The Steampunk Beginners Guide #1 - What is a Steampunk?

[@melonlord4889]

Steampunk is like, aesthetically, really interesting to me

[@Purpletisc]

Same here dude

[@Ok-wb4du]

Ikrr

[@logansmith2893]

Same lol ive known of it for a while but im doing resaerch for a yggdrasil dnd campaighn with tie ins into doofenshmirtz backstorys

[@logansmith2893]

Its as weird as it sounds trust me

[@valhatan3907]

Yes, aesthetically

[@snacking5908]

Key and Peele brought me here

[@joeyelchino763]

Ahmed Is King lol same like just rn

[@lostangeles818]

Lol

[@saika8402]

Wtf u must be God

[@courtneycallen]

Ahmed Is King same here.. I still don’t understand what steampunk is though

[@thetruth3514]

Same 😂

[@windypup8845]

I disagree with your answer of what steampunk is or means. I thought it was how the world would of evolved had the Victorian era continued into the future. It's all Victorian steam, clothing, cogs and pipework but given a modern twist. As if the old engineers of the 19th century were designing the future. Hence steam ray guns, steam space ships and modern gadgets given a Victorian twist.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Thanks for your reply First of this video isn't about what Steampunk is or isn't. It is about the people who form the community. As to your definition. It is a way to describe the aesthetics of Steampunk. But Steampunk consists of so much more than visuals. By defining at stated above, you ignore all the other expressions of Steampunk and it various sources of influence that can be found over the world.

[@sparkz6349]

@@@RadioRetrofuture No, he gave a good portion of the definition.

[@malaelpaisa1223]

@@RadioRetrofuture 😂😂hush mode 🤡

[@Brave_Brevity]

nice

[@nothingtoitbuttodoit]

@@RadioRetrofuture I think he pretty much hit the nail on the head

[@toogood9784]

"Say goodbye, Ratatouille."

[@Salamander469]

Ahaha I came from that comedy central vid too lmao

[@eddiedean9886]

Yep

[@willow_pillow13]

I didn't know people liked steampunk this much... Crap. I'm on THAT part of youtube again

[@kvonkirk2340]

There are worse sides of youtube to be on lol

[@kittland]

I personally love the steampunk aesthetic as long as it is not impractical

[@scrablse2613]

Ikr- how did i get here--

[@andim.8788]

Yes we here

[@romeoena1768]

Steampunk is, technology today but mixed with the medieval times. So it would be like technology was discovered earlier

[@oooceanman]

Romeo Ena not Medieval times, the victorian times

[@plasmatitan2143]

it's more like advanced/magic tech in the industrial age

[@SirDinzhi]

@Some Guy what the hell is candlepunk is that even a word?

[@silversteampunk]

Sort of except it's not medieval, it's Victorian. Steampunk is "what if" the technology of the industrial revolution advanced rapidly and/or specifically in the direction the people of that era imagined it would.

[@WaikingDeadStudios]

Weren’t steam machines a late 1800’s thing

[@Popculturememe]

Umbrellas and blimps

[@windglideangeldragon6486]

I believe that Tesla was the father of steampunk invention

[@thatsteampunkguy6528]

Windglide Angeldragon he technically is what id say as one of several grandfathers of steampunk.

[@thekaze70]

Well ofcourse the father is james watt he found the first steam machine didnt he But the oldest I believe was Leonardo DaVinci

[@turnerdelarosa7241]

me too!

[@daveking4974]

Jules Verne 's "Journey to the center of the earth"

[@helielfilmz3985]

There's a genre called Teslapunk as well

[@RadioRetrofuture]

If you want our take on Steampunk aesthetics and the genre, follow our comic project on Kickstarter. , Journey to Elysium, with art by Yohan Alexander follow us on Kickstarter! www.kickstarter.com/projects/bonsartbokel/journey-to-elysium It also has a community website www.associationofishtars.com with tons of free original content. Based on a number of remarks in the comments I decided to clarify some things here, even though I talk about these topics in later video's. This video is not on the topic of 'What is Steampunk?' As a preview of later video's, we describe Steampunk as three separate topics. 1. The Genre 2. The Visual design 3. The Subculture We believe this is a very important distinction to make when having any discussion on the topic of Steampunk. With that being said, please keep sending us your feedback and if you disagree or need elaboration, please clarify what part of the video you are referring to so we can improve our content.

