Shadow Chainz
A gritty drama series following Jay, a young tech visionary from the hood who's trying to build a cryptocurrency empire while navigating the challenges of street life, family expectations, and the skepticism of his community.
Synopsis
In the gritty streets of NYC, Jay stands at the crossroads of two worlds: the familiar streets where quick money flows through traditional hustles, and the revolutionary potential of blockchain technology that could transform his community forever.
As financial pressures mount at home and his mother questions his choices, Jay must convince his skeptical friends that his vision for a community-owned cryptocurrency could be their ticket to legitimate success. But the pull of the streets is strong, and not everyone is ready to trade the certainty of today's hustle for the promise of tomorrow's technology.
When local hustler Rico and his crew catch wind of Jay's growing project, they demand a piece of the action. Meanwhile, a group of tech-savvy scammers led by Tasha begin plotting to steal Jay's project code. Caught between street threats and digital deception, Jay must navigate a dangerous game of loyalty, ambition, and survival.
"Shadow Chainz" explores themes of innovation, community, loyalty, and the struggle to break cycles of economic hardship through the lens of Web3 technology, all while delivering a gritty, authentic street drama.
Production Details
Episode Guide
Episode 1: "The Vision"
CastingJay first conceives the idea for a community-owned cryptocurrency while witnessing the economic struggles of his neighborhood.
Production Update: Casting in progress. Follow our Twitch channel for behind-the-scenes content.
Episode 2: "The Struggle"
CastingAs Jay develops his crypto concept, he faces financial pressure at home and temptation to return to street hustling.
Production Update: Casting in progress. Follow our Twitch channel for behind-the-scenes content.
Episode 3: "The Pitch"
CurrentJay gathers his crew to pitch his cryptocurrency vision, facing resistance and doubt from his friends who are comfortable with traditional hustles.
Scene Excerpt
JAY
(excited)
"Look, if we launch this token, it's like we're building a new hustle for the hood. No middlemen, no banks. Just us. We can even cut in the hood, let them buy in cheap."
DANTE
(leaning back, skeptical)
"Bruh, you're talkin' too fast. People out here ain't trying to hear about no crypto. You think goons on the block gonna trade they cash for some digital money they can't even hold?"
JAY
"But that's the point! We put them on, we help them understand. We show them how to make the money work for them."
Production Update: Casting in progress. Follow our Twitch channel for behind-the-scenes content.
Episode 4: "The Build"
Coming SoonWith key allies on board, Jay begins the technical development of his token while navigating the complexities of the crypto world.
Episode 5: "The Launch"
Coming SoonThe team prepares for their token launch, facing technical challenges and unexpected competition.
Key Characters
Jay
A visionary from the hood with tech ambitions, determined to create a cryptocurrency that could change his community's economic future.
Dante
Jay's close friend who's skeptical of the crypto project but remains loyal, straddling the line between street life and Jay's vision.
Ronny
A calculated hustler who sees potential in Jay's idea but struggles to fully commit, torn between street money and tech innovation.
Rico
A powerful street hustler who sees Jay's project as a threat to his control and demands a piece of the action.
Lucas
A tech-savvy old acquaintance who partners with Jay, bringing the technical expertise needed to build the cryptocurrency.
Tasha
Rico's girlfriend who leads a crew of tech-savvy scammers looking to steal Jay's project code for their own gain.
Casting Opportunities
Open Roles
We're currently casting for the following roles. Token holders can vote on casting decisions.
- Jay (Lead, Male, 20-28)
- Dante (Supporting, Male, 25-35)
- Ronny (Supporting, Male, 25-35)
- Rico (Supporting, Male, 30-45)
- Tasha (Supporting, Female, 25-35)
- Lucas (Supporting, Male, 28-40)