Night City's Terminator: Adam Smasher | Cyberpunk Lore

Name: Night City's Terminator: Adam Smasher | Cyberpunk Lore
Uploaded: 2023-06-30T12:30:07.000Z
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Can't stop diggin' Night City.

The introduction to Night City and its significance in the Cyberpunk world.

Night City and Corporations

Night City is a large city with a rich history, known for being the birthplace of legends like Morgan Blackhand, Andrew Weyland, and Adam Smasher.

The city is filled with corporations that dominate various industries, shaping the dark future of Cyberpunk.

Many stories in Night City revolve around the conflict between the underdog and big corporations.

Arasaka Corporation stands out as one of the most feared corporations in Night City, known for its vast military might and reputation.

The History of Adam Smasher

Exploring the background and rise of Adam Smasher as a feared character in Night City.

Early Life and Gang Activity

Adam Smasher's story begins in New York during The Collapse in 1996, a time of economic recession and chaos.

He was involved in gang activity from a young age, becoming the leader of a local combat gang.

His violent nature became apparent as he engaged in bloody battles with rivals.

Military Service and Return to New York

After his gang disbanded, Adam joined the armed services for six years but was eventually discharged due to insubordination.

He returned to New York City and resumed his criminal activities, taking on intense solo contracts such as assassinations and demolitions.

Adam gained a reputation for being willing to take on dirty work.

A Fateful Job

During one job, Adam was hired to steal an undisclosed prototype from a competitor by an anonymous corporate security executive.

The job involved explosive combat where Adam unleashed hundreds of rounds of ammunition.

Despite heavy fire exchanged on both sides, it seemed like they had the upper hand.

Adam Smasher: Arasaka's Proprietary Killing Machine

Exploring Adam Smasher's transformation into a killing machine and his association with Arasaka Corporation.

Transformation and Reputation

Adam Smasher is described as an inhuman mass of flesh and metal, showcasing Arasaka's technical prowess.

He lacks human emotion and takes pleasure in killing and maiming.

Throughout Cyberpunk history, Adam Smasher has been involved in pivotal events, solidifying his fearsome reputation.

The Lore of Adam Smasher

Known as the NC boogeyman, Adam Smasher is feared by all who lay eyes on him.

His augments are among the most powerful ever produced, and he shows a flagrant disregard for human life.

This section promises to explore how he became so feared and mechanical.

The Origins of Adam Smasher

Tracing back the origins of Adam Smasher from New York to Night City.

The Collapse and Gang Activity

The Collapse in 1996 led to economic recession and increased gang activity across the United States.

With his involvement in gangs, The Collapse meant more competition for Adam on the streets of New York.

Rise through Gang Ranks

Despite the challenges, Adam worked his way up through a local combat gang, eventually becoming their leader.

His violent nature continued to manifest during this time.

Military Service and Return to Criminal Life

After being discharged from the armed services due to insubordination, Adam returned to New York City.

He resumed running intense solo contracts involving crimes like assassinations and demolitions.

Alongside criminal activities, he indulged in gathering gear, using illicit substances, and engaging in brutal encounters.

The Fateful Job that Changed Everything

The pivotal job that transformed Adam Smasher and made him a greater threat.

A Profitable Job

Adam and his associates were hired to steal an undisclosed prototype from a competitor by a corporate security executive.

Despite intense combat, they believed they had the upper hand and expected a profitable outcome.

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Adam Smasher's Survival and Transformation

This section discusses how Adam Smasher survived a blast but was left with minimal remains. His team members managed to save him by fitting his remains into a backpack and rushing him for medical attention. He was revived and offered a deal by Arasaka, his employer, to convert him into a cyborg in exchange for a 15-year service contract.

Adam's Survival and Medical Attention

Adam survived the blast but had very little of his body left.

His team recognized that he could still be saved and carried his remains in a backpack for medical attention.

Offer from Arasaka

Arasaka, Adam's employer, offered him a deal after recognizing his skills.

They provided funds for creating a compatible metal body for him.

In return, they asked for a 15-year service contract.

Conversion to Cyborg

Adam accepted the deal and converted into a full-borg cyborg.

He considered it the best decision he ever made.

With his new enhanced body, he became even more brutal in combat.

Adam Smasher's Deal with Arasaka

This section explores the details of the deal between Adam Smasher and Arasaka. It reveals that Arasaka was responsible for getting him killed initially and now offered him an opportunity to continue working as their agent with an upgraded cyborg body.

Deal with Arasaka

Arasaka was responsible for getting Adam killed in the first place.

Recognizing his skills, they offered him a deal to become their agent.

They provided funds for creating a metal body compatible with Adam's brain.

In return, they required a 15-year service contract from him.

Adam Smasher's Enhanced Combat Abilities

This section highlights how Adam Smasher's conversion to a cyborg enhanced his combat abilities. He became more brutal and efficient in combat, praising the efficiency and durability of his cyberbody.

Enhanced Combat Abilities

Adam's conversion to a cyborg allowed him to be more brutal in combat.

