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Today is Truth and Reconciliation Day in Canada, or Orange Shirt Day. It commemorates the genocide against indigenous peoples through the residential school system and the children who died in the system. Colonialism is ongoing but only be acknowledging the harm it does can tomorrow be better.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 17h

TTRPG brain tonight cos it's going to get very spicy soon. Without giving away too much its very possible a TPK may by on the cards - but unlike a "oops we all died" this would be properly climactic and cool. Let us hope everyone gets what they want!

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

One day I should get back into Dwarf Fortress but it is hard and I am bad. It is really fun tho. Also I hope next stream my ISP doesn't decide times up :/

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Todays random thought is what if I am able to do the move before Christmas? Do I postpone it or just have a weird distance Christmas? My partner and I don't do anything crazy for it anyway so its probably not a big deal.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

I finally got some more info! Lots of stuff about working in museums back in the UK and possibly doing another Masters for it. And my friend has even offered to set up a meeting, as well as introduce me to a contact who is a lecturer and works with museums! I see the path now!

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

I need to socialise more. Specifically with friends. I already have at least 1 invite for when I move to go out for coffee, haha. That's more socialising than I've done in 14 years oof.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

More applications submitted and I am writing the final communique to my parents regarding moving. I am still waiting on some information but me telling them might be the last of it (depending on reaction). Needless to say I'm taking the week to get all my thoughts into it.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Have applied for a position at Oxford, its very low grade so maybe we get lucky... I always feel icky applying to Oxford tho, I know it will do wonders for my career but it still feels gross. But gotta think of short term uncomfiness for long term yay.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

So if with the possibility of doing museum masters instead of teaching I am pondering which sounds better. One the one hand teaching is simplest, on the other museums lets me continue my research... And I do like my research... *pondering continues*

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

We wait... In the mean time I found a tutor position to apply to that having taught in Canada might actually help me with. I just need to get my cover letter to say what I want.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

More jobs applied more waiting for word. Imagine if I didn't have to do that how much energy I'd have for the other stuff I need to do in life.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Once I move home I am officially going to start having holidays again. I haven't had one since I was 19 (this was a long time ago XD). I will go to Warhammer World :D

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

This is just a pure joy post: DWARF LAND BOAT AHOY! *Thank you for sharing in this moment*

Warhammer Dwarf miniature in the shape of a boat throne ploughing through the earth on magic.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

As moving back to the UK comes closer and actually more of a real thing than a pipe dream its just making me dwell a lot on what home is. There's no conclusion to this thought just introspection *sighs wistfully*

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Toronto was swampy as usual - but we got Japanese food which was very delicious as usual. Still waiting on answers the anticipation is killing me XD

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Gotta go do stuff in Toronto td bleh. Also have found a job posting to help edit local histories fingers crossed for me!

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

So chatting with friends back home - museum work might be another direction to teaching. So many options I need more info haha!

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Very positive email from back home, going to take a few days for all the info to come back my way but positive first steps! It was a "Where do u see yourself in 5 years" type of deal and I can answer that for the first time since I started Uni 14 years ago...

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

The big post is done, emails are written and just need to be sent. Also I am doing some Daggerheart TTRPG tomorrow! So its all go in brain land. I wonder what not having to have a busy head feels like XD

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

In positive news everything going on forced me to do some painting which is nice. Also got everything written on the big post now I just need to make sure I didn't forget anything. Hopefully emailing a few friends and family back in the UK this weekend to get planning moving more!

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The trials continue XD got another email today this was a doozy: 50% made up 50% actual easily provable lying. We've gone from stalling to just blocking. Apparently they were mad at my sibling but regardless I am pressing on assuming they won't help now. Which sucks and is rough but we persevere!

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Got a response today it was more questions, so they are dutifully answered and we keep going. I want to make sure this move is done right and its not a rash/run away situation. Also trying to word everything about the move in the smallest amount of ledditing is taxing on the brain XD

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Well it's now fully in the wild as I announced the big move on stream. Now I just have to type out a full explanation and see if it should be a video or not. (It probably won't be). Still bo response from family..m

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

So the reason parents haven't given me an answer yet on support is because they have a new dog. This doesn't really explain why they can't answer but it does feel like being stalled. Maybe soon *tm*?

