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Colonize The Ocean

Do you dream about living and working underwater? We do! So let's chat about it. We cover a broad range of topics; submersibles, SCUBA diving, underwater habitats and living, and more. We interview people from all spectrum of the underwater living and exploration.

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    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : What Happened To...Hydropolis Underwater Hotel and Resort

    Today, we’re continuing our "What Happened To?" series, taking a dive into the ambitious—and ultimately stalled—underwater hotel projects that captured the world's imagination.When you think of cutting-edge architecture and sheer, extravagant luxury, Dubai is usually at the top of the list. So it's no surprise that back in 2005, they announced what was set to be the world's very first multi-room underwater resort: The Hydropolis Underwater Hotel and Resort.The VisionLocation & Depth: Submerged roughly 20 meters (~60 feet) off the coast of Jumeirah Beach.Scale: Planned to feature around 220 underwater suites housed in an organic, jellyfish-inspired dome made of plexiglass, concrete, and steel.Connectivity: A dedicated underwater tunnel and high-speed train system to transport guests seamlessly from land to their ocean-floor suites.Estimated Cost: Hundreds of millions of euros.What Happened?Despite the high-profile announcement and stunning concept renders, the project hit significant financial turbulence and development authority roadblocks. By 2014, Hydropolis was officially placed on hold. Today, it remains in a state of development limbo, with little to no expectation that construction will ever resume.Listener Support & Next StepsEnjoying the deep dive into forgotten subsea habitats? Let us know! If there's a specific project you want covered in an upcoming episode, drop a suggestion.Patreon: Check out our free weekly poll or support the show at patreon.com/atlantaseacolony.Socials: Follow us across our channels for visual concept updates and extra content.http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony#ColonizeTheOcean #Hydropolis #DubaiArchitecture #UnderwaterHotel #ArchitectureInLimbo #WhatHappenedTo #OceanHabitats #DubaiLuxury #SubseaResort #PatreonPodcast

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    Colonize The Ocean : Nuclear Seabed Batteries; Powering the Silent Deep

    The United States is currently developing nuclear-powered batteries designed to reside on the ocean floor and provide energy for underwater drone submarines. This initiative, led by the startup Zeno Power under a Department of Defense contract, repurposes strontium-90—a radioactive byproduct—to create a long-lasting power grid for deep-sea sensors and autonomous vehicles. Unlike previous attempts from the 1960s, these modern systems utilize Stirling engines to achieve significantly higher efficiency and portability. By recycling legacy nuclear material stored by the Department of Energy, the military aims to establish a strategic presence in the Pacific that can operate for nearly three decades without human intervention. The project recently reached a critical milestone by securing a specialized facility in California for the assembly and handling of these radioactive components. Commercial production is anticipated to begin by 2028, potentially revolutionizing how the Navy maintains its long-term maritime surveillance.https://atlantisseacolony.com/#NuclearPoweredBatteries #ZenoPower #DeepSeaEnergy #UnderwaterDrones #Strontium90 #DoDContract #StirlingEngine #OceanFloorPower #NuclearRecycling #PacificStrategy #MaritimeSurveillance #NavyTech #RadioisotopePower #LongDurationEnergy #DeepSeaSensors #AutonomousUnderwaterVehicles #NuclearInnovation #CaliforniaNuclearFacility #DefenseTech2028 #StrategicUnderseaPresence

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    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : What Happened To...Poseidon Undersea Resorts

    In this August 10, 2026 episode of Colonize the Ocean, Brendon Traxler kicks off a mini-series on ambitious underwater habitats and resorts that never made it.He dives into the biggest name of them all: Poseidon Undersea Resorts, the project led by Bruce Jones of U.S. Submarines. The domain dates back to 2003 (over 20 years old), and the idea itself is even older—Jones had been floating concepts for an underwater habitat years earlier.The website is still online and looks solid, but the project went dead in the water. Last social media activity was in 2014, when they claimed they were about 36 months away (pointing to a 2016 opening). Nothing ever happened. Jones later shifted focus more toward private submarines.Brendon believes it was a genuine effort—not just a PR stunt. The designs were stunning and could have delivered a strong return, but the price tag (likely around half a billion dollars) was massive. Like so many other underwater projects, it simply never materialized.He asks listeners: Do you remember Poseidon? Did you ever want to stay there? Drop a comment.As always, check the Patreon poll, follow on socials, and visit AtlantisSeaColony.com / ColonizeTheOcean.com.Building the underwater future—one episode at a time.http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony#PoseidonUnderseaResorts #ColonizeTheOcean #UnderwaterResort #OceanColonization #UnderseaHabitat #BruceJones #USSubmarines #FailedMegaProjects #UnderwaterLiving #FijiResort #OceanFuture #SeafloorResort #UnderwaterLuxury #Podcast #OceanPodcast

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    Colonize The Ocean : The Future of Deep Sea Habitats

