Other Factions

While not as large or influential as the Joes, COBRA, or M.A.R.S., other factions exist that may prove valuable as allies or frustrating as foes.

Ironclad: A consortium of wealthy nations clinging to the fading dream of a unified global force. They operate under a reformed United Nations banner, deploying a multinational peacekeeping force.  However, Ironclad is hampered by bureaucracy and conflicting national interests, making them slow to respond to crises.

The Steel Dragons: A powerful criminal syndicate based in the sprawling megacity of Neo-Hong Kong. They control black markets, information networks, and have infiltrated governments across Asia. The Steel Dragons are a major source of weapons and resources for rogue states and PMCs, including COBRA.

Hivemind: A shadowy collective of hackers and tech geniuses. They operate from the fringes of the internet, manipulating data streams, orchestrating cyberattacks, and selling their services to the highest bidder.  Hivemind could be a valuable ally for the Joes in gathering intelligence, but their unpredictable nature and disregard for collateral damage make them a risky partner.

The Ghost Riders: A nomadic band of scavengers and ex-military personnel who operate out of heavily modified hover vehicles. They roam the wastelands, salvaging technology from abandoned military bases and trading it on the black market. The Joes can sometimes rely on the Ghost Riders for parts, information, and safe passage through dangerous territories.

The Green Resistance: A global network of environmental activists who have resorted to eco-terrorism to combat the devastating effects of climate change and corporate greed.  The Green Resistance views PMCs like COBRA as the embodiment of environmental destruction and may target their facilities or disrupt their operations. While they share some goals with the Joes, their radical tactics create tension.

The Uprising: A decentralized movement of citizen militias fighting against the oppressive rule of corporate-controlled governments and PMCs. The Uprising is fueled by a desire for self-determination and social justice. They are poorly equipped but highly motivated, and their growing numbers pose a significant threat to the established order. The Joes may find themselves aiding local Uprising factions in their fight for freedom, but they must be wary of being drawn into larger civil wars.