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  • 20:55, 18 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Hyperreal (Created page with "The term "hyperreal" originates from the realm of philosophy and cultural theory, most notably associated with the work of French philosopher Jean Baudrillard. In its most basic sense, the hyperreal refers to a condition where the distinction between the "real" and the "simulation" becomes increasingly blurred, leading to a state where the simulation is indistinguishable from or even more "real" than the reality it is supposed to represent. In the context of pocket real...")
  • 19:58, 18 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Pocket Realities (Created page with "<h3>The New Frontier of Liminal Engineering</h3><p>In the ever-expanding landscape of Liminal Engineering, one concept has captivated both practitioners and theorists alike: pocket realities. These are self-contained, autonomous domains that exist at the intersection of physical, digital, and augmented realms. Far from being mere simulations or virtual environments, pocket realities are complex systems with their own rules, dynamics, and even ontologies. They represent t...")
  • 17:38, 18 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page IntersticeOS (Created page with "<h3>IntersticeOS: The Operating System of Liminal Engineers</h3><p>IntersticeOS is the proprietary operating system developed specifically for Liminal Engineers, serving as the technological backbone for their complex and multifaceted work. It is designed to manage, integrate, and navigate transitional spaces between various states of reality—be it physical, digital, or augmented. Here's an in-depth look at its features, functionalities, and significance:</p><h4>Core F...")
  • 17:10, 18 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Virtual Alaric (Created page with " == Instantiation == <p>In a sublime fusion of technology and myth, Liminal Engineers have created a virtual instantiation of Alaric, their patron saint, as an integral part of their custom operating system known as "IntersticeOS." IntersticeOS itself is a marvel—a software environment designed to operate across multiple realities, capable of running on quantum servers, interfacing with augmented reality layers, and even synchronizing with biometric implants. But it's...")
  • 17:00, 18 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page WDADIAWTRTBAW (Created page with "<p>In the transitional era known as "The Great Disruption" (2034 - 2051), philosopher-technologist Elara Mihai posed this haunting question: "What does anyone do in a world that refuses to be a world?" The phrase caught like wildfire, becoming the rhetorical bedrock for the generation navigating the tumultuous period.</p><p>For many, the question encapsulated the paradoxical experience of existing in a world that was increasingly fractured between the physical and digita...")
  • 23:05, 14 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Liminal Engineers (Created page with "= Liminal Engineers = == Overview == Liminal Engineers are a specialized community of multidisciplinary professionals and thinkers engaged in the study, development, and application of technologies and methodologies that operate at the boundaries of conventional realities. This cadre of engineers, scientists, artists, and philosophers focuses on the transitional states between the digital and physical worlds, ethics and pragmatism, and even different states of conscious...")
  • 21:08, 6 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page M3 (Created page with "<h3>M3: The Metamorphosis of the Membrane Movement</h3><h4>Overview</h4><p>By 2050, the Membrane Movement, colloquially known as M3, has matured into a global phenomenon. Originating as a digital underground resistance in the late 2030s during the Great Disruption, M3 initially aimed to counter the privatization and commodification of personal experiences and memories. However, its scope soon expanded, merging with other contemporary socio-cultural movements and subgroup...")
  • 20:50, 6 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Quantum Mirror (Created page with "<h3>Overview</h3><p>In the heart of 2048, society was undergoing a transition within the epoch known as "The Great Disruption." This was a year marked by the unveiling of the Quantum Mirror—a technology so audacious it reshaped not just how people interacted with the digital realm, but also how they understood the fabric of reality itself. It was the year when digital physics became more than academic—when it leapt off the pages of research papers and became a palpab...")
