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	~~The~~ '''Caseyverse''', a ~~rich~~ and ~~detailed fictional universe centered around~~ the ~~island nation of~~ [[~~Nethington~~]], ~~was born from the creative mind of Tony Bark~~. ~~Initially conceived as~~ a ~~coping mechanism for Bark’s evolving relationships with friends~~ on [[~~Wiki:DeviantArt~~\|~~DeviantArt~~]], the Caseyverse ~~evolved from an unfinished short story titled “[[Sunset]]~~.”		Tony Bark created the '''Caseyverse''' as a coping mechanism for the changing landscape of his online friendships on DeviantArt in 2005. His friends were moving on or losing contact as he struggled to incorporate their characters and fursonas into his creative endeavors meaningfully. The genesis of the Caseyverse was an unfinished short story titled [[Sunset]], conceived in 2010. This narrative introduced [[Aidan Cheddar]], a mouse, and offered a fresh perspective on [[Zack Casey\|Zack]], a fox, through Aidan's eyes. Zack, originally conceived as Bark's blue fox fursona during his time on DeviantArt in 2005, was initially based on Tails from Sonic the Hedgehog, reflecting Bark's love for classic games, fan characters and fiction. Over time, Zack evolved into the DJ character present in the Caseyverse lore.

	~~This early narrative introduced Aidan Cheddar, a mouse character, and reintroduced Zack, a fox character originally based on Tails from Sonic the Hedgehog. Zack was~~ Bark's ~~blue fox fursona during his time on DeviantArt and served~~ as ~~the foundation for the DJ lore that would later define him. The initial intent was~~ to ~~use these characters in~~ a web comic ~~initially planned~~ for ~~publication~~ on DeviantArt ~~and shared with his brother~~. However, ~~life~~ circumstances ~~changed~~ when Bark ~~relocated~~, ~~leading to a loss of contact~~ with real-life friends.		Bark's journey into digital art began as a simple endeavor to create a web comic for his brother, which he intended to publish on DeviantArt. However, circumstances shifted when Bark moved, severing ties with his real-life friends and leaving his DeviantArt connections as his primary source of social interaction outside of family. As Sunset never saw publication, the world crafted within its narrative served as the foundation for the Caseyverse.

	~~As years passed,~~ Bark~~'s DeviantArt~~ friendships gradually ~~faded as well~~. ~~The unfinished “Sunset” story served as the foundation for Caseyverse,~~ a ~~world created by~~ Bark ~~as he processed these losses and found solace in~~ his fictional ~~creations~~. ~~Unable to meaningfully use~~ the ~~characters~~ of ~~his former~~ friends, ~~Caseyverse became a space where Bark could freely explore his own narrative without~~ the ~~constraints of external collaborations~~.		Bark continued to grapple with the evolving dynamics of his online friendships as they gradually moved on without him, rendering their characters unusable in any meaningful way. This experience instilled a deep-seated fear in Bark, hindering his ability to use characters belonging to others, even within fictional contexts. The Caseyverse was named after Zack, whose surname is "Casey," derived from the reverse acronym of Zc456, Bark's original DeviantArt username. His friends affectionately referred to him as "Z" or "ZC," ultimately inspiring the character's name.

	~~The name "Caseyverse" itself is derived~~ from Zack~~'s surname~~, ~~"Casey," which~~ was ~~formed as a reverse acronym~~ of ~~Zc456, Bark's original DeviantArt username~~. ~~His friends affectionately called him "Z" or "ZC," influencing~~ the ~~character's name and solidifying~~ the ~~connection between~~ Bark~~'s personal identity~~ and ~~his~~ fictional world.		Bark cherished the creative ways his friends utilized and reinterpreted his character, Zack, during their shared time on DeviantArt. While initial fame from gaining a club surrounding Zack brought joy, it was the feeling of love and connection that resonated most profoundly. Recognizing the evolving complexities of copyright in the US, often perceived as more detrimental than beneficial, Bark made the conscious decision to place his characters and fictional world into the public domain. His intention was to prevent others from experiencing the same pain he endured.

