a sci-fi noir

Memory decay syndrome ‘The Fade’ is widespread.
 
Users jack directly into their terminals.
The distinction between memory and data blurs.

The ability to manipulate this data becomes
highly valued...and illegal.

“I give easement and rest now to thee, dear man. Come not down the lanes or in our meadows.
And for thy peace, I pawn my own soul.” Sin Eater’s lament, traditional c.1800