Setting Details

Society based entirely upon individual autonomy; no overarching social structures with any coercive power. "I'm not telling you anything, man!"

The society is undergoing no notable changes at the moment. Ex.: You've got me…

Force screens, tractor beams, fast FTL radio, "living machines", genetic alteration of adult minds, sensa-skin; similar to David Brin's Uplift series, or alternatively, the Transmetropolitan comic series

Devices can be built with abilities far beyond that achievable by prevailing technology.

Turning a fast buck, trade, administration

Larger-than-life characters facing epic challenges

Sin-tainted characters in a decadent and decaying world

There are many gods

Prayers by the faithful laity can have a number of set effects, a la Clerical magic in Dugeons and Dragons.

"The gods" may directly interfere in the mortal world when requested.