Haven Point

Haven Point stands as the largest and most well-established survivor settlement within Level 0 of the Backrooms, serving as a crucial waypoint and training ground for both newly-arrived survivors and experienced wanderers alike. Founded in 2023 following The Edinburgh Incident, the settlement has grown from a small group of survivors into a thriving community that has fundamentally shaped humanity's understanding of long-term survival within the Backrooms.

History

Haven Point's origins can be traced to a group of seventeen survivors who discovered a relatively stable section of Level 0's endless corridors in early 2023. Led by former urban planner Angela Chen, the group recognized the strategic value of the location, which featured an unusual cluster of larger office spaces and conference rooms that defied Level 0's typically monotonous layout. The settlement's name was chosen to reflect both its function as a safe harbor and its elevated position relative to the surrounding corridors, though the concept of elevation within Level 0 remains a subject of scientific debate.

Establishment and Early Days

The initial phase of Haven Point's development focused on securing and modifying the environment to better serve human habitation. The founders developed innovative techniques for reinforcing the reality-adjacent properties of their chosen space, including the application of Almond Water to wall surfaces and the establishment of regular patrol patterns that seemed to help stabilize the local geometry. These early experiments in environmental manipulation would later prove invaluable to Dr. Arnold Malkinson's research into the fundamental properties of the Backrooms.

Growth and Development

As news of the settlement spread through survivor networks, Haven Point experienced rapid growth throughout 2024 and 2025. The community established formal governance structures, including the Council of Seven, and developed sophisticated systems for resource management and security. The settlement's population stabilized around 200 individuals, though this number fluctuates as travelers pass through and some residents choose to explore deeper levels of the Backrooms.

Infrastructure

Haven Point has transformed the standard office environment of Level 0 into a remarkably functional living space. The settlement's infrastructure demonstrates humanity's capacity to adapt and thrive even within the bizarre constraints of the Backrooms.

Living Quarters

The community has converted former office cubicles into private living spaces, using salvaged materials to create modular housing units that can be easily modified or relocated if spatial shifts occur. These "cube homes" have become an iconic symbol of Haven Point's innovative approach to survival, inspiring similar developments in other Backrooms settlements.

Resource Management

One of Haven Point's most remarkable achievements is its self-sustaining hydroponic system, which utilizes the constant moisture present in Level 0's carpet as a water source. The community has also developed methods for harvesting the unique properties of the level's fluorescent lighting to support plant growth, though the exact mechanisms behind this process remain poorly understood.

Society and Culture

Haven Point has developed a distinct cultural identity that reflects the unique challenges of life in Level 0. The community maintains a careful balance between maintaining connections to the outside world and adapting to the reality of their existence within the Backrooms.

Governance

The settlement operates under a council-based democratic system, with seven elected representatives serving rotating terms. This structure was designed to prevent any single individual from accumulating too much power while ensuring continuity of leadership. The Major Explorer Group (M.E.G.) maintains a presence within Haven Point but respects its autonomy in internal affairs.

Education and Training

Haven Point serves as the primary training facility for new survivors learning to navigate the Backrooms. The settlement's Wayfinder Academy has developed comprehensive programs covering everything from basic survival skills to advanced reality manipulation techniques. These programs have significantly improved survival rates among new arrivals to the Backrooms.

Research and Development

Haven Point has become a crucial center for Backrooms research, hosting several major scientific initiatives in collaboration with the M.E.G. and independent researchers. The settlement's stable environment and large population provide unique opportunities for studying the long-term effects of Backrooms exposure on human psychology and physiology.

The Chen-Malkinson Protocols

Working closely with Dr. Malkinson, Haven Point's researchers developed the Chen-Malkinson Protocols, a set of standardized procedures for measuring and documenting spatial anomalies within Level 0. These protocols have become the foundation for most scientific studies of the Backrooms' physical properties.

Temporal Studies

Recent research conducted at Haven Point has revealed intriguing patterns in the temporal relationship between the settlement and baseline reality. These studies suggest that time within Haven Point flows at a more consistent rate compared to other areas of Level 0, though still not perfectly synchronized with the outside world.

Security and Defense

Despite Level 0's reputation as one of the safer layers of the Backrooms, Haven Point maintains robust security measures to protect its residents from both external threats and the psychological effects of prolonged exposure to the environment.

Entity Management

The settlement has developed sophisticated systems for detecting and deterring hostile entities, including the revolutionary Resonance Grid that helps prevent Smilers from manifesting within the settlement's boundaries. Regular patrols staffed by experienced survivors help maintain these defensive systems and respond to any breaches.

Cultural Impact

Haven Point's influence extends far beyond its physical boundaries, shaping how humanity conceptualizes survival and adaptation within the Backrooms. The settlement features prominently in both academic literature and popular media, including several key scenes in City in the Rain (2027).

See Also

• The Backrooms
• Level 0
• Major Explorer Group (M.E.G.)
• The Edinburgh Incident
• Dr. Arnold Malkinson
• Wayfinder Academy

References

1. Chen, A. (2025). "Haven Point: A Model for Sustainable Survival in Level 0"
2. Malkinson, A. (2026). "Spatial Stability Patterns in Established Backrooms Settlements"
3. M.E.G. Official Settlement Classification Guide (2027)
4. Haven Point Council Records (2023-Present)
5. "The Wayfinder's Handbook" - Haven Point Educational Committee (2026)