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@BoredApeYCOct 10, 2026

The Spaces focused on Ape Fest preparation, a recap of the recent APAC tour, and a dense run-through of community-led side events and logistics. Baron and Illa set the tone: Ape Fest is nine days away, with Luma links pinned for all side events and a strong reminder to unregister if plans change. Juan recapped Seoul, Hong Kong, Manila, and Singapore: Seoul emphasized onboarding to Ape Chain through quests and APay with strong early metrics (95% new wallets; ~45% repeat check-ins), Hong Kong hosted strategic partner talks, Manila delivered powerful community moments (Jollibee included), and Singapore featured a high-security art tour at Freeport. Logistics dominated: Uber scarcity (plan 15–30 minutes), no parking at Beeple Studio (shuttles provided), carpooling encouraged, and strong caution against DUIs; wristbands must be picked up at Muddy’s or the pop-up with plus-ones present. Event highlights included Ape Games (outdoor BBQ, inflatables, team assignments), Dupes’ “balls” tournament, Board’n Lit cigar sessions, Waffles late night, Apes on Ice (check follow-up email), and a two-part Builders Brunch plus an Oct 13 NYC builder meetup at Alchemy. The community celebrated white-hat dev “Quit,” welcomed new apes like Nikki, and rallied against FUD (with Garga weighing in). Ape Chain remains “alive and well,” prioritizing builder support and prudent spending.

Ape Fest Countdown: APAC tour debrief, events, logistics, builders, and community updates

Quick orientation and voices in the room

  • Hosts and core participants referenced throughout: Baron (host), Illa (co-host), Spen (logistics/apechain), Juan/Won Kim (APAC lead), Godfather (aka “Chainsaw”), Dupes, Hoarder (Ape Games), A Cool Chick and Alpha DJ (Ape Games team), Cyber Jake, Squidly, Rita, Profits, Hype, Spencer (ApeChain), and broader community groups like Welcome Apes.
  • Others mentioned: Figgy, Kiki (Korea lead), Alexis Ohanian, Coffee (dev), and Garga (Yuga co-founder).

APAC tour debrief (Juan/Won Kim)

  • Overarching goal: Two-part APAC thesis
    • Part 1: Show up and connect with the Asia community.
    • Part 2: Activate with partners and build together; prioritize IRL because one dinner beats many Zooms.
  • Seoul (motherland for Juan):
    • BYC culture integrated into Seongsu pop-up; collaborated with Stone Rock.
    • Light-touch onboarding via questing and Apay; strong early funnel metrics:
      • Many new Glyph wallets created; ~95% of wallet creators were new to ApeChain.
      • A couple thousand quests started; 45% early participants returned for daily check-ins (completion figures pending).
    • ROI: Kickstarting adoption and familiarity with ApeChain and BYC experiences in Seoul.
  • Hong Kong: Strategic meetings with cultural leaders and potential partners.
    • Short visit (~36 hours); seeds planted for long-term plays (updates likely in weeks/months).
  • Manila: The most emotional stop.
    • First Manila visit; powerful community stories of mutual support; Figgy celebrated and embraced by his “motherland.”
    • Jollibee party energy—light, joyful, “kids again” vibes; pure community happiness.
  • Singapore:
    • Met with art community leaders; roadmap conversations felt strong.
    • Tour of Freeport Museum with Weiyang and Figgy; saw world-class art/collectibles (Picasso, rare specimens). Tight security; some content not shareable.
  • Summary ROI: “Happiness ROI” was high—came back “in profit” on joy and relationships.

Pre–Ape Fest energy and community spirit

  • Ape Fest is ~9 days away; momentum building fast; APAC tour added FOMO and goodwill.
  • New faces: Nikki (recent mutant holder) will attend her first Ape Fest; welcome culture continues via Welcome Apes.
  • Recognition: Quit selected as Ape of the Month for rapid, responsible action during a recent security incident.

