The life and death of a community are determined by its cultural heritage, and the fate of cultural heritage lies in the hands of those who take responsibility and drive its development—"culture builders."

This article explores the distinction between culture builders and culture destroyers. Culture builders, like Satoshi Nakamoto, drive cultural development through ideas, community participation, and values, ensuring its continuity. In contrast, culture destroyers, like SBF, pursue personal gain, exploiting the culture for their own profit and ultimately undermining the foundation of the community and its culture. The article emphasizes that a community's culture is not shaped by a single event or individual, but through the collective effort and protection of everyone. The power of culture comes from its defense and transmission of values, not from selfish manipulation and exploitation.

The following is the original content (reorganized for easier reading and comprehension):

Lore: The Backbone of Community

Lore is the shared stories, symbolic systems, and collective memories of a community that bind its members together. It cannot be bought; for Lore to endure, the community must be deeply involved and drive its evolution. The most impactful Lore is an open invitation to the community to collectively shape its mission and destiny. Those who quietly nurture this Lore are known as Lore builders.

Their motivations vary: some "do it just for fun," while others are driven by a strong inner purpose. Regardless of the reason, all Lore builders share one common trait—they build not for themselves, but for something greater than themselves.

In contrast, there are those who are the complete opposite of Lore builders: Lorebreakers. Driven by self-interest, they see Lore as a resource to exploit rather than a cause to contribute to. On the surface, they may appear similar to Lore builders, even behaving in seemingly comparable ways, but over time, their true motives will be revealed. Lorebreakers do not see themselves as part of the story; they see themselves as the center of it—and they will betray Lore without hesitation when their personal interests demand it.

Since the concept of "Lore building" is still nascent, we must remain vigilant and clearly distinguish between Lore builders and destroyers. It is to establish this boundary that this article is written. When this line is crossed, it becomes easier to identify who is building and who is consuming.

Characteristics of Lore Builders and Lorebreakers

Among all the characteristics of these opposing forces, the most memorable is that successful Lore builders are guardians of cultural memory, shaping enduring collective identities. In contrast, Lorebreakers are like parasites, seeing only their immediate desires and constantly draining the life force from Lore until it is exhausted.

What Are Lore Builders?

Lore builders are individuals who listen to, practice, and collectively extend mythological narratives with the community. As I mentioned in my previous article, Lore builders "can identify emerging ideas, understand their historical context, perceive collective emotions, and weave all of this into a coherent and engaging narrative." They are the prophets of Lore. Good Lore builders do not impose directions; they listen, protect, and remain sensitive and responsive to the natural evolution of Lore.

It is worth emphasizing that Lore builders are often not the loudest or most conspicuous people in the room. Their words and actions are intentional, and they are often the ones working quietly behind the scenes—keeping the fire burning when everyone else has lost interest. While their specific words and actions may vary, they all share a common core trait: being rooted in the values they believe in and defend.

Lore builders possess a high degree of sensitivity and intuition. They understand the historical context of the Lore they build and recognize the past forces that give it meaning and power in the present. They can sense the emotions and atmosphere around them, judge the direction for the next step, and discern what actions can truly resonate with the community.

Lore builders have an instinctive appreciation for the "mythical sense," recognizing and amplifying those profound moments and actions—whether grand or small—at the right time. Ultimately, the perceptiveness of Lore builders stems from a vision for the future; they see Lore as a living story that continues to evolve over time.

Lore builders are essentially selfless, with a strong sense of integrity. They put aside their egos and serve the community and Lore itself with humility, rather than using Lore as a tool for self-service. They understand that Lore is a collective creation, shaped by many and constantly evolving within a larger narrative and emotional tide. They know that actions speak louder than words; whether they are known or not is unimportant—they let their contributions speak for themselves.

Lore builders take the initiative. They act without being told and feel a sense of responsibility for advancing Lore. This "proactivity" can take many forms: symbolic (such as creating Memes or iconic symbols), narrative (writing content, canonizing specific events, creating characters), ideological (taking public stances, establishing values), or ritualistic (holding events, forming habits, repeating certain actions).

