SHILL Issue 161

SOLANA NFT/DEFI/X ECOSYSTEM

Editor
Sold it All
Artifex
SPL-404
Dev Talk
Specualtion
Unknown
McDegens
$BOZO
DeadKingSociety
The Come Up
Meme coins
Mallow NFTs
Solarplex NFT

srchappell

Reflecting on the Evolution of Solana's NFT Scene
In the ever-changing landscape of the Solana NFT scene, it's with a heavy heart that we
bid adieu to Solarplex. As announced by Viksit, the founder of Solarplex, the platform will
cease operations on May 31, 2024. This news comes as a blow to the community, marking
the end of an era that saw thousands of creators and users come together to share their
art and build meaningful connections.
Solarplex was more than just a platform; it was a hub for creativity and community engagement.
With over 10,000 users spanning across 100+ countries, Solarplex facilitated
the minting of over 200,000 NFTs and fostered a vibrant ecosystem where creators could
monetize their work without relying on ads. The platform's impact was undeniable, with
hundreds of creators earning income and countless interactions between users through
posts, reactions, and likes.
For #SHILLzine, Solarplex was more than just a platform; it was a gateway to discovering
new talent and forging deeper connections within the Solana community. Over the past
six months, we've leveraged Solarplex to expand our network, source unique NFTs, and
strengthen our ties with fellow creators and enthusiasts. Its closure leaves a void in Solana's
NFT landscape, reminding us of the fragility of digital ecosystems and the importance
of supporting platforms that foster creativity and community.
Sadly, Solarplex's closure isn't an isolated incident. In recent weeks, we've witnessed several
other projects shuttering their doors, including Collector, BAD, and DecentricStudio.
Each closure serves as a sobering reminder of the challenges faced by startups in the
crypto space and the need for resilience in the face of adversity.
As Vibhu, the founder of DripHaus, aptly tweeted, "Building a successful startup is about
outlasting everyone else. It is more important to survive than to be smart. Never, ever give
up. There is always one more thing to try." While his words were unrelated to Solarplex,
they resonate deeply with the current situation. In an industry rife with uncertainty, perseverance
is key.
Pixeltoy's question, "Where would you look for the longest-running Solana zine?" highlights
the importance of endurance and continuity in the crypto space. While many projects
come and go, #SHILLzine has remained a steadfast presence in the Solana community.
As we approach our third anniversary this October, we're reminded of our role as a
historical reference point for the evolution of Solana's NFT scene.
While the closure of Solarplex is undoubtedly a loss for the Solana community, it serves
as a reminder of the resilience and adaptability of the ecosystem. As we bid farewell to
one chapter, we look forward to the next, knowing that the spirit of creativity and innovation
that defined Solarplex will live on in new and unexpected ways. And through it
all, #SHILLzine will continue to document and celebrate the ever-changing landscape of
Solana's NFT scene.
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Why I Sold All of My Crypto
Yesterday I had a stunning realization.
Two, actually.
1. I’ve made enough money.
2. I am not good trader. I’m not a particularly great investor, either.
I think the only thing — and I mean the only thing — that has ever separated me from my peers has
been my ability to take profits.
I tend to buy when I know something is extremely oversold. In my mind, it’s obvious. Buying Solana at
$8 was obvious. Buying ETH under $2000 was obvious. But I have never perfectly timed the top.
Not once.
And for the record, timing the top is impossible. If you time it perfectly, you were either a terminally online
sociopath, lucky, or a strange combination of both.
This is why I always tend to sell at half-time.
I sold “too early” last time, too. Right before Terra LUNA crashed, and the FTX scandal.
In the moment it feels wrong.
There’s still so much opportunity (there is).
It feels like you’re leaving too many chips on the table. Little do we know, this is how Vegas manages to
trap its customers. Its why most traders are unprofitable.
They leave the real chips on the table and forget the point.
I still believe the point of all of this is to bet on yourself.
By no means is this financial advice. I’d feel horrible if you ever took my advice on anything financial.
I’ve come to peace with the fact that BTC to 100k this cycle is a likely scenario, and I’d miss out on
most of it.
I’m okay with the opposite too — are you?
I’m only here to share my raw takes, experiences and ideas.
I don’t care about larping or anything like that. I care about taking the opportunities the market blessed
me with and making more opportunity with it.
I hope you make all the money in the world. But don’t just make money for the sake of making money…
create impact.
Use it to help someone.
To create value.
Do something to make the world a better place.
At the end of the day, it’s your choice.
But if you don’t, then what was the point of making it?
If you’re reading this and disagreeing that you should use money to change the world around you; maybe
you’re right. Maybe you should just hoard it all. Keep gambling.
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Maybe I’m crazy. But greed and apathy are things I don’t relate to anymore.
There was a time where I felt like I had to relate to those things. For a while, I think it worked. But I didn’t like
that version of myself.
I’m taking time to work on my brand, repair some relationships and help the people I love.
And of course - I’ll be scooping deals up when they’re low again.
Earlier I said I’d feel horrible if you ever took my advice on anything financial. And I meant it. Don’t follow my
lead. Your situation is different from mine.
But whoever you are reading this… remember to bet on people; but remember to also, eventually, bet on yourself.
If that’s lame advice, I’m sorry.
It probably is. Maybe I’m just getting old. — Lite.

