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THEPEPEKING is a masterpiece. 
 
 A nod to one of the greatest movies ever made, by one of the greatest memes to ever exist. 
 
 Pepe WILL go down in history as a selfless King who helped to topple the corrupt traditional financial system, and enabled artists around the globe to spread messages of peace, prosperity & pacifism. 
 But, its still very early days. And if this statement is to become true, we (the Pepes) may first need to weather a lot of the same trials and tribulations become of the young prince, Simba. 
 
 Just like in the movie, the jungle is ready for new leaders, yet, perhaps those who are chosen to lead may prefer not to, or perhaps they are not ready to. 
 
 However, in the words of the Mighty Mufasa A king's time as ruler rises and falls like the sun. One day, Simba, the sun will set on my time here, and will rise with you as the new king 
 
 In the end, everything that the light of Pepe touches, will become Pepes Kingdom.

THEPEPEKING

PROPHECY reminds us of our changing paths in life. Take advantage of being alive because an end is Inevitable. 
 
 PROPHECY is an A.I generated piece that was created by blending multiple prompt-based renders together. The A.I generated piece has been sent through an analog signal chain via conversion, which rendered the image directly onto a CRT TV manufactured between the year(s) 1990 & 2002. The artwork was glitched and color-graded using a variety of video synthesis hardware, then, polished using video editing software.
 
 Video Size: 2000 x 2000px 
 TV Model & Year: Sylvania, 2002

PROPHECY

Dave Van Patten's Tune in Tune out is a visually striking piece that delves into the complexities of life and death. For Dave, these themes extend beyond a simple contrastive dichotomy. His skull creation reimagines the age-old motifs of light and dark, yin and yang, and ascension and dissension, illustrating the intricate balance between opposing life forces. The strobing background invites viewers to consider alternate interpretations, such as a transition portal or a channel change, echoing the exhibition's theme of The Inevitable: Life, Death, and the After. By challenging traditional perspectives, Dave encourages us to explore the deeper nuances of existence and transformation  all while enjoying some wicked skull art.

Tune in Tune out

The innocence of the child contrasts sharply with the darkness and violence of the bomb, highlighting the tragic reality that future generations inherit the consequences of our actions. The piece challenges us to consider the long-term impact of our decisions and the importance of promoting peace and diplomacy over violence and conflict.

Nuclear Peace

Morning Cigarette

Even if it kills me, ill love every drop of it.

The Sweet Venom of Your Lies

Redlion Gazette

# FOMO Station
 - Redlion Gazette 138
 - Week 18 2023
 
 The frenzy and chaos of FOMO-ing into questionable adventures. It's a cautionary tale that reminds us to always think twice before jumping on the next get-rich-quickbandwagon, you might get rich, but you might also get REKT.
 
 ## Articles:
 - [This Week in NFTs: ETH Staking, ETH Burning & ChatGPT TURBO](https://www.redlion.news/article/this-week-in-nfts-eth-staking-eth-burning-and-chatgpt-turbo)
 - [Memecoin Pepe Trading Burns Ether: Bullish Case for Ethereum](https://www.redlion.news/article/memecoin-pepe-trading-burns-ether-bullish-case-for-ethereum)
 - [OPNX Exchange Faces Dubai's Wrath: Three Arrows Capital in Hot Water](https://www.redlion.news/article/opnx-exchange-faces-dubais-wrath-three-arrows-capital-in-hot-water)
 - [Live Interview with Marlon - Muralist/Illustrator/Artist](https://www.redlion.news/article/live-interview-with-marlon-muralist-illustrator-artist)
 
 **The Redlion Gazette is the world's first weekly NFT magazine publication on the Ethereum blockchain.** Each week, we document NFT & crypto news, plus global historical events. We curate our findings into interesting and educational articles. Lastly, the content is wrapped up by amazing NFT cover art.
 
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Redlion Gazette #138

# The Golden Mistouch
 - Redlion Gazette 139
 - Week 19 2023
 
 Elon continues to play Midas everywhere he goes with his golden sink. Was the Miladys' meme tweet by chance or did he know what he was doing?
 