Good Lore builders know exactly when to step forward and when to wait for the right moment. Proactivity does not mean forcing the development of Lore, but stepping forward at the right time. Each proactive move increases the "density" and expansion of Lore.

Lore builders also possess patience and resilience. They understand that the formation and rooting of Lore take time; it must penetrate deeply into the collective memory. All truly powerful Lore is gradually formed through shared experiences—whether laughter, struggle, or victory. There are no shortcuts to building Lore; it is not an overnight process. It must be built brick by brick, drop by drop, through accumulated actions.

Given enough time, a spiritual fortress capable of withstanding various external shocks will eventually take shape.

Ultimately, no matter what they do or how they act, Lore builders always see themselves as part of Lore—like a single note in a symphony or a stitch in a mythological tapestry. Alone, they may seem insignificant, but they are indispensable to the overall form.

Satoshi Nakamoto: The Paragon of Lore Builders

Satoshi Nakamoto is not only the founder of Bitcoin but also the standard-bearer for all subsequent Lore builders. No matter how technically remarkable Bitcoin is, it could not have survived to this day without a Lore that attracts staunch believers.

Satoshi understood the historical context that gave birth to Bitcoin. He grasped the significance of the "cypherpunk movement" in the 1990s—the ideological foundation of Bitcoin. This movement sowed the seeds of "fighting for freedom with code," emphasizing that encryption is a tool for achieving individual and collective sovereignty. At that time, projects like B-Money and Bit Gold laid the theoretical foundation for digital currency, but it was not until the "double-spending problem" was solved that digital currency became truly viable in both computational and economic terms.

Satoshi integrated these advancements in cryptography and distributed systems while remaining faithful to the spirit of cypherpunk, ultimately creating a trustless, self-sustaining digital value transfer protocol. The final piece he needed was a suitable catalyst.

Then, the 2008 financial crisis erupted. Governments chose to bail out financial giants while abandoning ordinary people and printing money indiscriminately through quantitative easing policies. These actions caused widespread disillusionment and distorted incentives—profits were privatized, while losses were socialized. The systemic failure of the financial system and the collapse of public trust in mainstream institutions created the perfect historical window for Satoshi to release the Bitcoin whitepaper on Halloween 2008.

Satoshi's vision was clear: to create a peer-to-peer, decentralized system that serves as an alternative to state-controlled currencies. Relying solely on transactions between individuals, secured by cryptographic trust mechanisms, without banks, governments, or intermediaries. There is no central server, nor any single accountable individual, only an open-source network that transcends borders and is accessible to everyone.

This participation is not limited to technical work such as running full nodes or contributing code, but also includes active engagement in the community and social aspects of Bitcoin. For example, the Bitcoin forum "Bitcoin Talk" was Satoshi's stronghold—he not only shared his thoughts and logic there but also guided and nurtured a community that would collectively establish cultural norms and refine the core philosophy of Bitcoin.

The philosophical principles advocated by Satoshi on this forum, and the community's response to these principles, are as important as the code he wrote.

For example, the hard cap on the total supply of Bitcoin at 21 million units deeply embeds the cultural consciousness of "scarcity," fundamentally protecting the community from the inflationary tyranny of fiat currency overprinting—which has never been truly consented to by the public. In addition, principles such as "trustlessness," "sovereignty," "permissionlessness," "neutrality," "antifragility," and "pragmatism" were also established in the early culture of Bitcoin, laying the foundation for its future development.

Satoshi held himself to the highest standards, becoming a role model for others to follow. He remained anonymous and never sought personal attention. The often-quoted slogan "We are all Bitcoin" is no accident—it reflects Satoshi's intention: to allow everyone to participate in the development of Bitcoin, because Bitcoin was always meant to transcend any single individual. The moment he handed Bitcoin over to the community was also the birth of a new generation of Lore builders, who would continue to drive Bitcoin into the future.

