fiyattan
Fiyattan is a fictional sociocultural concept used in worldbuilding and speculative fiction to describe a community-based system of mutual aid and risk sharing. Within its imagined setting, fiyattan refers to organized, voluntary networks that pool resources, coordinate labor, and provide a safety net for members during periods of scarcity or hardship.
Etymology and origins: the term is drawn from the fictional language of the archipelago of Saryn, combining
Structure and governance: governance is typically based on consensus and shared norms, with a rotating leadership
Functions and impact: fiyattan networks mitigate environmental and economic volatility by pooling risk and resources, enabling
Reception in fiction: in narratives, fiyattan serves as a touchstone for themes of solidarity, trust, and governance,