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Steampunk

Steampunk is a science fiction subgenre and visual style that imagines a world where 19th-century steam and clockwork technology powers advanced futuristic inventions.
Core Elements
  • Retro-Futurism: Views the future through a 19th-century industrial lens.
  • Common Materials: Brass, copper, iron, wood, and leather.
  • Iconic Inventions: Airships, mechanical automatons, steam trains, and complex clockwork gadgets.
  • Settings: Alternative Victorian eras, smoggy industrial cities, or the American Wild West.
 
Origins of the Name
  • Coined in 1987: Author K.W. Jeter invented the word in a letter to a magazine.
  • Play on Cyberpunk: Jeter used it as a playful nod to the computer-based sci-fi genre.
  • Early Inspirations: Classic novels by Jules Verne and H.G. Wells helped shape the foundational aesthetic.
 
Fashion and Subculture
  • Victorian Twist: Combines 1800s formal wear with rugged, adventurous additions.
  • Key Accessories: Aviator goggles, top hats, corsets, and pocket watches.
  • DIY Community: Fans build custom props, wear handmade costumes, and attend global conventions.