He could wield heavy weaponry that his old flesh body couldn't handle.

His cyberbody's efficiency and durability enabled him to quickly eliminate adversaries.

Adam Smasher's Alternative Bodies

This section discusses how Adam Smasher had multiple alternative bodies, including a heavily modified Samson frame and a Gemini cyberbody resembling a younger version of Elvis Presley.

Alternative Bodies

Adam had multiple alternative bodies for different occasions.

One of his favorites was a heavily modified Samson frame.

He also possessed a Gemini cyberbody resembling Elvis Presley.

Adam Smasher's Rivalry with Morgan Blackhand

This section explores the rivalry between Adam Smasher and Morgan Blackhand, another well-known solo from Cyberpunk history. Their contention was partly due to Blackhand's association with Arasaka's competitor, Militech International Armaments.

Rivalry with Morgan Blackhand

Adam had formed a rivalry with Morgan Blackhand, another renowned solo.

He repeatedly challenged Blackhand but was denied or evaded each time.

The rivalry may have been fueled by Blackhand's association with Militech, Arasaka's competitor.

Fourth Corporate War and Showdown

This section discusses the Fourth Corporate War and how it provided an opportunity for Adam Smasher to finally have a showdown with Morgan Blackhand. The war broke out between Arasaka and Militech, and Adam saw it as a chance to coax Blackhand into a confrontation.

Fourth Corporate War

The Fourth Corporate War began in 2021 between Arasaka and Militech.

CINO hired Arasaka, while OTEC enlisted Militech for the conflict.

Adam Smasher saw the mounting conflict as an opportunity to provoke Blackhand.

Night City Holocaust and Showdown at Arasaka Tower

This section describes the Night City Holocaust, a pivotal event in Cyberpunk history. It was a raid campaign launched by a Militech-sponsored strike team against Arasaka Tower, led by Morgan Blackhand. Adam Smasher was part of the war effort for Arasaka.

Night City Holocaust

The Night City Holocaust occurred on August 20th, 2023.

A Militech-sponsored strike team led by Morgan Blackhand launched a raid on Arasaka Tower.

Adam Smasher was part of the war effort for Arasaka.

Due to the length of the transcript, some details may have been omitted or condensed for brevity.

The Fall of Johnny Silverhand

This section discusses the events surrounding Johnny Silverhand's mission to destroy or copy a database from a secured lab, his confrontation with Adam Smasher and Arasaka corporate soldiers, and the speculation about the order of events in Cyberpunk 2077.

The Mission and Confrontation

Johnny Silverhand's goal was to destroy or make a copy of the database in the lab.

He encountered Adam Smasher and a team of Arasaka corporate soldiers.

A gunfight ensued, detailed in "The Fall of the Towers" story from the Cyberpunk RED Corebook.

Johnny challenged Adam with weapons that couldn't penetrate his cyborg armor.

Adam shot Johnny with an autoshotgun, killing him.

Speculation on Events

The order of events in Cyberpunk 2077 may not be accurate or complete.

It is theorized that Johnny's memories may be unreliable or tampered with.

The narrative suggests that the events on August 20th, 2023 are open-ended and unknown.

The idea of uncertainty is supported by both Cyberpunk Red Corebook and Cyberpunk 2077.

Adam Smasher's Fate

This section explores what happened to Adam Smasher after his confrontation with Johnny Silverhand, including his rescue by Arasaka forces, repairs to his body, and transition to using a modified Dragoon frame.

Aftermath of Confrontation

After the tower collapsed due to a nuclear device placed during the assault on Arasaka Tower, both Adam Smasher and Morgan Blackhand fell into the wreckage.

Adam was rescued by Arasaka forces and had damages repaired while transitioning away from humanoid cyberbodies like Gemini to using a modified Dragoon frame.

Managing Cyberpsychosis

Despite having a high volume of cyberware, Adam Smasher managed to avoid going fully into Cyber Psychosis.

Cyberpunk creator Mike Pondsmith mentioned that Adam is a "high functioning" cyberpsycho due to his job and view of humanity.

Conclusion

This section concludes the discussion by summarizing the events surrounding Johnny Silverhand's mission, his confrontation with Adam Smasher, and the speculation about the order of events in Cyberpunk 2077. It also mentions the uncertainty surrounding what exactly happened on August 20th, 2023.

Recap and Uncertainty

The mission to destroy or copy the database led to a confrontation between Johnny Silverhand and Adam Smasher.

The order of events in Cyberpunk 2077 may not be accurate or complete.

It is suggested that the narrative leaves the events on August 20th, 2023 open-ended and unknown.

The idea of uncertainty is supported by both Cyberpunk Red Corebook and Cyberpunk 2077.

Adam Smasher's Role and Mission

This section discusses Adam Smasher's role and ongoing mission in Cyberpunk 2077.

Adam's Ongoing Mission

Adam Smasher continues to work for the corporation, possibly due to bodily adjustments or loyalty.

His ongoing mission is to dispose of Johnny Silverhand's body.

He also collects as many of Johnny's old possessions as possible.

