Add ToxicWaifu to DAO Council

by 0xd6c957f9a6411f35d01baae2658758f277408878 (Rizk)

Should ToxicWaifu be added to DAO Council?

Address

0x6723dcb07f3ca735223cd1c0acfa62dd994a1bb4

Reasons for adding

Name: ToxicWaifu

Introduction

Some of you might not know me, especially if your experience with Decentraland is mainly through the DAO. However, those who regularly visit Decentraland will likely recognize me.

For everyone else, let me briefly introduce myself: My name is ToxicWaifu, and on October 1, 2022, I minted my name - a moment I consider the birth of my digital life in Decentraland.

I’m a wearable collector and creator, a landowner, a VP holder, and an active attendee and host at numerous events.

I want to be upfront: I approach the formation of this council with a critical mindset. Later in this application, I will explain why I hold this perspective, share my concerns, and clarify why I am still choosing to run for a position on the council despite my reservations.

Resume Highlighting Relevant Expertise

Decentraland

I am the co-founder of Dogebusters, a start-up where I assist MeanGreenDoge, a talented inventor and programmer, in testing and implementing his visions within Decentraland.

Our current project, the ‘Garden of Encounter’, serves as a cross-platform meeting place for users, whether they are on the old client, browser and new client (also tested on Godot Explorer).

Over the years, we’ve launched innovative projects, including:

• Events allowing users to mint wearables with Dogecoin in-world • Controlling a physical claw machine via DCL

Working closely with MeanGreenDoge has given me deep insights into the technical infrastructure of Decentraland. While I am not a programmer myself, I understand the challenges and concerns faced by builders, allowing me to effectively advocate for their needs.

Additionally:

Since early 2024, I’ve hosted ‘TikTok Tuesday’, a weekly event where I collaborate with users to create engaging social media content about Decentraland, streaming it simultaneously on Twitch and in-world.

I’ve created and sold wearables on the Marketplace or gifted them to users.

At the end of this year, Dogebusters had the opportunity to plan and execute an event for the Decentraland Foundation, receiving financial compensation (shared in the spirit of transparency).

For over a year, I have been tweeting daily about my life in Decentraland, sharing experiences, insights, and updates from my perspective as an active user.

I also participate in Twitter Spaces to discuss my experiences in Decentraland, contributing to conversations, sharing my insights, and fostering dialogue about life in the Metaverse.

Evidence

Real Life

Born in the mid-90s, I’ve built over 10 years of experience as a managing director in the German real estate sector. Despite my relatively young age, I seized an unexpected opportunity, earned my place in a male-dominated industry, and quickly adapted to challenges, taking on significant responsibility early in my career.

Areas of Expertise:

• Property management, rental, and sales • Team leadership and project oversight

My academic background includes a degree in Marketing and Communication Management, with a focus on Strategic Marketing, giving me the tools to analyze, plan, and execute strategic goals effectively.

Despite living with chronic autoimmune diseases, I’ve adapted to a home office setup without compromising on productivity or leadership responsibilities. This has strengthened my skills in self-discipline, digital collaboration, and resilience.

Cover Letter: My Vision for Decentraland’s Future

In the spirit of openness and transparency, I want to share my perspective:

I approach the formation of this council with a critical mindset. My primary concern is that decision-making power might become centralized in the hands of a few individuals who, while potentially possessing creative visions and innovative ideas, could lose sight of the real needs and day-to-day realities of the community. This disconnect risks leading to well-intentioned but impractical decisions.

This concern is not unfounded. My skepticism stems from my experience with the Re-Genesis Summit, which highlighted systemic issues within the ‘old DAO’.

Attempting to ‘fix’ something as innovative and unexplored as a Metaverse DAO by reverting to traditional IRL meeting structures felt short-sighted. Claiming this was the only viable option - without fully exploring Decentraland’s unique digital infrastructure - was a significant misstep. It reflected a concerning lack of understanding of the potential the Metaverse already offers, even in its current state.

The abrupt cancellation of remote participation, despite earlier promises of inclusivity, crossed a sensitive line. This decision divided the community into two groups:

• On-site attendees, who returned home under suspicion of closed-door negotiations. • Remote users, who felt excluded from a process they had every right to participate in.

At its core, the DAO must prioritize transparency above all else. Clear and open communication could have prevented much of this mistrust and division.

Application continued in comments.

This proposal is summarized due to technical limitations. To view it complete and vote on it, visit the DCL DAO Governance dApp