Neoxian's Daring and Intrepid Steampunk writing contest!

in #steampunk6 years ago

Hey everyone, it's time for a new writing contest. For this contest we are going to explore the Steampunk genre.

What is Steampunk? I think the wikipedia article says it better than I could:

Steampunk is a subgenre of science fiction or science fantasy that incorporates technology and aesthetic designs inspired by 19th-century industrial steam-powered machinery. Although its literary origins are sometimes associated with the cyberpunk genre, steampunk works are often set in an alternative history of the 19th century's British Victorian era or American "Wild West", in a future during which steam power has maintained mainstream usage, or in a fantasy world that similarly employs steam power

Quote from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steampunk

So a Steampunk story will have either a 19th century British Victorian, or an American western style (or both). It will feature lots of Steam technology, Steam trains, steam powered boats, computers, automatons and other gizmos.

Gears, gears gears! A plethora of clockwork gears are often a staple in these settings. Steampunk characters come equipped with goggles, a wrench, and top hat and other stylish attire.

Writing contest

Ok, for this contest I would like you to write a short story, a couple pages, perhaps more, in the Steampunk genre. This story should be a post and you should leave a comment below linking to your post.

  • No plagiarism please. This story should be primarily your own original work. I'm ok with fan-fiction though.
  • Your story should actually be a Steam punk story. I've have a fair number of people in previous contests linking me to a random post of theirs, that wasn't in the specified genre and not even a proper story.
  • You have seven days to make your submission, until this post pays out.
  • Only one entry per person!

The winner will receive 10 SBD, 100% vote and resteem. I'll give some 50% votes to runners up.

Good luck and happy writing!


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Hello. Thanks for hosting the contest. Here is my submission.

Sorry, I'm not sure if I've missed the deadline, it can be a bit confusing working out due to different time zones, and I didn't see the competition until a few days ago ... so I hope you might accept my entry anyway? If not, que sera sera :)

https://steemit.com/fiction/@ravenruis/eleanor-witherington-has-a-day

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Sounds like a fun contest and looking forward to reading the entries. Good luck to all who are taking part :)

Just trying my luck here...hope I am close haha
https://steemit.com/steampunk/@kaerpediem/the-communicator

This is my submission, Mr. Neoxian... https://steemit.com/steampunk/@abmakko/coal-rebels-a-steampunk-short-story Hope you enjoy the read.

I'm definitely in this time thanks for the opportunity mr ninja

It's a fantastic opportunity
I hope to participate in this wonderful competition
Thank you for your great effort

Neoxian how are you? I had days without greeting you, luck to those who participate I'm not good at writing but I'm going to say hello

I'm good thanks.

Ahhmm! 10 SBD to winner! Wish I am the winner!

You could be the winner.

I’d be horrific at this but I still might give it a go.

This is a contest ill like to enter into.

Phew, just about made it. I really hope this counts as steampunk, my first attempt at the genre. Thank you very much for the chance to try something new.

The Attack of 1852

Harden's Folly. My entry into your contest, thank you for the opportunity.

This is my entry for the steampunk contest; I hope it's satisfactory...

https://steemit.com/steampunk/@wales/3xk6qg-steampunk-zombies

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thanks

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I plan to enter this. Do we have until Sunday? @neoxian?

Wao its a great idea of contest. I will try to participate!

Oh, man. I missed it. I'm going to have to keep an eye on your stuff. It's been a busy week, though. Maybe next time. :-)