Locations in New Kourou:

• FAC 1: SE Thoreau Road 3 (Public Services Ring)
• FAC 2: SW Thoreau Road 3 (Public Services Ring)
• FAC 3: NW Thoreau Road 3 (Public Services Ring)
• FAC 4: NE Thoreau Road 4 (Public Services Ring)

The Federal Allotment Centers (FACs) in New Kourou are essential distribution hubs where citizens can receive essential goods bases on their Allotment Cards. These centers are part of a larger network established by the Federal Allotment Agency (FAA), designed to meet the basic needs of citizens within the Exohuman Federal Confederation’s economic model, known as Communardism. Each center can serve up to 4,000 residents, ensuring efficient distribution across New Kourou’s community.

The four FACs in New Kourou opened on February 28, 2633, under the leadership of Supreme Councilor Aisha Patel and the Communard government. This was part of a larger shift from the money-based system of the Beta Age to the communal allotment system. Additional centers in Firetown, Hope, and Morningstar followed on January 1, 2634, as the system expanded to cover the entire ExoHuman settlements.

• Construction Material: Mycelium blocks, a sustainable material, mark a shift toward eco-friendly architecture in New Kourou. Although mycelium construction is the future goal for the settlement, current limitations in resources, time, and labor mean that only the Federal Council Building and the four Federal Allotment Centers are built from these blocks. This rarity makes the Allotment Centers visually distinct and symbolic of an envisioned, permanent ExoHuman presence on VOI 700 D.

• Distinctive Roof: Each Allotment Center features a leaf-shaped roof, representing nourishment and protection for the community, echoing the ethos of Communardism and emphasizing the centers as sources of sustenance.

• Vertical Gardens: The facades of the FACs in New Kourou are adorned with vertical gardens that produce fruits and vegetables. These gardens reinforce the commitment to sustainability and self-sufficiency, aligning with the values of the Communards and acting as both practical food sources and symbolic displays of sustainable living. In Firetown, due to harsh environmental conditions, these vertical gardens are absent, demonstrating the need for adaptable architecture across different locations.

The Allotment Centers serve as architectural landmarks in New Kourou, standing in striking contrast to the patchwork structures made from spaceship salvage. They represent an aspirational vision for the settlement’s future, signaling a lasting ExoHuman presence and a departure from the temporary structures that characterize much of New Kourou.

Exterior

• Security Checkpoint: Entry requires a valid Allotment Card, overseen by a Deputy of the Federal Sheriff for controlled access.
• Warehouse (non-public): Each FAC has a secure, two-story warehouse at the rear for storing goods. A manual freight elevator is used to move items to distribution areas efficiently.

Interior Layout | Ground Floor

• Reception and Information Desk: Provides citizens with information on the current distribution key and answers questions about Allotment Cards and Vouchers.
• Public Facilities: Equipped with three public toilets and washbasins.
• Grocery Section: Distributes weekly food baskets according to the annual distribution key. Two counters handle grocery distribution, with designated waiting areas to manage flow.
• Furniture Section: A separate area with its own exit for heavier items like furniture, allowing for easier transport.

Interior Layout | Second Floor

• Household Items Section: Offers cleaning supplies, household goods, and other necessities.
• Clothing Section: Provides the standard clothing set suitable for life in both the Habitual Belt and the Dark Side.
• Miscellaneous Goods Section: Distributes various other items, including tools and specialty goods, based on citizens’ distribution keys.
• Office of the Center Manager: Administers the FAC’s operations and coordinates with the FAA.
• Staff Facilities: A break room and lockers provide staff with a comfortable space to rest and secure their belongings.

Each FAC is operated by a team of nine staff members and supported by additional personnel for security and supply. The roles within each center are as follows:

• Center Manager: Oversees operations and serves as emergency contact.
• Center Receptionist: Manages the reception and waiting area.
• Distributors: Four employees manage the distribution counters for food and general goods.
• Warehouse Staff: Two employees handle goods reception, storage, and movement to distribution areas.
• Utility Staff: Responsible for cleaning and maintenance.
• Security: A Deputy of the Federal Sheriff monitors entry and ensures compliance with regulations.

The FAA works in coordination with the Federal Courier Service to ensure each FAC is regularly stocked and ready to meet the needs of the community.

• Closing Time Enforcement: Deputies of the Federal Sheriff monitor the FAC regularly.
• Analog Alert System: The building is equipped with an Analog Siren System to immediately notify the Federal Sheriff`s Office in the event of a safety threat.

The FACs in New Kourou can be dynamic settings within gameplay:

• Resource Management Scenarios: Players may be tasked with coordinating or managing goods distribution, providing insight into the logistical challenges of communal living.
• Encounters with Staff and Citizens: The centers offer interaction points with FAC staff and citizens, uncovering stories of daily life or even signs of tension or discontent.
• Security Assignments: As high-traffic locations, FACs are potential hotspots for security issues, such as protests or disputes over allotment discrepancies, allowing players to mediate or investigate.
• Covert Missions: The warehouses and controlled access areas present opportunities for players to undertake covert operations, whether for intelligence gathering or aiding citizens in dire need.

• Federal Allotment Center (general description)
• Federal Allotment Agency
• Federal Allotment Card
• Human Economic System in the Gamma Age
• Communardism