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: Using clones as a metaphor for the "disposable" working class.

: 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.

: Hontiveros has published multiple collections under this banner, expanding the lore of this Philippine cyberpunk setting. Seroks

: Questioning what makes a soul if one's physical body and memories can be "photocopied."

: In this universe, "seroksing" refers to the illicit or corporate-sanctioned cloning of people. : Using clones as a metaphor for the

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.

: The stories often revolve around characters who are clones—"Seroks"—grappling with their identity, their lack of legal rights, and the existential dread of being a replaceable copy. Key Collections and Works : Hontiveros has published multiple collections under this

The "Seroks" universe is explored through several collections and award-winning short stories: