Deterrence Era (2208-2270)

Item from deaths-end by Liu Cixin

Sixty-two years of cold-war balance under Luo Ji's finger — and the moment it ends in a tea-house with a bow.

What They Know

• Began in 2208 with Luo Ji's successful proof of the Dark Forest theory
• Maintained for 62 years by the threat of broadcasting Trisolaris's coordinates
• Tree-city civilization, orbital ring habitats, peace economy
• Ended in 2270 within minutes of Cheng Xin's investiture as Swordholder

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