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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Time travel IS very cool! I hope you've played Chrono Trigger, and if you haven't, I hope you add it to your bucket list - it's an absolutely magnificent game!

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Oh HELL yes! What a game! Have you played the sequel!?

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

I'll accept that as long as we can agree that Sonic 2 is the best game if for no other reason than Chemical Plant Zone's theme.

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Officially a Top 100 player this patch. Probably won't be in the morning, but gonna try to continue to climb this streak. Feeling good about hitting a new high. @leyline-games.bsky.social , love the game! I'll have to make some newer vids, but for gameplay, check out www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

A "New Run" Screen for the game Guildrun, an Roguelite Autobattler currently in Demo. The bright red 6 in the center of the screen outlines that the current win streak of the player of the account is: "6" wins on "The Red Rift" difficulty.

On the rightmost side of the screen is the Global Ranking, showing that 6 puts the user at exactly Rank 100 of all players who are playing the game.

At the bottom of the screen is a button: "Start Game," along with a panel showcasing the accumulated Boss Tokens.

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

It's amazing. You'd think that, given how most of the people I know who are anti-Union are devoid of brains, hearts, and/or courage... That they'd listen to a friend of Dorothy. Weird.

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Lizzy For Democracy @lizzy2016.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Speaking the obvious outlaid. We know he only cares about his own wealth. Release ALL the Epstein files and impeach DJT.

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

We can't singularly carry the torch. But collectively we can banish any darkness. Shine on, shine bright, and never forget to thank others for the warmth of their flame. His own may be extinguished, but my flame will burn with the radiance of his until I too pass on. May we all have that impact.

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Embrace your worth. Embrace yourself. You deserve peace. You deserve space. You deserve to breathe. And you taking up that space? Doesn't detract from others' lives: it can add to them immeasurably. When we step into full recognition of our and others' humanity? The world becomes brighter. /15

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

But if there's any request I have, it's this: Please. Please understand how much of a light you carry with you; how much it impacts others; how much brightness you add to the lives of, little doubt, so many people... just by doing the small things. It's not insignificant. It is everything. /14

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

To the many who have thusfar held myself and my family in their hearts, and to any who do so going forward: thank you. I really do appreciate the good vibes, the check-ins. And I really will be okay; I'm just... not, right now. /13

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

The Coroner's has yet to be concluded or published, but there's no signs of foul play, at least from early police reports. Tomorrow, there'll be a viewing at the Mortuary. Friday, he'll be cremated. "For from the dust you were created and to the dust you shall return." /12

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

I don't want to suggest his death wasn't a surprise: he had heart issues, culminating in an aortic dissection a few years back. But it came suddenly. He was out at a bar, drinking with friends and roommates, and the next day his body was discovered: he'd collapsed on his walk home. /11

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Our last conversation was actually about Union work, since his contract with OPEIU was up for renegotiation; he and I were a lot alike (and a lot different) in many ways. But he was one of the most accepting, understanding people I knew. /10

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

He worked with kids as an afterschool counselor; as a yard supervisor when he wasn't working another job; and primarily worked in hospitality as a server / house manager, or in the medical industry as a lab technician, where he was a Shop Steward for his Union. He just wanted to help people. /9

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

And I'm not a fool; he wasn't an Angel; he wasn't more than human. But he was beautifully, beautifully human. And he recognized, first and foremost, the humanity of others - it's the primary reason, I think, that he walked through life as he did: /8

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Not quiet, but peace. He got along with everyone he met, unless they turned out to be assholes. And even then, he was the sort of person that, if someone stole his wallet, his response probably would have been: "Well, that sucks, but they probably really needed it more than I did." /7

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Occasionally, he'd take the limelight during a round of Karaoke - his booming Bass/Baritone voice and capacity to rap were... unprecedented. But mostly, he highlighted, in this world, how little flash and pizazz actually matter in comparison to the pleasantry of the mundane... of peace. /6

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

He'd be the one checking in on you at a party; asking if you needed a break on a hike; pushing you for one rep more at the gym; washing dishes unprompted after Thanksgiving dinner; or (twist his arm) pouring another shot / grabbing another beer for the group. /5

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

But my heart? Man... it's stubborn. And in a way, I know it's going to win. Because his was the kind of light in this world that isn't easily snuffed by him no longer being around. His was the one you could always find; not booming or dramatic (though he could be at times): soft, and reliable. /4

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

She nor I (nor anyone else in my family) is a stranger to grief... but grief is funny; it comes sometimes on a whim. I'm not sure what stage of it I'm really on. Obviously depression, but... there's a lot of anger, too... and in a way, acceptance. I know he's gone. Or at least, my brain does. /3

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

I spent hours in bed crying. Last week, at the end of my stream, I mentioned "going to see my brother" - it was the first time I would since I left for Final Three Con in D.C. I was in Chicago when I received the call from my mom; this is the second son she's had to bury. /2

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Apologies to everyone expecting a stream today. I've informed a few of you thusfar, but I think it's important to just... fill everyone in. My brother died a couple weeks ago. And while I've tried to maintain my schedule and keep positive since, today just... hit really hard. /1

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

We will always be four. Your present state is about as insignificant to the proof of that truth as your life and your impact on others was the opposite; it just means it's our turn, truly, to carry the light you brought, until we join you ourselves. www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/52298/...