@Artifexr
The story behind my art Artifex
Where did Artifex come from?
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Insider information
A little art break from all the reading.

Humble beginnings as an artist: I have been creating art for
as long as I can remember, My earliest artistic endeavors
involved detailed drawings, capturing the essence of people
and places around me.
Fast forward to 20 years: Architecture school turned out
to be more ‘archi-torture’ than I bargained for. All those
sleepless nights took a toll on my health. So, I decided a
career change wouldn’t hurt.

Introduction to NFTs: A friend opened the door to NFTs
and crypto (huge thanks!), it was overwhelming at first.
But then something clicked,and I became fascinated,
dreaming of the possibilities.
Timeline: Lost in the hustle for a year: commissions, charity,
no direction. There comes a big break: I land a PFP art
job for none other than @GambullsCasino.

What are globs?
This led me to prioritize skill development and explore
fresh approaches to improve my art.
6 months ago, I brought two creative projects to life, each
with its own distinct visual world to explore.
@Globsbyartifex and @AdvenabyArtifex
I’ve created over 200 glob artworks and counting!
Cherry on top: My debut on @drip_haus sparked a global
interest. Channel: https://drip.haus/artifex

THIS IS A FACT and I’m grateful to @TheFracture_ and @BonkzNFT_ team for the opportunity.

But what was the inspiration behind this style of mine???? - Lots, and it is in constant flux. - for starters it involved
months of rigorous sketching and doodling, hoarding as many visual cues as I could.
Art finds a way: All these and so many elements/visuals from nature has inspired the creation of globs.
Two artistic giants have always inspired me: Mark Rothko, a master of color and abstraction, and Moebius, whose imagination
built breathtaking worlds.

There are several more that have had a profound influence on my art.
And what is AdVeNa?
@AdvenabyArtifex is a world-building project coming to Solana. It merges DeFi (decentralized finance) to share art, lore,
and stories globally. Imagine art books, comics, games, and collectibles, merchandise all brought to life in this immersive
universe.

