What's a Decker Handle?
In Shadowrun, a decker's handle is the name they use while physically connected to the Matrix via their cyberdeck. It’s a reflection of their hacking specialty—whether they're a code wizard, a stealth ghost, or a brute-force spike—and is crucial for both reputation and anonymity within the digital world.
Choosing a Handle for the Net
When selecting a handle for your Decker, consider:
- Does it incorporate technical terms like 'Buffer' or 'Payload'?
- Does it evoke a sense of stealth, speed, or destructive power?
- Should it include numbers or non-standard characters to make it look professional?
- Does it reflect your character's primary digital tactic (e.g., Payload Scrubber)?
- Will it strike fear into the heart of an opposing GOD agent?
Decker Handle FAQs
Here are answers to common questions about generating names for Shadowrun:
What is the difference between a runner handle and a decker handle?
A runner handle is a general alias used in the shadows; a decker handle is specifically the name they use for interaction and combat within the Matrix.
Are these names only for deckers?
While tailored for deckers, these handles also work perfectly for technomancers, AI, and any character whose main focus is the digital domain.
How do I make the handle sound more ominous?
Focus on names with words like 'Reaper,' 'Injector,' or 'Switch,' such as Oni Injector or Buffer Reaper.
How many can I generate?
Unlimited—click “Generate” repeatedly and copy or save your top picks.
What are good Decker Handles (Shadowrun)?
There's thousands of random Decker Handles (Shadowrun) in this generator. Here are some samples to start:
- Socketed Sprite
- Beacon Engineer
- Kill Switch-909
- Oni Injector
- Ghost Patcher
- Buffer Reaper
- Payload Scrubber
- Static Veil-02
- Payload Saint
- Remote Nonce
About the creator
All idea generators and writing tools on The Story Shack are carefully crafted by storyteller and developer Martin Hooijmans. During the day I work on tech solutions. In my free hours I love diving into stories, be it reading, writing, gaming, roleplaying, you name it, I probably enjoy it. The Story Shack is my way of giving back to the global storytelling community. It's a huge creative outlet where I love bringing my ideas to life. Thanks for coming by, and if you enjoyed this tool, make sure you check out a few more!
