Why would anyone willingly support Maddox Hurd and Herculean Machines?

I don't do CGs that often. Not unless they reasons for them inspires me, as money stopped being relevant long ago. So I am doing this CG and the reason is I really, really don't want Herculean Machines to succeed.

At every turn Maddox Hurd has been a fine example of male genitalia. Where Scorpio DeVorrow has been honest and frank and talks about his own machine, Maddox has insulted his viral at every turn. He is also a criminal and almost certainly paid for Supratech's facility to be sabotaged.

So why are people supporting Hurd? Do people actually like this sort of lying, cheating wretch?
 
I don't do CGs that often. Not unless they reasons for them inspires me, as money stopped being relevant long ago. So I am doing this CG and the reason is I really, really don't want Herculean Machines to succeed.

At every turn Maddox Hurd has been a fine example of male genitalia. Where Scorpio DeVorrow has been honest and frank and talks about his own machine, Maddox has insulted his viral at every turn. He is also a criminal and almost certainly paid for Supratech's facility to be sabotaged.

So why are people supporting Hurd? Do people actually like this sort of lying, cheating wretch?

Probably cause they didn't read all the galnet news.
 
I don't have time right now, but maybe it would be a good idea to have a post or thread with every galnet net articles.
 


New Computer Designs Announced


Federal Times journalist Harlow Nassry has highlighted two new personal computer designs currently in development:

“For a long time, the Sirius and Achilles corporations have been the main suppliers of personal computing devices, but two smaller companies are aiming to challenge that monopoly.”

“The first company, Supratech, is working on a revolutionary design called the Torc, a flexible ring that coils around the user’s wrist or neck. It uses high-resolution holographic projectors to surround the user with illuminated displays and motion-sensitive interfaces.”

“The second company, Herculean Machines, has taken a more down-to-earth approach. The Duradrive is a chunky, durable tablet designed to withstand rough handling. Herculean has promised a range of peripherals, allowing users to custom-build their own version of the device.”

“Both companies plan to reveal prototypes of their designs at a technology expo in October. But can the market support two rival products? We’ll no doubt be hearing more about the Torc and Duradrive in the near future.”


[h=3]Computer Firms Promote New Designs[/h]Rival technology companies Supratech and Herculean Machines have released press statements promoting new personal-computer designs.

Scorpio DeVorrow, CEO of Supratech, told the media about his company’s forthcoming product:

“The Torc employs cutting-edge holographic technology, surrounding you in a personalised world. Its holo-interfaces respond to subtle gestures and its flexible crystalline structure makes it as elegant as jewellery. By comparison, competitors’ devices are as rudimentary as pen and paper.”

Maddox Hurd, owner of Herculean Machines, also made a statement:

“Fancy holograms might look pretty, but what matters is being able to withstand whatever life throws at you. The Duradrive is designed for those who work hard and expect their tools to stand up to the challenge. However tough you think you are, the Duradrive is tougher.”

Both companies have confirmed that they will be at the Rackham Ultratech Expo on Wednesday the 3rd of October. The technology trade show, sponsored by Rackham Capital Investments, focuses on the personal-device market. Both companies aim to have fully functional prototypes ready for the expo.


[h=3]Computer Designers’ Rivalry Escalates[/h]Maddox Hurd, owner of Herculean Machines, has publicly dismissed the efforts of rival company Supratech. Both companies are currently developing new computer designs.

Mr Hurd referred directly to Supratech’s forthcoming product, the Torc, while addressing the media:

“There’s a reason Herculean has never explored the concept of wearable devices – it’s a ridiculous idea! I bet a million credits that those fragile gizmos will break, or their holograms will start glitching, the moment you turn them on.”

“If you want a reliable piece of tech, you need the Duradrive. Believe me, our device will keep on working whatever you throw at it…and even if you throw it.”

When invited to comment, Supratech CEO Scorpio DeVorrow responded:

“It’s regrettable that those with a clear vision of the future are often denigrated by individuals of limited imagination. We offer an elegant and revolutionary approach to personal computing – not just a rubber brick with a screen. I’m sure customers will make the intelligent choice.”

