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chaoticanwriter.bsky.social
TTRPG geek. Writer. Blogger. Left. LGBTQIA+ Ally. No-AI Art. Minneapolis, MN. I host a website about TTRPGs , worldbuilding, and storytelling. Check us out @ https://chaoticanwriter.com.
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Also, don't forget to check out (and sign up to) the "Build a Better World TTRPG Jam", hosted by The Lost Bay discord server. @thelostbaystudio.com ... Live through June 21st! itch.io/jam/build-a-...

Make sure to check out SLAY to WIN, a fantasy roleplaying card game of monster hunting glory by @nerdburgercraig.bsky.social! www.kickstarter.com/projects/158...

Hi, I'm Celeste! I'm looking for work as a Developmental Editor, Copy Editor, and / or Proofreader for * Books * TTRPG * D&D You can see my Carrd (celestets.carrd.co), my resume (ladyazulina.notion.site/Resume-CV-14...), or write me at celestetavarezsantana at gmail dot com 📭

Greetings TTRPG Community, Dungeon Delve issue #19 just dropped, and we highlight Knock!, Slay to Win, Building a Better World Game Jam, and more! ... Plus TTRPG bundles, and recent news! chaoticanwriter.substack.com/p/dungeon-de...

In case you missed it, Dungeon Delve issue 18 dropped! I created a d100 table for fantasy TTRPGs. Plus, weekly news from the TTRPG scene, RPG deals, awesome blog posts by other creators, and more! chaoticanwriter.substack.com/p/dungeon-de...

Greetings TTRPG community, and fellow stream watchers. Worldbuilding Wednesdays is now live! Time to open up some map making tools, and build a starter town! A new campaign (IRL) awaits. www.twitch.tv/chaotican_wr...

This #MondayFunday, we come with a reminder... a reminder that our Kickstarter has only three days to go! Are you a fan of dark and demonic #TTRPGs? Games with tons of character options? Then go check Hellborn out! www.kickstarter.com/projects/stu...

Its Tuesday, TTRPG Community! Dungeon Delve issue 18 is LIVE! ... This week, I showcase my new a d100 city encounter table. Also, we highlight Star the Fire, Defy the Gods, Trump tariffs on the industry, and some great theory articles! chaoticanwriter.substack.com/p/dungeon-de...

Me: I'm a stupid idiot and I don't have any thoughts to share. Friend: Hey what do you think about this TTRPG mechanic? Me:....(deep breath)...how long do you have?

Pixabay has become a slop-fest, and completely unusable as a stock image site since people started flooding it with generative AI. So, for the bloggers, writers, journalists, and article posters,... what are your top stock image sites?

Are you a DM running a game for new players? Are you a new player yourself? Or does your mind draw a blank when it's time to level up? The Visual Class Guides are a series of intuitive, easy-to-digest guides to the D&D classes. 3 so far! www.dmsguild.com/product/5163... #dnd #dnd5e #ttrpg

JUST PUBLISHED! A new random encounter table for city-based and urban environments in fantasy TTRPGs like Dungeons and Dragons, Pathfinder, and more! Available on the site, and as a FREE PDF download. chaoticanwriter.com/d100-city-en...

In case you missed it, Dungeon Delve #17 dropped and front and center this week: the Indie Groundbreaker Award winners. Plus RPG sales, and the TTRPG publishers pushing back against Trump Tariffs. Subscribe for more indie RPG news!

Solid evening at DaveCon getting my first dive into Mythcraft TTRPG. ... Threw be back to what I enjoyed before DnD5e, polished and packaged into a new game.

Its Wednesday, and its time .... to *decompress*?? Tonight, I'm streaming modded Minecraft, talking about TTRPG news, and vibing with any and everyone who pops in to say "Hello!" Mental health AMA, social chill, and everything else! www.twitch.tv/chaotican_wr...

BTW, 50% off all #TTRPGs at Calenmir's RPGs through the end of May. Happy Easter! Official site: www.calenmirsrpgs.com/shop Itch: calenmirs-rpgs.itch.io DriveThruRPG: www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher...