    The company DEEP recently launched an underwater habitat called Vanguard off the coast of Florida to facilitate long-term marine research and environmental monitoring. This innovative structure allows a four-person crew to live and work at depths of 56 feet, utilizing a process called saturation to extend dive times significantly. The facility features a living chamber, a dive center with a moon pool, and a dedicated support system to manage waste and safety. Beyond scientific discovery, the habitat serves as a vital training ground for astronauts due to the similarities between isolated aquatic environments and spaceflight. Vanguard represents a primary step toward creating a modular underwater station similar to the International Space Station, aiming for a permanent human presence beneath the sea. This technology minimizes sample degradation and removes the time constraints typically imposed by standard decompression requirements.https://atlantisseacolony.com/#DEEP #Vanguard #UnderwaterHabitat #MarineResearch #EnvironmentalMonitoring #SaturationDiving #MoonPool #AstronautTraining #UnderwaterStation #OceanExploration #Florida #DeepSeaResearch #Aquanauts #ModularHabitat #SeaToSpace

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    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Is Proteus Finished?

    Brendon is back with another episode of Colonize the Ocean, still refining the setup and audio while juggling longer-format ideas. This time he zeros in on one of the biggest questions in the underwater habitat world right now:Deep is in the water. They’ve secured funding, built a habitat, and are actually operating. That was the spotlight Fabian Cousteau and Proteus had owned for years. So… what now?Brendon’s take:You can never have too many underwater habitats.Deep’s progress should (hopefully) be a net positive for everyone in the space.There’s still a clear need and place for Proteus.He’d love to hear what the community thinks.He also shares a personal note: meeting Fabian a couple years ago at a SeaLab event remains a bucket-list highlight, and he’s hoping to catch up with him again soon to hear where things stand.Coming up:A more detailed, thought-out long-form piece on Deep (now that they’re operational) and the broader habitat landscape.Updates from ASC meetings.Brendon and Babe heading to DEMA this year.Support / ConnectFree Patreon polls & content: patreon.com/atlantisseacolonyEverything ASC: atlanticsseacolony.comDrop your thoughts in the comments — is there still room (and demand) for Proteus now that Deep is live? Brendan wants to hear it. See you next week.http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony#ColonizeTheOcean #UnderwaterHabitats #OceanColonization #Deep #Proteus #FabienCousteau #AtlantisSeaColony #ASC #SubseaHabitats #UnderwaterLiving #OceanExploration #MarineTechnology #DEMA #OceanPodcast #HabitatLiving

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    Colonize The Ocean : Guardians of the Blue; Five Strategies to Save the Ocean

    🌊 Two Ocean Heroes Team Up to Save Our Blue Planet!In this inspiring story, legendary oceanographer Sylvia Earle — founder of Mission Blue — joins forces with young conservationist Titouan Bernicot of Coral Gardeners.While Sylvia’s team identifies the most critical marine ecosystems that need urgent protection, Titouan’s Coral Gardeners are on the front lines actively restoring damaged coral reefs.Together, they’re pushing a powerful new approach: protecting what’s left while actively healing what’s broken. Their vision combines empowering local communities, using cutting-edge technology like artificial intelligence, and mobilizing global citizens to take action.This partnership represents a major shift toward true ecosystem-based conservation — recognizing that our survival is directly tied to the health of the oceans.By blending decades of hard-earned scientific wisdom with bold modern innovation, Sylvia Earle and Titouan Bernicot are sparking a worldwide movement to protect the ocean — our planet’s vital blue life-support system.The future of our oceans is in our hands. 🌍💙https://atlantisseacolony.com/#SylviaEarle #CoralGardeners #MissionBlue #OceanConservation #SaveTheReefs #MarineRestoration #OceanHeroes #BluePlanet #ClimateAction #ProtectOurOceans #CoralRestoration #EcosystemConservation #OceanLovers #EnvironmentalMovement #HopeForTheOcean

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    Colonize The Ocean : Powering Floating AI Data Centers via Wave Energy

    The tech startup Panthalassa is revolutionizing high-performance computing by launching autonomous, floating data centers that operate in the open ocean. These innovative platforms harness kinetic wave energy to generate a constant supply of clean electricity, bypassing the limitations of terrestrial power grids. By utilizing the surrounding seawater as a natural cooling sink, the system maintains hardware efficiency without consuming precious freshwater resources. Data is processed directly on the water and transmitted to land via satellite networks, effectively eliminating the need for invasive underwater cables. This maritime approach avoids the regulatory hurdles and land-use conflicts typically associated with traditional data center construction. Backed by a recent $140 million investment, the company aims to scale production and establish a sustainable global infrastructure for artificial intelligence.http://atlantisseacolony.com/#Panthalassa #FloatingDataCenters #OceanTech #WaveEnergy #SustainableAI #GreenComputing #SeawaterCooling #SatelliteTransmission #AutonomousDataCenters #CleanEnergy #AIInfrastructure #MaritimeInnovation #OceanInnovation #ClimateTech #BlueEconomy

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    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Alternative Benefits of Underwater Habitats

