Delulu

Delulu reimagines the concept of goal-setting and social commentary by transforming them into a gamified, on-chain prediction market. Operable as a Celo-powered mini-app within the Farcaster ecosystem, Delulu allows users to post "delusions"—statements that can range from ambitious personal goals to controversial internet "hot takes." The platform moves beyond passive social media engagement (likes and comments) by requiring users to put a financial stake behind their convictions. This structure creates a unique social environment where users are not just spectators but active participants in the success or failure of a creator's claim.

The user experience centers on the tension between "Believers" and "Doubters." When a creator posts a delusion, they must back it with an initial stake and set a deadline, signaling their seriousness. The community then reacts by staking small amounts of money to either support the goal (Believing) or bet against it (Doubting). To ensure the social feedback is authentic and free from peer pressure or bot manipulation, Delulu employs Self Protocol. This allows for anonymous but human-verified voting, ensuring that while the participation is faceless, it is genuine. The result is a high-stakes social experiment where credibility is currency and community sentiment is backed by real value.

Delulu operates as a high-stakes social prediction market on Farcaster, transforming personal goals into binary betting events. The process begins when a Creator posts a "delusion"—backed by their own financial stake and a set deadline—which opens a market for the community. Participants verify their humanity anonymously via Self Protocol and place bets using Celo, choosing to either "Believe" in the creator’s success or "Doubt" it.

The outcome is determined by VLayer’s proof of action technology. If the creator verifies their achievement by the deadline, they recover their funds, and the Believers profit from the Doubters' pool. However, if the goal is unmet, the Doubters claim the entire combined pot. This mechanism creates a closed-loop economy where social credibility is directly tied to financial risk and reward.