$DERANGED Whitepaper | The Deranged Penguin

01 Abstract

$DERANGED is a community-driven meme token deployed on the Base blockchain (Coinbase L2), inspired by one of the most profound moments in documentary film history: Werner Herzog's "deranged penguin" from Encounters at the End of the World (2007).

Unlike traditional meme coins that rely purely on speculation, $DERANGED combines philosophical depth with real-world impact through its innovative 2% charity mechanism that directly supports penguin conservation efforts worldwide.

1B

Total Supply

2%

Charity Per Trade

Base L2

Blockchain

"Even if he were to be caught and brought back to the colony, he would immediately head right back for the mountains." — Werner Herzog, 2007

02 Origin Story

The Documentary

In 2007, legendary German filmmaker Werner Herzog traveled to Antarctica to create his documentary "Encounters at the End of the World". Unlike typical nature documentaries focused on "fluffy penguins," Herzog sought to explore the dreams and madness of those who choose to live at the edge of existence.

The Scene

During filming, Herzog witnessed something extraordinary. Among thousands of Adélie penguins heading to the ocean to feed or returning to their nesting grounds, one penguin stopped. He looked at the sea. He looked at his colony. And then, defying every survival instinct coded into millions of years of evolution...

He turned and walked alone toward the mountains.

70 kilometers of frozen wasteland. Certain death. No food. No shelter. No return.

The Question

Herzog asked penguin scientist Dr. David Ainley a question no one had asked before: "Do penguins go insane?"

The scientist had no answer. But the footage speaks for itself—a single penguin, choosing oblivion over conformity, walking steadfastly toward his own end.

Watch the documentary: "Encounters at the End of the World" (2007) won numerous awards and was nominated for Best Documentary at the 81st Academy Awards. Available on major streaming platforms.

03 Philosophy

The deranged penguin transcended its documentary origins to become a universal symbol interpreted through multiple philosophical lenses:

Philosophy	Interpretation
🖤 Nihilism	The absurdity of existence in an indifferent universe. Nothing matters, so why not walk toward the mountains?
🔥 Existentialism	Choosing your own path, defining your own meaning, even when it leads to oblivion.
⚡ Rebellion	Rejecting the system, the colony, the predetermined path. Walking away from everything you're supposed to do.
🌌 Isolation	The profound loneliness of those who see the world differently. The burden of unique perception.
💎 Conviction	Diamond hands incarnate. Never turning back, no matter what lies ahead.

The Crypto Connection

In cryptocurrency, we are all deranged penguins. We reject traditional finance. We question the established order. We walk toward our own mountains—decentralization, financial sovereignty, community governance.

They call us crazy. We call it freedom.

"In crypto, we are all deranged penguins. We reject traditional finance. We walk toward our own mountains. They call us crazy. We call it freedom." — $DERANGED Manifesto

04 Tokenomics

Token Specifications

Token Name:     Deranged Penguin
Symbol:         DERANGED
Blockchain:     Base (Coinbase L2)
Standard:       ERC-20
Total Supply:   1,000,000,000 (1 Billion)
Decimals:       18
            

Tax Structure

Transaction	Burn Tax	Charity Tax	Total
🟢 Buy	2%	2%	4%
🔴 Sell	3%	2%	5%

Deflationary Mechanism

Every transaction permanently removes tokens from circulation through our burn mechanism. As volume increases, supply decreases, creating natural scarcity over time.

Token Distribution

Allocation	Percentage	Purpose
🌊 Liquidity Pool	90%	Fair launch, permanently locked
🐧 Team/Development	5%	Marketing & continued development
🎁 Community Airdrops	3%	Rewards for early supporters
🤝 Partnerships	2%	CEX listings, collaborations

Security Features

Anti-Bot Protection: 3-block delay after trading enabled
Max Transaction Limit: 1% of total supply per transaction
Liquidity Lock: 100% of LP tokens locked
Ownership Renouncement: Contract ownership will be renounced post-launch
Tax Reduction Only: Taxes can only be reduced, never increased

05 Charity Mission

What sets $DERANGED apart from other meme coins is our commitment to real-world impact. 2% of every transaction is automatically sent to a dedicated charity wallet for penguin conservation.

Why Penguin Conservation?

Our project's soul comes from a penguin. It's only fitting that we give back to protect these remarkable creatures who face increasing threats from climate change, habitat loss, and human activity.