The one million Bitcoins still untouched in Satoshi's wallet are his most powerful declaration. Although these Bitcoins are now worth billions of dollars, their value is insignificant to him—they are measured in a fiat currency system he sought to create an "escape hatch" from, a system whose value he aimed to颠覆. If these Bitcoins were ever sold, it would completely betray everything Satoshi represents and destroy the spiritual foundation of Bitcoin—turning him from a Lore builder into a Lorebreaker.

Since Satoshi disappeared into the annals of Bitcoin and social history, he has become a mythological figure for millions of people worldwide, guiding their actions. Ultimately, he has become the best example for all subsequent Lore builders to follow.

Lorebreakers and Their Consequences

Lorebreakers are individuals who extract and distort Lore for personal gain, manipulating the communities they participate in to achieve their goals.

They are false prophets, presenting themselves as saviors in almost mythical ways, only to fall from grace in a biblical-like manner. Time and again, people in the digital currency space have shown that they are susceptible to the allure of Lorebreakers.

Humans are naturally inclined to seek saviors; everyone is looking for someone to follow, a tendency that is often exploited. If we are to continue to grow and develop as an industry, we must remain vigilant, identify Lorebreakers, and bravely expose them.

Lorebreakers are typically self-driven, prioritizing themselves above all else. Their motivation is personal glory, and they care most about how others perceive them. Their mindset is "mine," not "ours," and their language is usually self-referential. For example, they might say, "Look at me, I am a visionary," rather than "Look at what we are building together."

Lorebreakers are inherently short-term opportunists and toxic mercenaries. They will only participate in the story when it benefits them, and they will quickly betray it if a better opportunity arises. Lorebreakers have no firm beliefs or positions; they will say anything to please the masses. Rather than building a myth, they exploit it, distorting Lore to ultimately serve their personal interests.

Lorebreakers appear sanitized and inauthentic. Their language is robotic, hollow, and superficial, lacking any substantial content. They over-optimize metrics and dramatic effects while ignoring the substance and the natural direction of Lore's development.

Ultimately, Lorebreakers attempt to extract as much benefit as possible from the myth as quickly as possible, ultimately leading the community into ruin and chaos. In contrast, Lore builders steadily advance the evolution of the myth over the long term, allowing patient community members to rise together and move forward hand in hand.

SBF: The Ultimate Lorebreaker

In recent memory, one of the most notorious Lorebreakers is Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF). From a Lore-building perspective, he did many things right in building Lore for himself and FTX/Alameda.

He came from a prestigious background, MIT and Jane Street, and initially entered the crypto space through Bitcoin arbitrage in Asia. He crafted himself as a disheveled genius founder, sleeping on a bean bag and living modestly, but all of this was a carefully orchestrated performance.

SBF's espoused philosophy of "effective altruism," which emphasizes doing the most good by any means necessary, placed him and his actions on a moral high ground. Those who followed him and the Lore he built often saw a lot of copy-pasted content and his involvement in iconic events, whether it was his "rescue" of Sushiswap from Chef Nomi's control or his claim that "he would buy all SOL at $3"—these are just a few examples.

SBF solidified external validation, raising hundreds of millions for FTX from venture capital firms like SoftBank, Sequoia Capital, Paradigm, Temasek, and Blackstone, and established himself as a legitimate voice of authority. He met with regulators, testified before Congress, and positioned himself as the "acceptable face" of cryptocurrency. Crypto Twitter was mesmerized by this myth, with accounts like Autism Capital beautifying his image and efforts for years.

However, signs of Lorebreaking had already emerged. First, SBF rebuilt the very system that Bitcoin and cryptocurrency were supposed to disrupt, replacing it with a cult of personality centered around himself. Ironically, he established close relationships with the very institutions that Satoshi tried to distance himself from, but many chose to ignore this, whether out of being charmed by him or because it served their interests. SBF was highly opaque in his dealings and structure between Alameda and FTX, which were essentially the same entity.

