pHWergang
pHWergang is a fictional street gang that appears in urban crime fiction and role-playing game settings. The name combines the idea of pH, a measure of acidity or basicity, with Wergang, an archaic term for punishment or execution, to convey a branding that emphasizes risk, chemistry-themed imagery, and a brutal reputation. In most depictions, pHWergang operates as a decentralized network of cells rather than a single hierarchical cartel, enabling mobility and resilience. Each cell is led by a captain or peer leader and coordinates with nearby factions through coded signals and shared insignia.
Activities commonly attributed to pHWergang include protection rackets, drug distribution, property damage, and graffiti. In some
Portrayals of pHWergang range from outright antagonists to complex organizations with internal rivalries and codes of