  • 20:47, 6 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Chaos As Praxis (Created page with "<h2>Chaos as Praxis: The Grand Manifesto of the Quorum</h2><h3>Preamble</h3><p>Amidst the numbing speed of technological change and societal upheaval, it is not enough to sit idle, entrapped in banal philosophies or entrenched in the outdated schemas of the past. The Quorum, a collective that sprung from the shadows of these rapid transformations, offers an alternate vision. Our manifesto, "Chaos as Praxis," elucidates our principles and objectives. As you embark on this...")
  • 22:03, 5 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Null Economics (Created page with " == Core Principles == <h3>The Quantum State of Value: An In-Depth Exploration</h3><h4>The Underpinning Theory</h4><p>The idea that value exists in a quantum state is the cornerstone of Null Economics. This revolutionary concept has roots in quantum mechanics, the branch of physics that explains how subatomic particles behave. The principles of superposition and entanglement inform this economic framework. Just like a particle exists in multiple states simultaneously...")
  • 21:08, 5 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Tea Sphere (Created page with "<h3>The "Tea Sphere": A Social Ritual in 2046</h3><p>By 2046, the way people socialize has undergone a transformative evolution, encapsulated in the rise of a unique phenomenon: the Tea Sphere. To an outsider, the concept might sound like a traditional tea ceremony infused with technology, but the Tea Sphere is so much more—it's a layered, multidimensional experience that synthesizes philosophy, technology, and human connection.</p><h4>Description:</h4><p>The Tea Spher...")
  • 20:31, 5 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Horizon Has Been Defeated (Created page with "<h2>The Horizon Has Been Defeated:</h2> The End of Alpha and the Reimagining of Our Collective Odyssey <h3>Introduction</h3><p>I've often marveled at the audacity of a single word: <em>alpha.</em> This Greek letter, innocuously sitting at the beginning of an ancient alphabet, has come to symbolize the Holy Grail of modern existence. It's the excess return on an investment above the benchmark; it’s the wild, untamable element of unpredictability. From Wall Street offic...")
  • 20:17, 5 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Has History Trapped Our Future (Created page with "<h4>Introduction</h4><p>In Starholder's accelerating voyage through time and innovation, a salient question echoes through the corridors of intellectual dialogue: Has our history trapped our future? Are we entangled in the vines of our collective past, or can we rewrite the code that defines our destiny? This question isn't merely speculative; it underpins the current ethos of a society grappling with the dual titans of historical legacy and technological leapfrogging.</...")
  • 20:11, 5 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Algorithmic Philosophy (Created page with "<h3>Algorithmic Philosophy: The Frontier of Human Thought and Computation</h3><h4>Introduction</h4><p>As the year 2044 unfolded in the tapestry of Starholder's intricate timeline, the phrase "Algorithmic Philosophy" transitioned from academic jargon into a colloquial catchphrase. In a world increasingly governed by computational logic, this branch of philosophical thought offers an intellectual playground for scrutinizing, and at times challenging, the role algorithms pl...")
  • 19:52, 5 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Verity Compass (Created page with "<h4>Introduction</h4><p>In a world increasingly fragmented by divergent realms, realities, and discourses, the need for a reliable instrument to navigate 'truth' has never been more urgent. The Verity Compass, a cutting-edge device cum software, has emerged as a pivotal tool for Reality Nomads, Data Whisperers, Algorithmic Philosophers, and even the lay user struggling to navigate the deluge of information and 'realities' they encounter daily. Conceived as a synthesis of...")
  • 19:47, 5 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Cami Journal Oct 44 (Created page with "<h4>Journal Entry: October 12, 2044</h4><p>It's late—hell, it's not even night anymore, it's early morning. But in this non-place, this liminal zone between one virtuality and another, time doesn't really obey the laws I grew up with. I'm back in my anchor space, the one reality I've coded to remain constant, a solitary desert at perpetual dusk. I've programmed the sky to forever hold that golden-purple hue, the one you see in nature when the sun is too sentimental to...")
