Crime

# Crime Breakdown of Ala Fortuna

## Overview

Ala Fortuna, with its complex social structure and segregated rings, is a hotbed for various criminal activities. The city's unique geography and stringent class divisions contribute to a diverse crime landscape, where everything from high-stakes smuggling to street-level skirmishes is commonplace. This report integrates known gang activities, projected statistics, and the socio-economic factors influencing crime across different city rings.

### Spire and Upper Class Ring

#### White-Collar Crimes

Embezzlement, fraud, and cybercrimes are more prevalent here due to the concentration of wealth and power. While violent street crime is never documented to have occurred, corporate espionage and high-level corruption are common.

#### Smuggling

High-value goods, including rare genetic modifications and contraband luxury items, are often smuggled into this ring for the elite.

#### Human Trafficking

While not overt, there's a dark market for "exotic" servants or genetically modified individuals, often orchestrated by discreet criminal syndicates.

### Middle Class Ring

#### Racketeering & Extortion

The Crimson Dons and Velvet Syndicate have their hands in various businesses, offering "protection" and ensuring a steady flow of income through intimidation.

#### Illegal Trade

Smuggling lesser contraband, illegal tech, and unauthorized genetic modifications are common, catering to the desires of those who aspire to the luxuries of the upper ring.

#### Veteran-Related Crimes

The Warborne, composed of veterans, are often involved in arms trafficking and mercenary services, exploiting their military expertise for illegal operations.

### Lower Middle Class Ring

#### Petty Crimes

Theft, assault, and vandalism are more common due to the increased population density and lower living standards.

#### Drug Trade

This ring sees a significant amount of drug production and distribution, catering to both the lower and middle rings. Concrete Shamans are notably involved in this trade.

#### Illegal Gambling and Fight Clubs

Operated as a form of entertainment and despair relief, often running under the radar of law enforcement.

### Outer Ring

#### Violent Gang Wars

With over 346 identified gangs, including the Skull Crushers and Troll Pack, turf wars and violent skirmishes are a daily occurrence.

#### Human Trafficking and Slavery

The chaos and poverty make it easier for criminal organizations to abduct and sell individuals either within the city or to the outside world.

#### Smuggling

The Rusty Chains and Siren's Call are heavily involved in smuggling goods and people in and out of the city, exploiting the less patrolled areas for their operations.

#### Organized Raids

Some gangs, like the Wasteland Wanderers, organize raids into other territories, including outside the city walls, to plunder resources or capture slaves.

### Known Gangs

#### Upper Ring

There are currently no known gangs or criminal organizations actively based out of or operating in the upper ring in any significant presence. While a few deals are definitely brokered here and there, the lack of access prevents gangs from freely operating in this part of the city.

#### Middle Rings

The middle rings are the homes of The Crimson Dons, the Velvet Syndicate, and the Warborne. Other gangs are known to have a discreet presence as well including Siren's Call who owns and runs the waterways in the middle rings.

#### Outer Ring

The Outer Ring remains a cesspool of gangs and crime with as many as 346 documented gangs actively operating in the various megablocks. The most infamous of them are the Skulls Crushers, the Troll Pack, Rusty Chains, Siren's Call, Neon Vipers, Iron Fists, The Gutter Kings, Blade Runners, Concrete Shamans, and the Freakshow.

## Projected Crime Statistics by Ring

### Spire and Upper Class Ring

#### White-Collar Crime

50% - Predominant crimes include embezzlement, fraud, insider trading, and cybercrimes.

#### Smuggling

20% - Mainly involves rare artifacts, unauthorized genetic enhancements, and luxury contraband.

#### Human Trafficking

15% - Surprisingly high, focusing on trafficking for private servants, exotic companions, sex slaves, or illegal genetic experimentation.

#### Murder/Homicide

5% - Relatively low but often involves high-profile cases, typically related to power struggles and corporate sabotage.

#### Drug Trafficking

10% - Mostly designer drugs and genetically tailored substances.

### Middle Class Ring

#### Racketeering & Extortion

30% - Dominated by groups like The Crimson Dons and Velvet Syndicate.

#### Illegal Trade

25% - Includes unauthorized tech, small-scale genetic mods, and contraband from other rings.

#### Veteran-Related Crimes

15% - Arms trafficking and mercenary services, particularly by the Warborne.

#### Murder/Homicide

10% - Often related to business disputes, gang rivalries, and domestic incidents.

#### Drug Trafficking

20% - A significant market for middle-ring substances, often less refined than those found in the upper ring.

### Lower Middle Class Ring

#### Petty Crimes

40% - Theft, burglary, and minor assaults are the most common forms of crime.

#### Drug Trade

35% - Both production and distribution, with a focus on cheaper, more accessible substances.

#### Illegal Gambling and Fight Clubs

20% - A prevalent form of entertainment and a source of income for many.

#### Murder/Homicide

15% - Higher than the middle and upper rings, often spontaneous and related to personal conflicts or small-scale gang activities.

#### Racketeering & Extortion

10% - Less organized and more opportunistic compared to the middle ring.

### Outer Ring

#### Violent Gang Wars

35% - With hundreds of gangs, conflicts and skirmishes are a daily occurrence.

#### Human Trafficking

30% - Both as victims and perpetrators, given the ring's desperate conditions.

#### Smuggling

30% - A lifeline for many, whether it's goods, weapons, or people.

#### Organized Raids

25% - On other territories and outside the city, for resources or slaves.

#### Murder/Homicide

40% - The most common serious crime, often a result of gang wars, personal vendettas, and survival struggles.

#### Drug Trade

40% - A major issue with widespread production, trafficking, and use.

#### Petty Crimes

50% - Theft, assault, and vandalism are rampant due to overcrowding and poor living conditions.

### Crime Assessment

The crime statistics in Ala Fortuna vary significantly between the rings, reflecting the socio-economic disparities and cultural differences of each area. The upper class ring, while exhibiting lower rates of violent crimes, has a disturbingly high rate of sophisticated offenses, including a notable human trafficking operation. As one moves outward, the nature of crime becomes more violent and chaotic, peaking in the outer ring where survival often necessitates illegal activities. These statistics not only highlight the prevalence of certain crimes in each ring but also underscore the complex challenges faced by the AFDF and other law enforcement entities in maintaining order and safety throughout the city.

## Conclusion

Ala Fortuna's crime landscape is as diverse as its population. The upper echelons deal in crimes of luxury and power, while the lower rings face the brutal reality of street violence and survival crime. The AFDF and mercenary groups struggle to maintain a semblance of order, but the city's inherent inequalities and the sheer number of criminal organizations make this an uphill battle. As Ala Fortuna continues to evolve, so too does its underworld, adapting to the ever-changing dynamics of this fortified city-state.