fanouek
Fanouek is a term used in discussions of fan studies and constructed languages to describe a form of collective fan labor within speculative or world-building contexts. In the fictional lexicon of several world-building projects, fanouek refers to organized groups who map, translate, remix, and extend a base work’s universe, characters, and lore. The practice is discussed as a form of participatory culture that blurs the boundaries between creators and audiences.
Etymology: The word is a portmanteau of "fan" and a suffix inspired by the imagined phonotactics of
Usage: In scholarly and fan-press writing, fanouek is used to distinguish collaborative, cross-platform fan labor from
Criticisms and reception: Critics point to potential conflicts with original creators’ rights and concerns about quality