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Alasdair Beckett-King @misterabk.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

It would be wrong to speculate about the political leanings of those men in black shirts.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

No real life update today, its the weekend so I am just waiting on replies. However the UN passed a resolution to adopt the Equal Earth projection map which is super nice! Anyone who is mad at this really needs to get a grip FYI.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Book is moving to production next week so I should be able to announce an actual release date soon tm. They are happy with everything so thats one relief at least. I just gotta hold on long enough for it to come out cos it will improve job hunting... but thats months away.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

This is fun daily updating! So its now been identified that doing a fact finding mission to the UK would make most sense before moving their permanently. Which I 100% agree with, now we find out if they help. Also in the mean time I will have to magic money for just rent/food. But there is movement!

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

No matter how stressful moving will be. I just wanna say now how much I appreciate everyone. And more than that I've never had so many people in my life enjoying the prospect of me being somewhere... thank you all.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Hog's teaching escapades continued! My parents did not respond to the email they requested! So I presume they want to ignore the issue. Which is the response I expected and kind of hardens me to school in UK is best option. Anyone need a roommate in a few months XD

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Well, chat occurred, no answers yet. BUT they weren't mad so its a plus. But the reasons they tried as to why moving back to the UK was a bad idea all made it seem like a way better idea... I think I'm fairly certain I know what I need to do, I just don't know where the money comes from to do it...

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

I speak to my parents tm night about if they want to support teacher training back home in the UK. If they do the right thing guess I have to start planning a move... this is going to be something...

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

We're renaming things :) So I fixed the United States of Vespucci for u all. Its gonna be hard to get some of those abbreviations right, but not our problem :)

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

If I catch anyone calling Lake Ontario or the Gulf of Mexico any other English name u getting banned. Not from my twitch chat, from the universe.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

We're very close on a decision. I've now costed out teaching certification in Canada and the UK and for the amount of time it will have to take it looks like it will be cheaper to reestablish residency back home. While I do want to go home the realisation its the best path forward is still big feels

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Back to job news - I have learned that Canadian teachers have to pay an annual fee to maintain their certification. Its really hard for me to see that as a valid choice for jobs. Even if Ontario was actually hiring which is isn't. Pls someone just higher me as a Jr lecturer I beg. I want to go home.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Dear Americans, in case you have not seen because your media censors it. The demands against Canada included: 1) Control over Canada's trade policy 2) Control over Canada's minerals 3) Removal of language laws protecting the French language in a bilingual country On behalf of Francophones: Tabernac!

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

I still haven't been rejected from the last round of job applications (but pretty sure they filled them so I didn't get them). So yeah the job hunting nightmare continues and of course money gets thin. Sorry for internet rant, I will continue to keep chin up the best I can.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

In today's fun world, I related too much to a friend and now my mind is consumed by gender thoughts. That's my evening sorted I guess.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Update: the terrifying monster from the deep fight did in fact not go well. But at least we have that nice loot table I rolled up!

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

A party member has asked to go back to a crash site where an ancient and terrible creature lurks. But at least I rolled up a lovely loot table if they survive! Also it's underwater.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Vague posting: Maybe TTRPG day td but alas we might be down to two players which makes it kinda hard. One day I might just have to stop DMing so people don't assume I'm just going to infinitely reset a campaign they lost interest in.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

It's about time I did a pinned post. Hi my name is Seren but everyone calls me Hog (short for Hogmatix). I am a regularly unemployed Historian! (Yes I am a Dr, no I can't help you with that boil) I stream when I can and love talking about most stuff with most people! I put links in bio. Creoso! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏳️‍⚧️🇨🇦

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

You know how lovers of the "Economy" blame inflation for all our problems. Its almost like a group of people made their numbers massive but its not actually worth that and never has been - almost like... their numbers are inflated... Yes Billionaires are responsible for inflation. :)

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

First applications sent in using British words for my jobs instead of North American - so a Tutor and not a TA. Fingers crossed it makes a difference - also its stupid if it makes a difference.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

You ever realise that the people who established the plantation/slavery economy in the seventeenth century are the same people running our world now? In some cases literally the same families! Existing in a world only for the creation of "number go up" really is the end logic of it all isn't it.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

I am so relieved - book is now progressing again.

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

He's literally "man that shouts at clouds".

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Hogmatix @hogmatix.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Why is it that governments can pass every kind of restriction of children's freedom they like but the idea of restricting an adult from exploiting their dependency is unthinkable? Cos I would think upsetting 5 rich billionaires would lose you less votes than everyone currently under 18?

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