    🌊 In this June 15, 2026 episode of Colonize the Ocean, host Brendan Shraxler explores one of the most fascinating — and rarely discussed — benefits of underwater habitats: their potential to give humanity more eyes on the mysterious depths of our own planet.While we often talk about underwater Airbnbs, data centers, hotels, and private residences, Brendan highlights another powerful angle: the more habitats we build, the more we can monitor what’s really happening in the ocean. With governments releasing increasing amounts of UAP/UFO footage and the ocean repeatedly appearing at the center of these discussions, could underwater outposts become valuable observation platforms?Drawing inspiration from the classic film The Abyss, Brendan reflects on the deep ocean as a truly alien environment — crushing pressure, freezing temperatures, and creatures that already seem otherworldly (looking at you, octopus). Even if we never encounter interdimensional or extraterrestrial beings, the potential to discover entirely new forms of life that feel genuinely “alien” is very real.This episode dives into how increased underwater presence could advance science, spark public interest, and potentially open new doors for funding and collaboration from groups fascinated by the unknown.Brendan also gives a heartfelt shoutout to the ASC community — you are part of this. Every view, like, share, comment, and subscription helps push ocean colonization forward.🗳️ Don’t forget to vote in today’s poll and drop your thoughts in the comments!What do you think — could underwater habitats play a role in monitoring UAPs or uncovering the ocean’s greatest secrets? Let’s discuss.http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony#ColonizeTheOcean #UnderwaterHabitats #OceanColonization #UAP #UFO #TheAbyss #DeepOcean #AlienLife #OceanExploration #OceanMonitoring #AtlantisSeaColony #ASC #Seasteading #MarineScience #OceanSecrets

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    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : The History of ASC

    **🌊 The 30-Year Journey of Atlantis Sea Colony | From High School Dream to Real Underwater Habitats | Colonize the Ocean Podcast**In this special history episode, Brendan shares the full origin story of Atlantis Sea Colony (ASC), going all the way back to the mid-1990s. As a high school kid in landlocked Illinois who grew up drawing scuba divers and dreaming of the ocean, everything changed after watching *SeaQuest DSV* and *The Abyss*. What began as a powerful “God moment” vision and hand-drawn designs in a high school drafting class has grown into a 30+ year mission to build practical, modular, one-atmosphere manned underwater habitats.Brendan breaks down how the original grand sci-fi domed underwater city concept evolved over the decades — first into spheres, then into smaller, more realistic and buildable modular platforms after realizing the original dream was simply too expensive to start with. He talks about early research (pre-internet library hunts), reaching out to experts once the internet arrived, a pivotal meeting with a Houston engineering firm that gave him a real target price and goal, years of investor conversations, Patreon support for operations, and the exciting recent breakthrough: a friendly location has now been secured for the very first habitat.With a real site in sight, the focus is shifting to regulations, detailed planning, and smart fundraising so ASC can finally move from vision to reality — whether for personal use, business, research, or data centers.If you’ve ever been inspired by underwater living or want to help turn this long-term dream into something real, this episode is for you.**Get involved:**- Visit atlantisseacolony.com- Support the mission on Patreon- Reach out with ideas, partnerships, or to volunteer your time and skillsLet’s build the future beneath the waves together!http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony#AtlantisSeaColony #ColonizeTheOcean #UnderwaterHabitats #OceanColonization #SeaQuestDSV #TheAbyss #ModularHabitats #UnderwaterLiving #OceanExploration #FutureTech #MarineInnovation #SciFiToReality #SupportASC #HabitatDesign #OneAtmosphereHabitat

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    Colonize The Ocean : Ocean Vortex

    This episode details Ocean Vortex, a visionary floating parliament designed by Yufeng Tu to address the global marine pollution crisis. This speculative architectural project features a spiral geometry inspired by natural oceanic forces, serving as a hub for civic governance, environmental education, and public gathering. To promote sustainability, the structure utilizes recycled plastic waste for buoyancy and incorporates renewable energy sources like solar panels and desalination systems. The design effectively integrates museum spaces and meeting rooms to foster dialogue regarding the protection of our oceans. By transforming discarded materials into a functional landmark, the project proposes a new model for coastal architecture that prioritizes ecological awareness. Ultimately, the source highlights how innovative design can turn environmental hazards into tools for social and political change.http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony#OceanVortex #FloatingParliament #MarinePollutionSolution #SustainableArchitecture #RecycledPlasticDesign #RenewableEnergyOcean #OceanConservation #EcoFriendlyArchitecture #SpiralGeometry #EnvironmentalInnovation #CoastalLandmark #OceanGovernance #YufengTu #EcologicalAwareness #InnovativeOceanDesign

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    Colonize The Ocean Podcast : Epsiode 110; Underwater Habitat Security

