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OurChan

Ourchan (ourchan.org) is a specialized anonymous imageboard dedicated to leftist political discussion, theory, and organizing. It is a prominent "Red" board, serving as a Marxist-Leninist alternative to the often anarchist or broad-tent leftypol.org and the right-wing /pol/ found on mainstream imageboards. 1. Key Dates and Registration Domain Registration: The domain ourchan.org was registered on November 17, 2019. Launch: The site launched in late 2019/early 2020. It emerged during the tumultuous period following the shutdown of 8chan (which hosted the original /leftypol/) and the subsequent fragmentation of the online leftist imageboard community. Status: It remains active as one of the primary "bunkers" for the Leftypol community, often cited alongside leftypol.org and bunkerchan.xyz. 2. What is the site? Ourchan is an anonymous imageboard (running on JSchan software) that fosters a "tankie" or orthodox Marxist-Leninist environment. The Ideology: Unlike other leftist spaces that may tolerate anarchism or social democracy, Ourchan is historically more focused on "Actually Existing Socialism" (AES) and scientific socialism. It serves as a place for serious theoretical discussion (/edu/), current events analysis (/pol/), and general "comfy" leftist chat. The "Bunker" Mentality: The site was built to be resilient against the DDOS attacks and de-platforming that frequently target political imageboards. It often serves as a backup location when other major leftist boards go offline. Culture: The culture mixes traditional imageboard slang with Marxist terminology. Users are expected to have read at least basic theory (Marx, Lenin, Stalin, Mao) and often engage in "struggle sessions" or debates regarding historical revisionism. 3. What does the name mean? The name is a play on the "Our" meme associated with communism: Our: References the "Our" vs "My" distinction (e.g., the Bugs Bunny "Our Food" meme), symbolizing collectivism, shared ownership, and the abolition of private property. Chan: The standard suffix for anonymous imageboards. Ourchan: Effectively translates to "The Collective's Imageboard" or "The People's Chan."

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Rainchan

Rainchan (located at rain.meth.cat) is a niche anonymous imageboard and a sub-component of the broader meth.cat project, a community-driven "small-web" hub created by a developer known as nixx. 1. Key Dates and Registration Root Domain Registration: The domain meth.cat was registered in early 2021. First Appearance: According to the site’s own "About" section, the project has been active as an "anti-purpose digital goblin hole" since March 2021. Rainchan Launch: While the main site started in March 2021, the imageboard (Rainchan) appears to have been established as a secondary service shortly thereafter to provide a "cozy" space for the community to discuss interests in a traditional "chan" format. 2. What is the site? Rainchan is a small, anonymous imageboard (using the vichan engine) that describes itself as a place for "funposting and good vibrations." It is part of the "IndieWeb" or "Small Web" movement, which rejects mainstream social media in favor of decentralized, personal, and hobbyist-run platforms. The Ecosystem: Rainchan is just one part of the meth.cat network, which also includes: IRC Network: A chat server (meth.cat:6697) with a primary channel called #autism. Luanti Server: A hosted instance of Luanti (formerly Minetest), an open-source sandbox game similar to Minecraft. Privacy Focus: The site offers Tor onion mirrors and encourages the use of privacy-centric tools. Culture: The site uses surreal and edgy humor in its self-description, calling itself a "seclusive reverse-political extremist network specializing in the pursuit of esoteric autismophrenic knowledge." In reality, it functions as a relaxed forum for "otaku and nerds" to discuss tech, games, and niche culture. 3. What does the name mean? The name is a playful and surreal combination of terms: Methylated Felines: This is the full name of the root domain (meth.cat). It is a nonsensical/abstract phrase combining "Methylated" (a chemical term often associated with spirits or substances) and "Felines" (cats). Rainchan: A combination of "Rain" (likely chosen for its "comfy" or "cozy" aesthetic association) and -chan (the standard suffix for imageboards like 2channel and 4chan). Digital Goblin Hole: A self-deprecating term used by the admin to describe the site's role as a hidden, unpolished corner of the internet for social outcasts or "goblins." Images from 1-2026

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The Shemmy

Shemmy.lol is a modern, niche imageboard that belongs to the "Small Web" and "Webcore" movement. It is part of a cluster of interconnected personal sites and community boards that prioritize a retro, artistic, and often "glitchy" aesthetic. 1. Key Dates and Registration Domain Registration: The domain shemmy.lol was registered on July 10, 2023. First Wayback Machine Capture: The Internet Archive first captured a snapshot of the site on July 20, 2023. Launch: The site officially launched in July 2023. It was created as a dedicated space for the "Shemmy" community, which had previously existed across other small imageboards and Discord servers. 2. What is the site? Shemmy.lol is an anonymous imageboard (utilizing LynxChan software) that serves as a hub for artists, "webcore" enthusiasts, and fans of the "Shemmy" character. The Mascot: The site is centered around "Shemmy," a stylized, white, cat-like creature mascot. This character is a staple of a specific corner of the internet that blends 1990s digital nostalgia with modern surrealist art. Culture: The site is known for being a "comfy" and creative space. While it follows the anonymous format of traditional imageboards, it is significantly smaller and more focused on sharing original art, CSS customizations, and niche music (like breakcore or vaporwave). The "Small Web" Connection: It is frequently linked to other sites like yakui.moe and soyjak.party (though with a very different aesthetic), forming part of a network of users who prefer independent, community-run platforms over mainstream social media. 3. What does the name mean? Shemmy: This is the name of the creator’s persona and the site's mascot. The name itself is a whimsical, made-up moniker typical of the "weirdcore" or "cute-core" internet subcultures. lol: The .lol top-level domain is a popular choice for personal or community-driven projects that don't take themselves too seriously and want to signal a sense of humor or playfulness. Shemmy.lol: Effectively translates to "The Shemmy Community Site." 4. History and Context While the site itself is relatively young (launching in 2023), the "Shemmy" subculture has been active for several years prior on platforms like Neocities and various "Boutique Chans." The site represents the "professionalization" of this small subculture—moving from a single page on a hosting service to a fully-featured, independent imageboard. It is often cited as one of the most visually interesting modern imageboards due to its custom CSS and focus on user-generated art. images from 1-2026

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