#string games

[sleepysnowglobe]

oh your man has a jacob’s ladder? psh. okay. amateur hour. my man has a cat’s cradle *starts doing string games on that thing*

[orbitofdesire]

In this video clip, my grandma tells the Navajo story of how coyote had placed the stars in the sky and shows how to make two constellations using string, Dilyéhé (the Pleiades) and So' Bidee'í (Star With Horns). She continues by showing other string games, like Many Stars (So' Łání), Two Coyotes Running Apart (Ma'ii Ałts'áá' Yilwołí), Open the Gate, Lightening (Atsinitl'ish), the Arrowhead (Béésh Sist'ógii), Unraveling (Wóltáád), and Wood Carrier (Chizh Yooyéłí). Actually, my brother re-teaches my grandma how to make lightening. Many Stars and Coyotes Running Apart are also constellations in Navajo astronomy.

String games (na'atl'o') are only played in the winter by Navajos because that's when the spider is asleep. Also, winter provided more time for social activities like string games or shoe games (Kééshjéé'). My mom used to tell me that if I played string games in the summer, a spider would sew up my butt.

Languages spoken are English and Navajo.

[tulugak]

Theres a legend that I remember hearing when I was younger, about a string game monster that had far too many finger and used their intestines as string. Decided to a a little drawing based on that.

[structuralengineering]

What are play to earn Game?

The Rise of Play-to-Earn Games: A New Era in Gaming and Finance

In the ever-evolving world of digital entertainment, a new paradigm has emerged that is reshaping the way people interact with video games: Play-to-Earn (P2E) games. This innovative model, exemplified by companies like String Metaverse with their game String Games, combines gaming with blockchain technology, enabling players to earn real-world value while enjoying their favorite pastime. As the gaming industry continues to grow, P2E games are gaining significant traction, offering not just entertainment but also a potential source of income. This article explores the concept of Play-to-Earn games, their mechanics, and their impact on both the gaming industry and the broader economy.

What are Play-to-Earn Games?

Play-to-Earn games, such as String Games by String Metaverse, are digital games that incorporate blockchain technology and cryptocurrency to reward players with tangible, real-world assets. Unlike traditional games where players spend money to purchase in-game items or currencies that have no value outside the game, P2E games allow players to earn rewards that can be traded, sold, or used in the real world. These rewards often come in the form of cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), or other blockchain-based assets.

The core idea behind P2E games is to create a symbiotic relationship between the game developers and players. Developers generate revenue through in-game purchases, transaction fees, or token sales, while players can earn money by participating in the game. This model, championed by companies like String Metaverse, has democratized the gaming industry, allowing players from all over the world to participate and potentially profit.

[souplups]

reject modernity (phones) embrace tradition (playing cat’s cradle)

[my90schildhoodnostalgia]

Who remembers Cats Cradle? This used to be so much fun trying to figure out these string games. They were challenging but that’s what made them so much fun.

[eye2eye-art]

Another in my hands holding pear series.

Watercolor.

[eye2eye-art]

Watercolor on paper 15in. x 22 in.