The DEC plays a multifaceted role in the balance of power and societal dynamics on Planet Thundarr. Here’s a deeper dive into their role and interactions:
Role of the DEC in Planet Thundarr:
- Enforcement & Security:
- The DEC maintains order across all six regions of the planet, especially in urban hubs like Thundarr City. Their mandate includes defending against external threats and managing internal conflicts, such as rogue factions or criminal activities.
- Technological Superiority:
- As a combined military force, the DEC is highly advanced in terms of weaponry, vehicles, and aircraft. Their naval fleet controls trade routes across the Thundarr Sea, while their air force ensures aerial dominance over the planet.
- Presence in Thundarr City:
- The DEC has a strong presence in Thundarr City, where they act as both law enforcement and a military deterrent. Their patrols, checkpoints, and surveillance systems contribute to a tense atmosphere in the city, leading to unease among soilmen.
- Recruitment & Propaganda:
- The DEC constantly recruits soilmen from various regions, often targeting those in rural areas like Thundarr Land and Thundarr Forest. However, their methods are seen as coercive, and many recruits feel exploited, fueling resentment among civilians.
- Conflict with the Soilmen:
- The soilmen view the DEC as a symbol of oppression and an enforcer of the ruling elite’s agenda. This tension creates an underlying conflict between the DEC and the common people.
DEC’s Interactions with Key Characters:
- Faro Faros (Falcon):
- As a former DEC pilot, Faro has an intimate understanding of the organization’s tactics, technology, and weaknesses. This makes him a unique threat to the DEC, especially after he becomes Falcon and starts operating as a vigilante.
- Faro’s estranged relationship with the DEC stems from their treatment of him and his father, an aircraft engineer. His father’s role in designing DEC aircrafts ties Faro’s backstory to the organization’s technological advancements.
- Faro avoids DEC soldiers as much as possible, fearing recognition, which could lead to his capture or death. However, his knowledge often gives him an advantage during encounters with them.
- Murder Dog:
- Murder Dog’s actions in Thundarr City draw the attention of the DEC. As a masked assassin, he represents a challenge to their authority and a disruption of the fragile order they enforce. The DEC likely launches operations to capture or eliminate him, further complicating Faro’s own plans.
- Ronda Riy & Aunty Rita Faros (Shecon):
- Ronda and Rita’s involvement in Faro’s life means they are indirectly affected by the DEC. Ronda, living in Thundarr City, experiences the DEC’s heavy-handed presence daily. Rita, operating as Shecon in the forest, may have her own run-ins with DEC patrols seeking to expand their reach into rural areas.
- The Soilmen Rebellion:
- In regions like Thundarr Forest or Thundarr Desert, soilmen rebels actively resist DEC control. This rebellion might align with Falcon’s own goals at times, leading to uneasy alliances or confrontations between them.
