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Advanced Narrative Designer at Arenanet working on Guild Wars 2. Game developer since 1992. Worked as: QA, 3D art, content design, now narrative design. Self published author. Power nerd. Opinions are my own and do not reflect the views of my employer.
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In the midst of *gestures wildly* all of this, perhaps you might need a little escapism to ease you through some of the existential dread. If so, we've got you covered with a dash of Repentance.

submitted 6 hours ago • 5 comments

So, since Congress has already appropriated these funds to assist our ally in a time of war, stopping that aid by subverting the rule of law and go around congress falls under the category of providing "aid and comfort" to the enemy (Russia) yes?

submitted 19 hours ago • 1 comment

People have always talked about the stuffiness of British people, yet not one word was said about the "disrespect" of what President Zelensky was wearing. 🙄 Seriously though, it's heartening to see this example of proper diplomacy. We will get back to this one day. youtu.be/sY01i-aEvTc?...

submitted 3 days ago • 1 comment

Sharing this link in case you, like me, are embarrassed and angered by our leader's betrayal of our ally Ukraine to take the side of Putin and Russia. u24.gov.ua

submitted 3 days ago • 0 comments

NGL I'm very tempted today to give up everything and move to Ukraine where they are fighting FOR democracy and not shitting all over it. I've never been more embarrassed to be an American.

submitted 3 days ago • 1 comment

These fucking clowns are an utter disgrace to our country. Zelensky is a hero for not punching both these asshats lights out. Sickening. 🤬😡

submitted 4 days ago • 2 comments

I ordered this book immediately after hearing @katherinestewart.bsky.social speak about what's happening in our country on Sam Harris's podcast, and I read through the introduction on my lunch break. I'm eager to read it cover to cover.

submitted 4 days ago • 3 comments

The fallen remnants of Bava Nisos await... And you'll get to begin diving into its secrets on March 11.

submitted 5 days ago • 1 comment

We're looking to hire a mid-level or senior Writer and Narrative Designer to work on Fallen London. Full time, permanent, remote! Full spec and details of how to apply: www.failbettergames.com/jobs/writer-...

submitted 6 days ago • 40 comments

🧐👻😣

submitted 5 days ago • 3 comments

Seven hells, this industry just can't go one week without another massive firestorm whipping through and torching hope for the future. Sending my thoughts and well wishes to everyone who has been impacted by these closures. 😰

submitted 6 days ago • 2 comments

Shit...we slipped into the mirror universe! This explains so much...

submitted 7 days ago • 1 comment

In the light of next layoffs in the industry please share the openings of @CDPROJEKTRED with your chooms -- we are recruiting for few teams: #TheWitcherIV, sequel to #Cyberpunk2077 (codename Orion), our new IP (codename Hadar), and more! Join us ❤️ www.cdprojektred.com/en/jobs

submitted 13 days ago • 7 comments

So, is it just a contest to see how unqualified a candidate they can find to staff critical government positions? RIP FBI. Now being co-run by a conspiracy nut and a troglodyte. What a fucking joke.

submitted 7 days ago • 2 comments

I get that they claim they are doing this to "troll the libs" but that's no different to me than going out and using the n-word to "troll the libs." At no point does the intention here matter: act like a Nazi, we will assume you're a Nazi.

submitted 10 days ago • 1 comment

Thank you neighbors. ❤️🍁🇨🇦

submitted 10 days ago • 0 comments

In case you were wondering what you can do to send a message:

submitted 10 days ago • 0 comments

An absolute must read (it's long, but worth every moment) if you have the stomach to endure the ugliest truths. Congress must act. claireberlinski.substack.com/p/impeach-hi...

submitted 12 days ago • 1 comment

I've been struggling to put into words my utter disgust & frustration at the way Democrats have become the "beta cucks" that Trump's tech bro oligarchy refers to them as. They're barely putting up a fight while pleading for more donations. This article sums it up. www.thenation.com/article/poli...

submitted 13 days ago • 0 comments

Hey, so if Musk isn't really working for DOGE, why is anyone listening to him? Shouldn't they simply operate under the (correct) assumption that he is simply giving his uneducated opinion and has no authority?

submitted 13 days ago • 0 comments

On February 17, 2003, I walked into the small office of an unknown game studio named Arenanet for the second time. Beginning the day by signing my employment agreement, I then got a "tour" of the two room office space crammed with roughly a dozen people as I nervously introduced myself to the team.

submitted 14 days ago • 3 comments

Tulsi Gabbard straight up going for MCU villainess Valentina Allegra de Fontaine's look. What is even happening right now?!

submitted 20 days ago • 0 comments

Excited to get this update into our player's hands. It'll be my first "official" release since rejoining the team near the end of 2024 (I helped 🗡️🦟🪲 on the last one).

submitted 21 days ago • 1 comment

Who else will be uninstalling Tubi today? I mean kudos that I didn't experience any major hiccups while streaming the big game, which beat Netflix live streaming the Tyson fight, but I really, really don't need yet another streaming service in my life. 😮‍💨

submitted 22 days ago • 1 comment

JD Vance straight up proving he has conveniently "forgotten" about the judicial branch playing a pivotal role in checking the power of the other two branches of government.

submitted 23 days ago • 2 comments