Aqmalamqa

Baroeki

Baroeki

cufives

errorcode

swanpoel

k38y

Obadare Kikiope

nai_artwork

Theweirdintrovert

Benjo Mack

Cyberverse 2077

DanielArtist

Dorin photograph

Kenva

Mireyita

Philip Watson

Red Rabbit Cult

Red Rabbit Cult

Red Rabbit Cult

Red Rabbit Cult

RubenSalvo

vkillz

weirdoz

weirdoz

artcons9

lollygagdesign

lollygagdesign

lollygagdesign

damianscott_NFT

damianscott_NFT

lean

lean

naiartwork

v4wenko

lollygagdesign

lollygagdesign

Mike Hale
Accelerator Cohort 1, Jupiter Working
Group for Developers, SNS
Colosseum Accelerator Cohort 1
Colosseum has announced the inaugural Colosseum accelerator cohort!
The group is made up of 10 winners from the recent Solana Renaissance Hackathon. 1,071
teams submitted products in the competition, resulting in 34 winning projects.
From the pool of 34 winners, Colosseum selected 10 startups that showed they had the technical
talent, speed, vision, and competitive drive required to build standout products that will
grow the Solana ecosystem.
The following startups will be joining Colosseum Cohort 1:
Ore: A new digital currency that allows anyone to mine using a novel proof-of-work algorithm
on the Solana blockchain.
Urani: An intent-based swap aggregator bringing protection against toxic MEV at the application
layer.
DBunker: An open network for DePIN financial derivatives and supply-side aggregation.
DeCharge: An EV charging network integrated with Solana, offering globally compatible hardware
for affordable access.
Torque: A protocol for builders and dApps to deploy user acquisition strategies natively onchain.
Legends of the Sun: An old-school combat battle arena game with onchain wagering and an
open marketplace.
MeshMap: A DePIN network enabling generalized 3D mapping data for mixed reality applications.
BlockMesh: A DePIN network that allows anyone to easily monetize their excess bandwidth.
Banger: A marketplace to buy and sell tweets while supporting creators, curators, and fun.
Rakurai: A new Solana client boosting TPS with proprietary scheduling & pipeline optimizations.
Over the next month and a half, these founders will progress from devnet to mainnet as they
continue to iterate, test, and refine their products.
The program will culminate in a virtual demo day for investors across the venture ecosystem,
with a recording of the event released after for the broader crypto community.
Congrats to all the teams that made it into the Colosseum Accelerator program!
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Jupiter Working Group for Developers
The Jupiter Working Group for Developers is a proposal to enhance the Jupiter ecosystem by bringing
together developers who are passionate about DeFi.
This working group’s goals would be to foster innovation, improve existing tools, and create new opportunities
for developers within the Jupiter community.
The group would work focus on enhancing and refining existing open source SDKs and APIs to add
more essential features.
In addition to enhancing existing Jupiter SDKs and APIs, the group would accelerate the development
of new SDKs like the Perps SDK to meet the high demand from developers and cater to a wider
range of use cases.
There would also be a focus on supporting open-source projects like a Telegram bot, sniping tool,
and Perps dashboards.
Active community contributors would be supported and recognized, with training, resources, and incentives
to make their contributions more impactful, ensuring they continue to grow the Jupiter ecosystem.
Developers that want to contribute should reach out to @sssionggg with their thoughts and feedback.
Jupiter Working Group for Developers
SNS Records V2
SNS Records V2 is designed to enhance the reliability and security of domain records within the Solana
ecosystem.
Developed by Bonfida, this initiative addresses staleness and verification issues to ensure the integrity
and reliability of on-chain domain records. This gives developers accurate and secure data, and
more trust in the applications they build.
SNS V2 has 2 important features:
Staleness Mechanism: Ensures that domain records are current, preventing outdated information
from being inherited by new domain owners. This is crucial for maintaining accurate and relevant data
across apps.
Right of Association Mechanism: Verifies that the records are owned by the domain holder, preventing
impersonation and enhancing trust in on-chain identities.
With mechanisms in place to prevent staleness, developers can rely on up-to-date data that records
are owned by the legitimate domain holder.
Bonfida provides assistance and resources to help developers seamlessly integrate Records V2 into
their projects, including code examples and setup support.
SNS Guide: Records V2
Developer News
Transaction Commitment Levels
Solana’s transaction commitment levels of Processed, Confirmed, and Finalized play a crucial role
in ensuring the network’s reliability and security by providing clear indication of a transaction’s state.
Mastering these commitment levels is essential for building reliable and high-performing DApps that
meet user needs effectively and give developers the appropriate level of transaction finality for their
specific use cases.

Payments on Solana
Solana has quickly become the preferred blockchain for payments with its robust infrastructure and
speed of transactions with fintech giants like Stripe, PayPal, Visa, and Shopify integrating Solana for
payment solutions. This article covers the advancements and within the Solana ecosystem, focusing
on various payment tooling products and protocols developed by different teams and examples of
specific projects building the future of Solana’s global payment infrastructure.
Bonkathon Developer Resources
Whether you’re taking part in Bonkathon or not, this comprehensive set of resources will guide you
through every step of Solana development with a detailed getting started guide, video tutorials and
self-paced courses, tooling, SDKs, and APIs and open source projects to learn from.
Funding
Zeta Markets has raised $5 million in a strategic round, increasing its total funding to $13.5 million.
The round was led by Electric Capital with participation from notable angel investors like Anatoly Yakovenko
of Solana and Mert Mumtaz of Helius.
Seeds Labs, the developer of the Web3 game Bladerite, has raised $12 million in a seed funding
round with participation from investors including Solana Foundation. The funding will support the continued
development of Bladerite and its game asset market, aiming to create a sustainable economic
system within the game.
AgriDex, a Solana-based platform that tokenizes and trades agricultural commodities, has raised $5
million in a pre-seed funding round to grow the current team to build the platform to tokenize and list
more agricultural commodities.
optimisoor is a dashboard to monitor and analyze LST distributions on Sanctum using SolanaFM
APIs and GenesysGo’s Shadow Drive.
jito-test is an example of how to send a Jito bundle using Solana web3.js v2 preview.
Audius Music is an Unreal Engine plugin that allows developers to utilize the Audius API to stream
music from the Audius track catalog within their games.
Quick Hits
Bubblemaps analytical tools adds Solana support - @bubblemaps
Create Solana dApp adds support for Anchor 0.30 - @beeman_nl
Add your open source Colosseum Hackathon project to Awesome Solana repo - @joeymeere
Metaplex Startup Program introduces the inaugural cohort - @metaplex
New or Lesser Known Solana Groups to Follow - @therealchaseeb
Shyft adds Meteora DeFi data to superindexer - @Shyft_to
How Star Atlas Differs From Other Blockchain-Based Games - Crypto Gaing Experts
Real world problems solved by building an entire game on the blockchain - @tax_cuts