[@lostangeles818]

If you put that piece of pipe to your eye and use it as a telescope we can't be friends anymore

[@radmagic4939]

Yes, it’s still open

[@redbear2113]

I'm mostly interested in the functionality of steampunk machinery in video games or around the house as curiosities, I find it a bit pointless to glue a gear onto something and call it steampunk, I'd prefer to find things that actually function even if not efficiently.

[@CallMeMrRook]

I'm still not clear on what a steampunk is.... because of late I've been told it is literally ANYTHING I want it to be..any colour any design...anything..is steampunk ??

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Well explained that problem in an earlier video, steampunk does not exist. But more video still to come.... But basicly, is is cyberpunk in the past. Or popculture in the past. But yes, anything can be steampunk. It is so deluded from were it started, Steampunk is a feeling at this point. It is a matter of context really. What Steampunk primarily look for is immersion. I wanted to touch more on this in the community of lifestyle video. Put I victorian in a victorian setting. It is historical drama. Put a 19th century individual in a Space Ship it is Steampunk. And make that last thing a bit believable. Putting two things together that original don't fit, and it might be Steampunk. Might be.

[@CallMeMrRook]

so at the end of the day, if it has a cog on it, then its steampunk? which seems to be the way ppl explain why something is steampunk...

[@RadioRetrofuture]

But I have a threepart series in the works. First part is done for a very long time actually, but haven't posted it yet because .. Resaons. And now I want to add Dankaert as well.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Well, sadly, yes. When we see it we both know were they got the idea from. Like I stated before. To me, It is a source of inspiration. It gives people idea's how to do certain things. So Yes. We both know were the inspiration for the cog came from.... But that doesn't make it good art or Steampunk. But that is a whole different can of beans. All we can do is say, " please stop it."

[@CallMeMrRook]

so.. are you saying...just because it has a cog it isn't steampunk... eg if i glue a cog to a washing up liquid bottle still full of liquid, then it 'shouldnt' be considered steampunk...because simply put... its a washing up liquid bottle...with a cog on it? though does that through into the cauldron the wearing of cogs as decoration, which is surely permitted as it adds to the whole unit?

[@royrice8597]

19 century complicated looking machinery that performs a extremely simple task. ⚙️💡📺⚙️⚙️📻⚙️🎛📀. 👍👍👍

[@thatsteampunkguy6528]

Diesel punk is basically steampunks future self.

[@itsnotpaul8548]

Steampunk and dieselpunk are brothers cyberpunk is that one cool cousin/brother in the family and teslapunk is that one crackhead uncle

[@chiquirun1606]

Key and Peele anyone?

[@coolguyx14]

I always knew what steam punk was a bit but I actually came from that video

[@TheZiiFamily]

The inspiration for my steampunk character was this British accent i accidentally found i have

[@RadioRetrofuture]

That works.

[@Theonlymayz]

I'm here from key n peele I "THINK YOUR MIND IS CRACKED"

[@arturoramos4236]

Same😂

[@amyjedlicka3327]

Same

[@nattyboom4444]

Can you point me in the direction of the closest apothecary

[@neutralis371]

I'm just finding out about steampunk. I like the art and sculptures I've seen and can now identify them as Steampunk or Steampunk influenced. Its interesting you mention warhammer 40k, I've loved that forever but don't play anymore, sadly.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Regarding wh40k same here.

[@chowes85]

Best description I’ve ever heard is “dapper is when punks discover fashion and steampunk is when goths discover brown”

[@ThiefofAlwaysNL]

Dank je, Alex. Ik vroeg me niks af, maar kwam door het algoritme van KZbin op deze video terecht.