  • 19:27, 5 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Truth Hopping (Created page with "<h4>Conceptual Genesis</h4><p>"Truth Hopping" emerged as a cultural and epistemological phenomenon around the early 2040s, coinciding with the proliferation of multiple realities—virtual, augmented, and mixed—and the fragmentation of discourse. It's a term coined to describe the practice of navigating through these fragmented landscapes of 'truth,' as individuals leap from one discursive space to another, engaging in different versions of reality along the way.</p><h...")
  • 19:23, 5 September 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Reality Nomads (Created page with "<h3>Reality Nomads: The Search for Freedom in Self-Policed Assemblages of Truth</h3><h4>The Advent of Reality Nomads</h4><p>Reality Nomads emerged as a subculture and philosophy in the early 2040s, evolving from various offshoots of digital countercultures and avant-garde intellectual circles. Characterized by their ceaseless wandering through various realities—virtual, augmented, and mixed—these nomads live on the fringes of what is socially and intellectually accep...")
  • 15:34, 22 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Zara Quill Book Report (Created page with "Introduction (Paragraph 1) In the novel "The Echoing Silence" by Seraphina Wren, readers are invited to explore a future where the boundaries between the virtual and the real are blurred, and the essence of existence is questioned. The protagonist, Elara, embarks on a journey through both physical and virtual worlds, seeking understanding and connection. This essay will provide an overview of the novel's plot, delve into its central themes, and offer a personal reflecti...")
  • 22:06, 21 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Virtual GDP Conundrum (Created page with "<h3>The Virtual GDP Conundrum: Quantifying the Impact of Recursive Economies in Four Moons Of America</h3><h4>Introduction</h4><p>Girlfight Industries, the publisher behind the groundbreaking Four Moons Of America game, has found itself at the center of an unprecedented debate. With the 2044 update introducing quantum simulation and spawning a multitude of recursive virtual economies, the company's stock valuation has become tied to a new metric: virtual GDP. This articl...")
  • 21:35, 21 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Winter Pastorals From The EOE Council (Created page with "In 2042 the EOE Council, a trade group promoting embedded object enchantment, released a series of winter pastoral stories designed to promote their product suite to professional singles. Below are excerpts from the publication. == Maria's Story == Maria settled into her chair, a soft hum emanating from its fabric as it adjusted to her preferred comfort settings. Outside, the biting wind howled and the cold rain pelted against the windows. The house, a weathered cottag...")
  • 20:42, 21 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs moved page IEPD to Embedded Object Enchantment (EOE) without leaving a redirect
  • 19:57, 21 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page IEPD (Created page with " == Philosophy == The philosophy for embedded AI product design seeks to transcend the traditional boundaries between humans, objects, and the environment, forging a new paradigm that recognizes the agency and interconnectedness of all elements. In this vision, objects are no longer passive tools but active participants in a delicate network that includes humans and the world around them. Drawing from the inspiration of Actor-Network Theory and Object-Oriented Ontol...")
  • 22:37, 20 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Hoverboard Is Here And No On Cares (Created page with "In 1989, the world was introduced to a vision of the future that captured the imagination of an entire generation. "Back to the Future Part II" offered a glimpse into a world filled with technological marvels, from flying cars to self-lacing shoes. But nothing captured the public's imagination quite like the hoverboard. This floating skateboard, gliding effortlessly through the air, became a symbol of innovation, a promise of a world unbound by gravity. Fast forward to...")
  • 21:59, 20 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page DQ trendpiece (Created page with "<h3>DQ is Taking Over the Internet, and It's Not About Ice Cream! 🍦💻 Here's Everything You Need to Know NOW!</h3><p>Hold onto your Blizzards, because DQ is the hottest trend sweeping the internet, and it's not about ice cream (well, not just about ice cream). If you're not in the know about DQ, buckle up, because this deliciously complex meme is reshaping digital culture as we know it, and you NEED to be part of it!</p><h4>What is DQ, and Why is Everyone Talking Ab...")
