New Creative Era Do dark forests live forever?
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Dec 10, 2025 Josh and Yancey dive into the intriguing lifecycles of Dark Forest communities. They discuss how these online spaces begin, evolve, and sometimes decay. Key topics include the importance of consistent output and quality curation to prevent entropic decline. They highlight factionalism's role in community dynamics and explore how reputational roles retain talent. The conversation also touches on cultural legacies, revealing how ideas can endure long after groups have disbanded. Tune in for insights on fostering lasting connections in digital spaces!
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How Dark Forests Begin
- Dark Forest spaces often begin as small friend groups or forgotten corners of the internet where strangers self-select around a shared obsession.
- These organic origins let deep interest coalesce without mainstream interference, enabling strong communal bonds.
Do The Janitorial Work Early
- Do the janitorial and administrative work yourself early on because someone must carry unpaid organizational labor to keep the space alive.
- Prioritize a long-term focused leader to prevent atrophy and ensure steady direction.
Eighteen-Month Peak
- Many ad-hoc creative groups tend to peak or dissolve around 18 months due to life changes and randomness.
- Without formal coordination or nourishment, projects usually atrophy after that period.