	Bark cherished the creative ways his DeviantArt friends utilized his fursona, Zack. Despite the initial thrill of online fame gained from a fan club dedicated to his work, Bark found greater fulfillment in the love and appreciation his characters received from his community.		Bark's original DeviantArt-era artwork can be found on a dedicated SheezyArt persona, zc456, representing his original username. Utilizing DeviantArt's "v4" color scheme, with which he grew up, all of his artwork is publicly accessible, further solidifying the copyright-free status of the Caseyverse.

	As copyright laws in the US evolved in complex and often detrimental ways, Bark made the decision to place his characters and fictional world into the public domain. This move was driven by a desire to prevent others from experiencing the pain of losing creative control over their work as he had. Bark's original DeviantArt-era artwork can be found on ~~his~~ SheezyArt persona, "zc456,~~" reflecting~~ his original username ~~and utilizing~~ DeviantArt's ~~iconic “v4”~~ color scheme~~. Due to SheezyArt's customizable profile layouts~~, all of ~~Bark’s~~ artwork is ~~openly~~ accessible, ~~reinforcing~~ the ~~public domain~~ status of Caseyverse.

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	'''Caseyverse''' is a fictional universe centered around the island nation of [[Nethington]], ~~created by~~ Tony Bark. ~~Its origins trace back to Bark's experiences~~ on [[Wiki:DeviantArt\|DeviantArt]], ~~where he initially developed his character~~ [[~~Zack Casey\|Zack~~]]~~, a blue fox fursona based on Tails from Sonic the Hedgehog~~.		The '''Caseyverse''', a rich and detailed fictional universe centered around the island nation of [[Nethington]], was born from the creative mind of Tony Bark. Initially conceived as a coping mechanism for Bark’s evolving relationships with friends on [[Wiki:DeviantArt\|DeviantArt]], the Caseyverse evolved from an unfinished short story titled “[[Sunset]].”

	~~The genesis of Caseyverse lies in an unfinished short story titled "[[Sunset]]," intended to introduce~~ Aidan Cheddar, a mouse character, and ~~reintroduce~~ Zack ~~through Aidan's perspective~~. ~~This story~~ was ~~conceived during~~ Bark's time on DeviantArt~~, where he cultivated~~ a ~~community of friends who engaged~~ with his ~~artwork and characters~~. However, ~~as years passed~~, ~~Bark experienced the~~ loss of contact with ~~some of these~~ friends~~, leading to a sense of isolation~~.		This early narrative introduced Aidan Cheddar, a mouse character, and reintroduced Zack, a fox character originally based on Tails from Sonic the Hedgehog. Zack was Bark's blue fox fursona during his time on DeviantArt and served as the foundation for the DJ lore that would later define him. The initial intent was to use these characters in a web comic initially planned for publication on DeviantArt and shared with his brother. However, life circumstances changed when Bark relocated, leading to a loss of contact with real-life friends.

	~~"Sunset" never saw publication~~, ~~but the world it birthed~~ served as the ~~foundational bedrock~~ for Caseyverse. ~~As Bark navigated~~ the ~~emotional complexities~~ of ~~losing touch with~~ his ~~online community~~, ~~he continued to develop the fictional world, gradually shaping it into what is now known as~~ Caseyverse~~. The name itself stems from Zack's last name, "Casey," which is~~ a ~~reverse acronym of Zc456,~~ Bark~~'s original DeviantArt username. His friends affectionately referred to him as "Z" or "ZC," inspiring~~ the ~~character's surname~~.		As years passed, Bark's DeviantArt friendships gradually faded as well. The unfinished “Sunset” story served as the foundation for Caseyverse, a world created by Bark as he processed these losses and found solace in his fictional creations. Unable to meaningfully use the characters of his former friends, Caseyverse became a space where Bark could freely explore his own narrative without the constraints of external collaborations.

