GRINNZ is a PFP NFT series that combines artistry and symbolism, exploring the mask culture of identity, social media, and the Web3 world with 2048 handcrafted 3D masks. This is not just an NFT, but a story about digital self.
1. Why 2048?
GRINNZ did not randomly choose the number 2048. It connects the key elements of the crypto world and Web3 identity:
(1) Mnemonic phrases unlock wallets: There are 2048 mnemonic words in the BIP39 protocol, which are the keys to crypto wallets.
(2) PFP unlocks identity: In Web3, PFPs are not just avatars, but symbols of identity, symbols of belonging, and keys to enter communities.
GRINNZ merges the two, where these 2048 unique masks become a bridge connecting digital assets and identity culture.
2. The culture and meaning of masks.
Masks have been an important part of human culture since ancient times, used in rituals, dramas, and celebrations, expressing and hiding emotions; helping us find a sense of belonging in groups while showcasing unique personalities.
In Web3, PFPs play the same role, hiding and showcasing our true selves; becoming symbols of communities, allowing us to both integrate and stand out in the digital world.
GRINNZ combines ancient traditions with the modern Web3 world, presenting the mask culture of the digital age through art, inviting you to reflect:
"Is the mask you wear meant to conceal the real you or to express your inner self?"
3. 2048 unique traits: The craftsmanship behind the art.
Each GRINNZ mask is full of unique personality, derived from 2048 BIP39 mnemonic words, each word representing a segment of identity's story.
These traits are hand-drawn using Procreate and combined with Blender 3D modeling, many incorporating delicate animations, with exquisite details and high artistry—each mask has a unique combination of traits, showcasing different identities and personalities; each trait symbolizes a BIP39 mnemonic word, hinting at the key to identity.
The design philosophy of GRINNZ is: each one is a unique 1/1 work, and it is also a symbol of your digital identity.
4. The story behind the creation.
The creation of GRINNZ is an adventure that merges art and technology: using Blender for 3D modeling to achieve realistic visual effects; designing details by hand in Procreate, inspired by indigenous art and modern digital art; each mask has been manually refined to ensure its uniqueness and perfect presentation.
In the end, we created 2048 completely unique 3D masks, each carrying distinct personality and narrative, becoming artistic treasures in the Web3 world.
5. The vision of GRINNZ: Exploring identity and authenticity.
GRINNZ is not just a PFP series; it is more a discussion and exploration of identity: In Web3, are our PFPs an extension of identity or a disguise? Are these digital masks tools for revealing the real, or barriers to self-discovery?
The vision of GRINNZ is to inspire people to think: Who do you want to be? Is the identity you present through the mask your true self? What exactly does identity mean in the digital world?
6. Mint details
Supply: 2048
Blockchain: Solana
Presale price: 0.3 SOL (limited to 2 per wallet)
Whitelist price: 0.42 SOL (limited to 2 per wallet)
Public sale price: 0.69 SOL
Sale time: Early January 2025
Join the GRINNZ journey and tell your story!
GRINNZ is not just a simple NFT release, but an opportunity to tell your story through masks.
What story will your identity tell through your mask? Are you ready to unveil what’s behind the mask and discover your true self?
Join the unique journey of GRINNZ:
Twitter: @grinnznft
Official website: http://grinnznft.com
GRINNZ awaits you to wear your digital mask!