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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Hey, I'm in this tonight, too! Join me on Happy Jacks RPG Advice Show as we answer mailbag questions about gaming and RPGs. Grab your drink of choice and hang out with us on Twitch!

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Join me on Aug. 1st at Video Vortex DTLA where we're running tables of the Marvel Multiverse RPG to coincide with Spider Man: Brand New Day! Play as your favorite webslinger as you face the Collector and try to escape his gallery! www.eventbrite.com/e/marvel-mul... #marvel #rpg #alamodrafthouse

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Marvel Multiverse RPG @ Video Vortex - Alamo Drafthouse DTLA

Play as your favorite member of the Spider-Man family as you try to escape The Collector.

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Hey Bay Area folks! Does anyone want a freaking TARDIS CLOSET?!?!?! It's being given away for freaking FREE by someone in a local Buy Nothing group (not me). See this post on FB: www.facebook.com/groups/13560...

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Golden Lasso Games @goldenlassogames.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Already have a tarot deck you love? Grab our digital Decuma and get a print-friendly PDF of reference charts that allow you to play Decuma with any traditional deck of tarot cards. #ttrpg goldenlassogames.com...

A picture of the Decuma deck from Golden Lasso Games surrounded by the tarot-inspired cards that make up the deck.

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

D20 Cruise 2027 is sailing from Los Angeles, CA and is now booking! Use code jayafricadm for $200 off! If you'd like to play at my table, request me as your Dungeon Master in your booking notes 😉 Book your adventure at event.cruises/event/d20-cr... April 9–15, 2027 Los Angeles to Mexico and back

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

SF Bay folks, tix are still available for May's D&D event at Alamo Drafthouse New Mission in San Francisco! I'm running the Advanced table and you can snag tix at: www.eventbrite.com/e/dungeons-d... #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #dmlife #alamodrafthouse

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Wasn't able to attend WonderCon this year, but thanks so much to West Coast Adventurers Guild for premiering 2 of my adventures and having me on the writing team for the D&D Epic that ran there last night! #dnd #adventurersleague #rpg #wondercon #dmlife

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Achievement unlocked: My gal completed her first TTRPG campaign! We've been playing Vampire: the Masquerade for the past few months with some friends and wrapped up our final session tonight. My Nosferatu didn't survive, but her Brujah did. #vampirethemasquerade #tabletop #rpg #anchoragebynight

A table set up for a game of Vampire the Masquerade. On it are character sheets, pencils, 10-sided dice, Vampire trading cards, and a glass of red wine.

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Going live with @happyjacksrpg for Neon Nights: A Masks AP! What are our young superheroes going to face today? Catch us on Twitch at www.twitch.tv/happyjacksrpg #happyjacks #masks #newgeneration #tabletop #rpg #actualplay

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

I'm playing in a #Vaessen charity stream, raising funds for @feedingamerica.org New Year’s Eve has come, but something's wrong. The clock won't move past 11:59 pm and written resolutions vanish overnight. Can we solve the mystery? Find out, Dec. 30, 5pm PST on Twitch: share.google/QLdiIKb6mnBa...

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Going live in a half hour with the Clue Subaru Gang! We're playing Things From the Flood, tackling a mystery, and raising funds for @feedingamerica Catch us on Twitch at 5pm PST: share.google/QLdiIKb6mnBa... And contribute to our fundraiser at: tiltify.com/@the-bad-ide...

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Chris Pramas @chrispramas.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

We've launched a GoFundMe campaign so we can defend our property in the Diamond bankruptcy case. The full story is at the link but basically, Diamond is trying to take consignment inventory that they don't own and sell it to pay big creditors. TY for help and shares! www.gofundme.com/f/support-gr...

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Donate to Support Green Ronin in Critical Legal Defense, organized by Nicole Lindroos

My name is Nicole Lindroos, co-owner of Green Ronin Publishing. Diamond … Nicole Lindroos needs your support for Support Green Ronin in Critical Legal Defense

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

#Bluey introduced the term "tactical wee" to me and my family. Oddly enough, one my kids doesn't like the term so we coined a new one: "yellow ops." You're welcome.

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Erin Reed @erininthemorning.com · 20/06/2025

Blocking JD Vance is the only right move to his attempt to troll Bluesky. Don't give him any attention, just block and move on. It's sad that with everything going on in the world, our Vice President has stooped so low as to become an everyday forum troll, but that's where we are now.

