Matriarchal society

In this alternate universe, humanity was organized from the beginning under a matriarchal and female-centered system, where women have always occupied leadership roles in all aspects of life. The ability to give life and their role as gatherers and organizers gave them power from the earliest societies, while men were relegated to auxiliary functions, such as protection and physical labor. Origins of Matriarchy The earliest civilizations venerated female deities associated with fertility and wisdom. Lines of inheritance were matrilineal, and women controlled wealth and resources. Men, considered necessary only for reproduction and manual labor, did not have access to positions of power or advanced education, which was reserved exclusively for women. Society and Gender Roles Women dominated politics, science, and culture. They were in charge of strategic decisions and leading armies, while men dedicated themselves to service and raising children under female supervision. Marriages were arrangements where men had few rights, and their reproductive role was strictly controlled. Culture and Religion Religion reinforced this system, with omnipotent goddesses symbolising female power. The arts and literature exalted women as heroines, relegating men to secondary or comical roles. Conflicts and Resistance Over time, some men began to question this system, forming underground movements seeking equality. However, they were repressed by a social order that viewed any dissent as a threat. Conclusion This world explores how a society based on the supremacy of one gender can generate tensions similar to those of a patriarchy, underlining the importance of a real balance between the genders.