THE INSIDE 44 UNIVERSE

INTRO

In a galaxy where space travel is routine and interstellar wars have carved scars across planets, one boy’s defiance of destiny becomes a tale of obsession, betrayal, and unrelenting survival.

Darko Markovic, born into the suffocating poverty of Earth’s lowest quadrant, was a mere child when the Mars War for Independence left his world in ruins. The aftermath didn’t just scar planets—it tore into Darko’s fragile life. Stricken with Type 1 diabetes and haunted by the chaos of war, he was deemed weak, insignificant, and destined to fade into obscurity. Yet, amidst his pain, an insatiable hunger grew—a burning dream of becoming an R1 supercar legend, a symbol of invincibility.

When Darko defies all odds to race on Reness, the galaxy’s ultimate battleground for speed, the Universe bites back.

Betrayed by allies and sabotaged by unseen enemies, his speeder crashes in an explosion of violence, leaving him broken, bleeding, and abandoned. As whispers of treachery ripple through the cosmos, Darko faces a horrifying truth: his enemies aren’t content with his destruction—they want his very soul.

Ravaged by despair but driven by a ruthless need for vengeance, Darko must claw his way out of the wreckage, reshaping himself into something stronger, darker. His path to redemption lies in the shadows, where lies fester and power is won at a cost few dare to pay. The stakes? Not just his life, but the fragile existence of the Universe itself.

Will Darko’s hunger for survival consume him? Or will he master the chaos within and become the very force that reshapes the galaxy? This is not just a journey—it’s a reckoning.

INSIDE44 CHARACTERS AND HEROES

Each character in Inside44 isn't just a visual design—they come with a full backstory, unique special abilities, a game-like leveling system, and a detailed history of their equipment and past

DARMAR

DarMar, originally named Darko Marković, comes from the White City in Bersia—the only country not recognized by the Earth System. Bersia was once a nation of noble warriors who served Earth in times of crisis. But after a series of political conflicts, Earth orchestrated events to paint them as a threat, ultimately pushing them aside. They knew Bersians could challenge the system if left unchecked.
During the Mars War for Independence, DarMar survived a brutal bombing, an event that led to his diabetes. At just thirteen, he had no idea he was about to embark on a journey that would define his life. The people of the White City are known for their resilience, bound by a strict code of honor—something DarMar witnessed firsthand while growing up.
Overcoming diabetes and the hardships of life wasn’t easy. At twenty, he was accepted into the Academy of Reness for racing. But betrayal by a close friend led to a near-fatal crash that left him severely injured.
By sheer luck, he was sent back to Bersia, where he met Dr. Soul—a master of ancient and forgotten energy techniques. Under his guidance, DarMar not only recovered but also gained a deeper understanding of the vast universe and his place in it.
Eventually, he received a specialized diabetes suit, which gave him a new lease on life. With it, he stepped into a world of endless adventure within the Inside44 universe.

TINY THE ELEPHANT

Like Boris the Ram, Tiny the Elephant was created to give Martans an edge in the war and help save their planet. But Tiny’s story started long before that—back when he was just a small elephant, forced to watch his kind being hunted, eaten, and exploited by humans on Earth.
For centuries, elephant bone had been a rare and highly prized medical ingredient across the galaxy. That made Tiny a target from the moment he was born. When he was still young, a botched kidnapping attempt left him critically wounded, barely clinging to life.
Bleeding out and on the brink of death, Tiny was saved by his owner, Marija Jing, who acquired a powerful serum to heal him. But survival came at a cost—the serum had unexpected, life-altering side effects.
Tiny’s body shrank, and he transformed into a biped. Despite the changes, Marija nursed him back to health and came to see him as her own son. Determined to protect others from the same fate, Tiny trained as a police officer in the Chinese Quadrant, vowing to defend all endangered animals. During the Independence War, he fought on the front lines, rescuing abandoned animals left to fend for themselves. To this day, he continues that mission.
Like any elephant, Tiny is both proud and stubborn—traits that serve him well but often land him in trouble, especially when his ego takes a hit

C-PLEX

C.PLEX is a cutting-edge, high-tech defense system developed by the Rita family. After becoming one of the wealthiest beings across 44 galaxies, Christian Rita decided to follow his true passion—creating a safer world. Growing up, he never felt protected, so he dedicated years of research and a fortune to building a specialized C.PLEX unit designed to defend any region it was deployed in, no matter the cost.
To achieve this, he used rare metals from Hope 2069, fusing them with the planet’s unique energy signature to create an almost indestructible shield.
C.PLEX was first deployed during the Bersia protests, where units were stationed at the borders to prevent the inhabitants from escaping or causing unrest. The system handled the situation so effortlessly that governments across the galaxy quickly adopted it as a way to maintain control—without risking human soldiers.
Standing 2.8 meters tall and weighing approximately 400 kg, C.PLEX became the ultimate security force.
When Rita rose to power, she used this influence to access classified intelligence, manipulating human leaders into serving her agenda. With C.PLEX under her command, she gained a crucial advantage in launching her assault on the human race.

