Divitverse Celebrates The Ladies of BAYC!

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Aaron Haber🍌
@AaronHaberNov 5, 2025

The Spaces spotlighted the Ladies of BAYC ahead of ApeFest Las Vegas, with DiviVerse announcing sponsorship of the women-led private event. Aaron Haber hosted with Ernest Lee, joined by Adventurous Ape, Marov, Valerie (Red Rug Edutainment), and Sarah (Stargirl Salon). They traced the Ladies’ origins (driven by Nini and the “not-a-plus-one” ethos), shared safety-first event planning, and invited sponsors as guests. Practical details included an OpenPage attendance badge (password: ladies rule), a forthcoming Luma RSVP, and a Vegas primer (Area15, Meow Wolf, Zoox robotaxi). Guest spotlights covered Valerie’s on-site livestream/event production business, Marov’s Board Art Not Club filter app and Mr. Clean Cowboy brand, Adventurous Ape’s SheFi scholarship and early BAYC role, and Sarah’s Metaverse Stardrops avatars licensed for Otherside/Nifty Island. DiviVerse updates included Bulls & Bears avatars, Nifty Island events, a new site and Evo flow, Mula raffles (Otherside Koda, Deed, Gucci co-dependent, NFTs; later a Mutant via Blowies), SDK/Dolls one-of-ones, and Project Grails’ royalty game. Ernest previewed a Jacopo-wrapped BMW XM likely showcased at Area15 with a QR waitlist for DiviVerse’s upcoming platform. The session closed with ApeFest plans, poker, and a Creator House comedy show.

Ladies of BAYC-focused Dividers Space – Full Summary

Participants and Roles

  • Aaron Haber (Host; Divi Verse co-founder; Laughing Ape founder; comedian)
  • Ernest Lee (Divi Verse co-founder; former BAYC Board Council co-founder; owner of Combat Motors; BMW XM owner)
  • Adventurous Ape (early BAYC member; former BAYC Ladies Discord mod; ApeCoin DAO contributor; ShiFi scholarship awardee)
  • Morov (artist; co-creator of Board Art Not Club with Javi; founder of Mr. Clean Cowboy brand; model for Laughing Ape jacket)
  • Valerie (founder of Red Rug Edutainment; organizer of San Diego NFT Friends; event and livestream producer; former sports medicine surgical professional)
  • Sarah Stargirl (artist; creator of Stargirl Salon – Metaverse Stardrops; former BAYC Board Council member)

Purpose and Opening Context

  • The Space highlighted and celebrated the Ladies of BAYC ahead of Ape Fest in Las Vegas.
  • Divi Verse is sponsoring the Ladies of BAYC event next week; Aaron and Ernest sought guidance on respectful attendance (as plus-ones) while maintaining the event’s women-centered vibe.
  • An Open Page badge was launched for Space attendees commemorating the Ladies of BAYC segment (password: “ladies rule”, lowercase). Divi Verse plans to use badges for future gated utility.

Privacy and Doxxing

  • Adventurous Ape emphasized maintaining anonymity/safety by limiting public personal photos and real-life identifiers—especially relevant in crypto contexts.
  • Aaron acknowledged and supported that approach, sharing humor around his own doxxed presence and poor trading.

Origins and Ethos of the Ladies of BAYC

  • Morov traced roots to organizers including Nini and others who coordinated early meetups (notably in LA). The group evolved from “plus-one” status to “Ladies first”—creating dedicated spaces for women in Web3.
  • The ethos became “not a plus-one,” amplifying women’s representation and agency within BAYC.
  • A viral photo of the group was cited in a broader community debate about diversity; the Ladies’ visibility helped counter reductive narratives that BAYC was homogenous. While there were negative comments, it underscored their impact and visibility.

