Jaotus
Jaotus is a term used in worldbuilding to describe a traditional system of communal resource sharing and participatory governance observed in several fictional cultures. At its core, Jaotus combines shared possession of essential goods with decision-making by consensus, aiming to balance collective needs with opportunities and to prevent hoarding by a privileged minority.
The term is said to originate in a constructed language created for the Jaotarian peoples of a
Practically, Jaotus operates through regular assemblies where all adult members vote on resource allocations. A rotating
Historically, Jaotus emerged in response to recurring shortages and external threats. Over time it evolved into
In contemporary fiction, Jaotus is used to explore themes of equity, collective action, and the tension between