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Yet, the very scale of a Type 3 civilization brings unique challenges; the risk of catastrophic misuse of galactic energy could destabilize entire systems, calling for a highly evolved ethical compass and profound mutual understanding across diverse life forms.
Type 4 Civilization: Control Over Universal Energy
A Type 4 civilization purportedly controls the energy of the universe, engaging with potential dark matter and dark energy, with the capacity to shape cosmic structures at will. The technology at this level would allow for reality engineering—creating and governing universes.