Glossary

When it first happened, the phrase Catastrophe was commonly used to refer to the day of the nuclear exchange. Later, it became more common to use the term as referring to the entire time, from the nuclear bombings through the nuclear winter that ensued, killing almost all animal life forms on the surface.

The Charter is the basis upon which all residents of the Habitats and future generations have placed themselves. It guarantees equality and provides the rights and responsibilities of those who have signed it and agreed to live under its provisions. The Charter requires honesty and transparency from those who serve as representatives, leaders, and journalists and anyone who speaks or writes publicly.

An ancient concept that allowed access to information that would usually be forbidden to be known by the general population. Holding a clearance meant that a person had undergone a background investigation that verified a person’s honesty and ability to withstand ordinary pressure to reveal information.

From the beginning, community tasks have played a pivotal role as people began living in the habitats. These tasks, often overlooked by the more privileged in the past, were the backbone of our community. The requirement for every resident to participate fostered a sense of unity and served as a powerful symbol of equality.