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LORE:

The Story Behind Based Minis

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The journey of Based Minis began years ago, rooted in a passion for creating something unique and joyful. What started as an idea for a game quickly transformed into an adventure filled with creativity, community, and unexpected turns. The true magic of the Minis emerged when they reconnected with the world of Web3.

The Birth of
the Minis

It all started when I set out to create a game. I began with coding, but soon my attention shifted to pixel art and character design. This new focus led to the birth of the first set of Minis. Around 2020, I shared these early Mini designs as scary movie characters on Pinterest, where they gained significant popularity. People loved the Minis’ playful, quirky charm, but I had no idea how far their reach would extend.

Quiet Rise to Fame

Years later, as I entered the Web3 space and established myself, I began hearing from people who recognized the Minis from Pinterest. They had no idea these were my creations! It was surreal to see how the Minis had lived their own digital life. This recognition inspired me to bring them back—this time with a twist.

The Peekcell Minis Era

Returning to the Minis, I decided to offer a “mini makeover” to people in my Web3 circles, transforming their profile pictures (PFPs) and NFTs from various collections into Minis. This move breathed new life into the Minis, and the design quickly caught on. I named them Peekcell Minis, and soon many people in the Web3 space were embracing the new Mini style.
One day, I received a message that changed everything: Gordon Goner, the co-founder of Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC), reached out to me, asking if I could turn his Bored Ape into a Mini. He shared how cool and fun the Minis were. After I created it for him and he posted it, my inbox exploded—hundreds of people, especially from the BAYC community, flooded my messages, requesting their own Minis!
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To keep up with the demand, I teamed up with Cap10bad, who assists with the coding, and I recreated the entire BAYC collection trait by trait to match the Peekcell Mini style. Together, we built Peekcell Mini Apes—a MadeByApes licensed platform where Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) holders can securely order a Mini version of their Bored Ape, directly to their vault.

The platform is designed with safety
in mind; holders can obtain their Mini Apes without needing to connect their vault wallets that hold their BAYC. They can mint a Mini using any other wallet they choose, including any hot wallet. This ensures that their valuable BAYC assets remain secure while they enjoy their new Minis.

This project has been a huge success. The platform is still active, and BAYC holders can continue to obtain their own Mini Apes through it. It has opened up a whole new chapter for the Minis and the community.

Did you know? The Based Minis collection size of 6,005 is a special tribute to Peekcell Odyssey’s 65 characters. The number 6,005 cleverly incorporates ‘65’ to honor the project that helped shape my journey as an artist.

The Evolution to Based Minis

After creating custom Minis for a while, I felt it was time to take the next step. I wanted to develop a pixel art PFP project that stayed true to the original Mini design while adding new layers of creativity. Thus, the version we now know as Based Minis was born, focusing on profile pictures and fostering deep connections within the Web3 community.

The Based Minis collection consists of 6,005 unique Minis, each brimming with personality and charm. Among them are 30 exclusive 1/1s, inspired by characters from my childhood and life - figures who have shaped me into the person and artist I am today. Including these special Minis is my way of sharing a piece of my own journey, weaving personal stories into the fabric of the collection.

Within the Based Minis collection, you’ll find references to well-known NFT projects -easter eggs for the community to discover. It’s a tribute to the projects and communities that have inspired me, embeded into the traits of the Minis themselves.

Peekcell Odyssey: A Parallel Adventure

While building my presence in Web3, I also created another project: Peekcell Odyssey. This story-rich art project is vastly different from the Minis, featuring 65 detailed characters, each with their own unique story. Set in the futuristic city of Neo Tokyo, the narratives are filled with romances, adventures, discoveries, and space exploration.

Peekcell Odyssey was inspired after spending time within the Chimpers community and explores an alternative future with touches from their lore. Interestingly, there’s also a place for the Minis in this future—they reside on the outskirts of Neo Tokyo, blending the worlds of Peekcell Odyssey and Based Minis. Some of the Mini traits are even based on adventurers from Peekcell Odyssey. How these stories connect is still unfolding, and I can’t wait for you all to explore and uncover these links.

Did you know? Holders of four Peekcell Editions were airdropped a new NFT token that dynamically evolved over several reveal stages, ultimately becoming one of the 65 adventurers!

A Celebration of Good Vibes and Community

At its core, Based Minis is all about good vibes, creativity, and uniting communities across different chains. It’s not just a collection; it’s a celebration of the joy and fun that comes with digital art and the NFT world. But more than that, Based Minis is about building a community of people who love art, who can be inspired to create, and who are encouraged to start something new.

Whether you’re an experienced artist or someone just discovering the magic of digital art, Based Minis offers a space to learn, experiment, and grow.
It’s a universe where everyone can build their own stories, not limited to pixel art, but extending to any style that inspires them. As part of this community, you’re not just collecting Minis—you’re helping to shape the future of the Mini universe. Artists of all styles are creating their own interpretations and derivatives, making the project even more diverse and dynamic. You can tell your own tales and be an active participant in this vibrant, evolving project.

The journey of Based Minis is still unfolding, and I’m excited to see where it goes next—especially with you as part of it.
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CUTEST PIXEL ART ON BASE STAY MINI STAY COOL MINIS NEVER WALK ALONE