Upcoming Ladies of BAYC Event at Ape Fest

  • Intimate, curated gathering—capacity-limited, focusing on core female members.
  • Sponsors (including Divi Verse) are invited and welcomed as plus-ones; aim is to support without diluting the women-centric atmosphere.
  • Event details: Luma registration page to go live shortly; time indicated as Thursday at 4:30 (local). Venue intentionally not publicized for safety/security.
  • Event experience will include thoughtful details; Morov designed a special goodie. Divi Verse is contributing scratch cards in the swag bags (each reveals a prize redeemable via Divi Verse Discord ticketing). Top prizes tie to a forthcoming, as-yet-unannounced project.

Divi Verse’s Sponsorship and Engagement Plan

  • Divi Verse admires the Ladies of BAYC and is strategically eager to onboard them to upcoming products they believe will “revolutionize NFTs.”
  • Aaron offered to gift Ladies of BAYC either an SDK or a Doll NFT—members can DM wallet addresses to receive one.
  • Open Page badge for this Space is live (op.xyz, search “Divi Verse” community). Claim requires linking X and Discord; password is “ladies rule”. Divi Verse plans to weave badge possession into future utility unlocks.
  • Badge art anecdote: Aaron used Divi Verse’s “Broker” character at a podcast table and worked late with AI tools; stubborn composition quirks led to humorous “hands” positioning for the implied lady ape.

Speaker Projects and Initiatives

Adventurous Ape

  • BAYC Journey: Bought apes within ~24 hours post-mint; early involvement included moderating a Ladies-of-BAYC Discord; later contributed significantly to the ApeCoin DAO.
  • Current Work: In deep research phase on an ambitious, crypto/Web3-focused project (repurposing former LLC). Sharing details once validated.
  • Education: Awarded a scholarship from ShiFi (women’s crypto education)—starting next week amid Ape Fest. Interested in expanding beyond NFTs into DeFi.
  • Safety: Advocated for privacy around venue announcements due to crypto-event security concerns.

Valerie (Red Rug Edutainment)

  • Origin: Entered Web3 via Gary Vaynerchuk’s VeeFriends (2021). Co-founded San Diego NFT Friends, hosting monthly meetups.
  • Business: Established Red Rug Edutainment (2022), focusing on education delivered through entertaining events and livestreams.
  • Clients: First client was ex-NBA star Baron Davis (events at NBA All-Star; Cardano-based “Black Santa” project).
  • Livestream Tech: Invested heavily to ensure high-quality mobile production in difficult venue network conditions (router/hotspot workflows, sponsor overlays, full production value beyond basic phone-streaming).
  • Contact: [email protected] (humorous “won’t rug you” tagline; “Red Rug” evokes VIP experience).
  • BAYC Entry: Gifted a Mutant Ape by a fellow Lady of BAYC who appreciated Valerie’s contributions and expected Valerie to benefit from travel and access.

Morov (Board Art Not Club; Mr. Clean Cowboy)

  • Board Art Not Club (BANC): Formerly “Board Ape Not Club,” now “Board Art Not Club” to emphasize art-first. With partner Javi, built a free web app (gen.boardartnotclub.com) that generates images of apes with different hand poses/props (GM mugs, ape water, heart hands, glam nails, etc.).
    • Collaboration: Early partnerships with BAYC ecosystem brands (e.g., Ape Water) including micro-personalization (can labels with your ape).
    • Cultural Impact: Helped popularize GM mug imagery across ape timelines.
  • Derivative Art & Stop Motion: Created early ape derivatives (superheroes, movie icons). Currently producing high-end stop-motion puppets of their apes and an intricate physical clubhouse—supported by Thank Ape grant.
  • Mr. Clean Cowboy Brand: Scented candles, bathroom sprays, breath mints—“make apes smell good.” Shared experiences from Lisbon market (high travel/shipping costs, ultimately more gifting/trading than selling; reinforced community spirit).
  • Fashion: Modeled Laughing Ape smoking jacket at APE Fest Lisbon (design by Tiger; positive experience).

