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+=== Races | Culture ===
 ====== FEDERAL ENCYCLOPEDIA ======
+{{ :federal_encyclopedia.png?200|}}
 ===== Overview =====
+The Federal Encyclopedia is the cornerstone reference work of the [[federal_confederation|Federal Confederation]], first published in 2634 under the supervision of the [[federal_council|Federal Council]] and written primarily by [[gaia_system|GAIA]]. It consolidates historical, scientific, social, and technological knowledge into a single curated work, reflecting the values of sustainability, education, and collective identity central to [[communardism|Communardism]].
-The Federal Encyclopedia is a cornerstone reference work within the [[federal_confederation|Federal Confederation]], published under the supervision of the [[federal_council|Federal Council]] and written by the artificial intelligence [[gaia_system|GAIA]]. This monumental collection of knowledge reflects the principles and priorities of the Federal Confederation by compiling what the Federal Council considers essential historical, scientific, and social information. The Federal Encyclopedia is distributed across all [[federal_library|Federal Libraries]], serving as an authoritative resource for education and research.
+Replacing the abolished “Web,” the Encyclopedia ensures knowledge remains accessible in a low-energy, paper-based format. It is published and distributed under the oversight of the [[federal_news_agency|Federal News Agency]] and is available in the reference sections of all [[federal_library|Federal Libraries]].
-===== Content and Structure =====
+===== History =====
+The Federal Encyclopedia was introduced alongside the founding of the [[federal_library_of_new_kourou|Federal Library of New Kourou]] in 2634 as part of the cultural reconstruction following the [[great_war|Great War]].
-The Federal Encyclopedia is divided into multiple volumes, each focusing on a specific area of knowledge deemed critical by the Federal Council.
+Its creation symbolized the transition from decentralized, energy-intensive digital media toward sustainable, centralized knowledge curation. Since then, updated editions have been printed at the [[federal_printing_building|Federal News Building in New Kourou]] and distributed across all major settlements.
-==== Historical Knowledge: ====
+===== Content and Structure =====
+The Encyclopedia is divided into multi-volume sets:
-  * **Pre-2421 Earth History:** Key milestones in human development, cultural achievements, and major geopolitical events.
+  * **Historical Knowledge** — Pre-2421 [[the_earth|Earth]] history, the voyage of the [[last_frontier|Last Frontier]], the Great War, and the founding of the Confederation.
-  * **Post-Launch History:** The journey of the spacecraft Last Frontier, the [[great_war|Great War]], and the establishment of the Federal Confederation.
+  * **Scientific Knowledge** — Core physics, biology, and chemistry; planetary research on [[the_planet_voi_700_d|VOI 700 D]]; GAIA-authored studies on [[the_natives_tribes_of_voi_700_d|Native Tribes]].
+  * **Social Knowledge** — [[communardism|Communardism]], governance structures, ExoHuman sociology and traditions.
+  * **Technological Knowledge** — Engineering principles and renewable energy systems critical to survival and sustainability.
-==== Scientific Knowledge: ====
+===== Look and Feel =====
+Inside Federal Libraries, the Encyclopedia occupies a prominent place in the reference rooms. Bound in thick, resource-efficient covers, the volumes are heavy and uniform in appearance, stamped with the seal of the Confederation. The scent of ink and paper, the quiet rustle of pages, and the steady presence of clerks and students give the work an air of solemn authority. Citizens approach it not just as a book, but as a symbol of collective knowledge and shared destiny.
-  * **Fundamental Principles:** Core sciences, including physics, biology, and chemistry, essential for ExoHuman survival and advancement.
+===== Personnel and Organization =====
-  * **Planetary Research:** Information on [[the_planet_voi_700_d|VOI 700 D]], its ecosystem, and studies of Native Tribes' environmental adaptations.
+Publication is overseen by a four-member Federal Encyclopedia Editorial Team, housed in the Federal News Agency:
+  * Two delegates of the [[communards|Communard Government]] (representing the Federal Council).
+  * The Chief Editor of the [[the_weekly_gazette|Weekly Gazette]].
+  * The Dean of the [[danah_wanah_university_of_new_kourou|Danah Wanah University]].
-==== Social Knowledge: ====
+Together with GAIA’s drafting, this team approves final text, ensures alignment with Council priorities, and manages print runs.
-  * **Federal Confederation Systems**: Detailed explanations of [[communardism|Communardism]], governance structures, and legal frameworks.
+===== Public Access, Availability and Rules =====
-  * **ExoHuman Sociology:** Cultural practices, traditions, and the evolution of [[the_humans|ExoHuman]] society.
-==== Technological Knowledge: ====
+  * **Access:** Copies available in the reference sections of all Federal Libraries.
+  * **Borrowing:** Not lendable; must be consulted on-site.
+  * **Circulation:** Average of 20 copies per library, distributed across reading halls and research rooms.