  • 20:49, 20 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Digital Existentialism (Created page with "== Introduction == The advent of immersive virtual environments, artificial consciousness, and the convergence of the physical and virtual realms has led to a profound shift in our understanding of existence. As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, the boundaries that once separated the real from the virtual are dissolving, creating a new paradigm that challenges our fundamental notions of reality, identity, and consciousness. This paper seeks to articulate a n...")
  • 19:42, 15 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Social D(eath)2 (Created page with "<h3>Introduction: What is Social D(eath)?</h3> <em><i>A Fusion of Twitter Meets Survivor</i></em><p>In the ever-evolving landscape of the digital world, a new game emerges that captures the essence of our online lives. Welcome to "Social D(eath)," a thrilling fusion of Twitter meets Survivor, where players must both generate content and vote on others in a ruthless survival-of-the-fittest process. It's a game where the stakes are high, the competition fierce, and the pr...")
  • 16:46, 15 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Social D(eath) (Created page with "<h3>Part I: Introduction to Social D(eath)</h3><p>Social D(eath) is a multifaceted and innovative game that marries the intense competitive nature of a tontine with the participatory dynamics of social media. It stands as a reflection of contemporary societal behaviors and ideologies, tapping into themes of survival, polarization, rehabilitation, and digital existence. This expansive and detailed document provides an in-depth look into the game, its mechanics, philosophy...")
  • 21:21, 10 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Pax Virtualis (Created page with "2040, the world finds itself in an era that historians have come to term "Pax Virtualis." It's a delicate equilibrium, where digital diplomacy, virtual realities, and artificial intelligence have combined to create an intricate web of international relations. The invasion of Taiwan by China, which took place five years earlier, serves as both a painful wound and a turning point in the emergence of this new order. The invasion was swift and, to many, shockingly unopposed...")
  • 18:55, 10 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page HyperWeb (Created page with "== HyperWeb == The '''HyperWeb''' is an alternate, surreal version of the internet, originating from vaporware, unfulfilled technological promises, and a touch of the absurd. This digital realm embodies the fantastical and the innovative, presenting a universe where the never-realized dreams of technology thrive. === Origins === The concept of the HyperWeb began as an in-joke among a circle of livejournal bloggers in 2008, later spreading to Tumblr. It resonated as a co...")
  • 16:46, 10 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Starholder Institute (Created page with "== 2000: The Foundation == The Starholder Institute was officially founded in the year 2000, following the inspiration of Dan Aykroyd. Located in the Mojave desert, the Institute was designed to explore low probability, high impact events and their implications on society. The Y2K bug served as the initial catalyst for the Institute's formation. === The Y2K Project === The Institute's first major project was an interdisciplinary investigation into the Y2K bug. This proj...")
  • 16:10, 10 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Autonomous Corporations (Created page with "== Autonomous Corporations == === Overview === Autonomous Corporations, legally recognized in the United States in 2028, constitute a revolutionary concept in modern business. Utilizing complex AI algorithms, these corporations can make and execute decisions, manage resources, and interact with markets without human guidance. The creation of these entities has altered the global economic landscape, sparking an ongoing conversation about their legal, ethical, and societ...")
  • 16:02, 10 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Panama Rift Incident (Created page with "== The Panama Rift Incident == === Overview === The Panama Rift Incident, which occurred on October 2nd, 2034, refers to a major geological event in Panama that caused a significant rupture along the Panama Canal. A sudden and violent seismic shift triggered landslides and infrastructural damage, leading to the temporary closure of the canal, a vital artery in global trade. The interruption to shipping routes had far-reaching economic implications, and the event spurre...")
  • 15:58, 10 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Global Water Crisis of 2034 (Created page with "== Global Water Crisis of 2034 == === Overview === The Global Water Crisis of 2034, occurring between March and November of that year, marked an unforeseen catastrophe that engulfed numerous cities worldwide, leading to water rationing, economic strain, and social unrest. Los Angeles, Cairo, and Mumbai became emblematic of the crisis, experiencing water shortages unparalleled in modern history. === Causes === ==== Climate Anomalies ==== Unusually severe droughts str...")
