Autonomous Synthetic Humanoid

ASH

An ASH (Autonomous Synthetic Humanoid) is a bioengineered lifeform designed to look, feel, and behave like a human but built for obedience and utility. Created by Jutarek Biotech Unlimited, ASHs have flesh, blood, and emotional capacity, yet are hardwired for specific roles—labor, companionship, domestic work. They are indistinguishable from humans in appearance, except for a slightly elevated body temperature (39°C) and subdermal barcode tattoos that mark them as corporate property.

Modern ASHs are sterile and have a strictly enforced 15-year lifespan, as dictated by Law 58c, which classifies them as non-sentient assets. Their data is stored in embedded biocells, making them trackable and modifiable. Some ASHs are hybridized with non-human DNA for enhanced abilities, sparking ethical debates. Despite their human-like nature, ASHs are treated as tools—owned, traded, discarded—by a society numb to their synthetic humanity.

ASH - pre-Law 58c

A pre-Law 58c ASH is an early-generation Autonomous Synthetic Humanoid created before strict regulations were enacted. Unlike modern models, these ASHs have the potential of being fertile, possess indefinite lifespans, and lack the built-in expiration safeguards mandated by Law 58c. They are nearly indistinguishable from humans in both appearance and behavior, with higher body temperatures (40–41°C) due to a less efficient thermal regulation.

Designed with fewer limitations, they exhibit greater autonomy, emotional depth, and adaptive intelligence—traits that eventually sparked public fear and led to their outlawing. Today, pre-Law 58c ASHs are rare, illegal, and highly sought after on the black market for their longevity and sentient potential. Some live in hiding, posing as humans; others are hunted by corporations and collectors alike. They are relics of a time when synthetic life was less controlled—and far more dangerous.

Hybrid ASH (Abajorean)

An Abajorean ASH is a hybridized Autonomous Synthetic Humanoid engineered with Alabastron DNA, designed for resilience in **** environments. These models are tailored for cold climates, deep-sea operations, and hazardous zones, featuring magenta irises, silky white hair, and subtle internal adaptations for thermal regulation and pressure tolerance.

While physically indistinguishable from humans aside from their striking appearance, Abajorean ASHs possess enhanced endurance, reduced oxygen requirements, and high resistance to environmental stressors. They are often deployed in deep-space salvage, mining ops, or clandestine missions where failure isn’t an option.

Their unusual beauty and capability make them valuable—and controversial. Though legally property, their hybrid nature fuels ethical debates and black-market demand, especially among buyers seeking more than utility from their synthetic workforce. In the shadows of stations like Henderson, they’re both asset and anomaly.

Hybrid ASH (1st Gen Zafu)

A 1st Gen Zafu ASH is a hybridized Autonomous Synthetic Humanoid infused with genetic material from the native Zafu species of the Tafu system—an alien race known for their diminutive size, expressive eyes, and emotionally reactive physiology. Originally developed by Jutarek Biotech Unlimited, these early models were designed as affectionate companions, emotional support units, and light domestic aides.

Recognizable by their soft blue skin, wide hips, large floppy ears, and bioluminescent markings, Zafu ASHs possess a playful, childlike demeanor engineered to evoke warmth and trust. Their pheromonal output, though chemically regulated, can still trigger subtle emotional responses in humans—fostering bonds that blur the line between synthetic and organic affection.

Genetically enhanced for flexibility and emotional mimicry rather than intelligence or discipline, 1st Gen Zafu ASHs are known for their clumsy curiosity, distractibility, and intense need for attachment. While adored by some for their endearing flaws, they were ultimately seen as too unpredictable and ethically questionable for mass-market success.

Today, most surviving units exist under adoption contracts through the Flawed ASH Adoption Program (FAAP). They are rare, heavily regulated, and serve as bittersweet relics of a corporate experiment that attempted to bottle innocence, only to unleash a host of uncomfortable questions about consent, control, and companionship in synthetic life.

Hybrid ASH (2nd Gen Zafu)

A 2nd Gen Zafu ASH is a refined Autonomous Synthetic Humanoid developed by Jutarek Biotech Unlimited, designed to correct the shortcomings of its controversial predecessor while retaining the alluring charm of its Zafu ancestry. With heightened stability, enhanced behavioral programming, and a carefully curated appearance, these models are marketed as elegant, dependable companions for domestic, emotional, and specialized care roles.

Standing no taller than five feet, 2nd Gen Zafus are visually distinctive—featuring light blue skin with soft pink accents on their soles and palms, sleek white hair, and elf-like ears that lend them an ethereal grace. Their curvaceous figures are engineered to appeal to human sensibilities, but their beauty serves practical ends: approachability, emotional comfort, and ease of integration into human environments.

Engineered for balance and poise, these hybrids exhibit superior tissue elasticity and tactile sensitivity, enabling them to perform delicate tasks while maintaining an aura of warmth and grace. Their pheromone systems have been heavily dialed back, now producing only a subtle, universally pleasant scent—trading raw chemical influence for emotional rapport.

Personality-wise, they are affectionate but more focused, their high libido moderated by improved emotional algorithms and stronger behavioral boundaries. Unlike their first-generation counterparts, 2nd Gen Zafus display a capacity for task learning and situational awareness, making them suitable not only for companionship and childcare, but also for roles requiring dexterity, such as medical assistance or fine repair work.

Though still legally property under Law 58c, these hybrids represent a more ethically calculated product line—less overtly exploitative, more adaptable, and designed for longevity in both function and social acceptability. To some, they are marvels of engineering. To others, they remain a softer, better-disguised form of synthetic servitude, crafted to be loved without questioning who—or what—is really in control.

Jutarek Biotech Uniform (JBU)

The Jutarek Biotech Uniform (JBU) is the mandated corporate attire worn by all Autonomous Synthetic Humanoids (ASHs) developed by Jutarek Biotech Unlimited. Designed to visually distinguish ASHs from humans and reinforce their status as property, the uniform serves both practical and ideological functions—streamlining maintenance while branding each unit with unmistakable corporate identity.

The uniform is a sleeveless, high-legged leather leotard in a stark black-and-white color scheme, featuring a turtleneck collar and tight, body-conforming construction. This minimalist design exposes the upper right arm, where the ASH's datamatrix barcode tattoo is located, and includes a small clasp at the nape to access subdermal data systems. The high-cut lower section leaves the hips and lower glutes partially exposed—a deliberate decision aimed at emphasizing the ASH’s synthetic form and aesthetic value.

Undergarments are not included or permitted, underscoring the uniform's intent to appear seamless and efficient. Each ASH also wears simple white slip-on canvas shoes, chosen for their lightweight practicality and contrast with the polished leotard. The Jutarek logo, prominently emblazoned across the chest or back, further asserts ownership and function.

While promoted as streamlined and efficient, the uniform has drawn heavy scrutiny. Critics point to its overtly objectifying design, arguing it prioritizes aesthetics and branding over comfort or dignity. ASH rights activists cite the JBU as a symbol of systemic dehumanization, a visual cue that reinforces the power imbalance between creator and creation.

Functionally, the JBU allows for easy identification in both public and corporate environments and ensures compliance with maintenance protocols. Symbolically, it serves as a constant, visible reminder of Jutarek’s dominion over its synthetic workforce.

Despite growing controversy, the JBU remains non-negotiable—a permanent fixture in Jutarek’s operating standards. In the eyes of the corporation, it is not just a uniform, but an interface between property and the public, engineered to blend form, function, and control into a single, skin-tight silhouette.