	Bark ~~deeply valued the creative interpretations and contributions his~~ DeviantArt friends ~~made to his characters and fursona. While initial recognition brought joy~~, ~~it was ultimately~~ the ~~feeling of love~~ and connection ~~within this online community that resonated most profoundly with~~ Bark.		The name "Caseyverse" itself is derived from Zack's surname, "Casey," which was formed as a reverse acronym of Zc456, Bark's original DeviantArt username. His friends affectionately called him "Z" or "ZC," influencing the character's name and solidifying the connection between Bark's personal identity and his fictional world.

	~~The evolving landscape of copyright in the United States influenced~~ Bark~~'s decision to place Caseyverse into~~ the ~~public domain~~. ~~Witnessing~~ the ~~potential for harm within copyright law~~, ~~he sought to ensure that others wouldn't face similar challenges to~~ his ~~own~~.		Bark cherished the creative ways his DeviantArt friends utilized his fursona, Zack. Despite the initial thrill of online fame gained from a fan club dedicated to his work, Bark found greater fulfillment in the love and appreciation his characters received from his community.

	Bark's original ~~artwork from the~~ DeviantArt era can be found on ~~a dedicated~~ SheezyArt persona ~~under the username~~ "zc456," reflecting his ~~initial online identity~~. ~~All~~ artwork is ~~presented in~~ the public domain~~, further solidifying~~ Caseyverse~~'s open-access status~~.		As copyright laws in the US evolved in complex and often detrimental ways, Bark made the decision to place his characters and fictional world into the public domain. This move was driven by a desire to prevent others from experiencing the pain of losing creative control over their work as he had. Bark's original DeviantArt-era artwork can be found on his SheezyArt persona, "zc456," reflecting his original username and utilizing DeviantArt's iconic “v4” color scheme. Due to SheezyArt's customizable profile layouts, all of Bark’s artwork is openly accessible, reinforcing the public domain status of Caseyverse.

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	'''Caseyverse'''~~, or '''Casey Universe''',~~ is a fictional universe created by Tony Bark. ~~It began as a simple question regarding how elements of~~ Bark's ~~story,~~ [[~~Sunset~~]], ~~could be utilized to free its protagonist,~~ [[Zack Casey]], from the ~~baggage and copyright constraints posed by past collaborations with friends who had moved on to different forms of communication~~.		'''Caseyverse''' is a fictional universe centered around the island nation of [[Nethington]], created by Tony Bark. Its origins trace back to Bark's experiences on [[Wiki:DeviantArt\|DeviantArt]], where he initially developed his character [[Zack Casey\|Zack]], a blue fox fursona based on Tails from Sonic the Hedgehog.

	~~Sunset, a light-hearted slice-~~of~~-life tale written~~ in ~~the early 2010s~~, ~~aimed~~ to ~~reintroduce Zack Casey~~, ~~originally~~ a ~~blue fox~~ character, ~~in a fresh setting~~. ~~Sunset~~ was ~~shared~~ on ~~Google Docs for feedback before publication~~ and ~~is where these initial questions regarding Bridgeport were asked~~. ~~It was intended to serve~~ as ~~a foundation for a larger~~, ~~darker narrative that involved saving~~ the ~~city~~ of ~~[[Bridgeport]]. While Sunset remained unfinished~~, ~~it introduced key elements that would become integral~~ to ~~the Caseyverse~~.		The genesis of Caseyverse lies in an unfinished short story titled "[[Sunset]]," intended to introduce Aidan Cheddar, a mouse character, and reintroduce Zack through Aidan's perspective. This story was conceived during Bark's time on DeviantArt, where he cultivated a community of friends who engaged with his artwork and characters. However, as years passed, Bark experienced the loss of contact with some of these friends, leading to a sense of isolation.

	~~== Evolution ==~~		"Sunset" never saw publication, but the world it birthed served as the foundational bedrock for Caseyverse. As Bark navigated the emotional complexities of losing touch with his online community, he continued to develop the fictional world, gradually shaping it into what is now known as Caseyverse. The name itself stems from Zack's last name, "Casey," which is a reverse acronym of Zc456, Bark's original DeviantArt username. His friends affectionately referred to him as "Z" or "ZC," inspiring the character's surname.
	~~Borrowing from various sources became a recurring theme~~. ~~In 2020~~, ~~[[Wikipedia:AI Dungeon\|AI Dungeon]] text adventures introduced [[Pawprint Press]]~~, ~~[[FNN]]~~, ~~[[eCity Expo]]~~, ~~and the [[Central Tower]]~~, ~~marking the emergence of key locations within Bridgeport~~. ~~A few years later~~, ~~aspects like genetic engineering and [[Gene Clinics]] were incorporated from~~ the ~~video game ''Stellaris'~~'.