[@AtticFareVintage-xy3kl]

Being a lover of all things Victoriana and science fiction, I adore Steampunk. Having just discovered we have a convention in our city 4 yrs ago, I go every year now. Enjoying this series for the beginner for even more ideas.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

We also been writing our own book series since then and are working on an RPG. Be sure to look up the Association of Ishtar! We also have a new Kickstarter page up.

[@NorthwindReads]

I just got back from ECCC today and saw a lot of steampunk cosplay and.... I fell in love with it. I’m a big history buff and want to get involved in this subculture but I’m not sure where to start, any help guys and gals? Thank you!

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Radio Retrofuture has a group on facebook, and there are dozens of other Steampunk groups. It really depends on what you want to do though. If you want to create a costume, you own closet is a good place to start.

[@ashirrelevent1062]

Cogs, Gears, Copper, Brass, Steam, Trains, Ships, Dirigibles. Victorian Era looks clashed with mild sci-fi based on minor ideas dating back to H.G. Wells and Jules Verne. Good Movies: Steamboy, Return to Atlantis, Hellboy, Wild Wild West, Laputa:Castle in the Sky..... So much but can't quite put a finger on it.....

[@dontaylor7315]

As far as I can tell, an underground comic I liked in the 70s titled Moondog was totally steampunk.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

I'll check it out.

[@kenmoore3564]

the 1971 movie DUAL with dennis weaver had the top-of-the-line steampunk semitruck: this moblie machine is 100%

[@ampc4k365]

Would Mad Max be considered steampunk?

[@synergyfiles3536]

No that would be dieselpunk

[@Footeater9000]

Steampunks are amazing-

[@neldydlt]

"DUI'ers"

[@DoNotTrustHorses]

This is why I am in the comment section. That shit had me DYIN!!!!!

[@l0stdog159]

Remember that phineas and ferb episode about steampunk

[@kittland]

Very insightful and helpfull. I am currently starting to get into steampunk, this helps, thank you

[@JT5555]

If You've Got Any Questions About About Building A Character,Just Ask. It Can Be A Bit Tricky To Get A Character That Both Fits The Setting But Is Also Original Enough To Feel Like Your Own.

[@zarconcrux1321]

I herd of steampunk but i never looked into it tell today annnnnd I LOVE IT! the costumes the music the everything! And i use make stuff out of gears and stuff i never really thought that i would find something to that sooo yay

[@greedyfirstalgorithmlast26]

Rube Goldberg was a New Yorker and Cartoonist that drew great complicated engines to do nothing much. That explains Steampunk. AND..from Germany's DaDa movement, which Brian Grysiom, Wm. F. Burroughts made Collages, and 'Cut Ups" its all Creative Art Culture.

[@trapjudas1631]

“Artists, filmmakers, DUI-ers...” lmao

[@josephdedominicis887]

I've proven again that my dreams are dealt to me, to a group. Nobody wanted to be held in lil Thomas' bar. Nobody hates babies. I had no issue with having a guest at home. Now I have to live here.

[@SteampunkRadio]

I love that Monocular!

[@e_perrycollier]

I feel like I’m kinda Steam Punk but just everything is black and red but similar clothing style

[@RadioRetrofuture]

The colors you use don't matter. Its a mind set.

[@stephenlokey6711]

Regardless of what one may think about Steampunk it stimulates the mind. Before even hearing anything about Steampunk I had created some myself.......most pp are intrigued to some degree and find it interesting

[@GuruGeorge1111]

Excellent Beginners Guide!

[@Devin_Stromgren]

I like the aesthetics of steampunk, but I find it difficult to enjoy steampunk fiction because I know too much about how steam engines actually work so I see all the things that are just impossible, and they take me out of the story.

[@sayanorasonic]

Devin Stromgren I wonder if the tesla punk genre have more realistic interpretations of machines and technology?

[@Devin_Stromgren]

Probably not, but I'm not familiar with that genre.

[@abalonewaters9759]

I've just now found your channel and I love your creativity and aesthetic! Keep on being you, and thank you for working so hard. :)

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Thank you!

[@Rossewei]

I love steampunk but i just don't know where to find other people who are steampunkers

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Well, there is the Radio Retrofuture Discord group in the description of the video. There is are other communities on FB or Amino. If you are looking for meeting people there are Steampunk conventions, but it depends on the area were you live.