Listen to This
Validated
In this episode, Austin chats with Andrey Falaleyev, CTO of Neon, an EVM that lets devs build and
deploy dApps from EVM chains to Solana, all while maintaining compatibility with the EVM opcode
set.
Andrey discusses Neon’s decentralization and security, elucidating technical details around how
Neon’s parallelization works. He also sheds light on the kinds of teams interested in building on or
migrating over to Neon.
Parallelizing the EVM on Solana w/ Andrey Falaleyev (Neon)
Bonus Episodes:
Solana’s Filecoin Integration, Ethos, and DePIN with Austin Federa - DWeb Decoded
Aaron Stanley interviews Austin Federa, the Head of Strategy at The Solana Foundation. They discuss
Solana’s Filecoin integration, the concept of DePIN and its importance in the Solana ecosystem,
the role of meme coins in stress testing, Solana’s performance and architectural decisions, and the
upcoming Fire Dancer upgrade.
The Future Of Liquid Staking On Solana | FP Lee - Lightspeed
FP Lee (Sanctum) discusses the growth of liquid staking on Solana, launching LSTs, value accrual,
solving liquidity issues & some of the products sanctum is building.
Solana: The Promise of Stablecoins & Blockchains - Circle
Austin Federa, Head of Strategy at the Solana Foundation, sits down with Circle Director of Community,
Sam Sealey, to discuss the future of stablecoins and their role in the global economy.

Solana bulls are relishing renewed inflows to the asset with some anticipating a run to a new all-time high as
sentiments swing.
Solana remains an institutional investor favorite and has picked up huge gains in the last 48 hours. Recent gains
of SOL have led to bullish predictions of the asset going on an uphill run. A turnaround and change in market
sentiment can spur an upward trajectory for the asset although bear opine that a new all-time high is far off.
Solana hit an all-time high of $260 on November 6 2021 following the bull run that saw increased decentralized
finance (DeFi) numbers. At press time, the price of SOL stands at $159.2, 38% below its peak. Recent flows have
seen the going gear past $164 amid intra-day corrections.
Solana Goes Bullish
SOL is known for outpacing the market in a recovery and an upward momentum has been recorded in price,
institutional flows, and on-chain activities. In the last 24 hours, Solana has moved up 4% to a market cap of $71.3
billion. The asset’s 24-hour daily volume surged 31% to $3.9 billion as weekly flows hit 8.35%.
Solana’s sustained uptick has seen monthly movements above 20% igniting a stronger rally in the community.
The asset’s total value locked (TVL) across DeFi platforms stands at $4.42 billion, a 7.83% increase while volumes
in the same period are up $1.2 billion. Top protocols include Jito, Marinade, and Kamino all above $1 billion in
TVL.
According to some crypto enthusiasts, Solana has always found a way to capture the market’s attention through
non-fungible tokens (NFTs) in 2021 and meme coins in 2024.
Can Solana Memecoins Rally Asset?
The current price of SOL is far off from its all-time high in the short term because interest rates remain unchanged.
Crypto bulls have pointed to Solana meme coins craze and a potential cut in rates by the Federal
Reserve as factors that could lift to asset to a new resistance level.
Solana meme coins are up 6.4% in the last 24 hours with its market cap above $7.5 billion. A key factor driving
bullish projections is the inflow of new tokens posting 50X gains in daily trading. Rate cuts will add to the values
of meme coins as investors will move funds to risky assets.
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Bonk (BONK) and BOOK OF MEME (BOME) are among the top memecoins trading with some users backing the former’s
inflows.
BOME has seen renewed inflows on the back of the positive United States Consumer Price Index (CPI) which has flipped
market sentiments. The wider crypto market has seen renewed flows with Bitcoin hitting $66,000. These bullish upticks
have led to a rally in memecoin prices across the board.
BOME and BONK have both recorded inflows wiping off some parts of previous losses recorded due to market fluctuations.
However, although BONK is the bigger asset, BOME has notched higher showy-term inflows with bulls anticipating
more flows similar to Q1 2024 numbers.
BOME To Displace BONK?
At press time, BONK is the sixth largest memecoin by market cap while BOME follows closely in seventh. The market capitalization
of both assets stands at $1.68 billion and $849 million respectively. BOME has seen 8% daily inflows pushing
its price to $0.01235. Weekly surge to the asset has grown above 20% while 30-day movement is at 49.4%.
This giant leap of the asset has ignited bullish momentum upwards with BONK the next asset in sight. Although the difference
between the market cap is huge, some users believe a sustained price rally in 12 months could record significant
progress
BOOK OF MEME has also seen increased daily volumes at $498 million as users pour funds into risky assets. The Solana
memecoin frenzy has sparked a surge in the asset as the coin continues to outpace the market.
BONK Records Flows
Although BOME’s short-term flow is significantly higher, BONK is the bigger asset by market capitalization and has posted
decent flows. In the last 24 hours, the asset moved up 6.8% to a price of 0.000025. This week, it has seen an 11% rise
and maintains a 78% monthly flow over the former.
BONK rallied on renewed inflows after the CPI data, Solana memecoin frenzy, and industry developments. The asset’s
price jumped 7% after a listing on Bithumb, the second-largest cryptocurrency exchange in South Korea. With increased
activity following a market reaction, many wonder about the chances of BOME to dethrone the asset.

