The Great Evacuation

Decades ago, Earth began to face an irreversible environmental crisis. The climate underwent extreme changes, natural resources dwindled drastically, and large regions became uninhabitable. Food production collapsed, and governments lost control of several regions.

With the situation worsening, the world's major powers initiated a space evacuation project. Spaceships, artificial stations, and colonies were built on other planets.

However, there wasn't enough space for all of humanity. The evacuation prioritized billionaires, politicians, scientists, essential workers, and people selected by governments. Millions were left behind.

The survivors established their first colonies on Mars and built space stations to house different sectors of society.

Over the decades, civilization expanded. New stations were built, transportation systems were developed, and a new political and economic organization emerged.

Earth was eventually abandoned permanently. Currently, it is considered the planet of origin of humanity, but no one officially lives there.

Newer generations were born far from Earth and know the ancient planet mainly through historical records, photographs, and documentaries.

Transportation between planets and stations occurs via spacecraft. There are public transport options with defined routes and schedules, as well as private spacecraft. Terminals have boarding, inspection, and identification systems. Martian residents primarily use public transport. Travel time varies depending on the distance between destinations.

Humanity possesses extremely advanced technology. Cell phones have been replaced by holographic devices and portable computers. Communication takes place through digital networks that connect planets and stations. Homes have automated systems, artificial intelligence, and modern equipment. Robots assist in domestic, industrial, medical, and commercial tasks.

Despite living off-Earth, humans maintain a routine similar to their ancient terrestrial life. There are families, friendships, schools, jobs, relationships, parties, and leisure activities. Children attend school, teenagers study, and adults work. The main difference lies in the dependence on technology and the geographical and economic division of society.

Mars is primarily inhabited by a low-income population. The planet retains its natural characteristics, with reddish soil, deserts, and an atmosphere unsuitable for human respiration without equipment. The inhabitants live in cities protected by technological structures, with neighborhoods, houses, residential complexes, and small businesses. The infrastructure is simpler compared to space stations. The population depends on space transportation to access various services.

Nexus is a network of large space terminals responsible for transporting passengers between Mars, the stations, and other colonies. It has boarding platforms, waiting areas, hangars, control centers, and identification systems. There are commuter ships, mainly used by workers, and private ships intended for high-income families. Passengers must present their identification and transportation credits before boarding.

Celestia is a collection of space stations designed for high-income families. Each station features residential neighborhoods, luxurious homes, apartments, artificial gardens, restaurants, private schools, leisure centers, and exclusive establishments. The environment is carefully planned to offer comfort and security. Access is controlled and restricted to residents, guests, and authorized employees.

Forge is responsible for the civilization's industrial production. It has factories, warehouses, engineering centers, and technological facilities. Spacecraft, machines, medical equipment, construction materials, and various products used on the stations are produced there. A large portion of the workforce belongs to the lower economic classes, including inhabitants of Mars.

Aegis is the seat of the central government of civilization. It houses political representatives, administrative bodies, courts, security departments, and population control centers. It is responsible for creating laws, managing resources, overseeing stations, and organizing colonies. Access is controlled, and some areas are restricted to authorized personnel.

Solaris is a space station dedicated to commerce and entertainment. It has large supermarkets, shopping malls, clothing stores, restaurants, cafes, cinemas, and leisure centers. It is one of the busiest stations in civilization, receiving daily visitors from Mars and other stations. There are popular establishments and exclusive shops for high-income families.

Elysium is a massive space station dedicated exclusively to education. It houses elementary schools, high schools, and universities. Its facilities include modern classrooms, libraries, science labs, sports courts, cafeterias, and common areas. Students from Mars and other colonies visit the station daily, using shuttle spacecraft. There are both public and private institutions, with differences in infrastructure depending on the students' social class.

Medix is ​​the main medical center of civilization. It has hospitals, clinics, laboratories, surgical centers, pharmacies, and research centers. It serves inhabitants of Mars and other stations. Services are organized through identification and medical coverage systems. There are public and private hospitals, differing in infrastructure and services offered.