[@rleequ]

While this video did touch on some of the highlights of The Steampunk subculture, I feel it included genres which actually fit into other subcultures. Real steampunk is fairly specific as to the era it comes from, that being the Victorian age/Industrial revolution. Anything not fitting comfortably in that time period is something else.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Thanks for your response. First of. This video is not about what Steampunk is, or is not. Other editions that on that subject. As for how specific Steampunk is, I recently made a video on that subject kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmSbfKiCebSiepo

[@yochxnges3093]

Key and peele when your friend becomes steampunk

[@albertgarcia1699]

Key & Peele brought me here 🧐

[@austinburnett7133]

Same

[@wilsongang3279]

Yup

[@DoNotTrustHorses]

Haha YUP!!!

[@fnfal308Rhino]

Love this

[@heru-deshet359]

recorded on a steam driven camera apparently.

[@royalrleenz9391]

So perhaps Clockwork Orange and maybe Beatles....such as Yellow Submarine?

[@lovelyjubbly34]

More like movies from Jean Pierre Jeunet ,like City of lost children, Delicatessen , Micmacs

[@virginijasileikiene1989]

Nice, steampunk Guru.

[@Cecily_Smith4]

This was recovered on a toaster and I love it

[@eleonoramerini2840]

Totally useful Thanks a lot.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

DOn't forget to check out the other episodes :p

[@eleonoramerini2840]

Radio Retrofuture sure my Lord already done it !

[@AshtonSnapp]

I recently got interested in steampunk (blame the Create mod for Minecraft) and plan to use it as one of the genres for the world of a TTRPG I’m making. Watching videos to make sure I actually know what steampunk is :)

[@msyelrah]

Please, tell me where can I find more people who do steampunks please. Nice video.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

This one of the biggest channels on the topic. Our second channel is the Retrofuture Research Foundation. kzbin.info/door/iEhVAfe7s101wyBqoruWkw Then there is Landship Scorpios and Captain Glennwell. There are some steampunk webseries like Dystopia Argentia, Corset, Marley's Ghost, Clockwork Fisticuffs society.

[@RenTully]

So I might have a hot take on something The steampunk fandom is somewhat similar in essence to the furry fandom, bare with me here. So the first point is that most people think everyone is interested in the cosplay aspect of it while that isn't the case, as people can be interested in it without having to cosplay, yet they feel obligated a little bit to do so in order to not look like that one random person that just wanted to take a picture. Secondly, they had their origins a while ago, but it is only now that they're becoming mainstream. Third point, they're both not based directly on a specific thing (like star wars fandom, Steven universe Fandom, marvel Fandom, etc) but instead they're both based on a main concept from which their members build up from, in the steampunk fandom that concept being the 19XXs style but if they made modern day technology, and the furry fandom's base concept being animals that have human traits (anthropomorphic). Difference being that one of them is nowadays well known and respected by everyone and the other had a CSI episode where they got depicted as a sort of sex cult which drove it's reputation to the ground thanks to the little to no research and poor writing the creators of CSI made.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

I pretty much agree fandom... I think that both started in the 80's. As for furies reputation, the sex thing is based on more than just one CSI episode. The story might have based on what happened at events such as Furrest and some other trends that happened in the early years of the fandom. I think some organisations have attempted to purge such elements from the fandom since than, but it might hunt them for another decade or so.

[@RenTully]

@@RadioRetrofuture I mean, I just hope people can stop hating on us so much, after all that's just our 1% of members, the rest of us just like to hang out with friends and geek out about anthro animals in media, ya know? Though, thank you for replying to my comment :3 you rock!

[@RadioRetrofuture]

@@RenTully Thinking about it I made some similar observations in the past. I am just not that concerned with the furry fandom. It might be interesting to have a podcast on it. Let me know if somebody would be interested in talking to me about it on my channel, or theirs.

[@RenTully]

@@RadioRetrofuture Well, there's one person that comes to mind that I think would be interested, Ash Coyote, she made a full length documentary on the furry fandom and it's origins so if there's one person who's the most qualified to talk about our origins it would be her. Other than her, maybe some popufurs (the 'celebrities' of the furry fandom) like Majira Strawberry or Nos Hyena I think would be interested.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

@@RenTully Can you introduce me to them?

[@k4zu294]

Wow amazing shutter speed.

[@crystaltiger105]

I LOVE steampunk but I never and don't really have a chance to get into it nor steampunk clothes

[@btetschner]

Thank you for the video.

[@tctime]

Do you think anyone would be interested in a DIY steampunk power washer? Just curious.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Couldn't tell you... But you could make a cool backpack for it. But there are kickstarters for such niche products I wouldn't be surprised it gets some support

[@tctime]

Oh no nothing like that I'm not trying to make any money I just have a KZbin channel and was thinking about making a steampunk power washer and was wondering if there would be an audience for it you seem like somebody that would know but from your answer I think I I got the information I need to move forward I appreciate it thanks a lot man

[@RadioRetrofuture]

In that case I a sure there is. Let me know if you would be interested in doing a collab.

[@tctime]

@@RadioRetrofuture actually I'm a pretty new KZbinr I'm part of KZbin rituals growth group and from what everybody is telling me there a collaboration video is a great idea so yeah I would totally be interested in something like that

[@tctime]

What did you have in mind?

[@miroslavslama6802]

Thank you! I am sure I would use some of your knowledge to write my own story now (in my native language, sorry for my english)

[@kittland]

I really like the guys trench coat like thing at 6:26

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Well, that is our host, Dankaert Lexicon. He appears in the other episodes of the series.

[@kittland]

@@RadioRetrofuture so I've seen, I'll be sure to check out your catalogue of content and recommend it as much as I can

[@RadioRetrofuture]

@@kittland Thank you very much. The only for this channel to grow is other peoples recommendations. Also check out our second channel on stories :) Next video there is on a steampunk setting.

[@kittland]

@@RadioRetrofuture no worries. I just like to see good channels grow

[@zachcouch8654]

6:01 Where peoplenwilldress up like the favorite characters from fictional series or anime... Wait anime is not fictional?

[@admiralgoodboy]

I know some the a basics of steampunk. Dabbling on writing a novel based on a semi steampunk world. Need to get more indepth about its culture

[@RadioRetrofuture]

In that case, maybe you'll enjoy my latest video on Fallout. If you have specific questions just ask. Or join our discord.

[@nathanielwake8071]

Nice.. I made a coloring book about it.. Okay I tried my interpretation. Hey I was 250 up! Nice.

[@benemanlargo4723]

The Machine God approves of this steampunk

[@nobody6546]

Pretty Good Vid! Well organized and Interesting / Informative - and Fun - Presentation. I had known a few Early “ Steampunkers “ in my day : take Leonardo, H.G.W., the “ Hundred Dollar Bill “ Guy, and of course “ Eraser Head - Pencil Machine, I liked. “. Capt Nemo gets an extra thumbs up., along with a Shout-Out to Terry Pratchett’s “ Going Postal “. Somehow though, I think too many Sci-Fi Books & Movies that Claim to be Steampunk fall into the same ole Franchises Of : “.... World Bow-Up / Destroy / Nuke / Flooded, etc..”, “. .. Parallel Universes.”, or “... Dr. A Loveless; Evil Villain ; inventively Using / upgrading any available Brass Plated , everyday crap laying around..... just Adding “ Steam “. Anyhow. Keep up the Good work! Will Subscribe ....for a while... to see if you can stand up next to Jerome Pourchier’s “ Janis 27 “ ! Darth Airborne Nobody 55’ NYC

[@brianc7282]

Hello rabbithole. I'm so lost now... Nice video, but I'm still so confused. Subbed

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Well, I am happy you at least enjoyed the video :). What are you confused about?

[@RandomPerson-nd2ey]

Haha, I'm right along with you. I started browsing through videos about board games, came across some about the "Brass" games, and ended up here. Perhaps my interest in the video game "Frostpunk" (was specifically looking for a board game like it) was considered by the algorithm?