@BozoCollective
INTRODUCING $BOZO Gamified Meme Staking Cards!
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How it works:
Use 250m Bozo to claim a crate. (prepare ahead of time because spots are limited.) Each crate contains 1 of 8 Unique
cards with a different staking bonus/rarity. Multipliers are based on crate price. 250m $bozo x Multiplier = Apy payout
Ex. 250m (Crate price) x 1.5x (Multiplier) = 375M vested over 1 year. These cards are NOT NFTs and are completely offchain.
Each card can be staked for 365 days before becoming inactive. This is for sustainability. (Alpha) Card collectors are
favored.
Marketplace:
If you miss launch day and are to slow to grab some crates you can buy directly from our in-app marketplace. Users can
sort by ROI based on listing price, rarity, or price. Mint a mythic and want to flip it immediately? YOU CAN!

Portfolio:
Users can manage their portfolio within the app. Stake/Unstake/Sell your cards as you want and even transfer between
wallets.

More detailed information is coming soon in our Meme-card staking docs.

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McSwap 1.4 (beta) was just pushed live!
Now supports SPL Tokens and both cNFT & NFT trades.
When you need trustless, private, p2p asset trades, you McSwap.
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Use ours, or host and brand your own. https://mcswap.xyz #Trustless #NFT #CNFT $SOL #Solana By
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@glennhodlNFT
Who are the real Kings of Solana? In this very special deep dive thread, I take a long hard look at
@DeadKingSociety. // Who are they? // // What do they do? // Read on to find out.
Here’s what I’m going to cover in this thread. A disclaimer - I am not affiliated in any way with
@DeadKingSociety, nor do I own any of their collections. Huge thanks for @TurntUpDylan for his time and
input.
// B A S I C S //
DKS are amongst the most sought-after NFT-gated communities on the Solana blockchain. Holders have access
to: // The Commonwealth // A high quality community “providing investment opportunities and friendships [...]
otherwise difficult to obtain”.
Of the full 100, currently around 82 Kings have been “found”, with 18 yet to be revealed. Of those, none are
listed on any marketplace and are normally traded OTC. Of the Signets, 11 are listed with a floor of 125 Sol. Buy
them on @tensor_hq, obvs.
// O R I G I N S //
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The project’s public presence began in February 2022,
when DAO allocations began for a new collection branded
“Dead King Society”. Even early on, the project prided
itself on being exclusive, and of the very highest quality.
https://x.com/deadkingsociet/DeadKingSociety/
status/1496946211709849612?s=20gSociety/status/1496946211709849612?s=20…
The 300 Signets were minted back in March 2022. The
Kings have been auctioned and sold privately 1/1 throughout
2022 and 2023. The auctions have gained momentum
over time. Around September 2022 prices accelerated and
regularly exceeded 200 Sol.
On January 5, DKS saw its first 1000 Sol sale, as @jedidiahelite
joined the project. To date, there are still 18 Kings
yet to be found. https://x.com/deadkingsociet/Dead-
KingSociety/status/1611106093203181582?s=20…
Dead King Society describes its community as: // The Commonwealth
// Delivering an exceptional Web3 community
of outstanding and like-minded individuals. It aims to be a
“Web3 destination of choice”. What does that mean? Let’s
look at The Pillars.
The Pillars are the “WEN UTILITY” of @DeadKingSociety.
They are the charter by which the project judges itself.
/ E V O L U T I O N //
DKS began as a project aiming to produce tools for the
Solana ecosystem, and provide a share of their revenue
to holders. It developed, however, into something less
technological, and more personal. So what exactly is DKS
all about now?
// PILLAR 1: Content Creation. //
From its own collections to its internal & external output,
DKS aims to “push the boundaries of what NFT ecosystem
participants accept as standard for PFP collections.” Much
of this push for excellence is around art - both generative
but increasingly 1/1 and original.
// PILLAR 2: Social Experience. //
An NFT project must provide more to its holders than they
would gain by selling their token. This pillar represents a
dedication to community curation and development. DKS
have striven to add thought leaders, project founders,
consultants, and investors to their ranks.
In short: the Commonwealth is full of giga-chads. (We’ll
meet some of them below). This pillar also entails PFP and
real-life representation, with a dedication to expanding
outside the four walls of the discord chat and encouraging
in person meet-ups.
// PILLAR 3: Trading. //
“To drive tangible value back to its hodlers through active
participation in the NFT and Crypto markets.” DKS adds
value to its members with insight, analysis, & alpha from
the sharp end of the space, as well as exclusive whitelist,
presale, & cross-chain opportunities.
// PILLAR 4: Tech & Beyond. //
The project actively seeks to pursue tech development
opportunities, and has developers on staff to create and
sustain tech infrastructure for the benefit of the ecosys-

