Refugee Liberation Organization
CharacterThe RLO campaigns for independence from the Japanese government on behalf of the millions still confined to refugee camps after World War IV. It presents itself as non-profit, though whispers of corruption trail the group.
Overview
In the wake of World War IV, Japan admitted close to three million refugees, drawn largely from the Peninsula and taken in on what was meant to be a temporary basis. That arrangement never ended, and the displaced population remained a lasting fixture of the country.
Role
The Refugee Liberation Organization, shortened to RLO, exists to win independence from the Japanese state for the vast number of people still held inside the camps. It puts itself forward as a non-profit cause, yet talk of graft has begun to circle the group, casting doubt on how cleanly it operates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Refugee Liberation Organization?
The Refugee Liberation Organization, or RLO, is an advocacy group in Ghost in the Shell that campaigns for independence from the Japanese government on behalf of the millions of refugees still confined to camps after World War IV.
Why are there so many refugees in Japan in Ghost in the Shell?
After World War IV, Japan took in close to three million refugees, mostly from the Peninsula, under an arrangement meant to be temporary that never actually ended.
Is the Refugee Liberation Organization considered legitimate?
The Refugee Liberation Organization presents itself as a non-profit cause, but rumors of corruption trail the group and cast doubt on how cleanly it actually operates.
What does RLO stand for?
RLO stands for Refugee Liberation Organization, the group in Ghost in the Shell that seeks independence from Japan for the camp-bound refugee population.
Who leads the Refugee Liberation Organization?
No individual leaders are identified for the Refugee Liberation Organization; it is portrayed solely as a movement acting on behalf of the camp population.
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