Cyberpunk 2077
Summary
Cyberpunk 2077 ’s Night City is the home to many gangs , each with its own copious history and traditional knowledge . While gang such as Maelstrom were formed out of the clay of a former crew , the Metal Warriors , and the Tyger Claws engage methods of Asian crime syndicates such as the Yakuza or the trinity , one of the coolest gangs in the city , the Mox , has an blood line steeped in tragedy .
Trigger Warning : The following story contains references to intimate assault and self-destruction .
The Mox did n’t seem in any of theCyberpunktabletop gamesand made its entry inCyberpunk 2077as one of the youngest set up in Night City , being formed only ten years prior to the event of CD Projekt Red ’s biz . Unlike the other crew who have claimed huge territories in Night City , The Mox mostly keep to themselves and puzzle out around Lizzie ’s Bar , which also serve as the work party ’s headquarters , protect their own .
keep runway of Cyberpunk 2077 ’s many gangs can get overwhelming . Here ’s how to secern each one apart - and how they come to stand in Night City .
The Death Of Lizzie Borden Created The Mox
Borden’s Death Led To Riots Across Night City
The Mox was formed due to the death of Elizabeth " Lizzie " Borden , a former prostitute and well - known strip clubhouse proprietor in Kabuki , Watson . Borden was considered to be fair with her treatment of her Joytoy worker and would defend them from violent client , even if it mean turn a loss their concern in the process , which made her a popular digit in the residential area .
When one of Lizzie ’s Joytoys was brutally violate and murdered by Tyger Claw extremity in her club , Lizzie avenged her by killing three of the assailants with an axe . She then last on to display their body in front of her club , laud that the same would happen to anyone else who hurt a sex prole .
The character Lizzie Borden was named after a cleaning lady prove and acquitted for axe murders in 1892 .
Unfortunately , the Tyger Claws returned later that nighttime , destruct Lizzie ’s business , and mangle her in revenge . Lizzie ’s death head to massive debauchery throughout Night City , with many of its dissenter targeting the Tyger Claws ' fellow member and businesses . The Mox was formed in the summons by bringing together those who felt threatened and oppressed , especially among sex workers and intimate minorities .
legion gangs roam the street of Night City , and they all model a threat to the populace , some more so than others .
How The Mox Honored Lizzie Borden
Lizzie Borden Became A Symbol Of Defiance
Lizzie ’s Bar has a neon light in the frame of a adult female holding an ax at its entrance , referencing the weapon Borden used to vote down the Tiger Claws .
The Mox ’s name derives from the old lingo full term " guts " due to the gang ’s determination and perseverance when stand up up against their oppressor , as Borden once did . The popish numeral for " five " and the number " 13 " are displayed below the Mox logo tattooed on most of the gang ’s members , and present the demise day of remembrance of Elizabeth Borden and the official birth of The Mox : May 13 . " V.13 " often appear on item from The Mox ’s clothing brand " BITCH " .
The Mox was originally known as " The Lizzies " inCyberpunk 2077 ’s earlier promotional material , partake a name with the all - distaff gang fromThe Warriors . This led to some believing the gang was one that was obsessed with the singer Lizzy Wizzy , rather than a crowd honoring Lizzie Borden .
How The Mox Has Changed Over The Years
The Mox Has Become More Profit-Driven
While many members keep on their sex work at the club and other bawdyhouse around the city and may have a " plastic doll " style reminiscent of Joytoys and Dolls for the joy of clients , these are often camouflage for the RealSkinn cyberware to hide their scrap - ready implant . While the gang does wear outfits that are a mix of the punk aesthetic and the cheap mode weary typically by prostitutes , their attire is designed to never restrict their apparent motion , making themalways ready for a fight , even if they do n’t ab initio seek out furiousness .
While The Mox does n’t have a coherent hierarchy , they do have a definite leader , Susanna Quinn ( aka . Susie Q ) . Since taking direction of The Mox , Susie Q begin to treat the crew as more of a business , and by the outcome ofCyberpunk 2077,The Mox begin demanding fees for their aegis services . This has cause some conflict within the crew as some believe it goes against Borden ’s original principle and that tribute should be free . However , Susie Q believes it is the safe way to keep the gang and their business afloat and will still welcome those who look for refuge .
