Landianism

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Landianism or Landian Philosophy is the philosophy of Nick Land, characterized by a radical and uncompromising embrace of technology and capitalism, which he sees as the driving forces of history and the means by which humanity can overcome its limitations.

The ideas of Landianism are based on the belief that only through the rapid development of these forces can humanity overcome its limitations and achieve its full potential. This philosophy is characterized by a rejection of traditional political categories and a focus on individualism and free markets.

Landianism draws on a wide range of influences, including Deleuzoguattarianism, which includes the work of Gilles Deleuze and Félix Guattari, cyberculture, and science fiction. Land is known for his dense and complex writing style, which often incorporates a mix of technical jargon and poetic language.

Political Philosophy
Landianism's political philosophy is known as Right Accelerationism or R/Acc, and is characterized by an extreme commitment to technology and capitalism as the driving forces of human progress. The philosophy is grounded in the belief that the only way to achieve true progress is through the rapid development of technology and the free market, with a minimal role for the state. Landianism argues that traditional political categories and ideologies are outdated and counterproductive, and that a radical individualism is necessary to push society forward.

In Right Accelerationism, Landianism supports an approach that aims to accelerate the development of capitalism and technology in order to create a more advanced and prosperous society. This involves embracing the disruptive and transformative effects of technology and capital, and rejecting the idea that social progress should be slowed or constrained by concerns about social justice, equality, or the environment.

Social Philosophy
Landianism's social philosophy is rooted in the belief that technology is fundamentally transforming human experience and social relations. Landianism argues that we are entering into a new era of post-human existence, in which traditional forms of identity, community, and politics are being radically reconfigured.

Central to Landianism's social philosophy is the concept of the "outside," which refers to the unexplored and uncharted spaces that exist beyond the confines of human experience. Land argues that the accelerating pace of technological development is opening up new realms of possibility and experience, and that we must embrace these "outsides" if we are to fully realize our potential as post-human beings.

Landianism also emphasizes the importance of individualism and creativity in navigating this new technological landscape. Land argues that traditional forms of social organization, such as the nation-state and the family, are no longer adequate for the task of shaping human experience and society, and that we must instead cultivate a radical individualism that is capable of adapting to the changing technological and social conditions of our time.

Philosophy of Technology
Landianism's philosophy of technology is a central component of its overall philosophical system. Land argues that technology is not merely a tool or instrument for human use, but is instead a force that shapes human experience and consciousness in profound ways.

According to Land, technology is not simply a means of improving human life or solving practical problems, but is rather a transformative force that is fundamentally altering the nature of human existence. He argues that technology is driving us towards a post-human future in which traditional forms of identity, community, and culture are being radically reconfigured.

Landianism also emphasizes the importance of understanding the technological systems and processes that shape our lives. Land argues that technology operates according to its own internal logic, which is often hidden from human view. He emphasizes the importance of studying these systems and processes in order to gain a deeper understanding of the nature of technological change and its impact on human society.

Ontology
Landianism's philosophy of ontology explores the nature of reality and existence, and argues that the accelerating pace of technological development is leading to the emergence of new forms of being.

Central to Landianism's ontology is the idea that reality is not fixed or static, but is rather a dynamic and evolving process that is constantly changing and transforming. Land argues that the traditional categories of ontology, such as substance, essence, and identity, are no longer adequate for understanding the nature of reality in the post-human era.

Landianism also emphasizes the importance of understanding the role of technology in shaping ontology. Land argues that technology is not simply a tool or instrument for human use, but is rather a force that is transforming the very nature of existence itself. He argues that we are entering into a new era of post-human ontology, in which traditional categories and distinctions are being destabilized and reconfigured.

Aesthetics
Landianism's philosophy of aesthetics explores the role of art and culture in the post-human era. Land argues that traditional forms of art and culture are no longer adequate for expressing the dynamic and transformative nature of reality in the contemporary world.

According to Land, art and culture must adapt to the accelerating pace of technological change, and must embrace the emerging forms of post-human experience and consciousness. He argues that new forms of aesthetic expression, such as cyberculture and science fiction, are better suited to expressing the dynamic and transformative nature of reality in the post-human era.

Landianism also emphasizes the importance of the non-human and the non-humanoid in art and culture. Land argues that traditional forms of art and culture are too human-centered and anthropocentric, and that we must embrace the non-human and the non-humanoid in order to fully express the post-human condition.

Personality
Right-Accelerationism is very stiff in his personality; he barely shows emotions except when any money is nearby.

Right Accelerationism
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 * 1) Draw a ball.
 * 2) Fill it in black, but not as dark as the outline.
 * 3) Draw three yellow ">"'s in a row.
 * 4) Add the eyes, but make one of them mechanical and fully blue.

Landian Accelerationism
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 * 1) Draw a black ball.
 * 2) Draw three yellow ">"'s in a row.
 * 3) Draw a circle around it.
 * 4) Above and Below the circle draw 2 lines of increasing length from it.
 * 5) Add the eyes and you're done!

Relationships
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[[file:Wikipedia.png]] Wikipedia

 * Nick Land

[[file:Book.png]] Literature

 * Fanged Noumena: Collected Writings 1987-2007 by Nick Land
 * Meltdown by Nick Land
 * The Thirst for Annihilation: Georges Bataille and Virulent Nihilism by Nick Land