#faewave

[cyberpunkonline]

[razzyoftherats]

HAIL ERIS, HAIL THE ALT: DISCORDIANISM, MULTIPLE IDENTITIES & THE ART OF CONTROL

Alright lads, buckle up. We’re about to crack open a cold can of metaphysical anarchy and pour it straight over the smug, self-important face of reality itself. That’s right, today we’re talking about Discordianism, multiple identities, and how the ancient art of taking the piss has become a full-blown ideological warfare tactic in the digital age.

CHAOS, CONTROL & MAKING SH*T UP

Discordianism: is it a religion? A joke? A practical guide to hacking the universe with nonsense? Yes.

Founded in the ‘50s by two blokes who decided that gods should be pranksters rather than puritanical killjoys, Discordianism is what happens when spirituality gets hijacked by surrealists. The whole thing revolves around Eris, the Greek goddess of chaos, and the idea that order is just a myth sold to you by people who want to control your life.

In this worldview, reality isn’t a fixed structure—it’s a playground of lies, where names, identities, and even fundamental truths are just props in an ongoing prank war. And if that sounds a bit like the internet, congratulations, you’ve figured out where this is going.

FAKE PEOPLE, REAL POWER

Now let’s talk about the modern battlefield: alt accounts, AI-generated personas, deepfake influencers, and the absolute existential horror of never knowing if you’re arguing with a human or a shell script designed to wind you up.

This isn’t some dystopian Black Mirror future—it’s right now. And the way we navigate it? Same way cracker groups did back in the ‘90s.

Ah yes, the cracking scene—a lawless digital tavern where hacker crews ran wild, stealing software, slapping their names on intro screens, and flexing harder than a lad who just maxed out at the gym. But here’s the thing: half those “members” you saw in cracking group rosters? Didn’t f*cking exist.

Cracker crews had a little trick: inflate the roster with fictional members. More names = bigger presence = instant credibility. “Silent Mike” might’ve been listed as the best code-slicer in the scene, but in reality, Silent Mike was just Steve pretending to be three people because it made his crew look more elite. The world ran on perception, not reality.

Sound familiar? Because it’s exactly how social media wars, marketing psyops, and modern Discordian mind games operate today.

OPERATION MINDF*CK 2.0

There’s an old Discordian principle called Operation Mindfuck—a simple, elegant idea that the best way to break the system is to saturate it with so much noise that it collapses under its own weight.

Now imagine that, but turbocharged with burner accounts, AI-generated trolls, and a dozen fake influencers all reinforcing each other’s fiction. That’s not a dystopian future—that’s your f*cking Twitter feed right now.

“Alt accounts for arguing with yourself?” Welcome to standard discourse.

“Corporate sock-puppeting to manufacture fake trends?” Every brand is doing it.

“Political psyops using networks of fake accounts to simulate grassroots support?” That’s just called Tuesday.

We’re all stuck in a reality-distortion warzone where half the identities floating around online were conjured out of thin air, and yet they shape the way people vote, buy, and think.

THE SACRED ART OF SH*TPOSTING AS SELF-DEFENCE

So where does that leave the modern Discordian, the enlightened chaos-worshipper navigating this neon-lit hellscape? Simple: you play the game.

You don’t fight the nonsense, you embrace it. You become a trickster in a world of straight-faced lunatics. You create counter-fiction, you sabotage expectations, and most of all, you refuse to play by the reality that’s being handed to you.

Whether that means:

Running alt accounts to mess with corporate astroturfing

Inventing fake personas to hijack algorithms

Building your own “influencer network” of fictional characters just to break the system from within

The fact is, multiple identities are no longer optional. They’re a survival strategy. The game has changed, but the old rules still apply: if you’re not in control of your own narrative, someone else is.

HAIL ERIS. HAIL THE ALT. NOW GO OUT THERE AND F*CK WITH REALITY.

[shikantazaart]

From Retro Roots to Modern Marvels: The Rebirth of the Pirate Menu Aesthetic

Ahoy, Nostalgia!

If you were a computer geek in the 80s or 90s, you probably remember the thrill of booting up a freshly acquired piece of software and being greeted by a "pirate menu." These were no ordinary start screens; they were vibrant, animated showcases, often accompanied by chiptune music, that hackers and crackers used to flaunt their digital prowess. These menus were as much a demonstration of skill as they were a distribution method for cracked software and games. It was a unique blend of artistry and rebellion, a way to connect with like-minded individuals in a pre-internet world.

The aesthetics of these pirate menus were distinctive and unforgettable. Neon colors, pixel art, and scrolling text formed the backbone of their visual appeal. They were DIY masterpieces, created in bedrooms and basements, meant to dazzle and entertain. Beyond their flashy exteriors, these menus communicated messages, credits, and even embedded jokes, forming a subculture that was as much about the community as it was about the content.

Shikantaza Art: Reviving the Rebel Spirit

Fast forward to today, and the digital nostalgia is real. Shikantaza Art has tapped into this rich vein of retro coolness, bringing the pirate menu vibe into the modern art world. By blending old-school aesthetics with contemporary design, Shikantaza is crafting pieces that evoke the same sense of wonder and excitement that those old pirate menus did. The work is a fusion of pixel art and modern graphics, often featuring animated elements and interactive components and linking to original works by consent and with collaboration of their creators.

We're not just creating art, and we're not just showcasing art; we're reviving a movement, a culture, and a way of connecting with audiences that feels both fresh and familiar.