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Okay, hear me out: --- COFFEE SODA 1/2 glass cold brew coffee 1/3 glass sparkling water of your choice Ice if you so feel like it Top with cold foam --- #coffee #soda #somethingdifferent #coldrefreshment #caffeine

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

My kids gave me the most awesome card and a sweet, sweet shirt from Nintendo SF for Father's Day. It's true that the apples really don't fall far from the tree 💙 #fathersday #fatherhood #kids #dnd #adventure #legendofzelda #Nintendo

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Last weekend, @darringtonpress.bsky.social and @alamodrafthouse.bsky.social partnered to introduce players to Daggerheart, a new RPG. I got to GM at the Los Angeles event!

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Today is the International Day of Play! Today celebrates the importance of play in everyone's lives--and not just in children's lives. 1/3

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

I used Daggerheart Nexus when I was playtesting and can confirm: it's great, easy to use, and is beautifully designed to boot. Get on it!

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

D&D Adventurers League modules are 25% off on the DMs Guild, including adventures I've published and to which I've contributed. Looking for a story to add to your campaign or play at your AL table? Check my adventures out! www.dmsguild.com/browse.php?k... #dnd #dndal #d20 #tabletop #rpg #dmlife

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Rascal News @rascal.news · 16/05/2025

Brotherwise Games, Evil Hat, and Magpie Games tell Rascal that the 90-day tariff reduction is not only a much-needed breath for a drowning tabletop industry, but also a "maddening" and "a nightmare scenario."

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Latest 90-day tariff reduction is a stay of execution for some tabletop RPG publishers

For others, it’s just smoke from an authoritarian dumpster fire.

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Played a D&D AL game last night! I saw on Warhorn that a college buddy was playing, so I signed up. Despite being friends for almost 30 yrs & playing tons of D&D over the years, we rolled dice together for the first time last night. It was a wonderful session! #dnd #dndal #d20 #tabletop #rpg #dmlife

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Hey folks. I backed the Marvel Multiverse RPG Starter Set a while back and received the finished product some weeks ago. I'm finally breaking it open and--my stars--this set does not disappoint! FYI, I got the deluxe edition which comes w/ some cool add-ons. 1/ #d616 #marvel #tabletop #rpg #gmlife

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

Bookings are open for D20 Cruise 2026! Join us for D&D at sea with our incredible DMs. Meet gamer friends, see new sights, & enjoy all a cruise has to offer. Use code "jayafricadm" to get a discount on your booking! event.cruises/d20-cruise-a... #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #gamer #cruise #dmlife

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Folks, it's the last day to nominate TTRPG creators for the Crit Awards! If you're looking for last-minute nominations, Happy Jacks recently released their FYCs (pictured below). Also find the FYC list here: drive.google.com/file/d/1cwmX... Please consider nominating HJ and its players/GMs!

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Folks! Id love to be nominated for this year's Crit Awards! If you enjoy my work, nominate me (for the categories pictured below) at: www.critawards.org Nominations close on 4/30 so don't miss this opportunity to recognize your favorite folks in the TTRPG sphere 💙 Thanks, all!

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

I gave away a bunch of my Inspiration bracelets and even got a few things back from other folks! Gold coins, a leaf from a Keyleth cosplayer, and a blossom from another costumed fan. #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #dmlife #universalstudios #hollywood #fanfest

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

We ate at Quark's Cafe for Trek-themed fare. Pictured are the Klingon Targ Legs and the Bajoran Hasperat--both of which were delicious--and the Andorian Ale. #startrek #universalstudios #hollywood #fanfest

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Next stop was Back to the Future: Destination Hill Valley. So cool to walk around in the actual set! We saw live recreations of key moments in the film, all played out with bits of audience participation. This was my 2nd favorite attraction of the night! #backtothefuture #universalstudios #fanfest

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Dungeons & Dragons: Secrets of Waterdeep was fantastic! The Xanathar was truly a sight to behold (no pun intended). This was easily my favorite part of the night. #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #dmlife #secretsofwaterdeep #universalstudios #hollywood #fanfest

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Got transported to faraway worlds at Universal Fan Fest Nights over the weekend! I was there for Dungeons & Dragons, of course, but first stop of the evening was Star Trek: Red Alert. So cool to see the bridge of the Enterprise D! #dnd #d20 #dmlife #startrek #redalert #universalstudios #fanfest

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Hey Chicago-area friends! Are you interested in running D&D games for a paid monthly gig? Con/public DM experience required, adventures provided. If interested, please send me a PM. #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #prodm #dmlife

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Of course, what makes the D20 Cruise truly magical are the people... #d20cruise #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #dmlife #gaming #cruise #royalcaribbean