Safety, logistics and etiquette for Charleston (Beeple Studio and beyond)

  • Registration and sign-ups:
    • BYC mega-thread and Luma links: Centralized thread pinned on BYC page; also accessible via BYC site’s Meetups section.
    • Etiquette: If you won’t attend, unregister to free limited seats (Tiger’s reminder).
  • Travel timing and ridesharing (Spen’s local guidance):
    • Expect 15–20 minutes for most car trips; Uber availability may lag, especially late night.
    • Be patient: Uber confirmations may take 10–15 minutes and can occasionally cancel once or twice.
    • Plan for longer-than-expected travel in the Carolinas; it’s more spread out and collegiate-town logistics apply.
  • No parking at Beeple Studio (critical):
    • Zero on-site parking. Arrivals by car will be turned away; plan drop-offs/ride shares.
    • Shuttles will transport attendees from Beeple Studio post-event to downtown Charleston hubs.
  • Alcohol and DUIs:
    • Free drinks at Ape Fest don’t mix with driving. Use shuttles/Ubers; retrieve cars the next day.
    • South Carolina enforcement is strict—avoid DUI risk.
  • Smoking and cannabis:
    • General common-sense guidance: “Don’t get caught” and avoid public/indoor smoking.
    • Beeple Studio will have an outdoor smoking area.
  • Carpooling:
    • Coordinate with ape friends to reduce ride demand and delays; share larger rides when possible.

Side events and activations (highlights and requirements)

  • Dupes’ “playing with balls” event (brewery on Daniel Island):
    • Capacity: Contracted for 150; pushing to 200. Public venue—anyone can visit the brewery, but gameplay slots are locked.
    • Tournament: 32 brackets, color-coded bracelets/courts; players must check in before 10:30 to start on time (3-hour window). Waitlisted players should arrive early; slots may open.
    • Fun mechanics: Trick-shots tied to a “gargle dance” and chicken dance; raffle of a custom ball (Sunny Days); 200 goody bags first-come-first-served.
    • Note: Brewery-to–Builders Brunch is ~22-minute drive; early game sequencing may prioritize those departing for brunch.
  • Ape Games (Hoarder, A Cool Chick, Alpha DJ, team):
    • Tickets: Live until midnight (as of this call); strong community support; rain or shine.
    • Experience: Barbecue catering confirmed; 70-foot inflatable; tug of war; games of skill, brain teasers, and passive games.
    • Schedule: Sunday, 10:00am–2:00pm; back outdoors “Lisbon vibes.”
    • Teams: Organizers assign team names; outcome remains Orange vs Aqua rivalry.
    • Prizes: Gotcha machine with mixed prizes in the works; potential Ape Fest merch additions.
    • Notable: Illa, Spen, and Lost committed to attend; friendly competition encouraged.
  • Borden Lit (Hype): Cigar sessions with freebies
    • Two sessions on the 16th: 12:00–1:30 and 2:00–3:30 (timed around paintball and Muddy’s).
    • Benefits: Free cigar per attendee; Smoking Guns matchbox + Born Lit hat giveaway.
    • Capacity: Less than 20 spots left per session; previously confirmed attendees must reconfirm by Friday 6pm ET.
  • Waffles (late-night food meetup):
    • Thursday night 11:30pm; ~200 already confirmed. Those seeking to eat should arrive by 11:30–12:00 due to heavy volume.
  • Apes on Ice poker + skating:
    • Poker requires a follow-up email to confirm you’re playing; otherwise you’ll just skate.
    • Skating caution: Know your limits; Marathon’s “hand-holding” for beginners humorously offered.
  • Builders and wristband pickup:
    • Ape Builder Brunch: Now a two-part activation due to venue capacity.
    • Muddy’s (Thu/Fri window): Dedicated 4–7pm builder hangout section outside on the dock. Wristband pickup will be available here (migrating from the pop-up earlier in the day).
    • New York builders (Oct 13): Alog and Spencer to host an impromptu builder session at Alchemy’s coworking space; Rita and others likely attending.
  • Profits’ event:
    • Oct 16, 6–9pm. High demand (“Luma broke” after BYC tweet); capacity limited; registration required; update coming within 48 hours.
  • Rita’s NYC mini-plans:
    • Oct 11–15: Informal NYC dinners/meet-ups for apes in town before Charleston.