Sarah Stargirl (Stargirl Salon – Metaverse Stardrops)

  • Branding: Initially “Bordex Salon,” rebranded to “Stargirl Salon” with Yuga guidance.
  • Collection: Metaverse Stardrops—555 predominantly female-leaning avatars built on Sarah’s BAYC IP. Secured a special license with Yuga’s legal team.
  • Utility: Playable today on Nifty Island; models are being rigged (with Rita’s help) for Otherside.
  • Governance: Served two terms on the BAYC Board Council; supports hiring community members to operational roles to reduce need for council structures.
  • Collaboration: Previously helped Aaron secure BAYC grant funding for Laughing Ape’s multi-day comedy event.
  • Recognition: Thanked Ernest and Divi Verse for spotlight support; encouraged wider recognition of Divi Verse’s consistent support for women in BAYC.

Ernest Lee (Divi Verse; Combat Motors)

  • Sponsorship: Affirmed genuine support for Ladies of BAYC (not merely for event access). Attended last year’s Ladies event as a plus-one.
  • BMW XM Wrap: Commissioned Jacopo to reimagine his full BAYC set (ape + mutant) for a custom wrap; Koda art on tailgate included. BMW/Yuga expressed interest in showcasing the vehicle near Area 15 during Ape Fest (details pending). A QR code will likely be placed to join the early waiting list for Divi Verse’s forthcoming product.
  • Combat Motors Ride: Two-week cross-country ride on two rare Harley-Davidson CVO RR race-replica bikes (131 total made). Visited ~20 dealers; observed stark differences between corporate-owned vs. family-owned Harley dealers (community engagement and enthusiasm were notably higher in family-owned).
    • Harley Product Development Center (Milwaukee): NDA tour; standout experience in anechoic room simulating drive-by sound with mic arrays—room so silent that turning one’s head alters audibility; precision allows hearing electrical systems with engine off.
    • SNS Cycle (Viola, WI): Met Indian Racing team for King of the Baggers; friend now interviewing at Harley’s PD.

Divi Verse Ecosystem Updates

Bulls in the Block (and Bears/Evos/Buckle Ruse)

  • Collections: Bulls, Bears, Evos (legacy BOtB), plus upcoming Buckle Ruse (cowboys/cowgirls) commissioned from original Bulls artist Ruy.
  • Avatars:
    • Bears: modeled by CryptoSheep; rigging by Branches and team.
    • Bulls: modeled by Ditto (founder of Donna the Duck); rigging in progress.
  • Platforms: Avatars coming to Nifty Island and Otherside (ODK access confirmed). Bulls Island went live with its first event; more to come next Thursday.
  • New Website: Bulls in the Block site is imminent, with features to check Bear/Evo ties, create Evos, and simplify contract interactions (no more year-long lockups). Inner Circle NDA group will receive a preview link.

Mula Drip Rewards and Raffles

  • Mula: Off-chain points dripped to Bulls/Bears holders and through community participation (Discord engagement, amplification, poker wins, general helpfulness).
  • Upcoming Raffle (targeting Ape Fest week):
    • Grand prizes include an Otherside Koda, an Otherside Deed, Bulls in the Block, Bears in the Block, SDKs, Dolls, and a physical Gucci “co-dependent.”
  • Future Raffle: Mutant Ape to be raffled to holders after the launch of Divi Verse’s secret platform and mint of “Blowies” (lore: swamp-dwelling dolphins near BAYC, disguising themselves in ape traits to sneak into “the curb”). Holders must choose whether to spend Mula now or later.

SDKs and Dolls

  • Art Direction: John Winchell continues baby trait work (male traits complete; babies in progress).
  • Ladies’ One-of-One Dolls: Delivery underway; metadata updates visible on OpenSea, with delays on Magic Eden’s refresh cadence.
  • Offer: Ladies of BAYC can DM Aaron their wallet to receive either an SDK or a Doll.

Project Grails

  • Mint: 0.338 (currently around ~$75 with market volatility) for 3 NFTs.
  • Mechanic: At 50% mint, trading unlocks and the elimination game begins. The final Grail wins 100% of first-month royalties via Divi licensing.
  • Proven Model: Divi has paid out single-month royalties of over 26,000 ApeCoin previously; aim is to beat that in future cycles.