  • 15:38, 10 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Neon Pulsar (Created page with "<h3>Neon Pulsar</h3><p><strong>Neon Pulsar</strong> is a synth-pop duo formed in 2026, consisting of vocalists and multi-instrumentalists Lysa Hartman and Rico Vega. Known for their blend of retro-futuristic sounds, contemporary beats, and evocative lyrics, they have become a significant force in the global music scene.</p><h4>History</h4><p><strong>Formation and Early Years (2026-2028)</strong></p><p>Lysa Hartman and Rico Vega met in 2026 while studying music technology...")
  • 21:39, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Echoes Of Pixels & Byte (Created page with "== Source Story == <p>In 2036, the urban sprawl of Metroville was a paradox. Towering skyscrapers and cutting-edge tech formed its core, while its fringes were like scars of the past. Among these remnants was the Altered Quarter, a district where the line between organic and synthetic life was blurred, where biotech ran wild, and every alley whispered secrets of gene-editing.</p><p>Aria was a bio-compiler in the Altered Quarter, manipulating genes to create everything f...")
  • 21:06, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page ET-2018 (Created page with "By 2018, the 'Effective Technologists', an influential faction within Silicon Valley, have steadily expanded their sphere of influence. They have positioned themselves as critical players in the technology and startup ecosystem, carving out a new power dynamic that parallels, and increasingly threatens, traditional centers of power. The faction's leadership, once Silicon Valley outsiders, are now among its most influential figures. Arthur Clark, the charismatic machine...")
  • 20:07, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Nano Real Estate (Created page with "There's something about zero-interest rates that brings out the irrational in people. In 2021, in the midst of a global pandemic that had brought economies to their knees, an unforeseen effect of this zero-interest phenomenon was unfolding: a speculative frenzy over the trading of single square foot properties. Meet Jack, our protagonist in this peculiar tale. A rather unassuming figure, Jack was, until recently, a standard pencil-pushing accountant at a mid-tier firm i...")
  • 19:56, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Echos Of Analog Dreams (Created page with "In the year of our Lord two thousand and ten, in the grit and dust of a Las Vegas electronics expo, there existed a man named William, a relic from a bygone era. William was a maker of things, a craftsman. He had eyes of coal, hands worn like old leather, and a heart full of remembrance for a world that was fading fast. In a time when digital was the gospel, and all of man's creations were being reborn into bytes and pixels, he clung to the physical. To him, there was s...")
  • 19:46, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page BitGang Records (Created page with "Okay, let's try to remember 2013 for a second. It's harder than you think, right? That's because everything was so hyperbolically, cartoonishly NOW. It was a time of Gangnam Style parodies, newly minted Bitcoin millionaires, and Edward Snowden's NSA leaks dominating the headlines. It was a time when we were trying to figure out if we were laughing at the absurdity of our culture, or if the absurdity of our culture was laughing at us. Enter our protagonists: Tom, an unde...")
  • 19:42, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page The Narcissistick (Created page with "The Rise and Fall of the Selfie Stick Empire In the vibrant urban jungle of New York City, a dynamic duo was about to ride the wave of an upcoming cultural phenomenon. Josh, a marketing maven, and Grace, an innovative product designer, were the forces behind the company "SelfieCentral". It was 2015, and they were about to take the world by storm with a product that would soon become both ubiquitous and contentious - the selfie stick. Josh and Grace had stumbled upon th...")
  • 19:39, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Toastagram (Created page with "Once upon a time in the summer of 2015, a couple of friends, Jay and Reed, both software engineers in their mid-20s, were living and working in a cramped but oddly charming co-working space in the heart of San Francisco. Jay, known for his impeccable beanie collection, and Reed, always sipping his locally sourced kombucha, were quintessential hipsters, often the butt of many jokes, but they didn't mind. They were passionate about their tech startup, which aimed to disrup...")