tem. A throwback to their origins as a tools-based start-up?
For example? They have created Trove (@trove_crypto), a Treasury Management product for NFT project founders,
which recently won the DAO track at @Solana’s #grizzlython competition: https://x.com/trove_crypto/s/trove_crypto/
status/1644389007772762112?s=20…
// E T H O S //
The Ethos which governs DKS can be found at https://deadkingsociety.io/#ethos It is a set of principles that aid the
community in adding to & multiplying each other’s capabilities, opportunities, & resources. All whilst maintaining intelligence
and integrity in their investments.
// N O B L E S //
The next big evolution of the project. DKS have recently announced an important development in their token phenotyping.
Signets are becoming Nobles, with DKS are promising ‘an outstanding experience’ for Signet holders: https://x.com/
deadkingsociet/DeadKingSociety/status/1638211936801247232?s=20…
Each Dead King will be affiliated with 3 Nobles and will be closely tied to them with specific utility and benefits. In this
way the project is trying to deepen their community ties and foster greater value through intimate relationships. Dates
to be confirmed.
For example, the recently announced Pirate or Poker King nobilities: https://x.com/deadkingsociet/Dead-
KingSociety/status/1648049562001592326?s=20… https://x.com/deadkingsociet/DeadKingSociety/status/1642973592689188866?s=20…
/ P E O P L E //
A note on some personnel involved. DKS was founded @TurntUpDylan, @two__ices, and @david_karstens who run it
alongside council members @DmanSpain1, @koirakes, @YupiG_Crypto, & @PetarNFT
Original art is by @CryptoDex_NFT. But who else can you find inside the Commonwealth?
Let’s meet some current and former Kings. NB - This is JUST A SAMPLE. There are over 60 Kings and hundreds of Signets,
and I haven’t done research on every single one of them. However, here’s a selection of some you may have heard of:
@iamkadense- An internet Pengu, art Maxi, and @solBOOGLE member
@bengi_sol- @YoggDAO council member and investment advisor
@chivasweb3- Co-founder of Nekozuma, project advisor, and DeGod
@danico_crypto - @JarpixDao buidler and @MadSkullsDAO member
@daorithm- Also member of @HotHeadsNFT and @EnigmaVentures

@JonnyyFake- @fakealphadao founder, investor and strategist
@hawcas- Founder of @UbikNFT
@humbledoredore- Notable @solBOOGLE member
@j0xnah- Founder of @ogres_nft, artist
@Crouserrr- Content creator, writer, @EYEKONNFT founder, and all round good vibes machine.
@Jimmythegreek99- Cets and Jikans giga-whale
@Simba_sol- Founder of @YoggDAO
@Theude_sol- CEO of @longwoodlabs, creators of @playtheheist and @RemnantsNFT
@voshy- Member of @_ledao, @SolanaMBS, @solBOOGLE, and ex-CPO of Solflare
@MaxBrsNFT- Educator, strategist, writer, and lover of all things green.
@Sea3P0- Musician, author, influencer, and YouTuber. @koalafan11 - Angel investor, apparently once spent 6k Sol on an
SMB.
@drewflet- Artist, head of DKS Art Council, founder of ForgeBots
@jeditrinupab- Nekozuma co-founder, content-creator, and Web2 influencer
@CryptoApe0- CEO of @MultiChainInc, advisor to multiple projects including @SharkyFi
@wing_sol- Business Development at @MagicEden
@yo_luchador- BAYC holder & @proof_xyz member
@SolCultures- Founder of @TheRealmsDAO and @RebornSolana
@juicecrypt0- Co-founder of @playtheheist via @longwoodlabs. Former athlete.
@_MarkTan_- Member of @XDeGods, @HotHeadsNFT, @TheBOOMonsters, and CEO of @Tcapitalcoin
@kubs23- Founder of @UndergroundD0A, co-founder @TheHiddenNFT
@NFT_Doctor33 - @solBOOGLE member, degen whale trador, real-life doctor and erstwhile PHD student.
@jedidiahelite- Founder of @eliteemperornft, buyer of the first 1000 Sol DKS purchase.
@asiangirlintech- Angel investor, Head of Growth at @clockwork_xyz, and apparently the nicest person on Solana. This
is NOT an exhaustive list. Yes, I missed people, no it was not deliberate. Apologies to the DKS holders above if any details
are incorrect.
// C O N C L U S I O N //
DKS represents the embodiment of the value of community & connection, above & beyond the speculation of a specific
token, coin, or jpeg. Like other similar communities, their biggest asset is their members, & as such they remain hugely
resilient to market turbulence.
From the Kings I have spoken with, there is no doubting this is a community of the very highest quality: character, knowledge,
insight, and excellence. The member-list above, while not exhaustive, gives insight into this. “Community is the
new meta”.
You can find out more about DKS from their website: https://deadkingsociety.io which was created by the indomitable
@KEMOS4BE.

