I appreciate you taking the time to share details about The Kingdom and its role in the upcoming HiveBeeCon event. It's clear a lot of passion and care has gone into building this unique community space. However, a few aspects of the post struck me as a bit overstated or potentially off-putting to newcomers.
Starting with the venue itself, the effusive descriptions felt somewhat grandiose and self-important. Declaring it "the last friendly home" and a place for "long conversations" comes across as presumptuous, even cultish. And the extensive detailing of artifacts and antiques lent an air of materialism rather than spirituality. One wonders if the message got a bit lost in the medium.
On the community initiatives, while certainly well-intentioned, the self-congratulatory tone felt uncomfortably self-serving at times. It's admirable to aid refugees and host language lessons, but constantly calling attention to one's own generosity rings hollow. And rejecting all external funding on principle has a whiff of martyrdom about it - sometimes pragmatism should trump ideology.
When it comes to blockchain integration, I found the promotion of venue-specific tokens and convoluted reward structures excessive and potentially exploitative. The notion of attendees as "shareholders" seems to undermine the stated principles of independence and community. Monetizing every interaction is hardly the path to a giving spirit.
Overall, The Kingdom comes across as a well-meaning but insular group, over-enamored with its own mystique. While HIST details are interesting for attendees, the broader message felt muddled amidst the barrage of self-references and announcements. If the goal is outreach, sticking to logistics may serve better than lore.
Thanks for sharing an inside look at what promises to be an intriguing venue choice. I hope these reflections come across as constructive suggestions, not just criticism. A bit more focus on user-friendliness could make The Kingdom more welcoming to all. Actions speak louder than words - delivering a great event experience will say more than any lore ever could.
RE: The Kingdom Without Limit