Human Factions:
Overarching Factions:
Frontier Militia
The Frontier Militia represents a territorial defense pact between the systems of the Frontier. They are a loosely governed mishmash of homesteaders, criminals, bandits, mercenaries, terrorists, and pirates all rising as 'citizen soldiers' when the need arises. Many homesteaders have taken on a "can't beat 'em, join 'em" attitude regarding working alongside different criminal groups. Naturally, the people in this melting pot don't always see eye to eye on how to deal with the IMC's exploitation of the Frontier, but they are unified in fighting against it.
Interstellar Manufacturing Corporation (IMC)
Founded in 2127 as Hammond Engineering by Dr. Heinrich Hammond, the company started out small, in natural resource extraction industries. Fifteen years later, demand for Titan manufacturing materials, combined with Hammond's market-cornering planetary survey technology and map database rights, contributed to explosive growth for the company. Over the course of a century, a series of acquisitions, mergers, and re-brandings led to the transformation of Hammond Engineering into the sprawling commercial empire that is the IMC that is currently in control of the Cores Systems.
The Mercenary Syndicate
a conglomerate of various mercenary companies that was said to have "brought life and order" to the Outlands after the devastation brought about by the Frontier War
Militia Subdivisions:
The Marauder Corps (M-COR)
a unit of the Frontier Militia comprised of many Pilots and Riflemen. They were instrumental in recruiting former IMC officers James MacAllan and Robert "Barker" Taube to the Militia cause, leading to the disastrous IMC defeat at the Battle of Demeter. Five years after Demeter, the MCOR, along with the Militia as a whole, metamorphosed from rag-tag guerillas to a proper army with logistics, industrial centers, and organization. While the MCOR now has its own sub-groups such as the 41st Militia Rifle Battalion, the restructure in Militia command sees them answer as a sub-unit to the newly-formed special forces branch, the Special Recon Squadron.
Special Recon Squadron (SRS)
the Frontier Militia's special forces branch which handles covert and other high-risk missions across the Frontier. They're tasked to handle missions of considerable variety and importance, which include covert infiltrations, sabotage, data retrieval, and force eliminations of key IMC operations.
The 6-4
Comprised of freelance pilots, The 6-4 operates on a code unique among bounty hunters. Instead of selling their services to the highest bidder, Frontier's freedom, on their terms, is a higher priority.
Angel City Elites (ACES)
The Angel City Elite (ACEs for short) is an independent band of mercenaries on the Frontier, a ragtag group of soldiers, freelancers, and Pilots that are under the command of Robert "Barker" Taube. They are presumably based out of the Harbor District of Angel City, the metropolis in which Barker was living and had garnered sympathy from before his abduction in the Titanfall mission Get Barker.
Though they are an independent mercenary group, Barker and his Elites are strongly sympathetic to the cause of the Frontier Militia and are regularly under contract with them. Since the events of the Battle of Typhon, the ACEs now have a more personal interest in "[seeking] answers to other mysteries within the Frontier."
Marvin's Finest Hour (MRVN)
It is led by a Mobile Robotic Versatile Entity Automated Assistant, who communicates through a series of chirps, squeaks and other incomprehensible noises. The MRVN was given a directive to lead some pilots presumably by Robert "Barker" Taube and was never relieved of his duty.
Mobile Robotic Versatile Entity OS V.4.0
Current User Directive:
"I'm runnin' out of moonshine, Marv. You stay here and wave these guys through, all right? I'll be back in an hour... and don't say a word!"
Directive received: (XXXX) days ago
The Last Resort
The Last Resort is a mercenary faction operating on The Frontier, led by former 6-4 mercenaries Davis and Droz. They are involved in helping the Frontier Militia's defense of Harvesters against raids by the IMC Remnant Fleet.