@iamhenrykoko
This Thread of for The Rise of Solana Meme coins in 2024!
The Solana blockchain has recently witnessed a significant surge in the popularity and value of its meme coins,
with several tokens experiencing unprecedented growth in 2024.
One of the primary reasons for the meme coin frenzy on Solana is the blockchain’s ability to handle a high volume
of transactions at low fees, making it an attractive platform for launching new tokens. This has resulted in a
vibrant ecosystem of meme coins and new projects.
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Among the top performers, Dogwifhat ($WIF) has seen a
remarkable increase in value, surging by 2,721.2% since
the beginning of 2024. This growth can be attributed to a
combination of speculative trading and community-driven
hype, and strategy marketing by creators.
Another notable success story is the meme coin Slerf,
which has seen its market capitalization grow to $304.31
million. This growth is partly due to the token’s unique
branding and its strong presence on social media platforms,
where it has garnered a significant following.
The rise of Solana meme coins can also be attributed to
the broader crypto market sentiment in 2024, with many
investors seeking high-risk, high-reward opportunities in
the wake of the 2022-2023 bear market.
Despite their speculative nature, some Solana meme coins
have managed to establish strong communities and ongoing
development efforts.
Projects like Book of Meme ($BOME) and Wen ($WEN)
have introduced innovative token distribution models and
utility features, aiming to provide more value to token
holders beyond mere speculation.
It’s worth noting that the meme coin market is inherently
volatile and unpredictable, with tokens often experiencing
rapid price swings based on market sentiment and hype
cycles.
As such, investors are advised to approach these assets
with caution and conduct thorough research before making
any investments.
In conclusion, the rise of Solana meme coins in 2024 can
be attributed to a combination of factors, including the
blockchain’s scalability and low fees, a vibrant ecosystem
of projects and the broader market sentiment favoring
high-risk investments. As the trend continues, it will be interesting
to see how these meme coins evolve and whether
they can maintain their momentum in the long term.
For those interested in learning more about Solana meme
coins and staying updated on the latest developments,
platforms like CoinGecko and Cryptopulseblog offer comprehensive
market data and insights. Additionally, following
the projects on social media can provide valuable information
about their progress and community engagement.
As we continue to monitor the growth of Solana meme
coins, it’s clear that this trend represents an exciting and
dynamic aspect of the broader crypto ecosystem.
Whether these tokens will achieve long-term success
remains to be seen, but for now, they offer a fascinating
glimpse into the ever-evolving world of digital assets.

@0xGumshoe
$500, the bare minimum price of SOL by the end of this cycle. Here’s why & how:
Thought Process
Solana should end this cycle with hundreds of billions of FDV or else the market is wrong Its metrics,
activity, growth, adoption, and narratives all support this assumption.
Simple Maths
The thesis is simple: SOL should go at least towards ETH’s Bull Market Breakout price: ETH’s Bear
Market Low: $131B ETH Bull Market Breakout: $227B Let’s go onto Price Targets:
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Bear Case
The bear case for me is SOL reaching ETH’s Bear Market Low on the cycle top. This means that SOL would
go to $296 per token.
Medium / Optimistic Case
It’s reasonable for SOL to hit the market cap of ETH when it had its bear market breakout. This means that
SOL would go to $513 per token.
Bull Case
Ethereum’s bull market support and breakout price is around $2.5K or around $300B Market Cap This means
that SOL would go to $679 per token

SOLETH
SOL has severely outperformed ETH and is on its way to 0.1 Assuming ETH pumps 100%, at a 0.1 ratio SOL
would be at ~$600
Why compare Mkt caps?
Because SOL is several times better than ETH while being 1/4 of its market cap There is no better L1 than
Solana in any way so far tech-wise and adoption
Thoughts
Odds of Solana reaching ranging (+-$100) on the Medium case price target are quite high, obviously assuming
this bull market isn’t over and still has a lot of steam. IMO Medium Case has 65% odds, 10% for Bear and 25%
for Bull

