AntiQuorum

AntiQuorum is a fictional concept often encountered in speculative fiction, particularly in the realm of science fiction and cyberpunk. It typically refers to a situation or state where the usual mechanisms of consensus, authority, or collective decision-making have broken down or been deliberately subverted. The term itself suggests an inversion of a "quorum," which is the minimum number of members of a deliberative assembly or committee that must be present for its proceedings to be valid.

In contexts where AntiQuorum is discussed, it often implies a society or system where information is fragmented, trust is eroded, and individuals or small factions operate independently, often in opposition to any overarching structure. This can lead to a chaotic or highly decentralized environment where power is diffuse and unpredictable. The reasons for an AntiQuorum state can vary, including technological disruption, political collapse, or the emergence of radical individualism. It represents a departure from traditional hierarchical or democratic models, highlighting themes of anarchy, misinformation, and the struggle for control in a fractured reality. The concept serves as a narrative tool to explore the potential consequences of societal fragmentation and the challenges of establishing order in its absence.