    In this episode, we go far beyond alarms, guards, and basic deterrents to explore the full scope of security for a permanent underwater habitat.We break down three critical layers:The Perimeter: Acoustic fences and passive sonar for early detection, drone defense systems, and the unique challenge of marine life integration—how do you tell a curious 300-pound shark or a passing school of tuna from an actual security threat?Structural & Environmental Security: Protecting the habitat’s long-term livelihood through biofouling and corrosion control, maintaining atmospheric stability, and building redundant power micro-grids that keep everything running no matter what.The Digital Domain: Addressing the umbilical vulnerability, air-gapped life support systems, and the use of acoustic modems for reliable emergency communication.We also discuss the importance of strategic location and the ongoing fundraising efforts needed to make this vision a reality.A practical, eye-opening look at the real engineering and operational challenges of living underwater. Perfect for anyone interested in ocean colonization, marine technology, or extreme environment engineering.http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony#UnderwaterHabitat #HabitatSecurity #OceanColonization #UnderwaterLiving #AtlantisSeaColony #AcousticFences #PassiveSonar #DroneDefense #MarineLifeIntegration #Biofouling #CorrosionControl #AtmosphericStability #RedundantPower #AirGappedSystems #AcousticModems #SubseaSecurity #OceanEngineering #DeepSeaLiving #UnderwaterFuture

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    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Underwater Habitats in Video Games

    🌊 Just weeks after Subnautica 2 launched in Early Access, we’re diving deep into the best video games that let you build, live in, and explore underwater habitats and colonies!In this quick 5-minute episode of Colonize The Ocean, we break down why these games are such powerful thought experiments for real ocean colonization — pressure, isolation, resources, and the thrill (and terror) of making the deep sea your home.From massive alien base-building to dystopian underwater cities and intimate solo habitats, this episode covers the full spectrum of underwater living in games.What we cover:Subnautica 2’s new co-op habitat buildingBioShock’s legendary RaptureDedicated colony builders like AquaticoNarrative-driven solitude in Under The WavesTense secret facility exploration in Deepest TrenchAnd more!Whether you’re a survival crafter, story lover, or city-builder fan, these games capture the dream (and challenges) of colonizing the ocean.Drop your favorite underwater colony or habitat game in the comments 👇 Have you started playing Subnautica 2 yet?If you dream of living beneath the waves, hit subscribe and turn on notifications — new episodes drop regularly! http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony#ColonizeTheOcean #Subnautica2 #UnderwaterColony #OceanColonization #DeepSeaLiving #UnderwaterBase #AquaticSurvival #UnderwaterHabitat #SeaColony #Subnautica #Rapture #BioShock #UnderTheWaves #Aquatico #DeepestTrench #OceanSurvival #DeepSeaExploration #HabitatBuilding

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    Colonize The Ocean : Argoneta

    Argoneta is an innovative organization dedicated to expanding human access to the ocean for recreational, scientific, and residential purposes. Their primary mission centers on transforming subaquatic engagement by developing technologies that allow people to spend extended periods beneath the waves. The company’s flagship initiative, Aquanautic Adventures, introduces a unique "Habitat as a Service" model that provides ready-to-use underwater living spaces. By catering to both scuba enthusiasts and non-divers, the group seeks to unlock the potential of the world's most vast natural resource. Ultimately, they aim to improve the human experience by normalizing working and living underwater.http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony#Argoneta #AquanauticAdventures #UnderwaterLiving #HabitatAsAService #OceanAccess #SubaquaticEngagement #LiveBeneathTheWaves #AquaticFuture #UnlockTheOcean #NormalizingUnderwaterLife #ExtendedOceanStay #SeaResidence #UnderwaterTech #DiveDeeperLiving

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    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : The Purpose of Colonize The Ocean

    In this May 25, 2026 episode of Colonize the Ocean, host Brendan Shraxler opens by honoring Memorial Day and those who gave their lives in service. He then explains the podcast’s purpose and evolution: what began as a way to support Atlanta Sea Colony’s underwater habitat projects started with interviews, shifted to live stream content, and has now settled into a steady rhythm of Monday morning shorts, Friday AI-driven episodes on ocean technology, and monthly long-form episodes from live streams. Brendan emphasizes that the show serves as both an outlet and a public record, documenting ASC’s ideas on ocean colonization so there’s a clear history of what’s been said for years.He also recaps last week’s free Patreon poll, where listeners voted on the biggest upcoming excitement in ocean colonization. “Policy Wins and Autonomy Breakthroughs” took the top spot over floating city projects and resort expansions. Brendan closes by teasing two new videos in the works and reminding listeners to catch tomorrow night’s live stream on X, YouTube, and LinkedIn.http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony#ColonizeTheOcean #OceanColonization #UnderwaterHabitat #Seasteading #AtlantaSeaColony #OceanTech #PolicyWins #AutonomyBreakthroughs #MemorialDay #LiveStream #Podcast

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    Colonize The Ocean : Engineering Permanence Under the Waves

    The BBC News report highlights a cutting-edge facility at Deep Campus dedicated to advancing human presence beneath the ocean. Experts at this site are utilizing specialized pressure chambers and saturation diving training to help humans safely endure the intense physiological demands of life underwater. Beyond industrial diving, the project features high-tech submersibles for pilot training and scientific research at significant depths. The organization is also developing modular underwater habitats designed to allow scientists and tourists to live on the seafloor for extended periods. By prioritizing certified safety standards and steel-based construction, the team aims to make the ocean as accessible for exploration as outer space. This initiative represents a significant step toward establishing permanent aquatic residences and expanding our understanding of the deep sea.http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony#DeepCampus #UnderwaterLiving #SaturationDiving #PressureChambers #ModularHabitats #SeafloorResidences #Submersibles #OceanExploration #AquaticResidences #DeepSeaInnovation #HumanOceanPresence #SteelSafetyStandards #PermanentUnderwaterHome

