Fishmonger Rebellion
I didn’t set out to write 3000 words about a tax revolt that ended with a rain of fish, but that’s what happened. Read at world Anvil Facebook Twitter Reddit Tumblr Email
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Reading Tolkien Is Like Gaming With A Bad GM
My first attempt to read Tolkien was in middle school, when I read the first book in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. I didn’t want to finish it, but I’d picked it for a book report or something and by the time I realized I didn’t like it, it was too late to switch…
Monster of the Week: The Rock Demon
Also Known As: Stone Demon, Gargoyle Description: Rock demons are humanoid creatures made out of stone, but size and appearance varies considerably from one creature to the next, as does the specific type of stone they’re made from. They range from crude, primitive figures to elaborately carved gargoyles and statues. Facebook Twitter Reddit Tumblr…
Tuesday Table: Monster Death Scenes
“I think I should warn you all, when a vampire bites it, it’s never a pretty sight. No two blood suckers go out the same way. Some yell and scream, some go quietly, some explode, some implode. But, all will try and take you with them.”–Edgar Frog Facebook Twitter Reddit Tumblr Email
Archetype of the Week: The Fool
The fool is a comic relief character who makes the audience laugh by consistently making bad decisions, ignoring social boundaries, and generally acting absurdly. While some fools actively try to be funny, many are blissfully unaware of their shortcomings and flaws. Most fools are good-natured or too inept to be a threat to anyone but…
Cinemechanix Design Journal: More Changes Than That Bowie Song
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The Con Man
The Con Man specializes in finding people who want something for nothing and giving them nothing for something. When most people think of a con man, they imagine a ruthless criminal who steals money from little old ladies. While this is sometimes the case, the little old ladies aren’t always blameless. In addition to exploiting…
Khezvaros Cartography Part 2
Note: This is part 2 of a continuing series (currently on part 7 for patrons). I’m making an old post public each time I make a new one for patrons (so when Part 8 goes up, Part 3 will go public). If you don’t want to wait, become a patron! You can find out more…
Review: Dark Dungeons: The Movie
I feel like I need to start with some disclosures. I first played Dungeons & Dragons in something like fourth grade and have been a gamer ever since. Hell, I even started a game company. I’ve also been fascinated by Jack Chick for at least 20 years. I have a binder full of Chick comics…