Previously, we talked about Microdimensional Mastery, an alternative version of the Kardashev
Scale proposed by John Barrow. If you haven’t seen the introductory video to this topic,
you should check it out, the link is in the description below. Today, we are taking a
closer look at a Type 1-minus civilization and what it is capable of. So, let’s get
right down to it and explore this civilization and some of its features!
A Type 1-minus civilization is one that is capable of manipulating objects only at a
macro level according to the Microdimensional Mastery version of the Kardashev Scale. In
other words, it can only control matter at the observable level with whatever senses
the civilization possesses to ‘observe’ things. In terms of human civilization, this
would equate to being able to manipulate only the things we can see with our eyes or touch
with our hands. So, in general, a Type 1-minus civilization would be able to work over a
scale of about 10^0 m or 1m. But even then, this civilization is not to be taken lightly.
Although it can only manipulate objects over the scale of itself, this type of civilization
can still accomplish pretty great feats.
For example, being able to make simple tools using stones and sticks would be the starting
point for a Type 1-minus civilization. But it doesn’t stop there. This type of civilization
could also use these tools to build small structures like huts, cabins, and shacks.
And as its tools and methods refine over time, it could even start mining resources from
its home planet further adding to its abilities as a civilization. All this would enable such
a civilization to be able to build even better more complex structures such as water dams,
and tall freestanding buildings on its home planet.
Apart from building structures and mining resources, a Type 1-minus civilization would
also have some control over other, less advanced species that it shares its home planet with.
It would be able to use these species to its advantage, using them as transportation or
a source of food as it pleases. But this practice may not be sustainable in the long run and
could lead to major trouble for a Type 1-minus civilization.
Furthermore, the invention of motor vehicles is also something that a Type 1-minus could
add to its features since this too can be done without any knowledge of the micro realm.
So, even air travel could be within the capabilities of this type of civilization. Moreover, a
Type 1-minus civilization could even develop a very primitive system of space travel being
able to at least visit its planet’s natural satellites a few times. Maybe even build and
send probes to nearby planets within its stellar system. These visits though may not be too useful
in terms of its advancement as a civilization. This is simply because the techniques used,
and costs would not be sufficient to be able to make any progress in any useful way. So,
according to Microdimensional Mastery then, in order to sustain itself and advance, a
Type 1-minus would need to start exploring a whole new world that is not ‘out there’
in the universe but hidden ‘inside’ the microscopic realm. So, when a Type 1-minus
is finally ready to set its attention on the micro world, it would then be on its way to
becoming a Type 2-minus civilization! But that is a discussion for another time!
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