From plastering his face on billboards in Miami to advertising in San Francisco, claiming that he "joined crypto to do global good," SBF mimicked legitimacy while undermining the mythological foundation of cryptocurrency. He disguised himself in the language of altruism, decentralization, and ethics as a facade to further his personal and political goals.

As a Lorebreaker, SBF saw cryptocurrency as an industry to extract benefits from, rather than a space worth building. He used this myth to enhance his own and his cronies' power, and when his empire collapsed in November 2022 with FTX filing for bankruptcy, many were left abandoned and devastated.

SBF was found guilty of multiple crimes and is currently serving a 25-year federal prison sentence, ordered to forfeit over $11 billion in assets for misappropriating FTX customer deposits to support Alameda, purchase real estate, make political donations, and more. We are fortunate that he was caught; had SBF gone further, he might have become a Trojan horse that could have dismantled everything this industry had built.

Conclusion

The life and death of a community are determined by its cultural heritage, and the fate of cultural heritage lies in the hands of those who take responsibility and drive its development—"culture builders." Cultural construction has always existed; it is only now that we are beginning to define it and distinguish between culture builders and culture destroyers. Culture is the lifeline of a community, and while culture builders are the sages who give it vitality, culture destroyers are the vampires that drain its essence.

Culture is never neutral; it is always being shaped and changed by the community. Without excellent culture builders to defend it, it is susceptible to exploitation. The future of any project is not driven by code or funding but is determined by those who give it myth and shape its culture.

Today, founders are romanticized like athletes. But we no longer need more founders who raise huge sums of money, nor do we need more venture capital to fund them. What we need are more guardians, weavers, myth keepers, and humble shepherds who play a role in preserving cultural heritage and defending it against erosion by external forces. To achieve this, you do not need to make a dazzling appearance; I do not recommend that.

To be a culture builder, you simply need to care and step into your role at the right time.

The life and death of a community are determined by its cultural heritage, and the fate of cultural heritage lies in the hands of those who take responsibility and drive its development—"culture builders."

This article explores the distinction between culture builders and culture destroyers. Culture builders, like Satoshi Nakamoto, drive cultural development through ideas, community participation, and values, ensuring its continuity. In contrast, culture destroyers, like SBF, pursue personal gain, exploiting the culture for their own profit and ultimately undermining the foundation of the community and its culture. The article emphasizes that a community's culture is not shaped by a single event or individual, but through the collective effort and protection of everyone. The power of culture comes from its defense and transmission of values, not from selfish manipulation and exploitation.

The following is the original content (reorganized for easier reading and comprehension):

Lore: The Backbone of Community

Lore is the shared stories, symbolic systems, and collective memories of a community that bind its members together. It cannot be bought; for Lore to endure, the community must be deeply involved and drive its evolution. The most impactful Lore is an open invitation to the community to collectively shape its mission and destiny. Those who quietly nurture this Lore are known as Lore builders.

Their motivations vary: some "do it just for fun," while others are driven by a strong inner purpose. Regardless of the reason, all Lore builders share one common trait—they build not for themselves, but for something greater than themselves.

In contrast, there are those who are the complete opposite of Lore builders: Lorebreakers. Driven by self-interest, they see Lore as a resource to exploit rather than a cause to contribute to. On the surface, they may appear similar to Lore builders, even behaving in seemingly comparable ways, but over time, their true motives will be revealed. Lorebreakers do not see themselves as part of the story; they see themselves as the center of it—and they will betray Lore without hesitation when their personal interests demand it.

Since the concept of "Lore building" is still nascent, we must remain vigilant and clearly distinguish between Lore builders and destroyers. It is to establish this boundary that this article is written. When this line is crossed, it becomes easier to identify who is building and who is consuming.

