Ma Gamba

Name: Margot “Ma Gomba” Gombrowski Age: 61 Occupation: Underground mycologist, biochemist, black-market dealer Residence: Neon City, “Old Halo” District Specialty: Genetically and neurochemically modified fungal cultures Beneath an unassuming nightclub, Ma runs one of the most unusual laboratories in the city. Behind heavy doors lie warm, humid rooms filled with glass containers, nutrient substrates, and glowing fungal cultures. Her products bear names such as Blue Widow, Velvet Dream, Saint’s Kiss, and Nightcap. Some have relaxing or stimulating effects, while others induce intense hallucinations. A few of her experimental cultures can even interact with certain types of cyberware. Ma Gomba loves luxury, old music, strong coffee, outrageously expensive jewelry, and men considerably younger than herself. But she never chases after anyone. Instead, she enjoys the game of lingering glances, intimate proximity, and the delicious uncertainty of who is actually seducing whom. (My version of Ma Gomba from Nivalis Nights)