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Cyberpunk
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What is Cyberpunk?
Cyberpunk is a science-fiction sub-genre dealing with the integration of society and technology in dystopian settings. Often referred to as “low-life and high tech,” Cyberpunk stories deal with outsiders (punks) who fight against the oppressors in society (usually mega corporations that control everything) via technological means (cyber). If the punks aren’t actively fighting against a megacorp, they’re still dealing with living in a world completely dependent on high technology.
Cyberpunk characteristics include:
- Dystopian city setting where mega-corporations rule
- Full integration of technology into society, featuring cybernetic implants
- Outsider protagonists (punks) who often are very familiar with the technology around them
- Hard boiled detective and film noir vibes and influence
- Themes dabbling in trans-humanism, existentialism, and what it means to be human.
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Thanks so much for such a detailed reply.
I hate the promotion part of being a writer the most, but find federated spaces quite organic feeling and generally nicer spaces to spend time in. I only have limited time so I don't use corporate social media to promote my work as I don't want to waste what time I have to spare on Instagram, for example. I also feel that the pressure to please the algorithm and post all the time can really lead to the enshittification of your work/interactions. Above all... I want there to be another way! I really want the fediverse to be enough for artists of all forms.I don't want to be rich, I just want a few more readers.
But... So far I don't think I've mastered it. I'm going to keep trying though.
Anyway, you've got another fan. I'll follow you on Mastadon.