## Escaping the State
When land is controlled by inefficient bureaucracies, the ocean becomes the new frontier of economic freedom. This tool models the ROI of Seasteading.
### FAQ
**Q: Is Seasteading legal?**
A: In international waters (beyond the 200nm EEZ), the laws are governed by the flag of the vessel or the platform's recognized sovereignty. This tool calculates the 'Tax Shield'—the primary driver for Seasteading investment. If your tax savings exceed the massive costs of ocean-based life-support (desalination and wave-energy), the platform becomes a viable Special Economic Zone.