📌 Why This Matters

Most communities fail because they grow too fast.

Network states succeed because they grow slowly, with alignment, intent, and culture-first filtering.

X Town must scale like a selective civilization, not a “public community.”

🌱 Growth Philosophy

1. Grow small, grow sharp.
2. Culture > numbers.
3. Alignment > hype.
4. Contribution > membership.
5. Seasonal onboarding, not open doors.

🚪 The Gatekeeping Model (3-Layer Entry)

1. Alignment Check

Newcomer reads the Founding Declaration + Values + Constitution.

They must resonate with the ethos.

If not — they don’t enter.

2. Invite Chain

Only Stewards or high-trust Citizens can invite.

3. Trial Period (14–30 days)