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    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Seasteading Next Wave

    In this episode of *Colonize The Ocean*, we’re riding the Next Wave — the explosive momentum of scaling, autonomy, and what’s actually coming in 2026–2027 as ocean colonization shifts from bold concepts to steel-in-the-water reality. We kick things off with Oceanix Busan, where the world’s first prototype sustainable floating neighborhood is now under full construction in South Korea’s Busan Harbor: hexagonal platforms designed for up to 12,000 residents, powered entirely by solar, wind, aquaponics, and desalination, hurricane-proof to Category 5, and modular enough to expand or even sail away — the living proof that coastal cities can adapt to rising seas without devouring more land. Then we dive into the Próspera-area expansions on Roatán, Honduras, where new residential towers are racing toward November 2026 completion, social-housing calls are pulling in $300-a-month units to grow the resident base, and ArkPad’s second Reef Resort is targeting construction before the end of Q2 2026 — modular floating platforms that let everyday owners buy ocean real estate, run eco-resorts, and farm aquaculture right next to the ZEDE’s low-tax, entrepreneur-first governance model. Finally, we spotlight the policy wins cracking open the future: South Korea’s full government and UN-Habitat backing for Oceanix proving nation-states now see floating infrastructure as serious climate infrastructure, plus the Seasteading Institute’s active 2026 push for a dedicated maritime flag and classification society — the legal “hack” that could shield floating communities from heavy-handed control while delivering real autonomy on the high seas. This isn’t theory anymore; 2026–2027 is when modular scaling meets governance breakthroughs and the ocean frontier finally goes mainstream — tune in to see exactly how close we are to living at sea. 🌊http://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony#ColonizeTheOcean #NextWave #OceanixBusan #FloatingCities #ProsperaZEDE #ArkPadReef #Seasteading #OceanAutonomy #ScalingOceanColonies #2026OceanFuture #LivingAtSea #AtlantisSeaColony 🌊

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    Colonize The Ocean : Water Discus; A Modern Vision for Underwater Residential Structures

    🌊 The Water Discus: The World’s Most Advanced Underwater Home is Here!Imagine living and working underwater in complete safety and luxury. The Water Discus is a revolutionary dual-disc architectural marvel built for shallow coastal waters.Its design features:A fully submerged buoyant lower deck for guest rooms and research spaces An above-water upper deck for technical facilities and operations A massive vertical shaft connecting both discsThanks to a smart ballast system, the entire lower disc can surface in minutes for maintenance or emergencies — giving residents total peace of mind and psychological comfort.Eco-friendly by design, the Water Discus doubles as an artificial reef, supports the “blue economy,” and can be relocated with almost zero environmental impact.This isn’t sci-fi — modern maritime engineering has finally smashed the old barriers of cost and safety, making real underwater living commercially viable for the first time.Would you live underwater? Drop your answer in the comments! 👇#WaterDiscus #UnderwaterArchitecture #SubaquaticLiving #DualDiscDesign #BlueEconomy #SustainableOceanHabitat #ArtificialReef #MaritimeEngineering #CoastalInnovation #RelocatableStructure #EcoFriendlyLiving #FutureOfSubsea #SafetyFirstDesign #ShallowWaterLiving #AquaticResidential #ModernOceanEngineeringhttp://atlantisseacolony.com/

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    Colonize The Ocean : The Abyssal Battery

    Off the coast of California, engineers are testing StEnSea technology, which utilizes hollow, 3D-printed concrete spheres on the seafloor to store renewable energy. This innovative system leverages natural water pressure to drive turbines, effectively turning the deep ocean into a massive battery for the power grid. By pumping water out during energy surpluses and allowing it to rush back in during peak demand, the units provide a sustainable alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries or land-based hydro projects. Beyond energy storage, the structures are designed with textured surfaces to serve as artificial reefs, fostering marine biodiversity while resting underwater. If this pilot project proves successful, these durable spheres could be deployed globally to provide long-term grid stability for over half a century. This breakthrough represents a dual-purpose solution that harmonizes clean energy infrastructure with the preservation of aquatic ecosystems.#StEnSea #OceanBattery #SeafloorEnergyStorage #RenewableEnergy #3DPrintedConcreteSpheres #UnderwaterBattery #ArtificialReef #MarineBiodiversity #CleanEnergyTech #SustainableGridStorage #DeepOceanPower #EcoFriendlyEnergy #GreenInnovation #HydroStorageRevolution #AquaticEcosystems #LongTermEnergySolutionhttp://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

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    Colonize The Ocean Podcast : Episode 109; Who Will Underwater Habitat Sponsors Be?