Partner Organizations

🌊 Global Penguin Society - Research and conservation across South America
🇦🇺 Penguin Foundation Australia - Protecting Little Penguins in Victoria
🌍 Antarctic Conservation Coalition - Advocating for Antarctic protection
🐧 SANCCOB - African Penguin rescue and rehabilitation

Transparency Commitment

All charity wallet transactions publicly visible on-chain
Quarterly donation reports published to community
Proof of donations shared on social media
Community voting on allocation percentages

Every trade matters: Whether you're buying or selling, 2% goes directly to help real penguins. Your degen trades are literally saving penguins. 🐧❤️

06 Technology

Why Base (Coinbase L2)?

We chose Base blockchain for several strategic reasons:

Low Gas Fees: Transactions cost fractions of a cent
Fast Transactions: Near-instant confirmation times
Ethereum Security: Inherits Ethereum's robust security
Coinbase Ecosystem: Access to millions of Coinbase users
Growing DEX Ecosystem: Aerodrome and other major DEXs

Smart Contract Features

// Core Features
- OpenZeppelin ERC-20 (battle-tested security)
- ReentrancyGuard protection
- Ownable with renouncement capability
- Automatic burn on every transfer
- Automatic charity allocation

// Admin Functions (Pre-Renouncement)
- enableTrading()      // One-time activation
- reduceBurnTaxes()    // Can only decrease, never increase  
- reduceCharityTax()   // Can only decrease
- setCharityWallet()   // Update charity recipient
- excludeFromFees()    // For DEX pairs, etc.
            

Contract Security

Built with Solidity 0.8.20 (overflow protection)
OpenZeppelin v5.0 libraries
Comprehensive test suite (30+ tests)
No mint function (fixed supply)
No proxy/upgradeable pattern (immutable)

07 Roadmap

Just like our penguin's 70km journey toward the mountains, we have a long road ahead. Each phase brings us closer to our destination.

Phase 1: "Leaving the Colony" 🐧

Smart contract development, security testing, website launch, social media setup, initial community building.

Phase 2: "The First Steps" 🚶

Fair launch on Base, liquidity provision and lock, contract verification, CoinGecko and CMC applications, first 1,000 holders.

Phase 3: "Into the Wasteland" ❄️

Major CEX listing campaigns, NFT collection launch, first charity donations, viral marketing campaign, 10,000 holders.

Phase 4: "The Mountains" ⛰️

Global recognition, documentary partnerships, major conservation impact, 100,000+ holders, Werner Herzog acknowledgment (we can dream).

08 Team

$DERANGED was created by a small team of crypto enthusiasts and Werner Herzog fans who believe meme coins can be more than just speculation—they can be a force for good.

The team operates pseudonymously, following the tradition of Satoshi Nakamoto and countless other crypto projects. Our identities matter less than our commitment to the community and the project's mission.

Our Commitment

No pre-sale or private allocations
Team tokens locked for 6 months minimum
Transparent communication via Telegram and Twitter
Contract ownership to be renounced
Community-driven decisions

"We are not the protagonists. The community is. We simply built the stage for the deranged ones to gather." — The $DERANGED Team

09 Risks & Disclaimer

Important: Cryptocurrency investments carry significant risk. The value of $DERANGED can fluctuate dramatically and may go to zero. Never invest more than you can afford to lose.

Risk Factors

Market Volatility: Meme coin prices are highly volatile
Regulatory Risk: Cryptocurrency regulations may change
Smart Contract Risk: Despite testing, bugs may exist
Liquidity Risk: May be difficult to sell large amounts
No Guarantees: Past performance doesn't predict future results

Legal Disclaimer

This whitepaper is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. $DERANGED is a meme coin created for entertainment and community purposes. Conduct your own research before making any investment decisions.

This project is not affiliated with Werner Herzog, Discovery Films, or any production companies associated with "Encounters at the End of the World."

10 Conclusion

$DERANGED is more than a meme coin—it's a movement. A gathering place for those who see the world differently, who question the status quo, who choose their own path even when it leads into the unknown.

Through our charity mechanism, every trade contributes to protecting the very creatures that inspired this project. We're proving that even in the wild world of meme coins, we can make a real difference.

Whether you're here for the philosophy, the community, the potential gains, or the penguin conservation—welcome to the waddle.

"Some walk to the sea. Some walk to the colony. We walk to the mountains." — $DERANGED Community Mantra

🐧 Join the Deranged Ones 🏔️