First Bank of Boston
The First Bank of Boston, is one of the last remaining independent financial institutions in a city where corporate-controlled economies dominate. Established long before the rise of the megacorporations, the bank has managed to retain a degree of autonomy, leveraging its historic credibility and deep-rooted connections within the city's power structure. Despite the corporate banking sector's relentless expansion, First Bank of Neo-Boston has adapted, finding ways to serve both corporate interests and local businesses alike while maintaining a degree of independence from the financial monopolies of the megacorps.
While it lacks the global reach of NovaGen's financial divisions, the bank plays a key role in facilitating transactions between corporate executives, independent business owners, and political entities within The Spire and beyond. It specializes in holding financial assets for legacy families, old-world investors, and even certain black-market dealings that corporations prefer not to involve themselves in directly. Despite this, it remains under constant pressure from corporate-backed financial institutions, who seek to buy it out or dismantle its influence in favor of more controlled economic channels.
A particularly notable aspect of the bank is its extensive portfolio of property deeds and high-value assets, many of which have historical significance. It still retains ownership over several landmarks and Underground venues, serving as a critical player in real estate finance. The First Bank of Neo-Boston may not have the raw financial power of the megacorps, but its historical ties, adaptability, and strategic positioning ensure that it remains a key player in the shifting tides of Neo-Boston’s economy.
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