ApeChain and builder ecosystem updates (Spen)

  • ApeChain status: Alive and well; focused on pragmatic, community-aligned decisions—avoiding “industry-normal” vendor fees where unnecessary and redeploying resources to support builders.
  • Builder support:
    • Open-door policy for migration or new builds; ODK/ApeChain ecosystem activity growing.
    • Contact: Ping Spen or anyone with a YugaLabs badge for intros/support; DMs open, calendar available.
  • Outlook: Expect more project reveals post–Ape Fest as builds mature.

Security, dev heroes, and white-hat culture

  • Quit’s leadership: Selected as Ape of the Month for decisive intervention during a recent exploit scenario; praised for quick action mindset and willingness to “just do it” when time-critical.
  • White-hat recognition: Coffee and other devs often quietly fix issues not publicly disclosed. Emphasis that we’re fortunate they’re on “our side.”
  • Broader takeaway: The space relies on ethical devs to prevent catastrophic chain reactions from small mistakes. Community urged to stay vigilant and appreciative.

Community culture: meet new apes, share stories, welcome energy

  • Squidly’s challenge: Spend at least 15 minutes with a new ape—especially those not active on Twitter; often the most genuine connections.
  • Humor & camaraderie:
    • “Chainsaw” nickname lore for Godfather; origin stories from Las Vegas; nicknames encourage storytelling over time.
    • Lisbon Ape Games memory: Beer pong + bananas + inflatables—pure joy and “childlike” fun; goal is fun ROI.
    • Life anecdotes: Illa’s 4 months in Nicaragua (treacherous roads, cowboy culture, dancing horses); reentry shock at smooth U.S. roads.
    • Camping jokes: Squidly jokes about camping near Beeple Studio; Rita emphatically denies co-camping.

Admin, FAQs, and schedule changes

  • Wristbands/tickets:
    • Pickup at Muddy’s (Fri) or the pop-up shop (Fri/Sat). Bring your plus-one when picking up; both must be present.
  • FAQ: Ape Fest FAQ pinned—single source of truth for event policies and logistics.
  • Office Hours: Weekly on Wednesdays (same time). Latest session covered ApeChain updates and looks meetups.
  • Next week’s Meet at the Clubhouse: Moved to Friday due to host travel; times to be posted.

Broader ecosystem moment: standing up for the club

  • Franksy’s post sparked a broader space response; community and external voices defended the club. Garga weighed in while also celebrating news of his first child—congrats extended.

Action items and reminders

  • Register now:
    • Use the BYC mega-thread for events/Luma links; secure slots early.
    • If you can’t attend, please unregister to free seats.
  • Check your email:
    • Apes on Ice poker requires a follow-up confirmation.
    • Some events (e.g., Borden Lit) require reconfirmation by specific deadlines.
  • Plan your logistics:
    • No parking at Beeple Studio—arrive via rideshare, coordinate drop-offs, and use shuttles after.
    • Build in 15–30 minutes extra for travel; expect Uber lag and late-night scarcity.
    • Carpool with ape friends when possible.
  • Safety:
    • Don’t drink and drive; leverage shuttles and late-night Ubers.
    • Smoking: use designated outdoor areas; avoid public/indoor spaces.
    • Ice skating: know your limits—avoid injuries.
  • Builders:
    • Attend Muddy’s builder session (4–7pm); wristband pickup available on-site.
    • NYC builders meetup Oct 13 at Alchemy (Spencer/alog hosting).
  • Gear/weather:
    • Evening temps can be cool—bring a hoodie/jacket.

Closing tone

  • It’s a packed, extended weekend (Thu–Mon). Hydrate, pace yourself, plan ahead, and make space for meeting new apes. If you’re skipping this year, expect FOMO—use it as motivation for next time. The club’s energy is high, events are diverse and well-organized, builders are shipping, and the community is rallying around safety, fun, and mutual support. See you in Charleston.