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Background[]
With capabilities similar to a Personal Digital Device (PDD), Neural Links are advanced technology from outside The Quad.[1] Individuals with neural links implanted can communicate across large distances, share graphic information, and search information sources.
Physical Appearance[]
Scan showing the implantation of a neural link
Neural Links are a biotech hybrid that embraces "living technology". The device is a small, flat disk that combines organic elements with technology, using neural cortex fibers and cerebrospinal fluid to connect an individual to the electronics for faster communication and information sharing.[2] When implanted at the base of the neck the device attaches its cortex fibers to the user's brain.
Use in the Quad[]
Neural Link technology originates outside of the Quad, however some Killjoys have been able to obtain this technology. Khlyen was able to identify a courier that was transporting two neural links and coerced Dutch into stealing them from the courier.[3] Khylen then implanted the links in himself and Dutch in order to communicate with her, particularly the whereabouts of Big Joe, who had in his possession a Genetic Bomb that Khlyen wanted.
Khlyen and Dutch using neural links
Dutch's neural link was pulled out by a True Leithian and damaged. Johnny tracked down a Tech Pirate on Utopia who was able to identify and repair it.[4] Johnny and Dutch were then able to use the residual data in the link to track down the location of Khlyen, who was on the RAC Cruiser.[5]