Gingerbread Squad Adult Animated Series on Cardano

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

John Moreland

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

Entity (Not Incorporated)

[GENERAL] Co-proposers and additional applicants

@ThugLifeBaaabyyy (Gingerbread Squad)

@joshjd. (Gingerbread Squad)

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

12

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language

No

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

Producing an 8-episode animated series based on the Gingerbread Squad "Half-Baked" comic series, blending humor and Cardano NFT culture to engage and expand the community.

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

No dependencies.

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

No

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

The series will be proprietary, but we will engage the community through open feedback sessions and public screenings of episodes.

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution

We will develop an adult animated series featuring characters from the Gingerbread Squad NFTs. The series will consist of 8 episodes, each 22 minutes long, designed to entertain and also subtly educate viewers about the Cardano ecosystem through engaging narratives and clever humor.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

This series will drive broader engagement by introducing entertaining content that resonates with both Cardano enthusiasts and general audiences, helping to grow the community and attract new members.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

With experienced animators and scriptwriters who have previously worked on successful web series, our team is well-equipped to deliver high-quality animated content. We'll ensure transparency and community involvement throughout the development process.

[PROJECT MILESTONES] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

Script and character design completion

• Outputs: Completed scripts for 8 episodes and finalized character designs.
• Criteria: Approval of scripts and designs by the Cardano community through votes.
• Evidence: Published scripts and character designs available for community review.

Production of first two episodes

• Outputs: Fully produced first two episodes.
• Criteria: Positive feedback from initial screening with at least 80% viewer approval.
• Evidence: Screening event and collected feedback reports.

Completion of all episodes

• Outputs: All 8 episodes produced.
• Criteria: Ready for release with all episodes meeting quality standards.
• Evidence: Final episodes ready for release as verified by the production team.

Series launch and community event

• Outputs: Official launch of the series and a major community event celebrating the release.
• Criteria: Successful series launch with high attendance and viewer satisfaction.
• Evidence: Event footage and viewer surveys post-event.

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Project Lead: John Moreland - Management and oversight

Lead Animator: John Moreland - Animation direction

Scriptwriters: Reverse Bones, @ThugLifeBaaabyyy, @joshjd., and John Moreland - Story and episode development

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Production Costs: ₳70,000

Marketing and Community Events: ₳10,000

Operational Expenses: ₳10,000

Overhead: ₳10,000.

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

The investment in creating a culturally rich and engaging animated series will significantly enhance community engagement and serve as a unique promotional tool for Cardano, offering substantial returns through increased visibility and community growth.