Join me in the latest dystopian story created by yours truly. This story falls in with the Copperverse that I have created starting with Copper Bot.

Description:

In a world where optimism is mandatory, Employee 2487’s life revolves around digging for copper and reporting his daily "level of optimism." A routine performance review triggers revelations about labor, compliance, and autonomy’s erosion. This dystopian tale explores how hope can be weaponized, reducing people to mere metrics within the Copperverse.
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In this episode of Realm News Flash, The Dark Lord covers the 2026 Minecraft Realms Map Maker Awards, highlighting the artistic contributions of Mickey Joe, and delves into the controversial reactions to the "Good Trouble" DLC, emphasizing the importance of civil rights education in gaming. He also discusses the formation of the Minecraft Safety Council, aimed at enhancing player safety, and provides updates on MichaelTBH's dual-wielding campaign. Wrapping up, The Dark Lord offers an exclusive sneak peek into "The Employee," his dystopian audiobook exploring themes of labor, compliance, and the manipulation of optimism.

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Constitution Annotated. “U.S. Constitution - First Amendment .” Constitution.congress.gov, Library of Congress, 15 Dec. 1791, constitution.congress.gov/constitution/amendment-1/.

Mickey Joe Alpha. “I Made Textures for a Real Minecraft Event: REALMS MAPMAKER AWARDS 2026 (Cinematic Recap).” YouTube, 7 Feb. 2026, www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhDzsn4r6nA. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.

MickeyJoe. “Twitter (X) Profile Link.” X (Formerly Twitter), 2026, x.com/MushirMickeyJoe?s=20.

Minecraft. “Good Trouble.” X (Formerly Twitter), 2026, x.com/Minecraft/status/2018380915244663086?s=20. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.

Staff. “The Minecraft Safety Council.” Minecraft.net, Minecraft, 3 Feb. 2026, www.minecraft.net/en-us/article/the-minecraft-safety-council.

Join me, The Dark Lord for this short episode where I cover the latest baby madness and then provide you a clip into another original audiobook that is part of the Realm News Copperverse. I hope you all enjoy The Employee. Narrated by yours truly.

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https://www.minecraft.net/en-us/article/babies-gone-feral

In this special 2nd anniversary episode of Realm News, charismatic host The Dark Lord celebrates the podcast’s journey with over 4,000 listeners across 60 countries. Reflecting on milestones like interviews with Kristoffer Zetterstrand, Concordia University's Minecraft Bloc team, Jigarbov, and Randy Bishop, plus the debut novella "Torvengi in the Village of Alp," we also present "Copper Bot"—an original Minecraft-inspired sci-fi story. Written and narrated by Greg Howard, it follows Winston, a copper automaton awakening after a millennium to navigate a changed world and lost memories. Stay tuned for more immersive tales like "The Employee," and thank you for exploring the realm with us!

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In this part 2 episode, I, The Dark Lord, engage in a captivating conversation with Mauvais Garcon. Together, we delve into the intricacies of content creation, particularly within the dynamic Minecraft community. Mauvais shares valuable insights on building a thriving community, shedding light on the impact of YouTube’s algorithm changes, and emphasizing the importance of consistency and quality in content production.

Our discussion also explores the potential of utilizing AI in scripting and the exciting possibilities of expanding into platforms like TikTok and Spotify. As a listener, you can look forward to gaining practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving digital content landscape while maintaining unwavering passion and perseverance in your creative pursuits.

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Find Mauvais Gaçon here:

Mauvais Garcon. “Mauvais Adventures in MineCraft. Episode 1 Vanilla World.” Youtu.be, 2025, youtu.be/c4F87JIUr_c?si=koa-a3JjKb-PNMYY. Accessed 2 Dec. 2025.

Mauvais Garcon . “X.com Profile .” X (Formerly Twitter), 2025, x.com/69mauvaisgarcon. Accessed 5 Dec. 2025.

In this impromptu episode of Realm News Flash, The Dark Lord delves into the latest Minecraft updates, expressing mixed feelings about the "Babies" drop featuring new baby mounts like donkeys, mules, and zombie horses. He critiques the update's lack of depth compared to previous drops and discusses community reactions. The episode also explores intriguing Minecraft trivia, including the "arrow trees" theory and Microsoft's data privacy policies. Plus, enjoy a heartfelt clip from part two of The Dark Lord's interview with former Minecraft content creator Mauvais Garçon, reflecting on his creative journey and aspirations. Tune in for news, opinions, and a dash of nostalgia.

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Dankis, Sofia . “Test Baby Mounts with New Looks.” Minecraft.net, 2026, www.minecraft.net/en-us/article/test-baby-mounts-with-new-looks. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.

In today’s Part 1: Exploring the Cinematic Forever World with Mauvais Garçon, we delve into the captivating story of Mauvais Garcon, a former self-proclaimed “bad boy” who has transformed into a celebrated Minecraft content creator. We’ll explore the origins of his unique gaming persona, his cherished memories of the Xbox 360, and how his children introduced him to the world of Minecraft. Additionally, we’ll follow his journey of building a successful YouTube channel and discuss the intriguing role of AI in content creation. Whether you’re a gaming enthusiast or an aspiring content creator, this captivating conversation is sure to leave you spellbound!

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Find Mauvais in the links below:

Mauvais Garcon. “Mauvais Adventures in MineCraft. Episode 1 Vanilla World.” Youtu.be, 2025, youtu.be/c4F87JIUr_c?si=koa-a3JjKb-PNMYY. Accessed 2 Dec. 2025.

Mauvais Garcon . “X.com Profile .” X (Formerly Twitter), 2025, x.com/69mauvaisgarcon. Accessed 5 Dec. 2025.

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In this episode of Realm News Flash, The Dark Lord dives into the latest Minecraft updates, including the buzz around baby mobs, the UK’s new age verification requirements, and community reactions to recent game features. Plus, enjoy an exclusive clip from an engaging conversation with content creator MauvaisGarcon, where they discuss his transformative journey from a self-proclaimed "bad boy" to a celebrated Minecraft influencer. Tune in for unscripted insights, captivating stories, and a sneak peek at Thursday’s full interview. Happy crafting!

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Work Cited

MIchealTBH. “Age Verification UK.” X (Formerly Twitter), 2026, x.com/themichaeltbh/status/2013037277530747227?s=20. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.

Minecraft. “Minecraft’s 'Huh? Just Seeds?” X.com, 2026, x.com/Minecraft/status/2011852461850710123?s=20. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.

MintRefresh. “Inhibits Creativity.” X (Formerly Twitter), 2026, x.com/MintRefresh_MC/status/2013260846726521104?s=20. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.

News, Realm. “Part 1: Exploring the Cinematic Forever World with Mauvais Garçon.” Patreon, 7 Dec. 2025, www.patreon.com/posts/part-1-exploring-145303970?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.

Realm News. “Vertical Slabs.” X (Formerly Twitter), 2026, x.com/RealmNews247/status/2013225506179547620?s=20. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.