    What does it take to build a habitat beneath the ocean’s surface—and who would actually pay for it?In this episode, we dive into a live discussion exploring the future of underwater living and the real-world challenge of funding it. The conversation centers on a bold vision: creating a fully functional underwater habitat, and the critical role sponsorships could play in making it a reality.From tech giants to ocean-focused industries and media platforms, we break down the types of companies that might align with such an ambitious project—and what they’d gain in return. It’s not just about funding; it’s about storytelling, innovation, and the unique branding opportunities that come with supporting cutting-edge exploration.Along the way, we unpack the logistical hurdles, the balance between science and commercial appeal, and how public interest could make or break the project. With input from a live audience, the discussion stays dynamic, speculative, and forward-thinking.If you’re curious about the intersection of exploration, entrepreneurship, and big ideas, this episode offers a fascinating look at what it might take to live—and thrive—underwater.#UnderwaterHabitat #OceanInnovation #FutureLiving #DeepSea #OceanExploration #TechInnovation #Sponsorships #StartupIdeas #BigIdeas #ScienceAndTech #MarineTechnology #FutureOfLiving #EngineeringDreams #InnovationTalk #Exploration #OceanLife #NextGenProjects #STEM #Entrepreneurship #VisionaryIdeashttp://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

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    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Hybrid Ocean Living

    Imagine starting your day with coffee on a sunlit floating deck, then stepping through a dry-transfer tunnel for an afternoon meeting inside a cool, silent underwater pod thirty feet below the waves. That’s not sci-fi — it’s the near-future reality of hybrid ocean colonies, where Atlantis Sea Colony’s modular surface habitats and SeaPods’ pressure-resistant underwater buoyancy chambers finally connect. These two technologies were never meant to compete; they were always designed to complete each other. The floating decks give you open sky, solar power, recreation space, and easy expansion, while the submerged chambers deliver stable temperatures, storm-proof shelter, and free ocean cooling for everything from life support to high-density data centers that slash energy use by up to ninety percent.What makes this hybrid model the logical next step is the shared engineering already in place: proven pressure management, redundant life-support systems, and simple submersible docks or walk-through tunnels that let residents move between layers without ever getting wet. One integrated colony can now grow in three dimensions instead of two, delivering unmatched resilience, sustainability, and usable ocean real estate. With climate pressures and exploding demand for compute power pushing us seaward faster than ever, the first true hybrid ocean settlement isn’t a distant dream — the building blocks already exist. SeaPods as the underwater basement, ASC as the vibrant surface neighborhood, connected and ready to scale. The ocean’s next chapter is being written right now, and it’s going to be both above and below the surface. Stay tuned — we’re not just imagining it; we’re engineering it.#OceanLiving #HybridColonies #BlueEconomy #Seasteading #FutureCities #SustainableLiving #UnderwaterHabitats #SeaPods #AtlantisSeaColony #MarineEngineering #ClimateResilience #EcoInnovation #TechOnTheTides #GreenTech #OceanRealEstate #NextGenHousing #SubmergedLiving #FloatingArchitecture #DataCenters #OceanCooling #InnovationAboveAndBelowhttp://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

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    Colonize The Ocean : Permanent Human Habitats Beneath the Waves

    The British-based project DEEP is developing sophisticated underwater habitats designed to allow scientists to live and work hundreds of feet below the ocean surface for weeks at a time. These futuristic, interconnected pods offer comfortable living quarters and research labs, significantly extending the time divers can spend observing marine ecosystems without the need for constant decompression. Beyond advancing marine biology and reef restoration, the program aims to study how high-pressure environments affect human physiology to improve medical treatments for various terrestrial illnesses. By establishing a permanent subaquatic presence, the initiative seeks to make ocean exploration more accessible and efficient than traditional scuba methods. Ultimately, the enterprise hopes to bridge the gap in our knowledge of the unexplored seafloor through pioneering engineering and specialized diver training.#DEEPProject #UnderwaterHabitats #SubaquaticPods #DeepSeaLiving #MarineBiologyResearch #ReefRestoration #HighPressurePhysiology #OceanExploration #SeafloorDiscovery #PioneeringEngineering #FuturisticDiving #PermanentOceanPresence #BritishOceanInnovation #DiverTrainingRevolution #BeyondScubahttp://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

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    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Looking to 2026

    Wrapping up another year, looking to the future.What does your 2026 look like?What changes will you see, and hear, at Colonize The Ocean and ASC?#future #2026 #newyear #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitatshttp://atlantisseacolony.com/https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolonyhttps://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS

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    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Emergency Protocols

    In this episode we delve into the critical safety protocols for living underwater. This episode outlines what happens during emergencies like power failures and hull breaches, detailing the automatic and manual responses to ensure the safety of the habitat's crew. Learn how training, technology, and teamwork keep underwater living not just possible, but secure. #UnderwaterSafety #EmergencyProtocols #OceanColonization #HabitatEmergencies #DeepSeaLiving #UnderwaterHabitat #PowerFailure #HullBreach #EscapePods #SubmersibleRescue #CrewSafety #AquaticInnovation #EmergencyDrills #SealingBreaches #LifeSupportSystems #DeepSeaTech #UnderwaterSurvival https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

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    Colonize The Ocean Podcast : Episode 92: Sealab 60th Anniversary Recap

    Brendon had the opportunity to be at the 60th Anniversary for Sealab. Let's talk about the event and everything that transpired. #underwater #ocean #engineering #scuba #future #technology #facebooklive #youtube #twitter #x #sealab #cousteau #deep #anniversary #underwaterhabitat https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  25. 335

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Engineering The Future

    Have you ever wondered why ASC designs look the way they do? Here is a brief history of the designs of ASC and why they are important to the mission and purpose of making living and working in the oceans possible to anyone. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving #support #partnerships #engineering #marineengineering #design https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  26. 334

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Help!