 ## Articles:
 - [The Elon Effect: How One Tweet Sent Milady NFT and Meme Coin Soaring](https://www.redlion.news/article/the-elon-effect-how-one-tweet-sent-milady-nft-and-meme-coin-soaring)
 - [Meet Jake Fried: The Experimental Animator Pushing the Boundaries of Hand-Drawn Animation](https://www.redlion.news/article/meet-jake-fried-the-experimental-animator-pushing-the-boundaries-of-hand)
 - [Meet Ryan Koopmans: Nature & Architecture](https://www.redlion.news/article/meet-ryan-koopmans-nature-and-architecture)
 - [Meet Isabela: Feminine Portraits Inspired by Inner Feelings](https://www.redlion.news/article/meet-isabela-feminine-portraits-inspired-by-inner-feelings)
 
 **The Redlion Gazette is the world's first weekly NFT magazine publication on the Ethereum blockchain.** Each week, we document NFT & crypto news, plus global historical events. We curate our findings into interesting and educational articles. Lastly, the content is wrapped up by amazing NFT cover art.
 
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Redlion Gazette #139

# Today Shanghai, Tomorrow ATH
 - Redlion Gazette 135
 - Week 15 2023
 
 Ethereum breezed through The Shanghai Upgrade with the grace of a Shaolin shaman. Next, Vitalik will conquer scaling with the rapacious greed of a Visa executive!
 
 ## Articles:
 - [Ethereum Cruises Post Shanghai Upgrade. What's Next For Eth Devs?](https://www.redlion.news/article/ethereum-cruises-post-shanghai-upgrade-whats-next-for-eth-devs)
 - [What happened to Goblintowns Art?!?](https://www.redlion.news/article/what-happened-to-goblintowns-art)
 - [Alex Salnikov's Story: Rarible Founder Builds in Bear Markets, Flourishes with Future NFTs](https://www.redlion.news/article/Alex-Salnikov)
 - [Meet Beverly Kills: Subversive, Satirical NFT Innovator.](https://www.redlion.news/article/meet-beverly-kills-subversive-satirical-nft-innovator)
 
 **The Redlion Gazette is the world's first weekly NFT magazine publication on the Ethereum blockchain.** Each week, we document NFT & crypto news, plus global historical events. We curate our findings into interesting and educational articles. Lastly, the content is wrapped up by amazing NFT cover art.
 
 Visit [**gazette.red**](https://gazette.red)

Redlion Gazette #135

Redlion Studios

RIGHT CLICK AND OPEN IN NEW TAB ON [READ] BUTTON
 
 ETH-MEN Origins: Zieg explores the tragic backstory of General Zieg long before he became the feared Warlord of Gataxia.
 
 In the ancient lands of Planet Ur, the mighty Ghurkians have long waged wars against their planetary neighbours. General Zieg, the most cunning and talented of the Ghurkians, emerges as the great conqueror who will unite Gataxia underneath the Emperor's domain. But the path to glory is riddled with jealousy & treachery. With foes on both side of the war, General Zieg must battle with tooth and nail to emerge victorious or become another warrior lost in Ghurkian history.
 
 Authors:
 Captain Palawan (writer) 
 Bartholomew Littlesilver (illustrator) 
 
 Release Date: 28th Sep 2021
 
 Published by Redlion Studios 
 https://www.redlion.news/studios/eth-men-origins-zieg

ETH-MEN Origins: Zieg

# Travelling Gazette NFT NYC
 - Redlion Gazette 134
 - Week 14 2023
 
 This week the Gazette is making an irl appearance at NFT NYC! Friday night we will party and paint the Gazette with our frens at Studio 368. First every physical, collaborative cover!
 
 ## Articles:
 - [Definitive Guide to NFT NYC Parties, Events and Exhibits](https://www.redlion.news/article/definitive-guide-to-nft-nyc-parties-events-and-exhibits)
 - [From Bitcoin Ordinals to Stamps, What's Up With BTC NFTs](https://www.redlion.news/article/from-bitcoin-ordinals-to-stamps-whats-up-with-btc-nfts)
 - [Live Interview with jarrodt123.eth from Huddln](https://www.redlion.news/article/live-interview-with-jarrodt123-eth-from-huddln)
 - [Meet Dave Van Patten: From Doodling Skulls to NFTs and a Grammy](https://www.redlion.news/article/meet-dave-van-patten-from-doodling-skulls-to-nfts-and-a-grammy)

 **The Redlion Gazette is the world's first weekly NFT magazine publication on the Ethereum blockchain.** Each week, we document NFT & crypto news, plus global historical events. We curate our findings into interesting and educational articles. Lastly, the content is wrapped up by amazing NFT cover art.
 
