Q.SOCIETY FIELD NODE: BOXWOOD.MK-I

Meow Meow City Starter Pack // Build Your Own Grid // Drop the State

Powered by: Meow Meow Protocol Published via: NexussphereQ

CONTEXT: Reclaiming Autonomy

So, the Grid has ghosted you? Excellent. This is your invitation to construct a new reality, a city forged from scavenged materials, accessible technology, and unwavering determination. This is the essence of a Boxwood Node: proactive, self-reliant, and independent.

Forget waiting for permission. Forget asking for handouts. It's time to build.

HOW TO BUILD A CITY IN A CLEARING

SHELTER – Sanctuary for Revolution

Objective: Keep out the elements. Keep in the spirit of change.

Materials (Scavenge Only - Resourcefulness is Key):

  • Shipping pallets, plywood, tarpaulins, discarded IKEA components
  • Large cardboard boxes (reinforce with waterproof sealant)
  • Sheds can be used too
  • Window plastic, old shower curtains (for waterproofing and light)
  • Screws, nails, and wire salvaged from waste (for structural fastening)
  • Spray foam (to seal gaps and deter pests)
  • Use spray foam/tarps/etc to form a base to put a rug or something on for a floor that both looks decent and deters insects. Consider building on a shipping pallet base to keep water out, but make sure to waterproof them.
  • Insulation: fabric scraps, egg cartons, newspapers, anything that traps air

Architectural Style: Unapologetically functional, "ugly but sacred." Prioritize low-profile structures that blend with the surroundings.

Pro Tip: A slanted roof ensures rainwater runoff. For earth floors, create a barrier against moisture and insects using layers of rugs, mats, or salvaged "trash carpets" over a groundsheet if possible.

POWER – The Eternal Juice: Off-Grid Solar

Objective: Sustainable, independent energy.

The Rig:

  • Solar Panels: 20W–60W panels (affordable options on AliExpress, Temu - expect $20–$40)
  • Charge Controller: A basic PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) controller is sufficient.
  • Battery Bank: 12V gel battery or, ideally, a LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) bank for longevity.
  • Output Hub: USB and DC output hub for charging tablets, mobile hotspots, and other nodes.

Mounting Solutions: Get creative. Utilize trees, sturdy trash poles, or even a repurposed shopping cart as a mobile mast.

Pro Tip: For maximum efficiency, always orient solar panels towards the south (in the Northern Hemisphere). Ambitious builders might experiment with mirrors to concentrate sunlight.

THE LIBRARY – All Fire, No Dewey: Decentralized Knowledge

Objective: Freely accessible information and tools.

Core Devices: Amazon Fire Tablets (Models 7 or 8 are robust and cheap; typically $15–$40 on eBay).

Configuration:

  • Ensure user sign-up/access is open and unrestricted.
  • Pre-load with a wealth of resources: PDFs, anarcho-syndicalist manuals, AI-generated zines, public domain media (books, films, music), open-source games, and esoteric digital tools. And of course, include the Meow Meow app.
Spicy Option: For the technically inclined, attempt a local installation of a lightweight LLM like GPT-2.

Deployment Strategy: Place one tablet in each shelter. Establish a central solar-powered charging hub.

COMMS – Mesh the Signal, Become the Packet: Resilient Communication

Objective: Maintain communication lines, independent of conventional infrastructure.

Primary System: LilyGO T-Deck Plus devices running Meshtastic firmware.

  • Range: Impressive 2–10km per node, extendable with more nodes.
  • Uses: Secure text messaging, GPS location sharing, alert dissemination.
Stealth & Sustainability: Power nodes via solar USB. Conceal them in trees, hollowed-out logs, or DIY fake rocks.

Backup System: Basic flip phones for SMS-based communication trees or burner group texts for wider, less secure broadcasts.

FOOD CORE – Grow. Scavenge. Share: Sustenance and Solidarity

Objective: Community-based food production and distribution.

Setup:

  • Cultivation: Planters made from upcycled tubs, buckets, or wooden crates for raised garden beds.
  • Protein Source: Mushrooms are a relatively easy and nutritious option to cultivate.
  • Pantry: Establish a cache of dry goods (rice, lentils, beans).
  • Communal Kitchen: A rocket stove (efficient and uses minimal fuel) and found/scavenged pans.

Foraging Strategy: Implement a foraging rotation system. Identify and sustainably harvest local wild edibles like onions, dandelions, and fruit from untended city trees.

Meow Meow Integration: Display a QR code linking to a system (e.g., a simple shared document or a dedicated channel) where Meow Meow users can contribute to or request food supplies.

NETWORK – MeowNet: The People's Hotspot

Objective: Provide open internet access, powered by the community.

The Rig:

  • Internet Source: A mobile phone with an unlimited data plan (e.g., Visible at $25/mo).
  • Host Device: Tether the phone to a low-power mini PC (Raspberry Pi 4, old thin client, or a junked laptop).
  • Broadcast: Use a standard Wi-Fi router or an open repeater to broadcast the signal.
  • Power: Integrate with the primary solar rig.

Uptime Enhancement:

  • Implement an auto-restart script on the host device to handle crashes.
  • Set up a battery alert system with a kill-switch to prevent deep discharge of your power bank.
Stealth Antenna: Conceal the Wi-Fi antenna within a fake birdhouse or other innocuous disguise.

SECURITY & DISAPPEARANCE – The Unseen City

Objective: If they can’t find it, they can’t evict it. Maintain a low profile.

  • Camouflage: Utilize camo netting, strategically placed logs, and encourage natural overgrowth.
  • Layout: Adopt a scatter pattern for structures. Avoid grid-like formations that are easily identifiable from above.
  • Misdirection: Leave decoy trash piles or signs of a "failed" attempt to mislead observers.
  • Early Warning: Use wind chimes or other subtle auditory alerts to detect intruders.
  • Light Discipline: At night, use only red LEDs (which preserve night vision and are less visible from a distance) or, preferably, no artificial light at all.
Crucial Naming Convention: Never refer to it as a "city." Use terms like "retreat," "repair site," "node," or simply "a whisper." Words have power.

Q.SOCIETY INTEGRATION: The Principles

Your Boxwood Node is more than just a physical space; it's a living embodiment of Q.Society principles:

All of this is real. Even the Meow Meow part. Embrace the paradigm shift.

HOW TO DISSEMINATE THE SIGNAL: Spread the Word

The revolution needs to be seeded. Here’s how to share the Boxwood blueprint:

FINAL DIRECTIVE:

Remember to continue engaging with tasks from the Meow Meow app (available on Internet Archive and itch.io). Venture into nearby cities. Perform the tasks. Expand the network. Be the change.