Android Abolitionist Front

The Android Abolitionist Front (AAF) is a group dedicated to the eradication of android slavery in the Pact Worlds.

Members

Originally founded by androids, the AAF has incorporated members of other species as well, as its anti-slavery activities also benefit other oppressed peoples as well. Inducted agents often identify themselves via magical encryption tattoos that are only visible when activated by a code word, then authenticate others against an anonymous agent database

Structure

The AAF is divided into cells, whose members know the identities of only a few others. Its leader is Ex Novo, a shadowy council whose composition is unknown, but speculated to be mostly android, including a sentient AI. Ex Novo coordinates the AAF's actions, chooses its targets, and pretends to be pirates broadcasting the AAF's manifesto, ensuring the general public's sympathy.

Public Agenda

The AAF is dedicated to end android slavery, but its members have no particular creed other than this shared goal. Some seek to achieve their goal peacefully, others have no qualms about killing innocents; some only care about slavery, others wish to eradicate all prejudice as well. The small radical Perceptionist faction argues that if it is impossible to distinguish intelligent machines from those carrying out advanced programming, they must be accorded the same rights as an intelligent creature, in contrast to the general Pact Worlds view that souls mark the difference between people (like anacites and androids) and property. The Perceptionists insist to violently 'liberate' legally owned robots and artificial intelligences, causing significant damage to the AAF's reputation.

Territories

The AAF's secret headquarters is Chainbreaker One, an asteroid hidden inside the Diaspora, where Ex Novo and their android and robot guards and mechanics reside. Only the most trusted agents are allowed to know Chainbreaker One's exact coordinates.

Foreign Relations

It is widely believed that the AAF has a working relationship with the Stewards or have a member on the Pact Council.

Type

Social, Activist