Greetings, TTRPG Community! Dungeon Delve issue #17 is live, and we highlight the winners of the Indie Groundbreaker Awards @igdn-official.bsky.social . Plus, a growing lawsuit against the Trump admin over tariff damages, RPG deals, game advice, and more! open.substack.com/pub/chaotica...

Holla TTRPG Community! In case you missed it, Dungeon Delve issue #16 dropped. DD is a weekly free newsletter about TTRPGs (mostly indie), sharing recent news, along with links to free resources, awesome articles on game mastering, and more! Subscribe!!! ☺️ open.substack.com/pub/chaotica...

Chrono Trigger Super Mario Bros 3 Secret of Evermore XCom: UFO Defense GTA San Andreas

Its Wednesday! ... Another glorious return to the stream! Tonight, we dig into some recent TTRPG news, Dungeons and Dragons resources, take a gander through Itch.io, and dig into some upcoming events in the RPG scene! Come on in, and sit a spell! www.twitch.tv/chaotican_wr...

A choose-your-path solo-journaling game for all-ages that explores themes of self-discovery, curiosity, and friendship... Pre-orders for A Construct's Nature close in <1 week, so make sure to reserve your copy now to lock in campaign pricing! Visit the pre-order store here: tinyurl.com/44h9mx5d

Issue #16 of Dungeon Delve is live! More TTRPG gameable and design links, and providing a bit of attention to @thoughtpunks.com new heist shenanigans game seeking crowdfunding. chaoticanwriter.substack.com/p/dungeon-de...

Its noteworthy (but not surprising) that the Dungeons and Dragons viewership has decreased since the pandemic, even to levels lower than before 2020. Meanwhile, Tabletop RPG viewership has a net increase from a minuscule start. Both now have a similar channel-to-viewer ratio.

A comparison of Twitch viewership trends between Dungeons and Dragons and Tabletop RPGs over the past few years. Note the blue lines are using different scales despite the visual. The number on the left is monthly viewers, and the right is number of channels.

Fantastic! Adding to next weeks edition of Dungeon Delve.

Chaotican Writer has officially become an LLC filed with the State of Minnesota!

Filled out! Deny not your tabletop and board game comrades the glory of feedback!

Only 54 hours left to back the song of the swamp witch! www.kickstarter.com/projects/mcn... #ttrpgdesign #indiedev #indiegame #dnd #ttrpg #4d6 #d6

Morning, TTRPG community. In this issue, we present Black Lillies, a fourth level 5E adventure available for download, by @ciaraerenai.bsky.social! ... Pay What You Want! chaoticanwriter.substack.com/p/dungeon-de...

This bundle is a no-brainer if you love indie TTRPGs, and want to support trans rights!

Greetings TTRPG community! New issue of Dungeon Delve! Tariffs will mean devastating impacts on the tabletop gaming industry. Key articles within! Also, Black Lillies, a fourth level 5e adventure is available for download! @ciaraerenai.bsky.social chaoticanwriter.substack.com/p/dungeon-de...

Pondering this meme, and while it def calls me out... the third one is a topic I've discussed with my therapist. Whether it's an AuDHD quirk or more common behavior, I realize it's not simply to process thoughts that bother me or blow off steam, but is a protectionist problem solving ritual. 1/2

Most game shops that stay active round my city (Minneapolis) base the most of their business on TCGs, board games, and tabletop wargaming, and they service a neighborhood of regular visitors. Some are game halls w/ food and play space. While they sell, none use TTRPGs as their flagship product.

I'm sitting here at a goth industrial dance club in the upstairs lounge area, sinking into my gummies and tequila vibe and sinking into my chair, when someone comes up to me and asks "Want a girl scout cookie?" Caramel deLites. Hell yeah!

I have indeed made my late 30s a one horse town. ... And that horses name,... ... is pen-and-paper roleplaying games

So, what gave you the courage to step forward and start your journey as a TTRPG game creator? I'd love to hear your story.

This is an absolute mine field for mistakes, delays, and other inconveniences that could tank plans for the high-stakes market of TTRPG publishing.

You all meet in an antique bookshop... #art #ttrpg

Indeed! ... My blood must be at least 90% bone broth before I'm properly sated.

Public service announcement. The wasps are coming...

Fantastic! Magic items, mysterious NPCs, and plenty of other prompts fit for a large array of TTRPGs. Great stuff!