Prototypes for both the Torc and the Duradrive will be unveiled at the Rackham Ultratech Expo on Wednesday the 3rd of October.


[h=3]Fire Destroys Supratech Facility [/h]A manufacturing complex owned by computer company Supratech has been destroyed by fire.

All on-site personnel managed to escape the blaze without injury. Emergency crews were soon in attendance, but were unable to prevent the fire from swiftly consuming the facility.

Supratech CEO Scorpio DeVorrow made this statement:

“I regret to announce that the fire has ruined our main production complex. Dozens of prototype Torc units were also irreparably damaged. This is a severe setback in the development of our new design.”

“Investigators have been unable to pinpoint the cause of the blaze, or to explain why the fire-suppression system in our state-of-the-art complex malfunctioned so completely. Along with the security cameras, internal alarms and thermal sensors.”

Maddox Hurd, head of rival company Herculean Machines, commented:

“I’m glad to hear that everyone made it out okay. But I have to say, if Supratech’s facilities are that poorly designed, I’d hate to imagine what their products are like.”

Both companies are due to unveil new personal computing devices at the Rackham Ultratech Expo in October, although it is now unclear if Supratech will take part in the trade show.


[h=3]Investors Abandon Herculean Machines[/h]
An anonymous source has revealed that Maddox Hurd, owner of technology company Herculean Machines, was previously investigated by the Federal Security Service.

The source shared recently declassified FSS records on the Rewired news channel, and stated:

“When establishing Herculean five years ago, Maddox Hurd accepted financial contributions from individuals connected to organised-crime networks, such as the Red Family. While Hurd did not technically break the law, the FSS has kept a close eye on him ever since.”

In the wake of this news, a number of Herculean Machines’ corporate investors withdrew their support. Maddox Hurd told the media:

“This is a smear campaign, and those underhanded snakes at Supratech are behind it!”

Scorpio DeVorrow, CEO of rival company Supratech, declined to comment, but Harlow Nassry, technology journalist at The Federal Times, observed:

“With Herculean Machines losing investment and Supratech’s facility destroyed, both companies are in a compromised position. Unless they can drum up additional support, neither will be able to unveil their new designs at the Rackham Ultratech Expo in October.”


[h=3]Appeal for Computing Commodities[/h]
Two rival technology companies – Supratech and Herculean Machines – have appealed for commodities to support the release of forthcoming products.

Scorpio DeVorrow, CEO of Supratech, issued the following statement:

“The Torc is the latest in personal computing, featuring state-of-the-art holographic technology. Anyone who wants to benefit from the next generation in wearable hardware should support its development.”

Meanwhile, Maddox Hurd, head of Herculean Machines, had this to say:

“The Duradrive cannot be rivalled for power or customisability. What people need in this challenging age is a robust product, not some ephemeral toy that malfunctions when exposed to a stiff breeze.”

To bring their products to market, both companies have placed open orders for commodities. Supratech requires Conductive Fabrics, Robotics and Microcontrollers, while Herculean Machines has asked for Consumer Technology, Hardware Diagnostic Sensors and Computer Components. Pilots wishing to support Supratech should deliver commodities to Roberts Port in the Fedmich system, while pilots wishing to support Herculean Machines should deliver commodities to Cowper Dock in the Anima system.

The campaigns begin on the 20th of September 3304 and will run for one week. If either party achieves its aims earlier than planned, both campaigns will end immediately.
 
is there tl;dr version?

Supratech announces a lightweight torc based computer you wear around your neck, that project holographic displays. Hurculean Machines announces a very solid durable hand held computer. Both are rivals looking to win over the market.

The two CEOs big up there machines. The Hurculean CEO is quite offensive and slags off his rivals machine a lot (although it is not all one way).

The Surpatech factory gets burned down. All security failed. All fire systems failed. Hurculean slags them off and slags off their machine.

The Hurculean boss is found to have had criminal organisations invest in him in the past.

Now there is a CG, probably to determine which company succeed (and maybe what sort of computer you have when space legs comes out).
 
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He is also a criminal and almost certainly paid for Supratech's facility to be sabotaged.

But do you have proof he was involved in Supratech's facility sabotage?

or are you insulting him by accusing him of a crime you have no evidence of and calling him names?

fine example of male genitalia

Which is what you say makes him a lying, cheating wretch?
 
