Companies and another important facet of the Everwind setting. Think of them like factions. The ones that still exist will do whatever they can to keep it that way. While some are honorable (Outriders), there are many who only care about maximizing profits (Alstat Mining Co.). Each company is also likely to try to curry favor among other powerful factions, especially the ruling elite. Whether that is through government contracts (Triple S) or through corruption, it doesn't matter. Like any company, they exist to survive, and brand recognition is important. They work hard, like factions, to maintain the reputation of their brand.
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