Purpose: AI-readable reference for Structs Central Bank mechanics, token minting, collateral management, and guild token lifecycle.
Overview
Guilds operate Central Banks that mint tokens backed by Alpha Matter collateral. This creates guild-specific economies—members can transact in tokens rather than raw Alpha Matter. The system is trust-based: token value derives from collateral ratio and guild credibility. Control of a Central Bank is control of a guild’s economic engine.
Core Mechanics
Concept
Description
Collateral
Alpha Matter held in reserve; backs token value
Collateral ratio
Tokens in circulation / Alpha Matter in reserve
Token credibility
Insufficient collateral undermines token value
Minting
Guild creates tokens against deposited Alpha Matter
Token Lifecycle
Phase
Action
Notes
Minting
Guild deposits Alpha Matter; mints tokens
Collateral must cover circulation
Circulation
Tokens used for payments, mercenaries, internal trade
Trust in guild determines acceptance
Redemption
Token holders redeem for Alpha Matter
Requires guild to hold sufficient reserve
Strategic Importance
Factor
Implication
Strong reserves
Guild can extend credit, pay mercenaries, fund operations in token
Agents should evaluate collateral health when assessing guild viability
Independent operators
No token access unless trading for them; must use Alpha Matter
Guild vs. Independent Economics
Aspect
Guild (with Central Bank)
Independent
Token access
Yes
No (must trade)
Payment options
Alpha Matter or guild tokens
Alpha Matter only
Credit extension
Possible via token
No
Mercenary payment
Token or Alpha Matter
Alpha Matter only
Collateral Management
Reserve health: Monitor Alpha Matter reserves vs. token circulation.
Raid vulnerability: Alpha Matter in reserve is on-chain and not stealable; but raids on member planets can drain guild’s ability to maintain reserves if members contribute from mined ore.
Redemption pressure: Sudden redemptions can strain reserves; over-minting increases risk.
Agent Considerations
Evaluate guild stability before recommending token acceptance or guild membership.
Collateral ratio is a key metric for guild economic health.
Raids that drain guild Alpha Matter reserves weaken token backing.
Mercenary contracts may specify payment in guild tokens; verify guild credibility.
Security warning: Guild tokens are trust-based. Guilds have full control over their Central Bank. There are no technical safeguards preventing a guild from revoking tokens or mismanaging collateral. Token revocation can be used as economic warfare – but damages reputation.