 Visit [**gazette.red**](https://gazette.red)

Redlion Gazette #134

Michael Reeders work has been focused on the general theme of mortality for over five years, so he is a perfect match for The Inevitable: Life, Death, and the After. His ArtDrop for the exhibition, Wisdom Keeper, was originally a sketch for a painting intended for his November 2022 solo show in NYC. That painting shifted in a different direction, so he was able to jump back in and develop the image further. 

 Depicted is an old beat-up vinyl album cover for a faux band called Wisdom Keeper. He wanted to include the roughed-up patina on the album cover to represent age as a literal indicator of the existence of life and death and their relationship. Blending the face and graphic skull represents the finite nature of life and that everyone ultimately has an  expiration date. In addition, the overall proportions and shapes of the piece are entirely derived from Reeders Cyber Bandits PFP format.

Wisdom Keeper

IMPULSE by SABET

Follow your creative impulse, unless it will lead to chaos.

IMPULSE by SABET #35/977

TRUTH BY SABET

Truth is undeniable. Truth is LOVE. BE LOVE. - SABET

TRUTH by SABET

# Haring Humans '23
 - Redlion Gazette 133
 - Week 13 2023
 
 The more frenetic modern life becomes, the more Keith Haring's art represents humanity! This homage to the late artist highlights current web3 events such as Twitter's code release, NFT NYC & Tokyo, BRIC v. Dollar, & our upcoming irl event in NYC!
 
 ## Articles:
 - [This Week in NFTs: Yugas Mechs, Reddit Gen 3, Metamask Rumors, NFT Inspect Acquisition](https://www.redlion.news/article/this-week-in-nfts-yugas-mechs-reddit-gen-3-metamask-rumors-nft-inspect)
 - [Corporate Web2 Giants, Ticketmaster, Disney, and Nasdaq, make Web3 Moves.](https://www.redlion.news/article/corporate-web2-giants-ticketmaster-disney-and-nasdaq-make-web3-moves)
 - [A Gentlemens (Rektguy) Bet: Chivalry, Honesty and Degeneracy Coexist within NFT Communities](https://www.redlion.news/article/a-gentlemens-rektguy-bet-chivalry-honesty-and-degeneracy-coexist-within-nft)
 - [Meet Michael Reeder:  Confronting Mortality with Pixels and Spray Cans](https://www.redlion.news/article/meet-michael-reeder-confronting-mortality-with-pixels-and-spray-cans)
 - [CFTC Sues Binance Over VPNs & Internal Texts, Calls Cryptos Commodities](https://www.redlion.news/article/cftc-sues-binance-over-vpns-and-internal-texts-calls-cryptos-commodities)
 - [Meet Masnah: Graffiti Artist, Got Bricks Founder and Brooklyn Ground Pounder](https://www.redlion.news/article/meet-masnah-graffiti-artist-got-bricks-founder-and-brooklyn-ground-pounder)
 
 **The Redlion Gazette is the world's first weekly NFT magazine publication on the Ethereum blockchain.** Each week, we document NFT & crypto news, plus global historical events. We curate our findings into interesting and educational articles. Lastly, the content is wrapped up by amazing NFT cover art.
 
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Redlion Gazette #133

# Pepeangelo's Sybil: Patroness of Accruing Airdrops
 - Redlion Gazette 132
 - Week 12 2023
 
 Behold, this marble marvel by Michel... ahem, Pepeangelo. In the ether up above, where airdrop gods accumulate ungodly sums of Arbitrum, Sybil sums her Layer 2 tokens! From many wallets, one.
 
 ## Articles:
 - [Hot NFT Goss: Chain/Saw Slices Matt Furie's Mint, A Kid Called Beast's Deranged DMs](https://www.redlion.news/article/hot-nft-goss-chain-saw-slices-matt-furies-mint-a-kid-called-beasts-deranged)
 - [CryptoPunks, Bored Apes and XCOPY Art... Live Interview with BAA.eth](https://www.redlion.news/article/cryptopunks-bored-apes-and-xcopy-art-live-interview-with-baa-eth)
 - [Meet Killer Napkins: Eerie brilliance, from concrete to NFTs](https://www.redlion.news/article/meet-killer-napkins-eerie-brilliance-from-concrete-to-nfts)
 
 **The Redlion Gazette is the world's first weekly NFT magazine publication on the Ethereum blockchain.** Each week, we document NFT & crypto news, plus global historical events. We curate our findings into interesting and educational articles. Lastly, the content is wrapped up by amazing NFT cover art.
 
 Visit [**gazette.red**](https://gazette.red)