: Questioning what makes a soul if one's physical body and memories can be "photocopied."
The "Seroks" universe is explored through several collections and award-winning short stories: Seroks
The story is set in a gritty, high-tech future Manila where cloning and biological "reproduction" have become a tool of both industry and social control. : Questioning what makes a soul if one's
: Hontiveros has published multiple collections under this banner, expanding the lore of this Philippine cyberpunk setting. : A cornerstone short story by Hontiveros that
: In this universe, "seroksing" refers to the illicit or corporate-sanctioned cloning of people.
: A cornerstone short story by Hontiveros that won the prestigious Palanca Award in 2002. It provides a poignant look at the lives and perspectives of clones in this dystopian society.
: Elements of the Seroks world often intersect with Hontiveros' other works, such as Craving , Parman , and Takod , as well as his collaborations with other writers in anthologies like Alternative Alamat . Themes and Impact The "Seroks" stories serve as a sharp social commentary on: