Works of fiction have always been prevalent in pop culture, fueling our imaginations and filling our lives with a sense of adventure. Over the past few decades, the steampunk genre has been gaining popularity among writers, filmmakers, costumers, and other hobbyists. But what is steampunk?
Steampunk reimagines the Victorian time period and culture as science fiction. The industrialized 19th century saw the rise of mechanized manufacturing and increasing urbanization. Steampunk expands on this notion by imagining more modern technologies in the steam-powered setting of the Victorian age. Steam engines are used in new forms of mass transit like airships, and other machinery drives advances in science and business.
Within the steampunk genre, you’ll see characters like aviators, mechanics, explorers, monster hunters, military figures, gunslingers, and aristocrats. These archetypes are generally seen wearing period clothing, with the addition of steam-powered gadgetry. For instance, you might find an explorer who wears a mechanical prosthetic leg or a scientist who wears a mechanized magnifying headset. These characters inhabit a futuristic version of our actual history. The appeal of steampunk is wide-ranging—from those who enjoy the clothing of the Victorian period to those who are drawn to the genre’s reimagining of modern technologies within the confines of 19th century machinery.
Want a better taste of what steampunk embodies? Watch our video—featuring the Angels and Demons Steampunk Series—to see the genre’s aesthetics.
If you enjoyed that, perhaps you’d like to win a FREE silver round from the series!
Tell us about your favorite genre—whether books, movies, TV shows, or comics—to enter our giveaway. Commenting below will serve as your entry for our April giveaway. But remember to keep it classy; inappropriate comments will be deleted and disqualified. Submit your comment (one comment only please) by April 22, 2018. One winner will be randomly selected on April 23, 2018 to receive a Madelyn 1 oz vintage silver round from the Angels and Demons Steampunk series.
Good luck to all of our entrants!
I loved the TV genre of The Early to Mid 1960’s. I remember such Great TV Shows as My Favorite Martian. The Beverly Hillbillies, Mr. ED, Gilligans Island, The Rifleman, Batman TV Show (Adam West). It was a Great Time to Grow Up in America and one Heck of Genre !
I really like movies like Day After Tomorrow or Dante’s Peak think they are really good because they can spark a family discussion like what if it happened? Where would you go? What gear would you need and what items for trade so you get what else you need? Where would you try to trade your fractional silver and gold? Love those discussions.
Action Movies – John Wick and Avengers
Well, comedies I usually enjoy. More particularly a genre commonly referred to as “Let’s Play” which are commentary videos while playing video games as the visual. I really enjoy the natural comedians with hilarious commentary xD
Documentaries and anything zombie related or uptra violence….
Non-fiction leadership and management books – yawn!
I’m an epic fantasy girl.
Christian films and books. It’s not about religion, but about a relationship.
Fantasy is my fav.
Bullion unboxing videos & outdoor channel is what’s most watched from I.
The only Novel, I have ever read, Land Remembered, About FL. From early settlers & there happenings, up to, I believe 1920’s. I like action movies, from Clint Eastwood, Rocky, Many of the action hero’s as child threw mt teens, Didn’t watch to much TV after that. Did see same type of movies at movie theater during that time. I like Forest Gump.
My favorite movies don’t matter anymore. Since having kids we are a Disney film family. We love our Cars and Wreck-it Ralph, 10,000 times a week.
Epic fantasy never gets old.
Films/books based on actual events or biographical.
Epic fantasy! Lord of the rings etc
Nature and Wildlife.
I’m into action flicks… and anything that invites free silver to come my way!!!
My favorite genre is classic post apocalyptic survival movies. Not the new Hunger Games farce. Classics like A Boy and His Dog are the best
I love all movie genres, but I have to say my favorite would have to be military documentary’s. But like I said all movies are a friend of mine.
Texas proud and loud! My favorite movie would have to be Captain America!
I’m just now delving into quantum physics. Fascinating stuff- as much as I can wrap my head around, that is…
Native Americans all the way
My favorite is War heroes and Sci-fi go Provident my fingers are crossed.
Worldwide or US innovators. The Write Bothers, Ben Franklin, Steve Jobs, Nicolas Tesla, Wernher Conn Braun, Madame Curie, etc…
I love to read nonfiction historical books of the past people and events. Currently reading about Ben Franklin and his life and time. One thing that sticks out most is this quote “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” Which can be applied to any timeframe that we must keep learning and bettering ourselves.
I like science fiction. It allows us to imagine how things might be.
I enjoy many genres from action to noir, however Science Fiction will always be my favorite. Nothing like looking into the future and seeing what mans endless potential could bring him. We all have the ability to be great. I just wish more people were willing to put in the effort to get there instead of crying about how everything is unfair. Just my humble opinion and thanks a ton for the great giveaway!!
Any sci-fi can always peak my interest as there are so many possible storylines. A well written fantasy or mystery is also good!
Non-fiction
My favorite movie was George Romero 1978 Dawn of the Dead. I was 16 and was one of the Zombies in the movie.