Larissa

"Larissa may not be the prettiest of our moons, but it's the heartbeat of our economy. We took a chance on making it our manufacturing hub, and it's paid off in spades. Sure, it's not a place you'd want to raise a family, but for those who call Larissa home? They're the backbone of Neptune's economic engine." ~Sherak "Gimpy" Leviathan, Technocrat of Neptune

A Toxic Landscape

Larissa's surface is a labyrinth of factories, refineries, and research facilities, churning out a vast array of chemicals and pharmaceuticals. The moon's sparse population and relative isolation make it an ideal location for producing volatile and toxic substances. Acrid fumes and hazardous waste are constant companions to the workers who call Larissa home. Despite advanced safety protocols, accidents can and do happen, earning Larissa a reputation as a place where danger lurks around every corner. Yet, the economic benefits and strategic importance of this manufacturing base make it a vital component of Neptune's economy, and democratic unions ensure that the workers are either well compensated for their risks or foremen may find themselves dunked in the product.

Chems and Stims

Larissa is the primary production site for Neptune Blue, the proprietary combat stim renowned for its ability to enhance users' time sense. This highly sought-after substance is manufactured exclusively for the Neptunian Militia, but its popularity among underworld figures ensures a thriving black market. Other Combat Stims, chems, and performance-enhancing substances are also produced on Larissa, catering to the demands of the Solar System's military and clandestine organizations. Gigacorporations like Johnson, Wilde, and Pomegarde Group, Apex Genetics, and Pheonix Bioengineering maintain significant manufacturing presence on the moon, leveraging Larissa's unique infrastructure to develop cutting-edge products.

A Little Bit of Everyone

Larissa's industrial landscape is a tapestry of competing interests, with gigacorporations, Neptunian state-owned enterprises, and clandestine organizations all vying for influence. Researchers, engineers, and production staff from across the Solar System converge on Larissa, drawn by the promise of lucrative contracts and cutting-edge pharmaceutical technology. Amidst this diverse, often transient population, a distinct culture has emerged – one of rugged pragmatism, calculated risk-taking, and mutual respect. From high-stakes deal-makers to factory workers and smugglers, Larissa's community is a microcosm of the Sol System's complexities, where everyone has a stake in the moon's toxic, thriving economy.