iħ ∂|ψ(t)⟩ / ∂t = H|ψ(t)⟩

Sigil

Aetheria
2025
Crete

In a remote Greek village, surrounded by ancient olive groves and echoing with mythological whispers, Black Sky Society's Aetheria (Skylab01) is creating a sanctuary for those who dare to imagine expansive futures. We invite four extraordinary individuals to join us in bridging the material and metaphysical, the technological and spiritual, the ancient and the yet-to-come.

This is not just a residency – it's an alchemical experiment. Here, among mountains that have witnessed millennia of human dreams, we'll explore the evolution of consciousness, fringe science, warp physics, and the emerging post-web. We seek those who believe in creating a world of wonder, resilience, peace, and liberation – visionaries who understand that true innovation must be rooted in spiritual wisdom.

Nestled in the Cretan landscape, our compound exists in superposition of past, present, and future. Mornings can be spent developing new knowledge protocols, evenings stargazing from our rooftop, and weekends exploring ancient Greek and Minoan sites. Our space offers both solitude for deep work and community for cosmic exploration.

If you feel called to merge spirituality with science, to bridge technology with ancient wisdom, and to weave personal transformation into collective liberation – we invite you to join our experiment.

AETHERIA CURIOSITIES

  • Are you knowledgeable about comparative theology and are on a path of transforming the masses understanding of god, so we can shrink the time toward peace?
  • Are you knowledgeable or curious about the unsolved mysteries of the world?
  • Are you interested in the intersection between quantum mechanics and consciousness theory, such as the work of Roger Penrose and Stuart Hameroff, on orchestrated objective reduction?
  • Are you an irrational mechanic and a member of the Turing Church?
  • Are you a devotee of warp physics and designing or reverse engineering interstellar vehicles? Do Jack Sarfatti's physics speak to you?
  • Are you dreaming of a better internet, of a post-web?
  • Are you interested in the fusion of metallurgy, and feel drawn to making or designing scepters and coins?
  • Are you curious about the stars, galaxies, and our place in this universe?
  • Are you actively working on expanding your astral travel, psychic or remote viewing abilities?
  • Do ancient sites such as the pyramids and stonehenge light up your soul?
  • Are you an expert in meteorites, geology, and finding rocks?
  • Are you interested in making soap with olive oil?
  • Are you interested in permaculture farming?

SPRING RESIDENCY

Are you drawn to exploring consciousness evolution, fringe science, post-web development, or cosmic discovery? Do at least three of our Curiosities deeply resonate with your journey? We invite you to apply for our residency.

PROGRAM

Choose between the Independent track, where you focus fully on your own research project, sharing knowledge updates in a monthly salon, or the Collaborative track where you dedicate 30% time to a group project agreed upon with other residents.

ACCOMMODATION

Private bedroom in a 6-bedroom compound in Crete, Greece. Bathroom shared with 1-2 others. Residents are expected to participate in cooking communal vegan meals.

COSTS

A monthly or weekly fee (based on length of stay) which covers utilities, rent, food, and operational costs. Residents cover their own travel & excursion expenses.

ARRIVAL

You are expected to arrive in Heraklion, Crete, Greece. You will be picked up and taken to the property.

LOCATION

A remote mountain village in Crete, Greece (~70 minutes from Heraklion). Exact location details will be shared with approved residents. Expect a monastic-like atmosphere where deep work and inner exploration converge in a peaceful mountain setting.

APPLY

Applicants will be accepted on a rolling basis. If your application is a fit, a video call will be scheduled within 14 days of submission. APPLY NOW

VIBE & SETTING

DAY TO DAY

  • Weekly excursions, such as hiking, exploring beaches or trips to nearby attractions
  • Morning tea time where all residents enjoy tea while sharing updates on their life or projects
  • Weekly salons where residents can debate or go deep on intriguing topics of interest
  • Shared topic sessions for those that want to present what they're working on, or any subject they're interested in
  • Occasional virtual or in-person seminars by BSS conduits & members on relevant topics
  • Monthly experiments, such as remote viewing, summoning UAPs, or breath work
  • Shared vegan meals (food cost is included)
  • Optional shared project(s) to be determined at the start of the cohort and worked on by everyone. Could be scientific or creative in nature (brain wave science leveraging EEGs, music videos, concept album, engineering a ritual, software tools, etc.)

EXCURSIONS

Dalabelos Estate (25-minute drive):Organic permaculture farm, hotel, and farm-to-table restaurant. Psiloritis, Mount Ida Melidoni Cave Margarites Village Ancient Eleutherna Arkadi Monastery Geropotomas Beach Spilies Beach Karavostasi Beach Knossos Palace Preveli Beach Minoan Peak Sanctuary

LOCATION

Skylab01 has a six bedroom compound in a remote mountain village on the island of Crete in Greece.

The compound has 4 levels:
  • Garden level (0): Very large yard which can be used for gardening or art projects
  • Residence (1): independent 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit
  • Residence (2): independent 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit
  • Rooftop (3): An expansive rooftop with a 360 degree view

The village is very remote: it has no restaurants or grocery stores in walking distance, so residents should be comfortable spending the majority of the time at the residence, sharing cooking and grocery run duties.

Ideal residents are seeking a monastic-like, quiet and peaceful atmosphere where people keep to themselves and are not very talkative during agreed upon hours, yet share conversation during meals or group activities.

A car is available for occasional trips to ancient Minoan and Greek sites, Eastern Orthodox monasteries, beaches, hikes, and meals outside the house. The frequency of excursions to locations further out (1-3 hours away) can be decided upon by residents.

There are some additional photos below of the surroundings. More precise location details and photos will be shared after becoming approved as a resident, following the interview phase.

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CONDUITS

Giulio Prisco, a Black Sky Skylab01 mentor

Giulio Prisco

We are honored to welcome renowned futurist Giulio Prisco as a mentor for our Spring cohort. His recent book Irrational Mechanics: Narrative Sketch of a Futurist Science & a New Religion explores the convergence of quantum physics, consciousness theory, and mystical traditions. During the residency, Prisco will lead a seminar on irrational mechanics and will also offer one-on-one (virtual) mentorship to residents interested in these topics.

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