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== Legal operations == | == Legal operations == | ||
*Brinesilk harvesting | |||
*Brinesilk refinement | |||
*Controlling Street Vendors | |||
*Gambling Parlors | *Gambling Parlors | ||
== Illegal operations == | == Illegal operations == | ||
*Protection schemes | *Protection schemes | ||
*Fencing | |||
*Smuggling | *Smuggling | ||
**Weapons | **Weapons | ||
**Drugs | **Drugs | ||
*Bribes | |||
One of the most notable protection schemes, or rackets, the Crux are involved in - and got their name from - is the protection of the Brinesilk farmers. Brinesilk is won from harvesting secretion of large crustaceans found in the salt marshes directly north of the city, and can be processed into a silk like material that is used for anything from making of sails for ships, creating reflective roof coverings to keep water and heat out of buildings, and make durable clothing. Over the last few decades, this has resulted in the Crux owning a large share of the Brineflats and the business it generates. Most of the business it doesn't own are where they create business in providing "protection" for the farmers and businesses. | |||
= Members = | = Members = | ||
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== Structure == | == Structure == | ||
The Crux operate with a singular leader, simply called Leader, who delegates to a number of different sub-leaders, called Mates, that lead parts of the organization. Each branch of the Crux is called a Pride, with each Pride structured in a way that allows for independent operation in absence of any direct orders from the Leader. | The Crux operate with a singular leader, simply called Leader, who delegates to a number of different sub-leaders, called Mates, that lead parts of the organization. Each branch of the Crux is called a Pride, with each Pride structured in a way that allows for independent operation in absence of any direct orders from the Leader. | ||
Every Pride consists of 10 to 20 members and at least one of these roles among its members: | |||
*One Mate, leading the pack. A mate often consults with and takes orders directly from the Leader. | |||
*One treasurer, keeping tabs on incoming and outgoing funds. | |||
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== The Rules == | == The Rules == | ||
Revision as of 16:01, 15 July 2022
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The Crux (Crux for short) is a clan composed of mainly feline folks operating semi-legitimate business across Bazit and the surrounding area. Their primary business dealings involve a mix of legitimate businesses, and illegal racketeering operations such as smuggling, fencing, and protection schemes.
Operations
The Crux operate a number of legal and illegal business under different names or covers.
Legal operations
- Brinesilk harvesting
- Brinesilk refinement
- Controlling Street Vendors
- Gambling Parlors
Illegal operations
- Protection schemes
- Fencing
- Smuggling
- Weapons
- Drugs
- Bribes
One of the most notable protection schemes, or rackets, the Crux are involved in - and got their name from - is the protection of the Brinesilk farmers. Brinesilk is won from harvesting secretion of large crustaceans found in the salt marshes directly north of the city, and can be processed into a silk like material that is used for anything from making of sails for ships, creating reflective roof coverings to keep water and heat out of buildings, and make durable clothing. Over the last few decades, this has resulted in the Crux owning a large share of the Brineflats and the business it generates. Most of the business it doesn't own are where they create business in providing "protection" for the farmers and businesses.
Members
The Crux are a relatively small clan in terms of official numbers, but tend to deal with many more individuals and business in their direct sphere of influence.
Structure
The Crux operate with a singular leader, simply called Leader, who delegates to a number of different sub-leaders, called Mates, that lead parts of the organization. Each branch of the Crux is called a Pride, with each Pride structured in a way that allows for independent operation in absence of any direct orders from the Leader.
Every Pride consists of 10 to 20 members and at least one of these roles among its members:
- One Mate, leading the pack. A mate often consults with and takes orders directly from the Leader.
- One treasurer, keeping tabs on incoming and outgoing funds.
The Rules
There are five general rules that are key to the Crux.
- Secrecy: Never reveal secrets to outsiders.
- Pride: Never violate the family of other members.
- Money: Do not withhold money from the Pride.
- Obedience: Follow the orders of your superiors.
- Law Enforcement: Do not appeal to law enforcement.
Violating these rules leads to punishment within the clan, whereas repeated offenses may lead to exile or even death.