What is SPL-404? Solana’s Hot New NFT Standard
A novel token standard, SPL-404, is gaining attention
on Solana for its ability to integrate NFTs and
DeFi.
This approach combines the distinct qualities of
NFTs with the liquidity and fungibility of traditional
tokens, creating a unique hybrid asset.
This token standard allows swapping of NFTs into
certain number of tokens, and vice-versa.
What is SPL-404 Token Standard?
Think of SPL-404 as a hybrid token — it uses
Solana’s Token22 standard to mint NFTs with an
intrinsic token value.
Traditional NFTs represent unique digital items,
such as artwork, collectibles, or in-game assets
and are typically less liquid than fungible tokens
because each asset is unique. SPL-404 changes
this by allowing NFTs to have an intrinsic token
value, effectively assigning each NFT a certain
number of underlying tokens.
This value can vary based on factors such as
rarity, demand, or the tokenomics defined by the
creators of a given collection.
As a result, this token standard provides more
flexibility in trading and accessing liquidity.
find someone who wants the tokens worth.
• Accessibility: SPL-404 can lower the cost
of getting into NFTs; instead of buying a
single expensive piece, you can get in at a
level that suits your budget.
• Flexible Use Cases: This new standard
opens some possibilities. For example,
in a game, an SPL-404 NFT might be an
in-game item with a token value, making
it easier to trade or sell when you’re done
with it.
What are some current SPL-404 Projects?
Several projects on Solana are already adopting
the SPL-404 standard.
These projects leverage the hybrid nature of SPL-
404 to offer unique digital assets with more liquidity
than traditional NFTs. Here are some examples:
1. Mutantmon
2. Fluffys
3. Mall Street
4. Gogonauts
Gogonauts, Mall Street, Fluffys, The Delinquents
How does SPL-404 Combines DeFi and NFTs?
SPL-404 combines DeFi and NFTs by enabling
NFT assets to be more like traditional tokens.
• Ease of Trading: If each NFT has a built-in
token value, it’s easier to buy and sell. You
don’t have to hunt for a specific buyer—just
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@CompoundI3
“THE COME UP” Shining the light on an artist who may not currently be in the spotlight. But personally, enjoying
their work they might just be on the come up!
@seminomaden is a photographer not afraid to experiment with different exposures and filters.
Semi’s nostalgic style reminds me of a time when everything seemed simpler and full of life. A time when the
days seemed to last forever, and worries were non-existent. “A glimpse of summer” collected by @Johnny_Vineyard
“Pure Happiness?” collected by @Johndoe8891.
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Semi’s technique was influenced by Chinese photographer Fan Ho and abstract photographer Alexander Aka @
wrapped_nil “The-others” collected by @N8Solomon.

@VainsangNFT
I’ve been collecting art from multiple artists during all the bear market. Most of them are pretty much unknown,
or at least highly underrated. So, I’d like to highlight a few of them in this thread and I strongly encourage you all
to give them a follow.
Let’s start with @kokoabdan_ AKA Devil Dan. He is as humble as he is talented. He is behind the Underworld Degens
collection of new art as well as several collabs with DeGods and Primates with a great quality. He also works
on @StolensNFT and has his own auctions.
If you’d like to see the process (I love that kind of video myself), here you go! You like it? Go follow @kokoabdan_
Then, let’s talk about @artikudee. I discovered him quite recently through @Pearlyrex who’s also an awesome
artist too, but who is a bit more know in the space already. I love @artikudee clean and colourful style. I recently
minted this one but he also makes animated ones.
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@NeuromindArt has been honing his skills as an artist
since 2010 and started using AI in 2016. He’s a hard worker
like I’ve rarely known and he has worked on the art for
@NetrunnerNFT, Cyber Syndicate, @sol9lives and most
recently @AlphaPharaohs Seers.
Example of an animated artwork from @artikudee. You
like it? Go give him a follow.
I’d say his main vibe and what defines his style revolves
around the Cyberpunk universe, and he likes to create a
whole lore alongside his creations. A few months ago, he
started a collection named Quantum Architects on http://
exchange.art along these lines.
Let’s continue with @NeuromindArt. He is an AI artist. I
hear a lot of hate towards AI art, so let’s first address that
shortly. People think that it’s not art, that it doesn’t require
any work, or that the machine did all the job. That’s
all wrong. It’s just a tool he masters.
@NeuromindArt works in collaboration with his wife @
DarkLadySolana, a lovely woman that likes to create in a
more fantasy theme, with elves, fairies, and mystical creatures
or places. She also deserves a follow. Here’s are two

pieces I collected from her.
In a very different style, I just discovered @BoxPalette and
I couldn’t refrain myself from buying this beautiful piece.
Go check her work, it’s very refreshing.
I’ll end with @Ubiquitous_Art, who is also an AI artist.
He has his own strong style that I wouldn’t know how to
describe with words but that he describes himself as “Psychedelic
Sci-fi”.
All I can say is that I vibe with a lot of his colourful pieces,
just got this one btw.

Ubiquitous is also the artist behind the famous @The-
OrbitalNFT which recently launched with an awesome
collection. So once more, don’t hesitate to follow him.
I didn’t talk about everyone, I love a ton of other artists,
but some are already well known in the space such as
@SCUMSOL or @Pearlyrex. I believe that every artist
should support one another, so if you are tagged in this
thread don’t hesitate to share and follow the other ones!

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joeymono

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