[@earthdate3495]

Looks like Mad Max. I do miss the Golden Age of Rave and the dawn of Cyberspace.

[@AlanVonGoodleef]

I liked the star wars steampunk

[@darthrevan2410]

Wow thanks I'm from the Covention community of mixed suoer hero's but this I'm interested in. I only seen this in Fable,Magic the gathering movies ect. Thanks I would like to visit your universe soon. Your Friend Revan...... P.s not to worry I come in peace.....😎

[@RadioRetrofuture]

YW. Be free to visit our Discord

[@pretpinda]

Whoohoo :) My creations are in this video !! And even me aswell !! Yeah !! :)

[@RadioRetrofuture]

You noticed this just now:p this video is two years old.

[@pretpinda]

I noticed it right now. I'm truly ashamed ;)

[@jcooligan5591]

I didn’t realize steampunks were such alcoholics

[@clayidavis860]

Steampunk: Where steam power and adventure meet.

[@ichbinfun7730]

basically it's cyberpunk of the medieval time

[@emosaihara7953]

Cool

[@oooceanman]

I love the way this guy talks XD

[@polybius3765]

I'd image you guys really like Hero of Alexandria. That guy was rocking the Steampunk a good 2000 years before it caught on.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

We mention him in the 7th episode a matter a fact.

[@polybius3765]

I am not surprised. I suspected as much when you said you were a fan of history. I haven't sampled much of your channel yet. Got here by way of the Fallout radio station you so brilliantly hosted. Inspired me to subscribe, which I so often do not do. In fact I am totally against it. But you did well. Thanks for exposing me to good songs.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Thank you good sir. Currently we are preparing for a second season for the Radio Station. Actually I studied history. Unfortunately Hero of Alexandria is that often talked about within our community. But maybe episode 7 will change that. Will post it today.

[@sayanorasonic]

Radio Retrofuture just imagine what would if Greeks saw the bigger future and adopted the steam technology? No doubt a world like steampunk would exist

[@stevevelobahn1814]

I think I need a new relationship with technology. Bravisimo! Mon ami.

[@roblowery3188]

What is "D.U.Y"? It's "DIY" (Do It Yourself). Sorry your error was distracting.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

I know, my English has improved since then.

[@avagibson2293]

I've seen a lot of amazing steampunk cosplays and characters, and I really want to get into this style and fandom, this series has been really helpful!! Thank you!! Does anyone have any ideas as to where I should start to join to fandom?

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Hello Slendermoon. In the description is the link to our Discord community. I am active on the Steampunk Animo. There are also a lot of groups on facebook. Also we answered that question on our latest video. The Steampunk Beginners Panel.

[@avagibson2293]

@@RadioRetrofuture Thank you Radio Retrofuture!

[@Puddle_OnClaws]

Ok but I like this style

[@ballHand]

1:59 that's a stirling engine, the steam engines little cousin.

[@acls1239]

I have been given a choice I want evil In my esthetic Because I would like to learn the violin And Have been given a choice between steam punk and Goth I'd like to find a match between the And something I can find attractive And evil

[@urmuddah3689]

currently in love

[@todo8328]

Are ya ready, kids? Aye, aye, Captain

[@TinkersTales]

what an awesome video, is there anything that can't be done steampunk style. You make me look like an amature,

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Tinkers Tales thank you good sir. If you need help improving your content, just ask. Can add you to our dischord if you want.

[@TinkersTales]

iu am open to all ideas

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Find us on facebook or join our Dischord. Chats a bit easier discord.gg/mqmZ7mE

[@TinkersTales]

sorry, I dont uwse Dischord, what is your FB page?

[@RadioRetrofuture]

facebook.com/D.A.H.J.Lexicon

[@newjack900]

My first experience with steampunk was the NIN - Closer video

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Fair enough

[@kristineschilling6917]

your level of geeky is rather adorable.

[@makingithappen9722]

Google " Il Tempo Gigante" and you will find Steampunk at it´s best, from Norway in the 70s.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Thanks. I'll check it out.

