Rusted barrels are scattered across Neon City’s forgotten streets, relics from a time when industry thrived. Like cones and hover disks, these barrels are more than just junk—they’re weapons, ready to be picked up and hurled into the chaos. When thrown, they crash and bounce with a reckless energy, striking down anything in their path.

Swag Disks are the currency of progress in Neon City, awarded every time players destroy objects or defeat enemies. These disks are the key to enhancing abilities, ensuring that every action brings players closer to greater power.

Scattered throughout the wreckage of Neon City, Computers are relics of a lost digital age, now stripped of purpose beyond the materials they can offer. Like arcades, these machines are found abandoned or buried in rubble, ready to be broken down for valuable tech scraps.

Power Boxes are scattered relics of Neon City’s past infrastructure, remnants of a time when the city buzzed with electricity. Now, like arcades, crates, and computers, these boxes are prized only for the materials they hold, waiting to be broken down and stripped for parts.

Crates are scattered across Neon City, remnants of an age when goods flowed freely. Now, they’re just one more thing to be cracked open for valuable scrap. Some crates sit intact, while others are buried in rubble, waiting to be dismantled for parts—just like computers and arcades.

Lootcade machines are scattered throughout Neon City as nostalgic relics of past entertainment, now primarily valued for their components. Found within arcades or hidden among rubble, these machines are ready to be broken down by players for valuable resources and points.Function / Purpose:

The Ripper is a versatile melee weapon commonly wielded by various factions throughout Neon City, including Marauders, Inkers, and Cybers. Known for its blunt-force power, it’s favored by those who thrive in close-quarters combat. This rugged tool, often modified with tech enhancements or makeshift grips, delivers formidable damage and is a mainstay in street confrontations.

The Cone is a throwable object scattered across Neon City, deceptively simple yet highly effective in combat. Built with a durable, angular design, it’s perfect for targeting enemies in confined spaces or creating chaos with its ricochet effect. The Cone’s trajectory is sharp and controlled, offering a unique way to rack up combos and deliver damage with precision.

The Hover Disk is a unique throwable item found throughout Neon City. Lightweight yet powerful, this disk is designed for combat versatility, bouncing off walls, buildings, and enemies, adding a chaotic edge to any fight. Its unpredictable path can turn the tide in battles, allowing for creative combo extensions and increased damage output against opponents.

After Glow is a volatile energy source created from the waste of neon lights in Neon City. Known for enhancing physical abilities through neon tattoos that channel energy into the body, it is coveted by scavengers and fighters despite its dangerous side effects. While After Glow tattoos grant heightened abilities, overuse leads to emotional instability and erratic behavior.

Cyber Waste refers to the discarded and broken-down remnants of advanced technology that litter the streets of Neon City. This waste includes anything from malfunctioning androids, scrapped vehicles, decaying infrastructure, and outdated cybernetic parts left behind by the rapid technological advancements of the Colosseum Capital City (CCC)elites. What may seem like junk to some is treasure to the resourceful scavengers who scour the city, looking for usable parts or valuable tech hidden within the waste. Cyber Waste is both a symbol of the city’s decline and a potential source of great power for those skilled enough to repurpose it.

Koa is the brute force of the Pong of Champions elite—a name spoken with both awe and disdain in the streets. Inked up with Afterglow tattoos that amplify his already overwhelming power, Koa fought his way to the top and now thrives as one of the sport’s most feared competitors. But don’t mistake his climb for camaraderie; his loyalty lies with the elites who celebrate his victories. To the underdogs, Koa is just another wall of muscle guarding the system that keeps them down.

The Assistant is Vic Anthony’s right-hand and a key figure in the Pong of Champions ecosystem. Often working in the shadows, they manage everything from tournament logistics to handling Vic’s opponents. Cold and calculating, The Assistant is always one step ahead, quietly ensuring everything runs smoothly. Many believe they pull more strings than even Vic realizes, making them one of the most feared and mysterious characters in the game.

Johnny Iron is the golden boy of Vic Anthony, the powerful figure behind Pong of Champions. Handpicked and groomed by Vic, Johnny’s meteoric rise in the ranks is often attributed as much to his raw skill as to Vic’s patronage. While his dominance in the arena is undeniable, his close ties to the controversial Anthony family make him a polarizing figure. In the glittering world of Pong of Champions, Johnny enjoys the spotlight, but in the shadows, many competitors and fans resent him, seeing him as a symbol of the Anthony family's oppressive influence.

