H3 Entertainment, a pioneer in fusing Web3 technology with digital storytelling, has officially wrapped filming for the first season of its flagship short series Cryptic Whale. Unveiled during ETH Denver 2025, the announcement marks a milestone in Web3-native entertainment. The first three episodes of the series are now live on YouTube, drawing an international viewership captivated by the show’s unique blend of crypto culture, time travel, and real-world drama.
Based on an original concept by renowned cryptocurrency KOL JiaMiXingTuan, Cryptic Whale delves into the heart of the digital age through the lens of one man’s journey. The show follows Joe, a character navigating the highs and lows of the cryptocurrency world, while uncovering deeper truths about identity, ambition, and the human consequences of digital decentralization. Blending action and suspense with deeply human storytelling, the series has quickly earned praise from Web3 communities and crypto-curious audiences alike.
“With Cryptic Whale, we’re not just telling a story about cryptocurrency—we’re telling a story about how people adapt, change, and survive in a world driven by digital transformation,” said Jaysen Lai, CEO of H3 Entertainment. “The community has been essential throughout development. Their input, ideas, and energy are embedded in the series, which is what makes this a truly Web3-native production.”
Community-Crafted, Web3-Powered Storytelling
From its inception, Cryptic Whale was shaped by community feedback—an approach H3 believes represents the next chapter in entertainment. Fans were invited to contribute ideas, themes, and even dialogue, making them collaborators rather than passive viewers. This model of participatory storytelling, enabled by Web3 tools, allows H3 to redefine how entertainment is made and consumed. The remaining episodes of Season One are in final post-production and are expected to be released during the first half of 2024. Each chapter deepens Joe’s narrative, unveiling a complex tapestry of blockchain innovation, personal struggle, and philosophical exploration about wealth, identity, and legacy in a rapidly digitizing world.
Season Two Expands to the Middle East: New Stories, New Horizons
In a move that underscores the project’s global ambitions, H3 Entertainment has announced that the second season of Cryptic Whale will be filmed across Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Season Two will see Joe’s journey evolve as he becomes a prominent figure in the crypto space and travels back in time to explore the Middle East’s rising role in blockchain innovation. “We are thrilled to expand the story to the Middle East,” said Mark Rau, Executive Producer of Cryptic Whale. “The region’s rapidly developing crypto sector and rich cultural heritage provide the perfect backdrop for Joe’s next chapter. It allows us to explore narratives around power, digital transformation, and regional innovation through a Web3 lens.”
H3 Entertainment has already begun forming partnerships with local media houses and production companies across Saudi Arabia and the UAE. These collaborations aim to integrate traditional regional storytelling with cutting-edge digital trends, offering audiences an experience that is immersive, inclusive, and globally relevant. The team is also exploring language localization, cultural representation, and thematic storytelling that speaks authentically to regional audiences while maintaining universal appeal.
A Call for Collaborators: Web3 Meets Entertainment Industry Opportunities
As H3 prepares for Season Two, the company is also opening the doors for collaborations with Web3 projects, creators, and brands interested in aligning with the Cryptic Whale universe. From content partnerships and product placements to co-branded marketing campaigns, H3 is inviting a new wave of creators to become part of the story. “We’re looking for partners who understand our vision: storytelling powered by decentralization, community, and cultural relevance,” said Lai. “Whether you’re a Web3 protocol, NFT collection, DeFi platform, or media brand—we want to explore how we can build this together.”
This approach is part of a larger mission to decentralize entertainment production and give communities ownership—not just in spirit, but in creative execution. Future episodes of Cryptic Whale will feature community-sourced plotlines, appearances from fan avatars and NFT-based cameos, and token-based rewards for contributors. H3 aims to build an ecosystem where creativity is open, collaborative, and reward-driven.
Looking Forward: Leading the Web3 Entertainment Revolution
The success of Cryptic Whale is just the beginning for H3 Entertainment. As the company gears up for Season Two and prepares to shoot in the Middle East, it is also exploring additional content formats—from interactive NFT comics to metaverse screenings and on-chain streaming platforms. The broader goal is to create a media landscape where fans are stakeholders and creativity flows freely between creators and audiences. “Web3 is not just a theme—it’s the engine behind everything we’re doing,” said Lai. “From ownership and transparency to community governance and cultural fluidity, Web3 has the power to reshape how we tell stories. We’re here to prove that.”
Conclusion: Redefining Entertainment for a Digital-First World
With Cryptic Whale, H3 Entertainment is not only producing a show—it’s building a new model for digital storytelling. By integrating Web3 community engagement, global production, and culturally rich narratives, H3 is proving that entertainment can be decentralized, collaborative, and truly global. As the series expands its reach and enters new markets, it offers creators, fans, and partners an opportunity to be part of a narrative revolution—where digital identity meets cinematic storytelling, and where the blockchain becomes a canvas for culture.