	~~Since 2023, additional elements took shape, including [[Sunset Arms]] apartments, [[456~~ Bark ~~Street]],~~ and ~~the [[Bridgeport Institute of Technology]] (BIT)~~. ~~This expansion saw a shift in focus to these three locations~~, ~~with smaller, walkable streets added between larger corridors, mirroring~~ the ~~structure~~ of ~~cities like Tokyo. The change in scope~~ and ~~name of the apartment drew inspiration from Nickelodeon's [[Wikipedia:Hey Arnold!\|Hey Arnold!]] Sunset Arms, a recurring starting point in~~ Bark~~'s personal AI Dungeon adventures, became particularly prominent~~.		Bark deeply valued the creative interpretations and contributions his DeviantArt friends made to his characters and fursona. While initial recognition brought joy, it was ultimately the feeling of love and connection within this online community that resonated most profoundly with Bark.

	~~=== Once Upon a Forest ===~~		The evolving landscape of copyright in the United States influenced Bark's decision to place Caseyverse into the public domain. Witnessing the potential for harm within copyright law, he sought to ensure that others wouldn't face similar challenges to his own.
	~~Though~~ Caseyverse ~~initially centered around Zack Casey,~~ the ~~titular character and fursona,~~ the ~~focus gradually shifted towards Max Casey, a cousin~~, ~~reflecting evolving tastes. This dynamic, akin~~ to ~~inspirations from Hey Arnold!, allowed Bark~~ to ~~revisit elements of his childhood through a new lens, exploring a brotherly bond with~~ his cousin. The relationship between Max and Zack mirrors their real-life counterparts, and Bark remains indifferent to interpretations of them as brothers or cousins, emphasizing the essence of their connection transcends labels.

	A pivotal turning point occurred when Bark drew inspiration from [[Wikipedia:Once Upon a Forest\|Once Upon a Forest]] by transforming [[Kit Welsh]], originally a raccoon, into a badger and establishing him as a teacher at the Bridgeport Institute of Technology. This homage to Cornelius brought a much-needed voice of reason to Caseyverse, grounding the universe and providing a compelling foil to both Max and Zack.		Bark's original artwork from the DeviantArt era can be found on a dedicated SheezyArt persona under the username "zc456," reflecting his initial online identity. All artwork is presented in the public domain, further solidifying Caseyverse's open-access status.

	~~== Hosting ==~~
	Initially, Caseyverse lore and past projects were housed across various Wikis, primarily Fandom/Wikia platforms. The name "Caseyverse" emerged organically from a comment made by a friend who envisioned Bark's ~~stories as existing under a single verse, such as~~ the [[Wikipedia:Whoniverse\|Whoniverse]]. When self-hosting became viable, newer wikis adopted this moniker. However, technical challenges with alternative wiki software prompted the reluctant use of Notion. Finally, with the support of his boyfriend, a reliable home was established on ~~the Heartlands domain, securing~~ a ~~permanent platform for Caseyverse content.~~

	~~== Copyright ==~~
	Ever since discovering [[Wikipedia:Creative Commons\|Creative Commons]] as a teenager, Bark has always been permissive about the usage of his artwork. This permissiveness likely contributed to his early success during his time on DeviantArt.

	~~Caseyverse initially operated~~ under ~~simple attribution terms for most of its early existence when hosted on [[Wikipedia:Fandom (website)\|Fandom]] platform. However, after learning about the complexities of copyright and~~ the ~~extended protection afforded by~~ "~~Life Plus 70~~," ~~Bark realized the intricacies involved were not worth the hassle~~. ~~He subsequently waived all copyrights to his work and~~ the ~~entirety of Caseyverse under CC0, ensuring complete [[Wikipedia:Public domain\|~~public domain]] access.