+  * **Updates:** New editions are printed irregularly as required by the Federal Council.
-  * **Engineering Principles:** Focused on technologies critical for settlement sustainability.
+===== Significance =====
-  * **Renewable Energy:** Comprehensive entries on solar, geothermal, and wind energy systems.
+The Encyclopedia serves as:
+  * **Educational Resource:** Foundation for schooling and academic research.
-===== Significance and Purpose =====
+  * **Preservation of Knowledge:** Safeguards history, science, and cultural memory.
+  * **Cultural Cohesion:** Promotes a unified understanding of ExoHuman history and values.
-The Federal Encyclopedia fulfills several critical roles within the Federal Confederation:
-  * **Educational Resource:** It provides a foundational learning tool for students and researchers in the Federal Libraries.
-  * **Preservation of Knowledge:** By compiling information curated by the Federal Council, it ensures that vital knowledge is preserved for future generations.
-  * **Cultural Cohesion:** The Encyclopedia promotes a unified understanding of history and values, fostering a sense of shared identity among ExoHumans.
 ===== Criticism =====
+The [[individualists|Individualist Party]] frequently criticize the Encyclopedia as biased and restrictive:
+  * **Bias:** Claim that it favors Communard ideology and excludes dissenting perspectives.
+  * **Censorship:** Argue that it omits controversial histories and alternative philosophies.
-The Federal Encyclopedia has faced criticism from the [[individualists|Individualist Party]] and other dissenting voices, who argue that its content reflects a biased interpretation of knowledge.
+**Quotes: **
-**Individualist Concerns:**
+  * //“The Federal Encyclopedia isn’t a resource; it’s a tool for Communard indoctrination.”// — [[sam_darkansaw|Jamal Johanson]], Leader of the Individualist Party.
+  * //“It’s ironic that the Encyclopedia claims to preserve knowledge while discarding freedom of thought.”// — [[tony_forster|Thabo “Tony” Forster]], [[mayors|Mayor]] of [[firetown|Firetown]].
-  * **Bias:** Critics claim the selection process excludes alternative perspectives, favoring Communard ideology.
-  * **Censorship:** The Federal Encyclopedia excludes material not aligned with the Federal Council’s values.
-**Notable Quotes:**
-  * //“The Federal Encyclopedia isn’t a resource; it’s a tool for Communard indoctrination.”// – J[[sam_darkansaw|amal Johanson]], Leader of the Individualist Party.
-  * “It’s ironic that the Encyclopedia claims to preserve knowledge while discarding freedom of thought.” – [[tony_forster|Thabo “Tony” Forster]], [[mayors|Mayor]] of [[firetown|Firetown]].
-===== Accessibility and Availability =====
-Copies of the Federal Encyclopedia are available in the reference sections of all Federal Libraries. Citizens can study it on-site or lend it, but copies are not available for personal ownership, aligning with the Federal Confederation’s resource allocation policies.
 ===== Tactical Advice for Dungeon Masters =====
+  * **The Suppressed Entry:** PCs discover an annotated volume hinting at censored history, sparking investigation.
+  * **Theft or Sabotage:** PCs must stop saboteurs seeking to destroy or alter volumes of the Encyclopedia.
-The Federal Encyclopedia can serve as a valuable plot device in tabletop RPG settings:
+===== Related Pages and Further Information =====
+  * [[federal_library|Federal Library System]]
-**Quest Hooks:**
+  * [[federal_longlist|Federal Longlist]]
+  * [[federal_news_agency|Federal News Agency]]
-  * **Lost Knowledge:** Players might uncover a volume of the Federal Encyclopedia with hidden annotations revealing suppressed information.
+  * [[danah_wanah_university_of_new_kourou|Danah Wanah University]]
-  * **Theft or Sabotage:** A faction seeking to disrupt Communard control may target Federal Libraries to destroy or steal specific volumes.
+  * [[gaia_system|GAIA]]
+  * [[communardism|Communardism]]
-**Research Opportunities:**
+  * [[human_media_and_communication_technologies_in_the_gamma_age|ExoHuman Media in the Gamma Age]]
+  * [[the_earth|Earth]]
-  * **Mystery Solving:** Players can use the Encyclopedia to uncover critical clues about historical events, scientific anomalies, or societal tensions.
-  * **Hidden Insights:** The Encyclopedia might contain cryptic entries written by GAIA, offering subtle commentary on the Federal Confederation.
-**Cultural and Political Tensions:**
-  * **Debates and Dissent:** Characters aligned with the Individualist Party could challenge the Encyclopedia’s content, sparking ideological debates or conflicts.
-  * **Native Perspectives:** [[the_natives_tribes_of_voi_700_d|Native Tribes]] might question or reject the Encyclopedia’s portrayal of their culture and history, providing opportunities for diplomacy or tension.