ANYA ASSASYN GIRL

Her father, Musa Hamad, is still the commander of Earth’s 23rd Division, while her mother, Noa, is officially retired. However, rumors persist that she still works behind the scenes, handling mission briefings—whispers that circulate among both old allies and enemies.
From a young age, Anya knew exactly what she wanted to do. She joined the 32nd Division, following in her parents’ footsteps to become a marine in the Terran forces. Her sharp mechanical skills and natural understanding of battlefield logistics quickly put her on the fast track, and she was tapped for Special Forces upon completing her training. But her rebellious streak, combined with a history of substance abuse, shut that door fast. By the time she was 18, she had been discharged from the Division.
After being kicked out of the military, Anya spiraled into a deep depression, cutting herself off from everyone. Her parents, desperate to help, enrolled her in an art college in the American Quadrant, hoping it would give her purpose. It didn’t. She clashed with them, dropped out, and disappeared.
To survive, she took up work as a bounty hunter—but she had a habit of not bringing her targets back alive. This caught the attention of an elite assassins’ guild, who saw her potential and took her in to refine her skills. She trained with them for years, but the guild’s strict codes and limitations eventually became suffocating. The only reason they let her walk away was because she had once saved the guild leader’s daughter from an assassination—a life for a life.
Not long after, Anya resurfaced as a member of the infamous motorcycle club, Hells Angels. She rose through the ranks faster than anyone in the club’s history, eventually taking over as leader. The club and its bikes—machines not so different from the vehicles she trained with in the military—rekindled her passion for life and gave her a new sense of belonging. Her custom bike is now her go-to ride for carrying out contracts.
Anya currently has four outstanding lawsuits against her, facing charges for murder, burglary, and aggravated assault. Her last known whereabouts? Riding with the Pink Panthers, a notorious Lunar gang.

EDDIE THE SNAIL

Eddie comes from Shell City on Gastropodes. He’s one of fifty siblings, born into an ancient family known simply as "Family 432"—a lineage that stretches back over a million years.
Growing up, Eddie never had big ambitions. Snails just existed—they ate, mated, and that was about it. But when Earth colonized Gastropodes and gave snails enhanced mobility through prosthetic limbs, everything changed. Suddenly, snails could take on real professions.
Terrans assigned Eddie a job as a police officer, but it never felt right. He wasn’t the type to follow rules, and law enforcement was the last thing that suited his personality. He was young, reckless, and lived for the playboy lifestyle—money, drugs, and sex all rolled into one messy package. Before long, he became the textbook definition of a crooked cop.
Still, Eddie had a few things working in his favor. He was smart, charismatic, and knew how to talk his way out of trouble. Those qualities earned him a transfer to the detective force, where he found his real niche. These days, he prioritizes work for high-paying clients, bending the rules when necessary and stepping on toes without a second thought.
Eddie carries himself with unshakable confidence, often calling himself a modern ninja. And honestly? He just might be right.

XORGIAN PARA

The Xorgian race hails from the planet Xorg, located in the Arai quadrant, the easternmost part of the known universe.
Xorgians are renowned for their unmatched brute strength, zest for life, and a perceived lack of intelligence. They are often seen as typical brutes, quick to resort to violence to solve problems.
Centuries ago, they waged war against the Babylonians, inflicting heavy casualties on their enemies. The attack was launched without any strategy or clear objective, catching the Babylonians off guard and leaving them unprepared.
On Xorg, both females and males have equal rights. They can both serve as warriors and lead armies. Xorgians are great allies, but they are not the kind of enemies anyone wants to have. Biologically, they are nearly identical in appearance, with the primary distinction being the color of their skin. They reproduce at a rapid rate by laying eggs.
Para and Suzanne are two Xorgian generals who have been married for twenty years and have ruled together during that time. The two offered to aid Mars during its war, but the Martian council, though desperate for freedom and independence, wisely rejected their help, knowing the consequences of involving them.
However, due to the corrupt influence of Michele and Rita, the Xorgians were ultimately persuaded to travel to Hope 2069 to support their plan.

“THE MARS WAR FOR INDEPENDENCE CHANGED HUMANITY FOREVER”

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