> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://ark-defai.gitbook.io/ark/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://ark-defai.gitbook.io/ark/7.-arks-roadmap.md).

# 7. Ark's Roadmap

- [Chapter 1: Seed Project (2025.1–2026.12)](https://ark-defai.gitbook.io/ark/7.-arks-roadmap/chapter-1-seed-project-2025.1-2026.12.md): Foundation Building • Modules Ready • Community Awakening
- [Chapter 2: Intelligent Construction Period (2027.1–2028.12)](https://ark-defai.gitbook.io/ark/7.-arks-roadmap/chapter-2-intelligent-construction-period-2027.1-2028.12.md): On-chain Modular Governance • AI Role Upgrades • Global Node Expansion
- [Chapter 3: Chain Nation Birth Period (2029.1–2030.12)](https://ark-defai.gitbook.io/ark/7.-arks-roadmap/chapter-3-chain-nation-birth-period-2029.1-2030.12.md): Multi-chain Sovereignty • Digital Identity Governance • AI Federation Model Formation
- [Chapter 4: Civilization Upgrade Period (2031.1–2032.12)](https://ark-defai.gitbook.io/ark/7.-arks-roadmap/chapter-4-civilization-upgrade-period-2031.1-2032.12.md): Self-Evolving Governance • Virtual Nation Trial • Model Expansion
- [Chapter 5: Civilization Coexistence Period (2033.1–2035.12)](https://ark-defai.gitbook.io/ark/7.-arks-roadmap/chapter-5-civilization-coexistence-period-2033.1-2035.12.md): Intelligent Federation System • Chain-based Governance Universalization • Digital Sovereignty Open Framework
- [Conclusion: ARK's Civilization Trial](https://ark-defai.gitbook.io/ark/7.-arks-roadmap/conclusion-arks-civilization-trial.md)