The Fusion Core is one of the most powerful and sought-after pieces of scrap in the Neon City. Known for its immense energy output, it can either be repurposed into new tech or used as-is to power machinery. Once a vital energy source, the Fusion Core was abandoned and later banned by the Anthony family, who introduced cleaner and less environmentally damaging alternatives. Despite its outlawed status, the core remains a prized find for scavengers and tech enthusiasts willing to take the risk.

The Vehicle serves as a treasure chest within the world of PoC. Hidden within its steel frame could be anything from ordinary scrap to priceless tech, making it a highly sought-after discovery for scavengers. Often left abandoned in the neon city, these vehicles hold the potential for either junk or treasure, depending on the player's luck and skill in dismantling them.

Scrappers are the backbone of the Marauder faction, equipped from head to toe with makeshift gear scavenged from the PoC world. Armed with improvised weapons like spears, bats, and pipes modified with blades and spikes, Scrappers fiercely defend Marauder territory. Their relentless scavenging fuels the faction’s growth and survival, making them essential to the Marauder cause.

Tossers are resourceful and dangerous members of the Marauder faction, scavenging the Neon City for anything they can turn into a weapon. Their specialty lies in taking debris and wreckage and transforming it into deadly projectiles. Always on the lookout, they defend their crew by hurling makeshift weapons at anyone who dares get in their way of scavenging. Their ability to weaponize the environment makes them unpredictable and dangerous.

Heavy armored, these mech-like exoskeleton-wearing marauders embody the saying "one man's trash is another man's treasure"—actualized and weaponized. They scavenge and repurpose discarded materials into powerful makeshift armor and weapons, turning scrap into lethal tools of destruction.

Capos are influential leaders within the Inker faction, managing large territories and keeping a tight grip on their operations. Capos maintain direct control over groups of Inker Thugs and oversee Inker Generals, ensuring the faction’s influence extends across key areas of the Neon City. These hands-on leaders are always focused on maintaining control over the territory assigned to them by the faction’s underboss, making them a critical force in the Inkers’ operations.

Thugs are volatile and unpredictable members of a faction obsessed with harnessing Afterglow. Though they sit at the bottom of their faction’s hierarchy, they are relentless in their pursuit of power, scavenging the Neon City for the glow that fuels their cause—whatever that may be at the time. While they may seem like novices, Inker Thugs are no pushovers, as their martial arts skills are sharpened through rigorous training. Armed with their ink and raw determination, these thugs can be dangerous opponents.

Generals are highly dangerous leaders within the Inker faction, rarely seen alone. These ink-covered warriors travel in groups, usually flanked by their thugs, patrolling and scavenging the Neon City for resources. Overloaded with ink, their decisions are rash and unforgiving, making them unpredictable in combat. Known for their superior martial arts and weapon training, Inker Generals can channel energy into their bodies, transforming everyday objects into deadly weapons.

Androids are advanced humanoid robots originating from the mysterious Cybers currently ransacking the Neon City. Unlike other Cybers, these androids resemble human forms and possess enhanced capabilities, making them highly effective scavengers. Their purpose appears tied to locating and collecting valuable tech scattered across the city, and they are known to efficiently defend their findings when confronted.

Cyber Wolves are ferocious wolf-like robots prowling the Neon City in search of vehicles and wreckage. Programmed to seek out items of value, these mechanical beasts tear through debris using their claws and teeth. Their relentless scavenging behavior makes them a constant threat to anyone who ventures too close. Traveling in packs, Cyber Wolves are rarely seen until it's too late, making them an ever-present danger in the city’s ruins.

The G-Mec is an oversized, humanoid-like Cyber shrouded in mystery. This colossal piece of tech has been spotted roaming the industrial regions of the Neon City, though most accounts are little more than rumors. Tales of its existence speak of a massive shadow moving through factories and abandoned warehouses, leaving many to question whether the G-Mec is real or just another urban legend.

The Iron Wolf is a colossal, fearsome cyber predator that roams the Neon City in search of the most advanced technology it can find. Larger and more dangerous than standard Cyber Wolves, the Iron Wolf is rarely seen alone. It appears to use Cyber Wings as scouts, tracking potential targets with precision before leading its pack to claim valuable tech. The Iron Wolf is a looming threat, always on the prowl—those who spot its shadow often don't live to tell the tale.