IMC Subdivisions:
The Remnant Fleet
After the Battle of Demeter, the Remnant Fleet became the primary military force of the Interstellar Manufacturing Corporation (IMC) in the Frontier. Stranded without reinforcements or supplies, Spyglass, now Vice-Admiral, led the fleet to a secret naval base to regroup and rebuild. Engaging in various defensive and offensive operations, the Remnant Fleet raided multiple locations, targeting Militia and even neutral worlds, disrupting their presence and gathering resources to restore combat readiness. Spyglass orchestrated resource raids on Harmony as part of a long-term strategy to counter the Militia. The Remnant Fleet's actions have led some IMC units, including the ARES Division, to consider them a Rogue Element. This has also led to mass defections by IMC forces and an increasing reliance on an entirely automated military. They also became enemies of Vinson Dynamics, although the latter was willing to sell them Monarch titans. The reasons behind the Apex Predators' involvement in fighting the Remnant Fleet remain unknown.
Archaeological RESearch Division (ARES Division)
The Archaeological RESearch Division (ARES Division) is a rogue armed research and development wing of the IMC, responsible for uncovering, researching, and exploiting indigenous technologies across the Frontier. The IMC sub-section is relatively autonomous but still directly represents the IMC itself, unlike the more renegade Remnant Fleet. The division was founded by General Marder, who still presently leads the faction, and it intends to win the Frontier War for the IMC with its asymmetric and unorthodox means.
Apex Predators
The Apex Predators are a mercenary unit of elite Pilots led by the mercenary commander Kuben Blisk. They fight for the highest bidder regardless of moral ethics and will do whatever is required to earn their paycheck.
Syndicate Subdivisions:
Syndicate Corps
The Syndicate Corps, formerly the Frontier Corps, was founded in 2711 as a publicly funded volunteer program whose primary mission is to provide social, medical, and economic development support throughout the Frontier while promoting mutual understanding among citizens. Prior to its reformation and rebranding in 2734, it was led by the President of the Frontier Corps. Lifeline has been using her winnings to help fund this organization.
Dragon Company
The Dragon Company is a mercenary unit that comprises part of the Mercenary Syndicate, led by Vittoria De Luca. The Dragon Company is a brutal militia with incredibly loyal members, responsible for a variety of battlefield myths.
Emerald Leviathan
The Emerald Leviathan is a mercenary unit that comprises part of the Mercenary Syndicate, led by Suraj Varma. The Emerald Leviathan was a wealthy unit, conquering through coin rather than gun. Their wealth and the large swathe of industries under their belt has given them a reputation as a generous organization, though the opposite is true for those who cross them.
Locust Network
The Locust Network is a mercenary unit that comprises part of the Mercenary Syndicate, led by Thorne. A secretive, high-tech faction, the Locust Network works in information and manipulation.
Corporations & Organizations:
Hammond Robotics
Hammond Robotics is a major manufacturing, aerospace and defense contractor allied with the IMC. Claiming to have been at the forefront of robot design since the 20th century, Hammond produces considerable amounts of war material for the IMC cause, including Titans, Marvins and Spectres. Their logo can be found on all Titan briefing videos. The company is also involved in the Simulacrum and energy fields.
AI Logic
AI Logic is an electronics company founded in 2445 in Angel City, Angelia. One of the Frontier's oldest native corporations, it originally focused solely on repairs, but eventually was able to acquire dominance in the field of drone manufacturing and research and has expanded to other planets on the Frontier.
Altamirano Armory
Altamirano Armory is an arms manufacturer operating in the Frontier. They manufactured the Mozambique Shotgun.
Burrell Defense
Burrell Defense is an arms and Titan weapon manufacturer operating in the Frontier. They manufactured the Triple Take and its predecessor the D-2 Double Take, and the Alternator A-2. Burrell collapsed as a result of the Blackout.
Chevrex
Chevrex Incorporated is the Outlands subsidiary of AI Logic, owned and operated by the Che family. Specializing in drone manufacturing, one of its most popular products is the Security Monitoring Systems Drones (SMS Drones) which act as security cameras, motion detectors, and communication and recording devices.
It is unknown how Chevrex was spun off from AI Logic, with the earliest mentions of its existence being in 2658 when it provided funds for Project Iris' research into Branthium as an energy source. The results of the research greatly benefited Chevrex and it has since solidified itself as one of the most powerful companies in Psamathe, if not the Outlands.
