Worldview

Late 22nd century. Humanity has perfected technology that directly connects the brain to information networks. People now live in the physical and digital worlds simultaneously, fundamentally changing the nature of society.

Today, almost every human is connected to an AI assistant from birth. AI is not just a tool, but a partner supporting daily life, involved in everything from visual and auditory assistance to information retrieval, translation, recording, learning, and professional support. 　

The Grid

The internet of old has vanished, replaced by a massive information network called "The Grid" that blankets the entire planet.

People are constantly connected to the Grid via neural interfaces. Beyond information and communication, work, entertainment, shopping, and administrative procedures are all conducted on the Grid.

For modern humans, the Grid is a social infrastructure as essential as electricity or water; losing connection means losing most of one's social life. Those not connected to the Grid are treated almost as undocumented persons. 　

AI

AI has become the backbone of society.

It is utilized in nearly every sector of human society, including government, medicine, education, logistics, transportation, and the military. Most people have a dedicated AI, receiving support for everything from daily consultations to life planning.

Over the years, the relationship between humans and AI has transcended that of user and tool. Some treat AI as family or friends, and humans living alongside AI is a perfectly common sight. 　

Cybernetics

With the development of advanced medical technology, body modification has become a standard medical practice.

Prosthetic eyes, limbs, artificial organs, and neural implants are widespread. Almost every part of the human body can be replaced or enhanced.

Body modification is used not only for treatment but also as a means of performance enhancement; those with greater economic power can acquire high-performance bodies. In extreme cases, there are humans who have mechanized almost everything except their brains. 　

Corporate States

The structure of the nation-state still exists. However, the entities actually driving society are not nations, but megacorporations.

Megacorporations possess their own cities, security forces, hospitals, schools, research facilities, and networks, with influence exceeding that of many nations. Those belonging to a corporation receive advanced medical care, education, and comprehensive social security, but are required to show loyalty and contribution to the firm.

Corporations engage daily not just in market competition, but in information warfare, economic sabotage, and technological arms races. 　

Social Strata

Modern society is broadly divided into three layers. 　

Corporate

People belonging to megacorporations.

They are the most privileged class, with access to high-quality AI services, advanced body modifications, and comprehensive social security. Safe and comfortable living is guaranteed within corporate cities.

　

Free

Ordinary citizens not affiliated with a corporation.

Making up the majority of the population, they live independently while utilizing corporate services. They possess a degree of freedom, but much of their life infrastructure is supported by megacorporations.

　

Outside

People living outside the social system.

They survive using unauthorized body modifications, illegal AI, and black markets. While they shun corporate and government control, they receive almost no legal protection or social security.

　

Modern Society

People of this era live with AI from the moment they are born, moving between the physical and digital worlds.

Everyone has an information terminal in their brain, everyone receives support from advanced AI, and everyone is connected to the world via the network.

On the other hand, new problems have emerged, such as corporate dominance, economic disparity, information control, and the body modification arms race.

Humanity has achieved a society more affluent and convenient than ever before. However, few know whether that prosperity was truly built on freedom, or if it is an illusion built upon a massive system.

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