[@stephenlokey6711]

I inquired what steampunk means,,,no body can tell me. From reading here it appears to just be anything or things connected together..........no rhyme or reason? I remember asking my dad sometimes what something was and he would just say something like.........its a thing of a gig, or thing of a bob! Guess that was before he word steampunk was invented?

[@RadioRetrofuture]

The term steampunk was invented in the 80's as explained in the video. Where I believe the confusion comes from is that people often talk about Steampunk being this one thing. For me, the word was three meanings. 1. A retrofuturistic aesthetic heavily inspired by early science fiction and futurism 2. A genre of stories, I like to describe as Cyberpunk in the past. 3. A community of people with like-minded interests, including costuming, crafting, music and writing. More confusion stems from the fact people do not make a distinction between 'Steampunk' and the historical aesthetic movements, and fiction that inspired it. I explain these topics throughout the Beginners Guide series and my blog on www.associationofishtar.com

[@sourdudes2764]

I love almost everything 1800's so does that make me a steampunk?r I make my own inveinchs and I'm a geek so does that make a steampunk?

[@RadioRetrofuture]

I dunno. Do you feel associated with the movement.

[@sourdudes2764]

Well yeah I guess?

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Than I guess that answers your question I suppose, maybe ... Something.

[@royshirley7222]

5 ads with no skip, for a 7+ minute video.... Miss the skip.

[@JT5555]

Does Anyone Know A Good Way To "Steampunkify" Your Cell Phone For Cons? I'm Planing For My First Steampunk Con,But Really Don't Want To Ruin My Outfit By Holding A Cell Phone (I'll Need It To Call Up My Ride,Since I Don't Drive And The People I'm Going With May Or May Not Be Joining Me At The Con. They Have A Interest In It,But Not Sure How Much Yet). Any Suggestions On How I Could Fix Up My Phone So That It's Con Ready,Without Full Out Modding It?

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Paint will do a lot. Painting it red or gold can break the current look just fine. Beyond that you can take it as far as you want. I am not wearing it in this video but for this costume I have a Steampunk like Pipboy made by a friend of mine. You could make a case of any material, like EVA foam or leather. A google search will also help you a lot.

[@JT5555]

@@RadioRetrofuture Thank You For The Advice,Good Sir.

[@frosty1865]

Its modern technolagy mixed with technolagy from 1890-1900

[@MrTrethurane]

From what I gather Steampunk is not completely definable in one way. The definition changes from person to person. Does it have to be so tightly defined? It's a community that seems to be largely made up of artists. Maybe it's only a mindset. One that varies person to person. I choose to not define it.

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Not sure if this is a response to the content of the video. But a question I think is making a video on at some point.

[@marcusblackwell2372]

Anyone aware of The Aetherlight: Chronicles Of The Resistance?

[@RadioRetrofuture]

I was not. Maybe I'll do a let's play of it.

[@marcusblackwell2372]

@@RadioRetrofuture well, to sum it up, it's a Christian Steampunk game

[@RadioRetrofuture]

@@marcusblackwell2372 That's sounds interesting. Then again, there is a Christian Steampunk Series on YT as well.

[@marcusblackwell2372]

@@RadioRetrofuture it's the same universe (pretty sure). Why don't u play on the channel? Also, can u please do a Dieselpunk history video?

[@RadioRetrofuture]

@@marcusblackwell2372 What do you mean with Dieselpunk history?

[@ziggybarth5026]

What you ain't heard? You steampunk now

[@KeesKouwenberg]

Do I hear a Dutch accent?

[@RadioRetrofuture]

Yes.

[@KeesKouwenberg]

@@RadioRetrofuture Nice! I am looking for the Dutch Steampunk scene, and events. Happy to see there are :)

[@mashmakermashmaker1754]

Image source at 4:55?

[@RadioRetrofuture]

That is a painting by vadim voitekhovitch.

[@AshtonSnapp]

Whoops, wrong video. I was looking for the genre. Sorry!

[@RadioRetrofuture]

See part 2

[@saika8402]

Looking for key and peele brought me here comments

[@Cbiz210]

What are "DUY'ers"? 🤔

[@zarien8791]

Nice Video