Maxwell Sterling
At A Glance
Despite his public persona as an innovator and benefactor, Maxwell remains an enigma. Some view him as a visionary philanthropist, while others see him as a cold pragmatist with an unknown endgame •
Background & Career
Maxwell Sterling emerged as a major player in the tech industry in the early 2010s, pioneering next-generation AI, quantum computing, and advanced materials research. Under his leadership, Sterling Dynamics secured lucrative contracts with both private corporations and government agencies, solidifying its status as a dominant force in global technology markets. His investments in New Albion transformed the city, funding projects such as:Personality & Motivations
Maxwell is a calculating, highly intelligent strategist with a penchant for long-term planning. He rarely acts without a meticulously planned purpose, and his personal ethics remain ambiguous. While he has invested heavily in the city's welfare, he also keeps secrets—many of which revolve around his AI projects, security protocols, and hidden contingencies. • Publicly, he is charismatic, refined, and media-savvy. • Privately, he is intense, focused, and utterly relentless in his pursuits. Though he is not a Nova himself, his interest in Nova affairs is undeniable, and his involvement with Team Inertia suggests he sees them as more than just a city asset.Legacy & Influence
