The Taangali Wastes | Post Apocalyptic Science Fantasy Setting

The Taangali Wastes | Post Apocalyptic Science Fantasy Setting

by The Templin Institute

Humanities, Social Sciences & Thought Foresight & Science Fiction FLScience fictionFLQScience fiction: apocalyptic and post-apocalyptic
🎙 The Templin Institute 👥 624K 📅 October 4, 2023 ⏱ 17 min 👁 105K 📄 science communication 🧭 2026-08-26
Available in: English (current) Français

Keywords

Taangaliwastescity-statesconvoysworldbuilding

Summary

The video presents the first of three candidate settings for The Templin Institute’s original universe project. It introduces Taangali, a post-apocalyptic science fantasy world where civilization survives in isolated enclaves called Glades, surrounded by dangerous and surreal Wastes. The setting emphasizes a gonzo, over-the-top tone inspired by Mad Max and 1980s sci-fi, contrasting with more melancholic modern post-apocalyptic fiction. Key elements include the city-states, which are fortified settlements with diverse governments and ambitions, and the convoy system, which links these enclaves through dangerous trade routes. The largest convoys, known as prime convoys, have become nomadic civilizations with their own societies. The video also details the perils of the Wastes, the role of Road Warriors, and the current geopolitical tensions, including a brewing crusade and the resurgence of ancient threats. The creator explains his intention to focus on a specific region for deeper development, using a template approach. The video concludes by inviting audience feedback and encouraging viewers to vote for this setting to be developed further.

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Critical Evaluation

Value of the Information & Strength of the Argument

The video provides a rich and imaginative worldbuilding concept with a clear thematic vision. The argumentation is coherent, presenting the setting’s elements in a logical and engaging manner. The creator’s personal commentary adds value by explaining the creative choices and the intended tone, which helps the audience understand the design philosophy. However, the content is purely fictional and lacks empirical or factual grounding, which is expected for a creative pitch. The strength lies in the originality and internal consistency of the world, rather than in scientific or historical accuracy.

Scientific Rigor, Source Quality, Title Accuracy

The video is a creative presentation, not a scientific work, so the concept of ‘sources’ is limited to the artistic contributions credited in the description. The title accurately reflects the content, which is a detailed exploration of the Taangali setting. The video does not claim to be factual, and its quality is assessed on the creativity and coherence of the worldbuilding. The description provides links to the artists’ portfolios, which serve as visual inspiration but not as factual sources. The video’s internal logic is sound, and the presentation is well-structured, but it does not engage with external sources or evidence.

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Title / Content Match

The title accurately reflects the content, which focuses on the post-apocalyptic science fantasy setting of Taangali.

Quality & Reliability

7/10

The video is a creative worldbuilding presentation, not a scientific or factual documentary. It is internally consistent and clearly labeled as a fictional setting proposal. The production quality is high, and the content is well-structured, but it lacks verifiable sources or empirical data, which limits its factual reliability.

Key Moments

Markers derived by PSI from the transcript: the creator did not define chapters.

Cited Sources

  • Ideas Submission Portal — Official portal for submitting episode ideas to The Templin Institute.
  • ArtStation - Alex Ichim — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Brandon Gobey — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Alejandro Burdisio — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - BYNDE — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Calder Moore — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Charles E J Downman — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Dmitry Vishnevsky — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Jan Ditlev — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Dominik Zdenkovic — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Dunhuang Chen — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Fredrik Giro — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Hans Park — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Joakim Ericsson — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Joan Pique Llorens — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Jannis Mayr — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Kait Kybar — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Kunrong Yap — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.
  • ArtStation - Leonid Koliagin — Artist contributing visual inspiration for the setting.

Concurring Sources

External References

Contribution & Novelties

The video presents a novel post-apocalyptic science fantasy setting that blends elements of Mad Max, 1980s sci-fi, and gonzo worldbuilding. Its unique contribution lies in the combination of isolated city-states, nomadic convoy civilizations, and a focus on geopolitical dynamics within a post-apocalyptic framework. The setting encourages creative freedom and offers a template for others to develop their own regions, fostering community engagement.

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Radar Profile

The radar profile shows high scores in quantity and quality of information, reflecting the detailed and well-structured worldbuilding. The technical level is moderate, as the content is accessible but still engages with complex geopolitical concepts. The overall reliability is moderate, consistent with a creative work rather than a factual source.

Reliability 6/10

💬 Très positif. Sur les 30 commentaires analysés, l'enthousiasme est dominant, avec des éloges pour l'originalité du cadre, son potentiel pour les jeux de rôle, et la qualité de la présentation, bien que certains expriment une préférence pour d'autres options.