Michiko Arasaka and her Background

This section provides information about Michiko Arasaka, her background, and her connection with Adam Smasher.

Michiko Arasaka

Michiko Arasaka is the daughter of Kei Arasaka, the CEO of Arasaka Corporation at the time of the attack on Arasaka Tower in 2023.

After her father committed digital Sepukku, Michiko was left fatherless at the age of 15.

She became involved with Adam Smasher when she turned 18.

Michiko's Relationship with Adam Smasher

This section explores Michiko's relationship with Adam Smasher and their unconventional partnership.

Relationship with Adam Smasher

The death of her father led Michiko to seek out a relationship with Adam Smasher.

Despite being intelligent and respected, she made questionable choices by getting involved with him.

Pondsmith has confirmed this scenario multiple times and even detailed it as a campaign called "Michiko's Night Out."

Scenario Involving Michiko and Adam Smasher

This section describes a scenario involving Michiko leaving the Arasaka compound on her 18th birthday and encountering Adam Smasher.

Michiko's Night Out

Michiko leaves the Arasaka compound on her 18th birthday with her personal bodyguard, Kenichi Zaburo.

While barhopping in Night City, she causes chaos and has a wild fling with Adam Smasher.

This scenario has been run as a campaign by Pondsmith and is known as "Michiko's Night Out."

Calm Period for Adam Smasher

This section discusses a period of relative calm for Adam Smasher after his involvement with Michiko.

Calm Period

After his involvement with Michiko, things calmed down for Adam Smasher.

He worked with Rouge during this time, but the nature of their work is unclear.

Acquisition of Johnny Silverhand's Possessions

This section focuses on Adam Smasher's acquisition of Johnny Silverhand's possessions.

Acquiring Johnny's Possessions

Post 2045, there was a break in Adam's quest to acquire Johnny Silverhand's old possessions.

Samantha Stevens had previously owned some of these items, including his handgun and Porsche.

Somehow, Adam came to possess these items.

Personal Bodyguard Role and Base of Operations

This section explores Adam Smasher's role as a personal bodyguard and his base of operations.

Personal Bodyguard Role

After 2050, Adam becomes the personal bodyguard of Yorinobu Arasaka, indicating his rise within the company.

Base of Operations

He operates out of the Ebunike, a container carrier docked in the Watson district.

The Ebunike serves as his base of operations and houses an extra cyberbody and numerous weapons.

Routine Workflow and Permanent Home

This section discusses Adam Smasher's routine workflow and permanent home in Night City.

Routine Workflow

For the next 20 years, Adam continues to fulfill Arasaka's dirty jobs, furthering his reputation.

He occupies the Ebunike as a permanent base of operations.

Permanent Home

Night City becomes Adam Smasher's permanent home, ending his migrations to and from New York.

Elimination of David Martinez

This section focuses on Adam Smasher's mission to eliminate David Martinez.

Elimination Mission

In 2076, Adam is tasked with eliminating David Martinez, who possesses an experimental Arasaka asset called the Cyberskeleton.

They engage in combat at Arasaka Tower, resulting in casualties and a fall from the building.

Last Known Ark with Yorinobu Arasaka

This section describes Adam Smasher's last known ark while serving as Yorinobu Arasaka's bodyguard.

Last Known Ark

After stealing the Relic from Saburo Arasaka, Yorinobu and Adam occupy Konpeki Plaza for an undisclosed amount of time.

This is Adam Smasher's last known ark at the time of recording.

The Infamous Adam Smasher

This section provides an overview of the character Adam Smasher in Cyberpunk 2077 and his role in the game's storyline.

The Mission Gone Wrong

Yorinobu returns to the penthouse unexpectedly, leading to V and Jackie hiding and witnessing the events.

Saburo, Yorinobu's father, is killed by Yorinobu himself, resulting in V and Jackie being discovered as witnesses.

Smasher pursues them as they attempt to escape, resulting in a fatality.

Yorinobu is promoted to his father's CEO position, while Smasher becomes Head of Security within the company.

Security Issues Arise

Oda warns Adam about the potential threat posed by Goro Takemura towards Hanako during a memorial parade.

Adam ignores these warnings, accusing Oda of betrayal. However, Hanako is eventually kidnapped.

Smasher launches a strike after learning of Hanako's captor's location at an abandoned apartment.

Confrontation and Choices

V and Smasher have multiple encounters throughout the game depending on player choices.

Regardless of who V or Johnny fights with or how it happens, Adam is always destined to be bested but may not necessarily meet his end.

Players have the option to allow Adam to live or kill him, determining his fate.

The Enigmatic Villain

Despite being a villainous character responsible for deaths and disappearances, Adam remains one of Cyberpunk's most interesting characters.

He started as a neighborhood kid in New York but rose through the ranks to become one of the highest-ranking employees in a prominent megacorp.

His ambiguous fate leaves room for speculation about his potential return in future iterations of Cyberpunk.

Conclusion

This summary provides an overview of the character Adam Smasher in Cyberpunk 2077, highlighting his role in the game's storyline and the choices players can make regarding his fate.