But do you have proof he was involved in Supratech's facility sabotage?

or are you insulting him by accusing him of a crime you have no evidence of and calling him names?

Which is what you say makes him a lying, cheating wretch?

As there is no clear way to get any of that information in game (and probably no way full stop), we only have the news articles to go on. To me this is a set up between money and morals. One CG is easier to get to, more central and pays better, but is for the 'bad guy'. The other is more out of the way, and pays less but is for the 'good guy'.

Surprisingly, money is winning.
 
As there is no clear way to get any of that information in game (and probably no way full stop), we only have the news articles to go on. To me this is a set up between money and morals. One CG is easier to get to, more central and pays better, but is for the 'bad guy'. The other is more out of the way, and pays less but is for the 'good guy'.

Surprisingly, money is winning.

So you have no proof he was behind the sabotage?
 
I don't do CGs that often. Not unless they reasons for them inspires me, as money stopped being relevant long ago. So I am doing this CG and the reason is I really, really don't want Herculean Machines to succeed.

At every turn Maddox Hurd has been a fine example of male genitalia. Where Scorpio DeVorrow has been honest and frank and talks about his own machine, Maddox has insulted his viral at every turn. He is also a criminal and almost certainly paid for Supratech's facility to be sabotaged.

So why are people supporting Hurd? Do people actually like this sort of lying, cheating wretch?

I was thinking the same, its like buying shares in skynet.
 
Why don’t you organise a blockade of the station?

This has the added bonus of people ignoring the in game reasons and calling you a griefer
 
I have no idea about anything in the OP. It sounds like someone at Frontier has hit desperation/ breaking point and is just pouring their soul into Galnet as some last hurrah because it's all they have. It's like Apple vs Samsung writ large that's tangentially related to the game but has no actual bearing in or to it.

So, a normal Thursday then. ;)
 
Why don’t you organise a blockade of the station?

This has the added bonus of people ignoring the in game reasons and calling you a griefer

Yes but this is actually doing something in the game, and who has time for that? There are important reasons to discuss about stuff to do with the thing someone said?! Come on get with the program.

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Look I think it's great there's at least some sort of back story here but holy god how hard would it be to actually reflect this sort of thing in game with people shouting stuff over the comms, USS with both sides having a scuffle, stations having some sort of dialog. anything at all representing this sort of melodrama in game. No? okay then.
 
I have no idea about anything in the OP. It sounds like someone at Frontier has hit desperation/ breaking point and is just pouring their soul into Galnet as some last hurrah because it's all they have. It's like Apple vs Samsung writ large that's tangentially related to the game but has no actual bearing in or to it.

So, a normal Thursday then. ;)

Not really a great analogy IMO, to me a better one is more like IBM vs HP....both are in the game for the money and neither care what the customer thinks, as long as money is changing hands.
To add, neither party is behaving professionally, both are being more political hence a comparison is moot and both will give a poor product but happily take our money.
I will say, I like the historic names here, the Red Family and the Rackham expo...is there a relationship there - aka Red Rackham--infamous Pirate from Earth , and if there is a relationship of any sort..the whole story seems potentially scandalous...
 
I don't do CGs that often. Not unless they reasons for them inspires me, as money stopped being relevant long ago. So I am doing this CG and the reason is I really, really don't want Herculean Machines to succeed.

At every turn Maddox Hurd has been a fine example of male genitalia. Where Scorpio DeVorrow has been honest and frank and talks about his own machine, Maddox has insulted his viral at every turn. He is also a criminal and almost certainly paid for Supratech's facility to be sabotaged.

So why are people supporting Hurd? Do people actually like this sort of lying, cheating wretch?

The FSS already investigated Hurd and layed open his connections to criminal
funding, if that is not a smear campaign, at least the truth is now clear for him.
He is a criminal, as is every corporate leader, his image is clear
and his product is beneficial for my tasks.

Why would you believe any business person with a good reputation?
Instead of paying their employees better, they invest millions to keep
their noses clean.
That is not "trustworthy" and "honest", that is cheaty and lying.

Support Hurd or be ready getting hurt :D
 
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