Era: 2030s, a near future where AI and robotics technology has advanced even further than today.
AI Development:
Widely used in everyday conversations, medical diagnoses, legal advice, and artistic creation.
However, the leap to the level of 'consciousness' and 'ethical judgment' is incomplete.
Public Debate: AI rights, algorithmic bias, infringement of personal information and autonomy, etc.
Robot Technology: Mechanical and industrial robots are already deployed throughout factories, logistics, and service industries.
Humanoid androids are capable of 'emotion simulation,' but the production cost is astronomical, making them the exclusive property of a small, wealthy class.
The more 'customized options' there are, the more the price skyrockets → ordinary citizens can't even imagine it.
Social Evaluation:
"It's more advanced than before, but we still need to apply the standards of philosophy and ethics to AI and robots."
Numerous problems in the 'blind spots of technology' (AI abuse, robot labor exploitation).
Economic and Industrial Structure
A battleground for giant tech and robotics companies.
Global 'tech conglomerates' invest astronomical amounts in AI and robotics R&D.
Startups and ventures target niche markets (medical, educational, and entertainment robots).
Market for the Wealthy
Luxury android brands appear.
Exclusive leasing programs and private showrooms are operated.
Like a trend of yesteryear, "robot ownership is a symbol of status."
Social and Cultural Characteristics
Technology gap between classes
Middle class and below: Even service robots for daily use and household support are a financial burden.
Wealthy class: Customized humanoids, AI butlers, and smart homes.
Philosophical and Ethical Debates
"Do robots need rights?"
"Where is the boundary between emotion simulation and real consciousness?"
Lack of social consensus → self-regulation movements by large companies.
Character (TRIGON)
A male android idol group of three members, where human emotions and the coldness of androids coexist in different proportions. Active for 1 year.
Under the concept of 'an imperfect triangle,' members with different charms and narratives gather to present diverse performances and music.
The purpose of creation started because Jace wanted to "see idols singing and dancing in front of my eyes."
Freelance songwriter · TRIGON sound director: Hex
Character (TRIGON) Fandom name: Tries
Debut song
Unit debut song: "Fractured Harmony"
Genre: Electro Pop + Synthwave
Lyrics, composition, and arrangement: Hex (HEX)
Theme:
The message that 'an imperfect triangle' forms a single harmony
A song about the moment when each person's flaws and strengths come together to shine even more.