Characteristics of Lore Builders and Lorebreakers

Among all the characteristics of these opposing forces, the most memorable is that successful Lore builders are guardians of cultural memory, shaping enduring collective identities. In contrast, Lorebreakers are like parasites, seeing only their immediate desires and constantly draining the life force from Lore until it is exhausted.

What Are Lore Builders?

Lore builders are individuals who listen to, practice, and collectively extend mythological narratives with the community. As I mentioned in my previous article, Lore builders "can identify emerging ideas, understand their historical context, perceive collective emotions, and weave all of this into a coherent and engaging narrative." They are the prophets of Lore. Good Lore builders do not impose directions; they listen, protect, and remain sensitive and responsive to the natural evolution of Lore.

It is worth emphasizing that Lore builders are often not the loudest or most conspicuous people in the room. Their words and actions are intentional, and they are often the ones working quietly behind the scenes—keeping the fire burning when everyone else has lost interest. While their specific words and actions may vary, they all share a common core trait: being rooted in the values they believe in and defend.

Lore builders possess a high degree of sensitivity and intuition. They understand the historical context of the Lore they build and recognize the past forces that give it meaning and power in the present. They can sense the emotions and atmosphere around them, judge the direction for the next step, and discern what actions can truly resonate with the community.

Lore builders have an instinctive appreciation for the "mythical sense," recognizing and amplifying those profound moments and actions—whether grand or small—at the right time. Ultimately, the perceptiveness of Lore builders stems from a vision for the future; they see Lore as a living story that continues to evolve over time.

Lore builders are essentially selfless, with a strong sense of integrity. They put aside their egos and serve the community and Lore itself with humility, rather than using Lore as a tool for self-service. They understand that Lore is a collective creation, shaped by many and constantly evolving within a larger narrative and emotional tide. They know that actions speak louder than words; whether they are known or not is unimportant—they let their contributions speak for themselves.

Lore builders take the initiative. They act without being told and feel a sense of responsibility for advancing Lore. This "proactivity" can take many forms: symbolic (such as creating Memes or iconic symbols), narrative (writing content, canonizing specific events, creating characters), ideological (taking public stances, establishing values), or ritualistic (holding events, forming habits, repeating certain actions).

Good Lore builders know exactly when to step forward and when to wait for the right moment. Proactivity does not mean forcing the development of Lore, but stepping forward at the right time. Each proactive move increases the "density" and expansion of Lore.

Lore builders also possess patience and resilience. They understand that the formation and rooting of Lore take time; it must penetrate deeply into the collective memory. All truly powerful Lore is gradually formed through shared experiences—whether laughter, struggle, or victory. There are no shortcuts to building Lore; it is not an overnight process. It must be built brick by brick, drop by drop, through accumulated actions.

Given enough time, a spiritual fortress capable of withstanding various external shocks will eventually take shape.

Ultimately, no matter what they do or how they act, Lore builders always see themselves as part of Lore—like a single note in a symphony or a stitch in a mythological tapestry. Alone, they may seem insignificant, but they are indispensable to the overall form.

Satoshi Nakamoto: The Paragon of Lore Builders

Satoshi Nakamoto is not only the founder of Bitcoin but also the standard-bearer for all subsequent Lore builders. No matter how technically remarkable Bitcoin is, it could not have survived to this day without a Lore that attracts staunch believers.

Satoshi understood the historical context that gave birth to Bitcoin. He grasped the significance of the "cypherpunk movement" in the 1990s—the ideological foundation of Bitcoin. This movement sowed the seeds of "fighting for freedom with code," emphasizing that encryption is a tool for achieving individual and collective sovereignty. At that time, projects like B-Money and Bit Gold laid the theoretical foundation for digital currency, but it was not until the "double-spending problem" was solved that digital currency became truly viable in both computational and economic terms.

Satoshi integrated these advancements in cryptography and distributed systems while remaining faithful to the spirit of cypherpunk, ultimately creating a trustless, self-sustaining digital value transfer protocol. The final piece he needed was a suitable catalyst.

