Background Lore

The Reason for Differences
The core value that separate those who exist in that of the Darkie-verse and that of the Kicker-verse, is the idea of individual pleasure. The Darkies, though existing in a world seemingly much different than our own, engage in near pure hedonism. Self-satisfaction by whatever means-- regardless of morals --drives the Darkies. In the Darkie-verse, each individual seems to be bestowed the clear view of their path on how to achieve maximum gratification. For some Darkies, this involves responsibilities, and commitments; for others, it requires bigotry and hatred of others to optimize one's since of self worth.

Of course, not all the lives of all Darkies are perfect. For example, Taum wrestles with his alcohol induced homosexuality, but is more content in life due to the unconditional love of his father that the Kicker, Tom, was never afforded. Taum's existence is the peak life that the eternal soul "Tom" can reach. This methodology is applied to all Darkies, and their parents' self-serving choices help influence their lives.

Most of the world has strict borders, and each country vehemently hates the other. However, the individuals who invented many of the weapons of war in the Kicker-verse never found satisfaction in doing so in the Darkie-verse, so the largest, most powerful weapon known to man in the Darkie-verse is a tank.