    Calling on help from the community! We want to get this project moving along and your help can make the difference. Contact us at [email protected] and let's discuss how we can be mutually beneficial to each other in the prospect of an underwater future. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving #support #partnerships #help #volunteer #skillset #marineengineer #graphicdesign #sales https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  27. 333

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Sealab, Coustea, Deep

    This past weekend (July 19 & 20) there was a celebration for Sealab's 60th anniversary. Brendon had the opportunity to attend and meet Fabien Coustea, people from Deep, Oceaneering, and many others involved either in the past or currently in underwater habitats. The recurring sentiment was working together. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving #support #partnerships #sealab #unitedstatesnavy #usnavy #cousteau #deep https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  28. 332

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : 3D Printing The Future

    On a recent live event, Babe, Adam and Brendon discussed different technologies that could and would change the way underwater habitats are built and used in the future. Deep recently acknowledged they had purchased large industrial 3D printers to be used for their upcoming underwater habit, thus confirming out thoughts and statements. So what is 3D printing an attractive model for underwater habitats? #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving #support #partnerships #dream #vision #future #3dprinting #marineengineering #deep #sentinel #construction #fabrication https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  29. 331

    Colonize The Ocean Podcast : Episode 91 : The Future

    Join us and discuss what the near future underwater may very well look like. We will look at trends, designs, and ideas that may point to promising aquatic tomorrow. #underwater #ocean #engineering #scuba #future #technology #facebooklive #youtube #linkedin https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  30. 330

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : What is your dream / passion?

    Brendon shares how he got the drive and vision to start ASC. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving #support #partnerships #dream #vision #future #passion #cousteau #seaquestdsv https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  31. 329

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Dreaming About An Underwater Future (energy creation and storage edition)

    20 years from now, how will we power floating and underwater habitats? Let's think about what future power generation and storage may look like, underwater. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving #support #partnerships #dream #vision #future #energy #batterystorage #batteries #otec #solar #hydroelectic https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  32. 328

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Dreaming About An Underwater Future (hotel edition)

    Continuing in the "dreaming about an underwater future" series, Brendon discusses underwater hotels and what their future may look like. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving #support #partnerships #dream #vision #hotels #resorts #future https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  33. 327

    Colonize The Ocean Podcast : Episode 90, June Updates and Free For All

    Babe and Brendon discuss summer topics, updates, and open the conversation up to the viewers. #underwater #scuba #livestream #patreon #networking #community #future #underwaterhabitat #scuba #community #lifestyle https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  34. 326

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Dreaming About An Underwater Future (data center edition)

    So what happens in the next 20+ years? What will underwater habitats, especially data centers, look like? #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving #support #partnerships #dream #vision #datacenters #data #future https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  35. 325

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Media Matters

    On this weeks short, Brendon discusses news events and asks the question of what will it take for underwater habitats to be newsworthy. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving #support #partnerships #news #media #spacex #elonmusk #tesla #ai #titanic #titan https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  36. 324

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Partnerships

    This week Brendon discusses the importance and difficulties of partnerships in a super niche market. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving #support #partnerships https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  37. 323

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Building An Underwater AI Server?

    In this week's short Brendon is excited to announce a summer project involving the creation of an AI server, similar to a ChatGPT box, potentially with image generation capabilities. This AI server will be submerged underwater as part of a demonstration for underwater data centers and habitats. The goal is to have a tangible example of their work to attract interest and investment, as previous attempts to secure funding for a full-scale underwater habitat have been unsuccessful. The project will be documented and shared on social media. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving #support #ai #artificialintelligence #data #dataservers https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  38. 322

    Colonize The Ocean Podcast : Episode 89, Making The Blue Green

    Brendon flys solo on this episode and breaks down different forms of green energy production and how they might be used for underwater habitats. #underwater #scuba #livestream #patreon #networking #community #future #underwaterhabitat #scuba #community #lifestyle #china #microsoft #natick #datacenters #technology #greenenergy #enviornmental #oceanconservation https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  39. 321

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : How Do We Communicate Underwater?

    In this podcast episode, Brendon discusses communication methods for underwater habitats and data centers. The main options include using fiber optic cables from land or umbilical cables to the surface for satellite uplink, with Starlink offering improved speeds. Current wireless underwater communication technology is limited and slow. Redundancy, combining land cables and satellite links, is crucial for reliability. Brendon emphasizes the need for technological advancements in underwater wireless communication and poses a question about audience preferences for habitat communication setups. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving sexy #news #support #ai #artificialintelligence #data #dataservers #communication #fiberoptics #starlink #wireless https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  40. 320

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Where Will The Power Come From?