Open Page Badges

  • Platform: Open Page (op.xyz) by Sean “Nana”.
  • Use: Attendance badges now; holders-only educational badges later; gating for future utilities.
  • Today’s Badge: “Ladies of BAYC” Space badge live for a limited window; password “ladies rule” (lowercase), requires linked X and Discord.

Ape Fest Las Vegas Context and Logistics

  • Venue: Area 15 (art-forward complex) with experiences like Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart and recent John Wick activation; Superplastic shop liquidating final pieces after tariff impacts.
  • Collaboration Dream: Morov shared a long-held vision of a Meow Wolf x BAYC collaboration—psychedelic and immersive art synergy.
  • Transport Tip: Zoox robotaxi (Amazon-owned) runs free loops (no license to charge yet) between APE Hotel and Area 15 and other stops.
  • Poker Tournament: Bracelet is the unique prize (not cash). Speculation on tournament dynamics (mix of pros and enthusiastic amateurs). Aaron joked he’d sell the bracelet for his kids’ education; Ernest would keep it.
  • Creator House + Comedy: Aaron’s final Laughing Ape live show funded by the now-closed ApeCoin DAO—anchor comic is Jesse Joyce (Kimmel/Oscars writer). Show integrated into the Creator House launch; merch pickup starts Friday; RSVPs ~300–400.

Safety and Community Considerations

  • Venue Confidentiality: Adventurous Ape advocated keeping the Ladies’ event location private for safety—confirmed practice.
  • Women-forward Spaces: Reinforced “not a plus-one” culture to support representation and leadership of women in BAYC.
  • Diversity Narrative: Ladies of BAYC visibility helped challenge simplistic portrayals of BAYC’s demographics.

Action Items and Key Takeaways

  • Claim the Open Page badge (op.xyz → search “Divi Verse”; link X + Discord; password: “ladies rule”).
  • Ladies of BAYC: DM Aaron your wallet to receive an SDK or a Doll.
  • Watch Luma for Ladies’ event registration (Thursday at 4:30; intimate, capacity-limited; sponsors welcome as plus-ones).
  • Expect Divi Verse scratch cards in the Ladies’ event swag bags—redeem via Discord ticketing; top prizes are tied to an upcoming platform.
  • Stack Mula in Discord; Ape Fest raffle likely next week (prizes include Koda, Deed, Bulls/Bears, SDK/Dolls, Gucci item). Consider whether to save Mula for the later Mutant raffle post-“Blowies” launch.
  • Join Bulls Island event next Thursday on Nifty Island; avatars rolling out to Nifty Island and Otherside.
  • Inner Circle members: look for the Bulls in the Block preview site link; team section fixed.
  • At Area 15, look for Ernest’s wrapped BMW XM; scan the QR to get on the early waiting list for Divi Verse’s upcoming product.
  • Comedy show: after the Ladies’ event, Creator House launch with Jesse Joyce’s set.
  • Meet-ups: Ernest will post his Ape Fest meeting schedule (Mon–Mon). Aaron is local and available throughout the week.

Highlights

  • Divi Verse is actively sponsoring and supporting the Ladies of BAYC; attendance as respectful plus-ones.
  • Ladies’ event will be intimate, curated, and safe—venue kept private; Luma registration imminent.
  • Strong women-led initiatives showcased: Red Rug Edutainment, Board Art Not Club, Stargirl Salon.
  • Divi Verse ecosystem is expanding: Bulls/Bears/Evos avatars, new Bulls site, ODK access, Mula raffles, SDK/Dolls deliveries, Project Grails royalty game.
  • Ape Fest logistics and culture notes: Area 15 tips, free robotaxi, poker bracelet, Creator House comedy, potential BMW showcase.
  • Community appreciation: Thanks to Nini, Tiger, Javi, Rita, Jacopo, Sean “Nana,” Ditto, CryptoSheep, Branches; acknowledgment of Yuga/APE team efforts and broader BAYC diversity.