Then, the 2008 financial crisis erupted. Governments chose to bail out financial giants while abandoning ordinary people and printing money indiscriminately through quantitative easing policies. These actions caused widespread disillusionment and distorted incentives—profits were privatized, while losses were socialized. The systemic failure of the financial system and the collapse of public trust in mainstream institutions created the perfect historical window for Satoshi to release the Bitcoin whitepaper on Halloween 2008.

Satoshi's vision was clear: to create a peer-to-peer, decentralized system that serves as an alternative to state-controlled currencies. Relying solely on transactions between individuals, secured by cryptographic trust mechanisms, without banks, governments, or intermediaries. There is no central server, nor any single accountable individual, only an open-source network that transcends borders and is accessible to everyone.

This participation is not limited to technical work such as running full nodes or contributing code, but also includes active engagement in the community and social aspects of Bitcoin. For example, the Bitcoin forum "Bitcoin Talk" was Satoshi's stronghold—he not only shared his thoughts and logic there but also guided and nurtured a community that would collectively establish cultural norms and refine the core philosophy of Bitcoin.

The philosophical principles advocated by Satoshi on this forum, and the community's response to these principles, are as important as the code he wrote.

For example, the hard cap on the total supply of Bitcoin at 21 million units deeply embeds the cultural consciousness of "scarcity," fundamentally protecting the community from the inflationary tyranny of fiat currency overprinting—which has never been truly consented to by the public. In addition, principles such as "trustlessness," "sovereignty," "permissionlessness," "neutrality," "antifragility," and "pragmatism" were also established in the early culture of Bitcoin, laying the foundation for its future development.

Satoshi held himself to the highest standards, becoming a role model for others to follow. He remained anonymous and never sought personal attention. The often-quoted slogan "We are all Bitcoin" is no accident—it reflects Satoshi's intention: to allow everyone to participate in the development of Bitcoin, because Bitcoin was always meant to transcend any single individual. The moment he handed Bitcoin over to the community was also the birth of a new generation of Lore builders, who would continue to drive Bitcoin into the future.

The one million Bitcoins still untouched in Satoshi's wallet are his most powerful declaration. Although these Bitcoins are now worth billions of dollars, their value is insignificant to him—they are measured in a fiat currency system he sought to create an "escape hatch" from, a system whose value he aimed to颠覆. If these Bitcoins were ever sold, it would completely betray everything Satoshi represents and destroy the spiritual foundation of Bitcoin—turning him from a Lore builder into a Lorebreaker.

Since Satoshi disappeared into the annals of Bitcoin and social history, he has become a mythological figure for millions of people worldwide, guiding their actions. Ultimately, he has become the best example for all subsequent Lore builders to follow.

Lorebreakers and Their Consequences

Lorebreakers are individuals who extract and distort Lore for personal gain, manipulating the communities they participate in to achieve their goals.

They are false prophets, presenting themselves as saviors in almost mythical ways, only to fall from grace in a biblical-like manner. Time and again, people in the digital currency space have shown that they are susceptible to the allure of Lorebreakers.

Humans are naturally inclined to seek saviors; everyone is looking for someone to follow, a tendency that is often exploited. If we are to continue to grow and develop as an industry, we must remain vigilant, identify Lorebreakers, and bravely expose them.

Lorebreakers are typically self-driven, prioritizing themselves above all else. Their motivation is personal glory, and they care most about how others perceive them. Their mindset is "mine," not "ours," and their language is usually self-referential. For example, they might say, "Look at me, I am a visionary," rather than "Look at what we are building together."

Lorebreakers are inherently short-term opportunists and toxic mercenaries. They will only participate in the story when it benefits them, and they will quickly betray it if a better opportunity arises. Lorebreakers have no firm beliefs or positions; they will say anything to please the masses. Rather than building a myth, they exploit it, distorting Lore to ultimately serve their personal interests.

