Carved in the valleys and mountains spawning from Olympus Mons, the Demilitarized Zone between the territories of the Federation and Equestria stretches for miles, every acre the splendor of wealth and power. After the Second Martian Conflict, the brokered peace ordained that such a buffer zone would be in place between the empires, free of outside interference, tariffs, and taxation. Known now as The Strip, this 10-mile wide swath of land plays host to every major private organization and corporate interest in the system, the heart of Mars’ rising success and prominence on the solar stage. Agents of both powers are not allowed to set foot here unless invited, but that of course doesn’t stop the espionage brewing just underneath the shimmering windows and bustling railways…