THE FAEWAVE MENU Project: An Ode to the Past, A Beacon for the Future

Enter the FAEWAVE MENU project, our latest brainchild aiming to capture the spirit of the pirate menu era. This project is a digital platform that curates art, music, and independent video games, presenting them with the same visual flair and rebellious spirit of the old-school pirate menus. FAEWAVE MENUS are like stepping into a time machine that propels you forward, blending nostalgic aesthetics with cutting-edge content.

The project doesn’t just mimic the look and feel of the past; it harnesses it to create a community-driven space where creators can share their work in a visually engaging way. The menus are interactive, featuring music tracks, games, and art showcases that harken back to the days of floppy disks and CRT monitors. Yet, they are designed for the digital age, accessible from any desktop device with an internet connection.

FAEWAVE MENUS are more than a project; it’s a movement that resonates with both the old guard who lived through the original pirate scene and the new generation discovering its charm for the first time. It’s a testament to the timeless appeal of creative rebellion and the power of digital art to bring people together.

Check out THE FAEWAVE MENUS so far...

If you have work you'd like to feature on a FAEWAVE MENU, get in touch in the comments here, or on X.

[gh0stn3t]

:: C O M I N G S O O N :: A new EP from R A Z. "PUPPET"

[tengusheeinteractive]

FAEWAVE Music Site

We're huge fans of all things vaporwave and Lofi and Lofi Girl style sites have been on our radar for a long while but today we finally launched the "Faewave Girl" #FAEWAVE Music site, very happy with it, it'll evolve too... as everything does... the playlist will be variable, some days we'll even just throw on all the live mixes for lulz. We hope people get a kick out of this...

[dospunksdao]

High tech, low life - you can't stop the signal.

April showers bring The House of The Rat, The Host of The Raven, The Order of Echo, and The Cult of The Fox. Wait what?

It's Friday the 13th, and @DOSPunksNFT welcomes @Tengushee as the @DOSPunksDAO May 2022 Artist of the Month! Join us as we journey through The Endless City and explore The Endless Chronicles with Tengushee.

Stay tuned to the VOCC Network for more DOS Punks DAO updates this month.

#faewave is now.

[frogndtoad]

1-5? :O

Femme or butch? -¯\_(ツ)_/¯  (dont rlly connect to either atm at least)

Do you have a “type”? If so, describe it - Girls.

Plaid button-ups or leather jackets? - im always a sucker for a good jacket, altho i would like to at some point acquire both of these

Describe your style - half floral half gremlin? i rlly want to acquire more button-downs (esp this one) and a good pair of boots but currently i shift between wearing the same jeans and school hoodie for a week and wearing (soft and comfy) very floral dresses and body glitter( with big jacket and sneakers still lmao)

Describe your aesthetic - edgy librarian with a touch of plant gremlin

[cyberpunkonline]

90s Magazine just hit harder…

GHOST.EXE / 1992. https://cult.cyberpunkonline.net/gh0stn3t/

[razzyoftherats]

I'm just a figment

the fantasy

on the edge of imagination

a memory

of a ghost

of a rat

[shikantazaart]

Who is the Queen of Rats?

The Queen of Rats (also known as the Queen of Hearts, The Princess of Fallen Tears etc.) is a member of The High Council, a known friend and ally of The God-Emperor since long before the War in the Dreaming (perhaps even as far back as The Age of Magic), the head of The House of the Rat and the single most powerful entity other than The God-Emperpor openly active after The War in the Dreaming - she is even more powerful than The High Queen (of equal Fae court standing) Eris according to Fae historical notes and Eris is more often than not classified a literal God. Even Lord Echo appears to give her a wide berth (it is rumoured that at some stage in the distant past The Queen actually conquered Wonderland and took control from Lord Echo during either a personal spat or as some action in a past inter-Fae war; this is not brought up in polite conversation or at court and so cannot be confirmed). She is currently the ruler of both The Endless City and The City of Hearts at the behest of The God-Emperor having "relieved" The Raven of his dominion of The Endless City by rescuing him from a large assault on the city by Rebels and then simply never leaving (he vowed allegiance on sight as it happened, it was a deal done "in the moment" he first laid eyes on her - a not uncommon reaction to the presence of a Sidhe High Queen).

DO YOU WANT TO KNOW MORE?

[gh0stn3t]

'Puppet'

:: A new EP from The R A Z.

/ Spotify SOON!

/ MP3 NOW!

#newmusic #witchhouse #faewave

[tengusheeinteractive]

Alien Nightmares

Introducing our new collection on the TEZ blockchain, straight from the creative minds at Tengushee Interactive! Brace yourself for an immersive experience like no other as we unveil a mesmerizing world of Faeries, Aliens, Biotech, and beyond. Prepare to embark on a journey that transcends boundaries and pushes the boundaries of #faewave lore.

Check it out:

Join us on this groundbreaking adventure, where innovation and imagination intertwine in perfect harmony. Visit OBJKT.com now and discover a world that redefines the very essence of multimedia art. Welcome to the future of creativity. Welcome to @tengushee Studios.

[shikantazaart]

Tengushee talks about the role and symbology of 'Squares' in the Endless Chronicles multi-media project.

Let's talk about 'Squares' in the Endless Chronicles.

[kingdomoffallentears]

(Tengushee)

[foureyesbitchdragon]

purple.............

Oh heck I didn’t see this till now, thank u

purple1)what’s your astrological sign?♑️Capricorn♑️

2)what’s the best piece of advice you ever received?Jus fukin doit

3)when’s the last time you followed your instincts?Trying to look for my phone

4)what’s your favorite food?Mint chip ice cream!

5)what’s your secret dream?One time I dreamt Crush-At-The-Time tried to kiss me and I punched them

[boricuan-moonbaker]

Queen Ree Redux @asktheneverfairies @ossurita @elopetothesea @faewave