. Local shops and cafes cater to the professional community, offering convenient dining options. Cultural activities thrive, featuring corporate events, networking gatherings, and outdoor festivals that celebrate diversity. Parks and recreational areas provide spaces for employees to unwind, fostering a work-life balance. Key attractions include meeting spaces, collaborative work environments, and art installations showcasing local talent. Players exploring Takoma Park Office Park may encounter quests related to corporate intrigue, supporting local businesses, or navigating challenges in the professional landscape, making it a hub of productivity and innovation in the Commonwealth.
The Commonwealths
The Commonwealths represent a vibrant landscape of pre-war America, where corporate innovation and cultural dynamism flourish. Each region showcases distinct geography, from lush forests to bustling urban centers, adorned with iconic landmarks like gleaming corporate headquarters and vibrant community centers. Major corporations like RobCo, Vault-Tec, and General Atomics play significant roles, providing jobs and resources while fostering loyalty through engaging events and advertisements. The Commonwealths are prosperous, with bustling marketplaces and cultural festivals offering opportunities for players to engage with locals and discover quests. However, corporate rivalries and ethical dilemmas surrounding technological advancements create challenges. Players can explore hidden treasures and historical sites, shaping their destinies while influencing the broader tapestry of life in this hopeful, opportunity-rich world.
The Corporate Spire District
Towering above the smog-filled Industrial Sector, the Corporate Spire District is a gleaming symbol of wealth, power, and unchecked corporate ambition. This is where executives, CEOs, and corporate elites oversee the Great Midwest Commonwealth’s economy, automation expansion, and wartime production quotas. The skyline is dominated by Vault-Tec, RoboCo, Poseidon Energy, and West-Tek headquarters, each a fortress of luxury and high-tech security. Skybridges and private monorails link the towers, ensuring the elite never have to set foot among the working class below. Artificially maintained gardens, automated dining halls, and AI-driven concierge services ensure a life of absolute convenience. However, beneath the polished chrome and glass, corporate espionage, backroom deals, and power struggles define daily life. In the Spire District, the question isn’t who’s in control—it’s who’s pulling the strings behind the scenes.
The Great Midwest Commonwealth
The Great Midwest Commonwealth is the industrial and logistical backbone of the United States, a sprawling expanse of factory cities, automated railways, and towering refineries where industry never sleeps. Massive corporations like RoboCo, Poseidon Energy, and West-Tek dominate urban centers, replacing human workers with automated assembly lines and AI-driven logistics. Smog hangs over the skyline, where neon-lit high-rises house corporate elites, while the working class struggles in overcrowded factory blocks. Civil unrest simmers beneath the surface, as displaced laborers and underground resistance groups fight against the unchecked rise of automation. The war effort demands ever-growing production quotas, forcing companies to cut corners, experiment with untested technologies, and replace men with machines. The Midwest is a land of progress, oppression, and a future built on steel and circuits—whether humanity can keep up or not.
The Industrial Sector
The Industrial Sector of the Chicago Metroplex is a monument to mass production, where towering smokestacks and endless conveyor belts fuel the unrelenting war machine of America’s pre-war economy. Beneath a permanent haze of smog, massive automated factories churn out Protectrons, power armor components, and robotic munitions, with little to no human oversight. Mechanized assembly lines, overseen by RoboCo AI supervisors, ensure that war-time production quotas are met at any cost. Meanwhile, displaced workers cling to the last human-held manufacturing jobs, forced into dangerous maintenance roles where industrial accidents are just another statistic. Corporate security enforces brutal efficiency, ensuring that no sabotage, protests, or "human inefficiencies" disrupt the system. Rumors spread of a resistance movement hiding within decommissioned warehouses, but in a city where machines never stop working, human rebellion may already be obsolete.
The National Mall
The National Mall is a sprawling green expanse in the heart of Washington D.C., serving as a vibrant hub for cultural and civic activities. This iconic area stretches from the Capitol Building to the Lincoln Memorial, surrounded by some of the nation's most significant monuments and museums. -Players exploring the National Mall may encounter quests related to: Assisting in organizing events or festivals. Investigating historical sites and their significance. Engaging with NPCs who share stories about the monuments and their impact on American culture. The National Mall stands as a symbol of national identity and collective memory, offering a rich environment for exploration and interaction within the Commonwealth.
The Skyport District
The transportation and commercial lifeblood of the Chicago Metroplex, a sprawling complex where cutting-edge transportation systems converge with luxurious shopping outlets. Monorail tracks crisscross above the district, connecting the corporate elite to their sky-high offices, while sleek elevated trains whisk passengers to the city’s most important hubs. The Skyport Central Station is the beating heart of the district, offering both monorail and air travel services, including direct flights to Washington D.C. for high-ranking government officials, corporate executives, and those with the right connections. Exclusive clubs cater to the rich and famous. Corporate airliners, sleek with neon-lit logos, come and go, ferrying America’s upper crust between their opulent destinations. For the elite, the Skyport District is the crossroads of power, influence, and luxury—a place where high society, high-tech, and commerce collide.
The Undercity
Beneath the glowing neon skyline of the Corporate Spire District, past the smog-choked factories of the Industrial Sector, lies the Undercity—a sprawling subterranean labyrinth of abandoned metro tunnels, forgotten infrastructure, and makeshift communities. Once part of Chicago’s ambitious underground expansion projects, the area was sealed off and decommissioned when the city moved toward full automation. Now, it is home to those the corporations have cast aside—displaced workers, rogue AI engineers, black-market traders, and resistance cells plotting against the elite above. The deeper one travels, the less human the Undercity becomes. Mutated industrial runoff, failed AI experiments, and rogue security drones prowl the depths, guarding classified facilities that were never meant to be rediscovered. In the Undercity, secrets are buried in the dark, and those who dig too deep may never return.
Union Industrial Zone
Queens no longer belongs to its people—it belongs to the war economy. Now designated as the Union Industrial Zone, this sprawling district has been transformed into a fully automated manufacturing hub, where RoboCo assembly lines, Poseidon Energy refineries, and West-Tek fabrication plants work around the clock to supply the frontlines of the Sino-American War. Massive factory complexes churn out Sentry Bots, laser weapons, and fusion cores, while towering worker barracks house the few remaining human laborers, kept in line by AI-controlled supervisors and strict production quotas. Workers who fail efficiency metrics are sent for “reassignment,” a fate whispered about in hushed voices. The sky is thick with smog and neon-lit corporate branding, a grim reminder that here, productivity is survival, and the line between worker and machine is vanishing fast.
Washington, D.C.
The nation’s capital stands as a monument to American strength, innovation, and security, its skyline dominated by towering federal buildings, corporate skyscrapers, and gleaming monuments to democracy. The National Mall, a bustling hub of tourism and patriotism, is home to the newly renovated Jefferson Plaza, featuring holographic historical exhibits and Vault-Tec’s “Future of America” show, showcasing advancements in biometric security and underground living solutions. Government facilities like the Pentagon ensure national security remains absolute. Meanwhile, Washington D.C thrives as a commercial epicenter, where Nuka-Cola’s corporate headquarters, RoboCo’s urban automation labs, and Poseidon Energy’s clean fusion projects drive the economy forward. Yet beneath the surface, classified subterranean infrastructure supports emergency continuity operations, ensuring that even in crisis, Washington will endure.