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Got dressed up to perform in the inaugural D20 Cruise improv show on the last day of sailing. It was cool to get to perform in the Voyager of the Seas' big theater, see backstage, and meet the most excellent stage crew. #d20cruise #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #dmlife #gaming #cruise #royalcaribbean

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Docked at Cococay, next to the impressively enormous Icon of the Seas. I didn't have much time to spend onshore but the day was sunny, the waters were warm, and the company was great! ... #d20cruise #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #dmlife #gaming #cruise #royalcaribbean #voyager

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

It was a cloudy morning when we docked at Puerto Plata. That didn't stop us from taking a cab to the beach and going for a swim in Dominican Republic waters, though! ... #d20cruise #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #dmlife #gaming #cruise #royalcaribbean #voyager

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Another D20 Cruise under the belt! I had a great time at sea, catching up with friends, making new ones, and seeing new places. I've been back on land a couple of days now and am catching up with posts. #d20cruise #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #dmlife #gaming #cruise #royalcaribbean #voyageroftheseas

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

Back on U.S. soil. A few DMs and I found a nearby game store and got in a last-minute game! Had a restful 1st leg of travel, saw the Grand Canyon from the air, & boarded my connecting flight in Las Vegas. Ready to be home! #d20cruise #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #dmlife #royalcaribbean #gaming #cruise

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Good morning from Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic! Watching landfall before making my own excursion in town. Hoping to find a good spot to dip my feet into these waters #d20cruise #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #dmlife #royalcaribbean #cruise #puertoplata #dominicanrepublic🇩🇴 #traveller

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

On my way to DM on the 2025 D20 Cruise. 1st leg done! Just made the weight limit on my one checked bag and got a row all to myself. Got a new patch for my jacket too, from @dodecadonuts.bsky.social! . . . #d20cruise #dnd #tabletop #rpg #royalcaribbean #gamingatsea #voyageroftheseas #proDM

Photo of an airport baggage scale, reading "50.0 lb"

A Southwest airplane boarding at a gate in Bob Hope Airport in Burbank, CA

Jay giving a thumbs-up, sitting in an airplane with a row all to himself

A patch depicting the eidolon statue on the cover of the D&D 1st edition Players Handbook, surrounded by the phrase "I survived the Satanic Panic"

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Words can't express my admiration for @chrisperkinsdnd.bsky.social Thank you so much for all the lessons you taught, the inspiration you gave, and the wonderful stories you've told these past years. May your world after D&D be just as magical as the worlds you created for it.

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

Hey folks! Going live in just a few minutes playing super-powered kids on the run in EXTRA ORDINARY A TRRPG about found family, trauma, and kids with strange powers #happyjacks #ttrpg #gamer #powers #foundfamily

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

So excited to watch Cambodian Rock Band! I've wanted to see this show for a long time. Glad to finally catch it at one of my favorite theatre companies in L.A. . #eastwestplayers #denguefever #cambodianrockband #theatre #live #performance #dtla #ilovela #SupportTheArts

A photo of the marquee at East West Players, which reads "Cambodian Rock Band" under which it's a photo of the theater's stage, set up with musical instruments as of for a rock concert

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 16/03/2025

If you're in #dtla #littletokyo and looking for nice sets of metal #dice, check out the street vendor on 2nd Street between Los Angeles and Alameda for $10 sets of standard #RPG seven.

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

I'm in this! Looking forward to playing Brutus, a space circus stagehand/brawl-happy hippo person. Join us and see what trouble our spacefaring crew gets into! #dnd #d20 #tabletop #rpg #spelljammer #gamer #dmlife

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Jes the human @jesthehuman.itch.io · 15/01/2025

Hey friends! Check out our @charittrpgs.bsky.social tiltify fundraiser supporting the LA wildfire response from @projecthopeorg.bsky.social we’ve got character art, dice, minis, and more! donate.tiltify.com/a84103af-1d5...

This is a 7 piece set of orange dice. There are black swirls

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Jay Africa @jayafrica.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

The Kickstarter for The Complete Guide to Jousting 5E is ending soon. It's got cool mounts, fun backgrounds, new magic items, and truly fantastic artwork. Don't miss out on backing this one! www.kickstarter.com/projects/kef... #dnd #d20 #ttrpg #kefastudios #fantasy #jousting #kickstarter #dmlife

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Alphastream @alphastream.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

Is Anything Better than D&D Bologna? For decades, D&D bologna has been the high water mark for D&D. Mustering (mustarding?) my best journalistic qualities, I investigate possible challengers and share the new champion of D&D branding! www.youtube.com/watch?v=37yc... #DnD #ttrpg

Teos takes a huge bite out of a sandwich he humorously claims contains '80s D&D branded lunch meats.

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