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Figments

DefunctYC S19

Los Angeles, US · Founded 2019 · 2 employees · 13 known investors

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Plotdrive is an AI-powered writing tool designed for authors to draft novels and books faster with editorial guidance that preserves their unique voice. The platform offers real-time feedback, customizable writing prompts, and cloud synchronization to reduce friction in the creative writing process.

Also known as Heroic Story · Plotdrive · Wordloops

AI & Machine LearningCreator EconomyEnterprise SoftwareSaaSEntertainmentMediaAIAI AssistantUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaPartly Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S19)

Figments was founded in 2019 by Jay Rosenkrantz and Scott Rosenkrantz.

JRJay Rosenkrantz
Jay RosenkrantzCo-founder and CEOJay Rosenkrantz worked as a professional poker player before transitioning to company building, with prior experience developing a poker training platform and VR games with AI components.
SRScott Rosenkrantz
Scott RosenkrantzFounderScott Rosenkrantz previously developed VR games and interactive experiences. He now works on long-form storytelling applications.

Investors · 13

Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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Ascensive AssetsreportedSeoul · $1.2M – $9M

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BDMIreportedNew York · $500K – $5M

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DNA CapitalreportedSão Paulo · $100K – $5M

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I2BF Global VenturesreportedNew York · $500K – $10M

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mark vcreportedAustin

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Morningside GroupreportedHong Kong

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Multicoin CapitalreportedAustin · $1M – $50M

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Sambhav Jainreported

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Starting LinereportedChicago · $750K – $2M

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Upfront VenturesreportedLos Angeles · $1M – $10M

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Frequently asked questions

What does Figments do?
Plotdrive is an AI-powered writing tool designed for authors to draft novels and books faster with editorial guidance that preserves their unique voice. The platform offers real-time feedback, customizable writing prompts, and cloud synchronization to reduce friction in the creative writing process.
Who founded Figments?
Figments was founded by Jay Rosenkrantz, Scott Rosenkrantz in 2019.
Who are Figments's investors?
Figments's investors include TRANSCEND, Y Combinator, Ascensive Assets, BDMI, DNA Capital, I2BF Global Ventures, mark vc, Morningside Group and 5 more.
Where is Figments headquartered?
Figments is headquartered in Los Angeles, US.