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We Are Seven

“Two of us in the church-yard lie, My sister and my brother; And, in the church-yard cottage, I Dwell near them with my mother.” “You say that two at…

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Just finished the first fantastic game~ If you're not following @evilbutlerinc.bsky.social on YouTube, click the link below and do so! You won't want to miss this game! m.youtube.com/@EvilButlerInc

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We play games. A project of Evil Butler Productions LLC

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

About to go shoot live-play videos of the Finalist scripts for the Three-for-Three Ring Circus Script-writing Contest @nocturnegaming.bsky.social is running at @final3con.bsky.social ! Why yes, Red, Green, and Lavender ARE some of my favorite colors, why do you ask?

A picture of a very happy (and probably sleep-deprived) Etreides, complete with rainbow and silver dragon-scale hand-coverings.

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Hanging out at the gorgeous @georgiaaquarium.bsky.social during this stay in Atlanta. I was this many days old when I found out the difference between Sharks and Rays.

A picture of assorted rays and fish swimming in a tank at the Georgia Aquarium.

A picture of assorted rays and fish swimming in a tank at the Georgia Aquarium.

A Whale Shark can be seen deeper in the waters, massively dwarfing any of the other fish present.

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Also, this is definitely the first post I've put up regarding this matter...

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

My favorite part of Decepta Con so far has been people asking me "so, how much Clocktower have you played?" Only a few games. Obviously I still have a lot to experience.

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Final day of bargaining... this one is going to be rough, but... as long as both parties can come together in pursuit of the same overall goal, I know we can succeed. Wish me luck; see you all on Sunday!

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Conflict doesn't have to be scary. And indeed, those that would call on us to avoid it? Are ultimately just asking for a sort of blind obedience or compliance that is, frankly, terrifying. And what is primarily holding us back from collectively fashioning a world that is more equitable for ALL.

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Well, so long as we all are individuals with our own thoughts and pursuits, and not drones of some large hive-mind. /6

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

This is a big part of why it is necessary to grow comfortable with conflict. Not violence; not hostility; but CONFLICT - that is: the intersection of opposing viewpoints, that requires a bit of navigation to ultimately resolve (ideally through compromise). It is a necessary part of humanity. /5

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

It is impossible and unreasonable for us, or anyone, to please absolutely everyone else, with any decision we make. And indeed, that should never be the goal: pursuit of that, in earnest, would only ever end in ultimate self-sacrifice. And while COMPROMISE is noble... sacrifice? Is not. /4

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

It is absolutely reasonable for us to have disagreement on certain issues, but the crux of working through those issues cannot depend on how someone FEELS more than it depends on how someone is IMPACTED. The former is ethereal; and highly subjective. The latter is tangible, and more objective. /3

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

We have got to, on the left, stop being led primarily by emotional appeals when it comes to individuals who don't give a DAMN about considering the impact of decisions when it comes to anyone else but themselves. /2

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

It's incredibly frustrating being on the receiving end of literally just... insult and dehumanization from people who are Anti-Union... And for their framing themselves as "meek," "unheard," "misunderstood" as a means of encouraging others to put aside their own interests when voting. /1

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

Thanks for the shout out! Was a pleasure discovering another Rabbit and Steel enjoyed! Someday, I hope to be at your level, but my visual brain gets a bit overwhelmed while playing~ Hope you have a great 2026!

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Is the theme of this Holiday season "Horrible Remixes of Classic Christmas Songs"? I'm not a huge fan of "Simply Having a Wonderful Christmastime," having worked in Retail and Food Service... But at least it wasn't just... bad *innately*

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

Not a problem! Heading to bed, but feel free to send something my way; I'll respond in the morning!

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

I do have an email listed in my profile, but here works just as well!

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Blue Wave @votebiue.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Trump, five days apart. A pathological liar.

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

Solidarity forever! Support these lovely folx by not crossing picket lines! No scabs! #NoContractNoCoffee !

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Psst. Psst. I know you know me for Blood on the Clocktower content... But my Bachelor's degree isn't in board gaming, or content creation. It WAS, however, in Literary and Language analysis. So if you like a mix of Philosophy and Poetry? Check this out: youtu.be/0StXYtwZlas?...

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On Distance and Relationships: Et-READ-ies (ep 2) | Poetry meets Philosophy

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

After a week and hard work and sleep deprivation, why not continue our adventures in Baldur's Gate III? We'll be back live on Twitch starting at around... 9pm PDT? Who knows? I land right around 7:00pm. Anything could happen! Come find us at twitch.tv/aetreides !

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Bargaining with my company these next few days, so no Midweek Stream today, but @thekillerqueenamy.bsky.social will be running a Donathon to help support The Walk to End Lupus during the normal stream time! Make sure to check them out over at twitch.tv/thekillerqueenamy ~!

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

I wonder... have American Conservatives finally reached... A Turning Point?

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Etreides @etreides.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Feeling a bit under the weather, so I'm canceling stream today. I'll be back Friday, though, with more Baldur's Gate III Honor Mode action!

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