  • 19:32, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Ivanpah 2018 (Created page with "Ivanpah Update, 2018 As the calendar page flips to 2018, we find ourselves a decade removed from the initial firing of the Ivanpah supercollider, a moment that set the trajectory for a decade of innovation, conflict, and secrecy in the heart of California's sun-bleached desert. A decade that witnessed the collision of old and new powers, of past and future, of Bush-era political machinations and Silicon Valley's ambitious libertarians. This year, against the backdrop o...")
  • 19:25, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Ivanpah 2015 (Created page with "IVANPAH: 2015 UPDATE The world is beginning to crackle and hum with the echo of uncharted energy and potential as the tectonic plates of traditional power structures shift uneasily under the relentless pressure of technological revolution. At the epicenter, where these seismic waves are emanating, stands Ivanpah – a fortress of scientific ingenuity nestled in the barren expanse of the California desert, now cloaked in an aura of enigma and curiosity. Ivanpah, a techn...")
  • 19:19, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs deleted page With Dread (content was: "So-called cyberspace was as new to me as it was to the rest of us, back when we were all still nodding along to "Macarena" and wondering what the hell a "dot-com" was. But now, looking back from the vantage point of Starholder, it's clear that we were all operating under a singular, naive delusion: that the internet was going to usher in some sort of utopia, where people wo...", and the only contributor was "Spaceman" (talk))
  • 19:13, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Dear Redacted (Created page with "Dear [REDACTED], I trust this letter finds you in the throes of sanity, a state I seem to have misplaced somewhere between my third martini and my latest bout of existential dread. I write to you from the belly of the beast, a beast that has the audacity to wear the face of a bear and the appetite of a black hole. The bear, it seems, has developed a taste for vantium, the precious metal that my family has been hoarding like a squirrel with a nut obsession. The revelati...")
  • 19:02, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Bathos Over Barstool (Created page with "My Dearest, I trust this letter finds you in the midst of yet another glamorous soiree or perhaps a charity gala, your radiant beauty outshining even the most dazzling of chandeliers. I pen this missive not out of any particular need or desire, but rather out of a sense of longing that has been gnawing at me in your prolonged absence. Your departure has left a void in my life, a void that no amount of business deals or tech innovations can fill. The house, once filled...")
  • 18:56, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Coachella VIP Review (Created page with "Dear Dignitaries, I trust this missive finds you in your usual state of self-congratulatory bliss. I am writing to you today to share my thoughts on the 2011 Coachella VIP experience, a spectacle that was, in every sense of the word, underwhelming. Now, I understand that the concept of a VIP experience is designed to cater to the whims and fancies of the elite, to provide a sense of exclusivity and privilege. However, the Coachella VIP experience was about as exclusive...")
  • 18:19, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Strands of Hartley (Created page with " The Genesis Strands In the year 2035, world-renowned actor, philanthropist, and occasional rock band vocalist, Jonathan Hartley had always been a larger-than-life character. Known for his roles in critically acclaimed films and his untamed mane of hair, Hartley was a true icon. One day, in an act of generosity, he had auctioned off his hair, shaved right on stage at a charity gala for children's cancer research. His hair fetched a surprisingly high amount, given to a f...")
  • 17:59, 7 August 2023 Spaceman talk contribs created page Carim Capital Q2 41 Analyst Report (Created page with "Carim Capital: A Leading Force in the Carbon Capture Token (CCT) Sector Executive Summary Carim Capital, a pioneering private equity firm with $5 billion assets under management (AUM), continues to set the standard for investment performance across the Carbon Capture Token (CCT) sector. With diverse interests ranging from token holdings and sequestration facility ownership to capital investment in manufacturing and financing, the firm is a dominant player in this ground...")
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