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Wilds Devlog #2 - Basics, SRD

Wilds Devlog #2 - Basics, SRD

I recently wrote about starting the process of creating a game with an AI that I named named Dav. I have since continued with that project, though leaving Dav behind (sorry, robo-pal), having only utilized them during the initial concept phase while my brain was foggy from having covid. Dav and...
4th Aug 2022
When the party has trouble committing

When the party has trouble committing

Buying through an affiliate link supports Bug & Claw. More information Note: For any of my players in the Smelly Quest campaign (hey that's what they call themselves) be aware that this post has spoilers! The problems At the start of the pandemic, a group of friends approached me wanting me t...
24th Jul 2022
What's in my kit?

What's in my kit?

Main kit This is a snapshot of my current main TTRPG kit for solo gaming and for when I DM. I add to and remove from this as needed, but overall, these are the things I grab. So, what are you seeing, and why is it part of my kit? Hand-crafted, magnet-closing dice tray Standard polyhedral...
22nd Jul 2022
Making games with an AI named Dav - Wilds Devlog #1

Making games with an AI named Dav - Wilds Devlog #1

A week ago a couple of my best friends and I went for dinner and caught covid. Since then, my brain-meat has been working at less than optimal capacity. While I took at least one day to sleep almost 18 hours straight, after that I was struggling to sit still and unproductive. I've been trying differ...
7th Jul 2022
Saltmarsh Adventure Generator

Saltmarsh Adventure Generator

Saltmarsh and the surrounding areas are ripe for extended exploration, adventure, and storytelling. Why stop at the Ghosts of Saltmarsh when you can spin up new adventures filled with peril, mystery, and treasure! You can roll three d20s on this table to quickly spin up an idea for a new adventure...
17th May 2022
The Dance

The Dance

Five, ten, maybe twenty bright red birds flew past the window, followed a split second later by a few stragglers. Out of sight almost as quickly as they'd have been noticed. It had been months since we had seen any meaningful activity, spending our time exploring the strange new lands from an airshi...
10th May 2022