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	Borrowing from various sources became a recurring theme. In 2020, [[Wikipedia:AI Dungeon\|AI Dungeon]] text adventures introduced [[Pawprint Press]], [[FNN]], [[eCity Expo]], and the [[Central Tower]], marking the emergence of key locations within Bridgeport. A few years later, aspects like genetic engineering and [[Gene Clinics]] were incorporated from the video game ''Stellaris''.		Borrowing from various sources became a recurring theme. In 2020, [[Wikipedia:AI Dungeon\|AI Dungeon]] text adventures introduced [[Pawprint Press]], [[FNN]], [[eCity Expo]], and the [[Central Tower]], marking the emergence of key locations within Bridgeport. A few years later, aspects like genetic engineering and [[Gene Clinics]] were incorporated from the video game ''Stellaris''.

	~~By late~~ 2023, additional elements took shape, including [[Sunset Arms]] apartments, [[456 Bark Street]], and the [[Bridgeport Institute of Technology]] (BIT). This expansion saw a shift in focus to these three locations, with smaller, walkable streets added between larger corridors, mirroring the structure of cities like Tokyo. The change in scope and name of the apartment drew inspiration from Nickelodeon's [[Wikipedia:Hey Arnold!\|Hey Arnold!]] Sunset Arms, a recurring starting point in Bark's personal AI Dungeon adventures, became particularly prominent.		Since 2023, additional elements took shape, including [[Sunset Arms]] apartments, [[456 Bark Street]], and the [[Bridgeport Institute of Technology]] (BIT). This expansion saw a shift in focus to these three locations, with smaller, walkable streets added between larger corridors, mirroring the structure of cities like Tokyo. The change in scope and name of the apartment drew inspiration from Nickelodeon's [[Wikipedia:Hey Arnold!\|Hey Arnold!]] Sunset Arms, a recurring starting point in Bark's personal AI Dungeon adventures, became particularly prominent.

	=== Once Upon a Forest ===		=== Once Upon a Forest ===

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	Though Caseyverse initially centered around Zack Casey, the titular character and fursona, the focus gradually shifted towards Max Casey, a cousin, reflecting evolving tastes. This dynamic, akin to inspirations from Hey Arnold!, allowed Bark to revisit elements of his childhood through a new lens, exploring a brotherly bond with his cousin. The relationship between Max and Zack mirrors their real-life counterparts, and Bark remains indifferent to interpretations of them as brothers or cousins, emphasizing the essence of their connection transcends labels.		Though Caseyverse initially centered around Zack Casey, the titular character and fursona, the focus gradually shifted towards Max Casey, a cousin, reflecting evolving tastes. This dynamic, akin to inspirations from Hey Arnold!, allowed Bark to revisit elements of his childhood through a new lens, exploring a brotherly bond with his cousin. The relationship between Max and Zack mirrors their real-life counterparts, and Bark remains indifferent to interpretations of them as brothers or cousins, emphasizing the essence of their connection transcends labels.

	A pivotal turning point occurred when Bark drew inspiration from Once Upon a Forest by transforming Kit Welsh, originally a raccoon, into a badger and establishing him as a teacher at the Bridgeport Institute of Technology. This homage to Cornelius brought a much-needed voice of reason to Caseyverse, grounding the universe and providing a compelling foil to both Max and Zack.		A pivotal turning point occurred when Bark drew inspiration from [[Wikipedia:Once Upon a Forest\|Once Upon a Forest]] by transforming [[Kit Welsh]], originally a raccoon, into a badger and establishing him as a teacher at the Bridgeport Institute of Technology. This homage to Cornelius brought a much-needed voice of reason to Caseyverse, grounding the universe and providing a compelling foil to both Max and Zack.