Lorebreakers appear sanitized and inauthentic. Their language is robotic, hollow, and superficial, lacking any substantial content. They over-optimize metrics and dramatic effects while ignoring the substance and the natural direction of Lore's development.

Ultimately, Lorebreakers attempt to extract as much benefit as possible from the myth as quickly as possible, ultimately leading the community into ruin and chaos. In contrast, Lore builders steadily advance the evolution of the myth over the long term, allowing patient community members to rise together and move forward hand in hand.

SBF: The Ultimate Lorebreaker

In recent memory, one of the most notorious Lorebreakers is Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF). From a Lore-building perspective, he did many things right in building Lore for himself and FTX/Alameda.

He came from a prestigious background, MIT and Jane Street, and initially entered the crypto space through Bitcoin arbitrage in Asia. He crafted himself as a disheveled genius founder, sleeping on a bean bag and living modestly, but all of this was a carefully orchestrated performance.

SBF's espoused philosophy of "effective altruism," which emphasizes doing the most good by any means necessary, placed him and his actions on a moral high ground. Those who followed him and the Lore he built often saw a lot of copy-pasted content and his involvement in iconic events, whether it was his "rescue" of Sushiswap from Chef Nomi's control or his claim that "he would buy all SOL at $3"—these are just a few examples.

SBF solidified external validation, raising hundreds of millions for FTX from venture capital firms like SoftBank, Sequoia Capital, Paradigm, Temasek, and Blackstone, and established himself as a legitimate voice of authority. He met with regulators, testified before Congress, and positioned himself as the "acceptable face" of cryptocurrency. Crypto Twitter was mesmerized by this myth, with accounts like Autism Capital beautifying his image and efforts for years.

However, signs of Lorebreaking had already emerged. First, SBF rebuilt the very system that Bitcoin and cryptocurrency were supposed to disrupt, replacing it with a cult of personality centered around himself. Ironically, he established close relationships with the very institutions that Satoshi tried to distance himself from, but many chose to ignore this, whether out of being charmed by him or because it served their interests. SBF was highly opaque in his dealings and structure between Alameda and FTX, which were essentially the same entity.

From plastering his face on billboards in Miami to advertising in San Francisco, claiming that he "joined crypto to do global good," SBF mimicked legitimacy while undermining the mythological foundation of cryptocurrency. He disguised himself in the language of altruism, decentralization, and ethics as a facade to further his personal and political goals.

As a Lorebreaker, SBF saw cryptocurrency as an industry to extract benefits from, rather than a space worth building. He used this myth to enhance his own and his cronies' power, and when his empire collapsed in November 2022 with FTX filing for bankruptcy, many were left abandoned and devastated.

SBF was found guilty of multiple crimes and is currently serving a 25-year federal prison sentence, ordered to forfeit over $11 billion in assets for misappropriating FTX customer deposits to support Alameda, purchase real estate, make political donations, and more. We are fortunate that he was caught; had SBF gone further, he might have become a Trojan horse that could have dismantled everything this industry had built.

Conclusion

The life and death of a community are determined by its cultural heritage, and the fate of cultural heritage lies in the hands of those who take responsibility and drive its development—"culture builders." Cultural construction has always existed; it is only now that we are beginning to define it and distinguish between culture builders and culture destroyers. Culture is the lifeline of a community, and while culture builders are the sages who give it vitality, culture destroyers are the vampires that drain its essence.

Culture is never neutral; it is always being shaped and changed by the community. Without excellent culture builders to defend it, it is susceptible to exploitation. The future of any project is not driven by code or funding but is determined by those who give it myth and shape its culture.

Today, founders are romanticized like athletes. But we no longer need more founders who raise huge sums of money, nor do we need more venture capital to fund them. What we need are more guardians, weavers, myth keepers, and humble shepherds who play a role in preserving cultural heritage and defending it against erosion by external forces. To achieve this, you do not need to make a dazzling appearance; I do not recommend that.

To be a culture builder, you simply need to care and step into your role at the right time.