The wife of CEO Darion Che, Cherisse, has extensive connections within the Syndicate and was instrumental in the negotiations surrounding the entry of Salvo into Syndicate Space. The Che family, and by extension Chevrex, also presumably has a seat in the Psamathe Planetary Council owing to the company's power and influence.
Emslie Tactical
Emslie Tactical is an arms manufacturer operating in the Frontier. They manufactured the Frontier War-era model Alternator SMG, the Alternator A-1.
Holdener Arms
Holdener Arms is an arms manufacturer operating in the Frontier. They manufactured the 30-30 Repeater.
Humbert Labs
Humbert Labs is a agricultural supply company based in Gaea. The company specializes in the manufacturing of pesticide gases. Caustic used to work for Humbert Labs and was responsible for the murder of its head Franklin Humbert in 2723.
Lastimosa Armory
Lastimosa Armory is an arms manufacturer that manufactured the R-series weapons (R-301 Carbine, R-99 SMG), the G-series light marksman rifles (The Frontier War-era G2A5, the G7 Scout), the Kraber .50-cal Sniper, the Mastiff Shotgun, the Prowler Burst PDW, the RE-45 Auto, and the Hammond P2020. They also manufactured the D-series DMRs (such as the Longbow DMR) and the L-STAR EMG, however these two weapons utilized in the Apex Games are provided by Wonyeon Interstellar.
Paradinha Arsenal
Paradinha Arsenal is a corporation operating in the Frontier. They manufactured the RE-45 Auto, the Sentinel ESR and its prototype model the A-13 Sentry.
Silva Pharmaceuticals
Silva Pharmaceuticals is a pharmaceutical company operating in the Outlands, with its headquarters at Psamathe. Founded by Torres Silva, its current CEO is Eduardo Silva. They manufacture stims employed by Stim Pilots during Frontier War, and later used by Octane.
The Sisters
The Sisters is a former gang active on Gaea, based in Suotamo. Specializing in weapons modding and fixing competitions, they are led by Big Sister. Rampart was a member before joining the Apex Games. In 2735, The Sisters became a legitimate, licensed business, releasing the Nemesis Burst AR as their first product.
Siwhan Industries
Siwhan Industries is an arms manufacturer operating in the Frontier. They are more commonly known to manufacture weapons which include the HAVOC Rifle (with assistance from Wonyeon), the M600 Spitfire and the C.A.R. SMG.
SWCC
SWCC is an arms manufacturer operating in the Frontier. They mass-produced the Rampage LMG.
Vinson Dynamics
Vinson Dynamics is a weapon and Titan manufacturer operating in the Frontier. The company has the capability to manufacture Simulacrums, and was responsible for rebuilding Ash, a former member of the Apex Predators, following her destruction at the Battle of Typhon. It has conducted operations both for and against the IMC's Remnant Fleet. On the Apex Games, they are the manufacturer of the Charge Rifle model used in its arenas.
Wonyeon
Wonyeon is an corporation operating in the Frontier. They have two known subsidiaries: Wonyeon Defense, an arms manufacturer and Wonyeon Interstellar, a technology company known for manufacturing weapon optics. In Apex Legends, they are the manufacturer of the EVA-8 Shotgun, the Hemlok Burst AR, the VK-47 Flatline, the HAVOC Rifle (with assistance from Siwhan Industries) and the Apex Games models of the L-STAR EMG and Longbow DMR.
Search and Rescue Association of Solace (SARAS)
S.A.R.A.S. or the Search and Rescue Association of Solace is a humanitarian organization based in Solace. Founded in 2525 by the Gibraltar family, S.A.R.A.S.'s mission involves searching for missing people and rescuing those injured in outdoor activities, while also responding to requests for disaster relief and community protection throughout Solace. S.A.R.A.S. has various units such as the Solace Mountain Rescue, the Vehicle Search and Rescue, Urban Search and Rescue, and the Marine Search and Rescue.