	== Hosting ==		== Hosting ==

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	By late 2023, additional elements took shape, including [[Sunset Arms]] apartments, [[456 Bark Street]], and the [[Bridgeport Institute of Technology]] (BIT). This expansion saw a shift in focus to these three locations, with smaller, walkable streets added between larger corridors, mirroring the structure of cities like Tokyo. The change in scope and name of the apartment drew inspiration from Nickelodeon's [[Wikipedia:Hey Arnold!\|Hey Arnold!]] Sunset Arms, a recurring starting point in Bark's personal AI Dungeon adventures, became particularly prominent.		By late 2023, additional elements took shape, including [[Sunset Arms]] apartments, [[456 Bark Street]], and the [[Bridgeport Institute of Technology]] (BIT). This expansion saw a shift in focus to these three locations, with smaller, walkable streets added between larger corridors, mirroring the structure of cities like Tokyo. The change in scope and name of the apartment drew inspiration from Nickelodeon's [[Wikipedia:Hey Arnold!\|Hey Arnold!]] Sunset Arms, a recurring starting point in Bark's personal AI Dungeon adventures, became particularly prominent.

	~~The introduction of BIT~~ and ~~[[Kit Welsh]]~~, a ~~supportive teacher and doctor~~, ~~gave further significance to educational settings within the Caseyverse~~. This ~~development was inspired by~~ Bark~~'s long~~-~~held desire to attend college~~, ~~which remained unrealized due~~ to ~~unforeseen circumstances~~, ~~until rekindled~~ by ~~The Sims 3's University Life expansion. Many subsequent drafts explored collegiate life~~ as a ~~backdrop in~~ the ~~mid~~-~~2010s~~.		=== Once Upon a Forest ===
			Though Caseyverse initially centered around Zack Casey, the titular character and fursona, the focus gradually shifted towards Max Casey, a cousin, reflecting evolving tastes. This dynamic, akin to inspirations from Hey Arnold!, allowed Bark to revisit elements of his childhood through a new lens, exploring a brotherly bond with his cousin. The relationship between Max and Zack mirrors their real-life counterparts, and Bark remains indifferent to interpretations of them as brothers or cousins, emphasizing the essence of their connection transcends labels.

			A pivotal turning point occurred when Bark drew inspiration from Once Upon a Forest by transforming Kit Welsh, originally a raccoon, into a badger and establishing him as a teacher at the Bridgeport Institute of Technology. This homage to Cornelius brought a much-needed voice of reason to Caseyverse, grounding the universe and providing a compelling foil to both Max and Zack.

	== Hosting ==		== Hosting ==

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	== Copyright ==		== Copyright ==
	Ever since discovering Creative Commons as a teenager, Bark has always been permissive about the usage of his artwork. This permissiveness likely contributed to his early success during his time on DeviantArt.		Ever since discovering [[Wikipedia:Creative Commons\|Creative Commons]] as a teenager, Bark has always been permissive about the usage of his artwork. This permissiveness likely contributed to his early success during his time on DeviantArt.

	Caseyverse initially operated under simple attribution terms for most of its early existence when hosted on [[Wikipedia:~~andom~~ (website)\|Fandom]] platform. However, after learning about the complexities of copyright and the extended protection afforded by "Life Plus 70," Bark realized the intricacies involved were not worth the hassle. He subsequently waived all copyrights to his work and the entirety of Caseyverse under CC0, ensuring complete public domain access.		Caseyverse initially operated under simple attribution terms for most of its early existence when hosted on [[Wikipedia:Fandom (website)\|Fandom]] platform. However, after learning about the complexities of copyright and the extended protection afforded by "Life Plus 70," Bark realized the intricacies involved were not worth the hassle. He subsequently waived all copyrights to his work and the entirety of Caseyverse under CC0, ensuring complete [[Wikipedia:Public domain\|public domain]] access.

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	'''Caseyverse''' is a fictional universe created by Tony Bark. It began as a simple question regarding how elements of Bark's story, [[Sunset]], could be utilized to free its protagonist, [[Zack Casey]], from the baggage and copyright constraints posed by past collaborations with friends who had moved on to different forms of communication.		'''Caseyverse''', or '''Casey Universe''', is a fictional universe created by Tony Bark. It began as a simple question regarding how elements of Bark's story, [[Sunset]], could be utilized to free its protagonist, [[Zack Casey]], from the baggage and copyright constraints posed by past collaborations with friends who had moved on to different forms of communication.

