First page of my Steemit inspired comic!

Like most of us, I’ve been thinking about Steemit a lot. My thoughts tend to perpetuate down various paths and possibilities of the site and it’s potential impact when it hits the mainstream; that and how that kind of growth would affect the STEEM currency.

I like to write and I like to draw comics, so I spent the last two days developing a world where Steemit explodes. The site catches like a wild fire, upending the mundane lives of millions. I imagine an internet where you can buy groceries and clothes off of Amazon, and pay with STEEM. As retailers begin accepting the cryptocurrency, it gains legitimacy, and a fervent cycle begins. More and more people work from home, earn rewards and buy and sell accordingly. Less “real” money being made and spent.

Going even further down this hypothetical rabbit hole, I see physical currencies diminishing in value. Talking with my friend @mada he suggested I focus this story on Great Britain, especially with The City Of London’s weird laws on governance within The UK. The prospect of playing with the imminent impact post Brexit just seemed perfect for a dramatic interpretation of an uncertain future.

This first page is more of a treatment, of sorts. If it’s well received, I’d love to continue this story. It could potentially become a 22 “page” monthly comic, similar comic books you’d get in a store, or potentially, a graphic novel. I have a few intriguing characters in mind, including an ambiguous whale who was rumored to be homeless before making millions posting blogs from a public library.

If it doesn’t go any further, this was a lot of fun. I’m really happy with how it turned out and I worked through some of my problem areas with comic book design […specifically, the London financial distract at the bottom third of the page; I hate drawing cities and architecture]. 

Please keep in mind, this is a complete work of fiction. It’s not at all politically or sociality motivated in an way. That said, I’d love constructive criticism and feedback. Big thank you to @mada who was an invaluable resource in developing this early story.

Here's a speed drawing of the entire page for those that are interested. Stay in touch and follow me @kommienezuspadt!