PARTY/ANIMALS III The Dangerous Gamble

The dangerous gamble era, around 2023, saw Las Vegas's obsession with genetically engineered animals escalate to perilous heights. Wealthy patrons demanded majestic yet deadly companions like tigers and lions. The once-glamorous trend turned treacherous as these powerful creatures, retaining wild instincts, caused accidents, injuries, and fatalities. Casinos that had resonated with playful superstition now echoed with fear and shock. The pursuit of excitement overshadowed ethical considerations, leading to a game of life and death where regulation lagged behind innovation. This era marked a dark chapter in Las Vegas's history, a period of contradiction and excess, where the thrill of the gamble extended into playing with nature's rules. It ended with a sobering reflection on the real cost of such a gamble, leaving a legacy of caution in the wake of hubris. These images created for the Strange History Alternate Realities collection. They use AI generated images to depict an alternative take on history.