2023. It Has Begun!

2023. It Has Begun!

It all started with one NFT collection and one number: 9761.

When I discovered Genuine Undead, I saw more than just pixel art—it was pixel art perfection, the pinnacle of evolution in the 24x24 grid PFP movement that began with Cryptopunks. But it wasn’t just the art that captivated me. It was the thriving, supportive community—like-minded individuals from across the globe, united by creativity and innovation.

And then, there was 9761.

What I saw in that pfp, was a dream. The story I always wanted to tell had a face, and a name. Layne, a young hacker living 20 years in the future, fighting for freedom alongside the Nihon Warriors. Through his quantum computer, Layne sends us warnings across time about a world dominated by AI.

2023 was the year I dove headfirst into this world of dystopian sci-fi, anime-inspired storytelling, and tech culture. It was also the year I realized the paradox of AI: both endlessly fascinating and potentially dangerous. Ironically, I began collaborating with AI to build a universe about its own future perils.

Today, Undead 2043 is more than a story. It’s a fully realized I.P., merging comics, books, urban apparel, and digital art into one immersive experience.

So, whether you're here for the NFTs, the gritty cyberpunk lore, or bold fashion inspired by the future, you're in the right place.

Welcome to the future. Welcome to Undead 2043.

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