ploktels
Ploktels are a class of fictional portable devices and data units used in speculative fiction and interactive narratives to capture, store, and exchange ephemeral experiences. A ploktel combines a memory module, a self-organizing ledger, and an interface that allows users to tag moments with contextual metadata, enabling collaborative storytelling and distributed recall.
Etymology: The term ploktel appears in early 22nd‑century fan and scholarly discourse; its roots are debated,
Design and features: Ploktels are roughly palm-sized; constructed from lightweight composite, with a tactile ring for
Variants and usage: Core ploktels function as memory nodes; auxiliary ploktels add sensory sensors or extended
Cultural context: In fiction, ploktels raise questions about memory ownership, consent, and the ethics of shared
See also: Distributed ledgers, Digital memory, Participatory art.