	Sunset, a light-hearted slice-of-life tale written in the early 2010s, aimed to reintroduce Zack Casey, originally a blue fox character, in a fresh setting. Sunset was shared on Google Docs for feedback before publication and is where these initial questions regarding Bridgeport were asked. It was intended to serve as a foundation for a larger, darker narrative that involved saving the city of [[Bridgeport]]. While Sunset remained unfinished, it introduced key elements that would become integral to the Caseyverse.		Sunset, a light-hearted slice-of-life tale written in the early 2010s, aimed to reintroduce Zack Casey, originally a blue fox character, in a fresh setting. Sunset was shared on Google Docs for feedback before publication and is where these initial questions regarding Bridgeport were asked. It was intended to serve as a foundation for a larger, darker narrative that involved saving the city of [[Bridgeport]]. While Sunset remained unfinished, it introduced key elements that would become integral to the Caseyverse.
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	Ever since discovering Creative Commons as a teenager, Bark has always been permissive about the usage of his artwork. This permissiveness likely contributed to his early success during his time on DeviantArt.		Ever since discovering Creative Commons as a teenager, Bark has always been permissive about the usage of his artwork. This permissiveness likely contributed to his early success during his time on DeviantArt.

	Caseyverse initially operated under simple attribution terms for most of its early existence when hosted on Fandom~~/Wiki platforms~~. However, after learning about the complexities of copyright and the extended protection afforded by "Life Plus 70," Bark realized the intricacies involved were not worth the hassle. He subsequently waived all copyrights to his work and the entirety of Caseyverse under CC0, ensuring complete public domain access.		Caseyverse initially operated under simple attribution terms for most of its early existence when hosted on [[Wikipedia:andom (website)\|Fandom]] platform. However, after learning about the complexities of copyright and the extended protection afforded by "Life Plus 70," Bark realized the intricacies involved were not worth the hassle. He subsequently waived all copyrights to his work and the entirety of Caseyverse under CC0, ensuring complete public domain access.

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	By late 2023, additional elements took shape, including [[Sunset Arms]] apartments, [[456 Bark Street]], and the [[Bridgeport Institute of Technology]] (BIT). This expansion saw a shift in focus to these three locations, with smaller, walkable streets added between larger corridors, mirroring the structure of cities like Tokyo. The change in scope and name of the apartment drew inspiration from Nickelodeon's [[Wikipedia:Hey Arnold!\|Hey Arnold!]] Sunset Arms, a recurring starting point in Bark's personal AI Dungeon adventures, became particularly prominent.		By late 2023, additional elements took shape, including [[Sunset Arms]] apartments, [[456 Bark Street]], and the [[Bridgeport Institute of Technology]] (BIT). This expansion saw a shift in focus to these three locations, with smaller, walkable streets added between larger corridors, mirroring the structure of cities like Tokyo. The change in scope and name of the apartment drew inspiration from Nickelodeon's [[Wikipedia:Hey Arnold!\|Hey Arnold!]] Sunset Arms, a recurring starting point in Bark's personal AI Dungeon adventures, became particularly prominent.

	The introduction of BIT and [[Kit Welsh]], a supportive teacher and doctor, gave further significance to educational settings within the Caseyverse. This development was inspired by Bark's long-held desire to attend college, which remained unrealized due to unforeseen circumstances, until rekindled by ''Sims 3~~''<nowiki/>~~'s University Life expansion. Many subsequent ~~stories~~ explored collegiate life as a backdrop in the mid-2010s.		The introduction of BIT and [[Kit Welsh]], a supportive teacher and doctor, gave further significance to educational settings within the Caseyverse. This development was inspired by Bark's long-held desire to attend college, which remained unrealized due to unforeseen circumstances, until rekindled by The Sims 3's University Life expansion. Many subsequent drafts explored collegiate life as a backdrop in the mid-2010s.

	== Hosting ==		== Hosting ==