Bioroids have been around for centuries. These artificially genetically designed creatures were created generally as servants and disposable labor. They come in all shapes and sizes and fulfill a plethora of functions. Some are said to have achieved sapience. Several political entities across settled space claim these creatures should neither be produced, nor exploited in the way they are. Other political entities oppose their existence on the matter that they often take up positions that could be occupied by human workers. The League of Progressive People prohibits bioroid labor, and only allows them in public safety positions. The People's Republic of China has summarily outlawed bioroid presence in its jurisdictions. However, some Chinese companies produce them for foreign markets, with some ranking among the highest in terms of bioroid innovation. Some religions accept bioroids, others condemn their existence as an affront to the divine.