Economy

Citadel Nine operates on a completely closed economy. Real-world money has no value here; currency cannot be purchased or cashed out. Everything a player desires must be earned through their actions within the city.

The economy is built on two interconnected pillars that reward both direct action and social influence:

• Lumens (L): The City's Currency. This is the primary medium of exchange used for all goods and services.
• Hype: The Social Currency. This is a metric of a player's popularity and entertainment value, generated exclusively through Streaming & Chat Culture.

While tasks provide a steady income, the city's highest earners are often those who have mastered being the center of attention.