Deep City

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[[File:DeepCity.jpg|thumb|The Underworld of Maliki III]]

'''Deep City, [[Maliki III]]''' is the rotten underbelly of the [[Ecumenopolis]] that covers the surface of [[Maliki III]]. The depths of '''Deep City''' are ripe with criminal individual and organizations: Smuggler, Drug Syndicates, Illegal Prostitution Unions, and Organized Crime of all types. Not All of '''Deep City''' is bad. Refugees, Low Income Families, and Hardworking individuals survive in '''Deep City'''. The [[Red-Light District]] and [[Wet District]] are present in the '''[[Deep City ~~Grotto~~]]'''.

'''Deep City, [[Maliki III]]''' is the rotten underbelly of the [[Ecumenopolis]] that covers the surface of [[Maliki III]]. The depths of '''Deep City''' are ripe with criminal individual and organizations: Smuggler, Drug Syndicates, Illegal Prostitution Unions, and Organized Crime of all types. Not All of '''Deep City''' is bad. Refugees, Low Income Families, and Hardworking individuals survive in '''Deep City'''. The [[Red-Light District]] and [[Wet District]] are present in the '''[[Deep City Grottos]]'''.

== Overview ==

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* '''Surface City:''' The gleaming upper levels of Maliki III are characterized by towering megastructures, corporate hubs, and noble estates. Law enforcement is strict, and society is tightly controlled by the Sluggo.

* '''Deep City (The Old City):''' Far below the surface lies the decayed remains of the original city, now known as Deep City. Narrow streets, abandoned infrastructure, and dim lighting define the landscape. Despite its dilapidation, Deep City is alive with commerce and crime.

* '''[[~~The Grottos (~~Deep City)|The Grottos]]:''' A network of bars, clubs, and dens scattered throughout Deep City, the Grottos are infamous for their illicit wares, smuggled goods, and rampant spice use.

* '''[[Deep City Grottos|The Grottos]]:''' A network of bars, clubs, and dens scattered throughout Deep City, the Grottos are infamous for their illicit wares, smuggled goods, and rampant spice use.

* [[The Depths (Deep City)|'''The Depths''']]''':''' Beneath Deep City are the

* [[The Depths (Deep City)|'''The Depths''']]''':''' Beneath Deep City are the Depths. Here there are the reactors, water reservoirs, and many things that make Deep City and the Surface function. Only the bravest, most desperate, or most stupid venture here. All maintenance performed here is by weaponized [[Mech|Mechs]].

== Society and Culture ==

The society of Deep City is a stark contrast to the lawfulness of the surface. It is a melting pot of species, all vying for power, wealth, and survival:

* '''Criminal Dominance:''' Organized crime controls nearly every aspect of life in Deep City. The '''Belonin Syndicate''', '''Katari Cartel''', and '''Milfern Prostitution Empire''' are the dominant players, with smaller groups and freelancers operating on the fringes.

* '''Criminal Dominance:''' Organized crime controls nearly every aspect of life in Deep City. The '''[[Belonin Syndicate]]''', '''[[Katari Cartel]]''', and '''[[Milfern Prostitution Empire]]''' are the dominant players, with smaller groups and freelancers operating on the fringes.

* '''Illicit Economy:''' Deep City thrives on black market trade, including weapons, drugs, spice, and exotic goods. Smuggling routes from Deep City connect to nearly every major system in Galaxa.

* '''Illicit Economy:''' Deep City thrives on black market trade, including weapons, drugs, spice, and exotic goods. Smuggling routes from Deep City connect to nearly every major system in [[Galaxa]].

* '''Spice Culture:''' Spice is ubiquitous, shaping the culture and economy of Deep City. Even nobles from the surface are known to descend with bodyguards to indulge in the forbidden products of the Grottos.