    Brendon discusses the power requirements for underwater habitats and data centers, emphasizing the need for renewable and sustainable energy sources. He explore options like solar panels, wind power, tidal/wave energy, and geothermal solutions. The hosts suggest that a combination of these approaches, along with battery storage, is likely the best way to power future underwater facilities as they move further offshore and become more self-sufficient The speaker discuss the challenges of powering an underwater habitat in the middle of the ocean. He note that companies may try to capitalize on the opportunity, but emphasize the importance of finding efficient and sustainable solutions. Brendon then pose several options, such as using geothermal platforms, underwater turbines, or biomass reactors, and invite the listener to consider which approach they would choose to power their own underwater habitat. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving sexy #news #support #ai #artificialintelligence #data #dataservers #power #greenpower #greenenergy #solar #hydroelectricity #geothermal https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  41. 319

    Colonize The Ocean Podcast : Episode 88, AI To The Rescue?

    Our livestream where Babe and Brendon discussed data centers, and how AI focused data centers could be a revenue stream to make underwater habitats profitable in the hear future. #underwater #scuba #livestream #patreon #networking #community #future #underwaterhabitat #scuba#community #lifestyle#china #microsoft #natick #datacenters #technology #informationtechnology https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  42. 318

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Environmental Concerns About Underwater Data Centers

    Are we opening pandora's box to the destruction of the oceans? Listen as Brendon addresses some concerns, and opens the dialogue for others. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving sexy #news #support #ai #artificialintelligence #data #dataservers #enviornment #marinescience #marinebiology https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  43. 317

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : AI Data Servers In The News

    As the host of the podcast episode, I discussed the benefits of underwater data centers, particularly in the context of the growing AI industry. I highlighted the cost-effectiveness and environmental advantages of underwater data centers compared to traditional land-based servers. I mentioned Amazon's $11 billion investment in a new AI data center and emphasized the potential savings and efficiency of underwater data centers. I encouraged AI startups and data center companies to consider partnering with companies like ASC to explore the benefits of underwater data centers for their operations. The episode also previewed a live stream focused on AI and data centers to further promote this alternative approach to data storage. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving sexy #news #support #ai #artificialintelligence #data #dataservers https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  44. 316

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Will AI Save Underwater Habitats?

    In this podcast episode, Brendon explores the burgeoning market for underwater data centers, emphasizing their potential profitability amidst the AI server market's expansion. The discussion touches on a conversation with Ben from Arktide, noting the benefits of such centers, including enhanced cooling, security, and reduced environmental impact. The speaker underscores the growing interest from major companies and nations, the technical challenges AI poses, and the natural advantages of underwater environments for data center cooling. The episode concludes with a call for audience input on integrating AI with underwater data centers, highlighting the strategic and financial benefits for companies in the AI sector. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving sexy #news #support #ai #artificialintelligence #data #dataservers https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  45. 315

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Defining Focus

    Drilling down and focusing can sometimes be hard. Laser focus on your product, project, dream may be the necessary next step to bring everything in line. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving sexy #news #support #goals #achievements #dreams #patience #perserverence #focus https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  46. 314

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Keep Your Chin Up, You've Got This

    Just want to encourage you all to stick to your dreams and goals. #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving sexy #news #support #goals #achievements #dreams #patience #perserverence https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  47. 313

    Colonize The Ocean Podcast : Episode 87, How Do We Attract People To The Ocean

    Babe and Adam take over the show and browse the topic of how to get the non SCUBA community interested in underwater habitats / hotels. #underwater #scuba #livestream #patreon #networking #community #future #underwaterhabitat #scuba #community #lifestyle https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  48. 312

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Making Underwater Habitats Sexy

    What is it going to take to get underwater habitats, and other ocean based endeavors, to garner the same notoriety as space based programs? #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving sexy #news #support #space #elonmusk #jeffbezos #spacex #blueorigin #cousteau https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  49. 311

    Colonize The Ocean - Shorts : Fountain Of Youth By Living Underwater?

    Dr. Joseph Dituri spent 90 days underwater at Jules Undersea Lodge in 2023, as his scientific research is coming out we are finding some amazing potential finds from his record breaking stay. https://metro.co.uk/2024/03/13/florida-scientist-reveals-secret-anti-ageing-just-live-underwater-20456466/ #underwater #ocean #scuba #underwaterhabitat #future #underwaterhotel #reasons #patreon #aquanaut #life #living #homelife #underwaterliving #dna #hyperbaric #marinescience #health #biology https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

  50. 310

    Colonize The Ocean Podcast : Episode 86, Trivia Themed - Deep Water

    Come join us and try and answer trivia questions Adam has prepared. Babe and Brendon will put their knowledge to the test. Brendon also updates everyone on his idea for a raffle, and other news. #underwater #scuba #livestream #patreon #networking #community #future #underwaterhabitat #trivia #mysteries https://discord.gg/jp5aSSkfNS http://atlantisseacolony.com/ https://www.patreon.com/atlantisseacolony

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