JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 10/09/2026I want to make a TTRPG that plays like Big Walk. Finished playing with some friends a couple weeks ago and haven't stopped thinking about it! Having a chill experience that asks you to find new ways to communicate is really cool and feels like it could be an amazing tabletop game somehow. 2210
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 09/09/2026LOVE this. Instant sign-up. Would be interested to hear how people organize their shelves too! 150
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 08/09/2026LOVE these monthly/daily prompt lists. The only one I ever finished had me drawing 31 NPCs for a home game that eventually became Dragon Town. Never know where taking a leap and trying an exercise for fun will take you! 3324
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Making a video about selling zines (not looking for a distro myself) and would like to include some good TTRPG zine distros like IPR. Any recommendations? 8286
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Totally! They've always been very helpful. Just glad I checked before ordering so much. 010
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Just put in a big zine restock with Mixam and noticed that changing the quantity from 250 to 249 saved me between $60 and $80 depending on the page count of the zine. Only difference was it changed the printer from an Indigo 100k to an Indigo 7600. Wish they would explain the difference! 2180
Reposted by JP Coovertdomojason.bsky.social @domojason.bsky.social · 15/08/2026Somehow #Gaming4Everybody returned... with the reschedule of @thecandacemarie.bsky.social & @dotsrpg.org Star Borg by @jpcoovert.bsky.social. Crack open a Corellian Ale, grab your 1/4 portion and come through to twitch.tv/candacethemagnificent and help us raise money for DOTS RPG Project! 1118
Reposted by JP CoovertDarren M. A. Calvert @dmacalvert.bsky.social · 12/08/2026What's that, Ed Emberley Frog? You have something you want to say? 10917225
Reposted by JP CoovertExeunt Press 💀🎲 @exeunt.press · 11/08/2026Maps as data and graphs, part 1. www.skeletoncodemachine.com/p/maps-as-dataskeletoncodemachine.comBuilding a better vocabulary for mapsPart 1 of a series on making better maps by thinking about them as graphs and data, based on a talk I gave at Harrisburg University. 2278
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 10/08/2026Zach has been crushing my latest video edits! If you need editing help, hit him up. 191
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 06/08/2026He’s pretty clear that using AI robs you of so much, even if it’s just at your table with your friends. I think generative AI is super lame and would gladly pick up a pitchfork to take down the whole thing! 210
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Great video about why AI isn't needed/wanted in TTRPGs. 1253
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 01/08/2026Holy cow the Appendix N Jam is so cool! There are already 325 entries! That's 325 people figuring out how to design, write, illustrate, layout, and publish an adventure. Go look! itch.io/jam/appx-n-j...itch.ioSubmissions to Appx. N Jam 2026 2396
Reposted by JP CoovertPhil McAndrew @philmcandrew.bsky.social · 01/08/2026HERMIT MAGAZINE #1 is now available as a downloadable PDF on itch for free / pay what you can. I've been working on this zine for a long time with a lot of help and contributions from friends!philmcandrew.itch.ioHERMIT MAGAZINE #1 by Phil McAndrewHumor, art, comics, short fiction, interviews, strange and interesting articles, and more. 214363
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Unfortunately I’m unable to make it to Gen Con this weekend. Dragon Town and a bunch of drawing guides are at the CRWN Studios booth (2549) though! 0426
Reposted by JP CoovertZach of Tales From The Unknown @talesfromttrpg.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Just put out my entry for the Appendix N Jam! I learned a lot on "how to" and especially "how not to" create a dungeon. I got to experiment with some ideas I've had for a while, and I can't wait to explore them even more! #ttrpg #osr #rpg #horror tales-from-the-unknown.itch.io/coral-overlordtales-from-the-unknown.itch.ioCoral Overlord by Tales From The UnknownBeware the Coral Overlord, tormentor of dreams and the guity! 0155
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 26/07/2026I think there has to be more to it than that. Granted, I have a much smaller reach than him, but I find it easy to say I don't review stuff, take sponsorships, etc. I just share what I'm excited about. I can't imagine existing in the TTRPG space (or any creative space) and not doing that. 100
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 26/07/2026Haha! I’m watching Matt look at Blades 68 on his stream right now. 070
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 26/07/2026That tracks! I can tell he's thought about it and made the choice not to. And I'm not judging him in any way. I would love to hear him talk about it the same way he did with similar subjects in that video is all. 010
Reposted by JP CoovertNight Noon Games 🔜 ArcaneCon!!! @nightnoon.games · 25/07/2026We've entered the campaign's endgame. It wraps up in two days! 052
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 26/07/2026It's very clear he's thought about it and made the choice not to. It makes me super interested to watch the adventure video he mentioned writing. 010
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 26/07/2026And again, I believe there is a way to boost what you think is cool without being a critic or a reviewer. And without shilling to make money. He's done it very effectively and naturally with stuff outside TTRPGs. 010
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 26/07/2026In the video, he mentioned having the influence to talk about an old adventure and have it become a best seller (on drive-thru? forget where he said). I don't get why he wouldn't share things that are currently being made. He is a big part of this space and has the ability to boost others. 310
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 25/07/2026I find that a VERY cynical way of looking at it (not your interpretation, his viewpoint - there's obviously more to it that he doesn't mention). Like I said, uplifting other creators who are making stuff you think is cool is fun and rewarding, and not because I ever expect something back from them. 020
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 25/07/2026Some of Matt's streams where he has looked back at his favorite movies and records are really really cool. I just wonder why he doesn't do that with things people are making in the TTRPG world. 4140
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 25/07/2026But I've found that one of the best parts of making videos and being a part of the TTRPG hobby is getting to show off all the cool things other creators are making right now. Not as a critic or a reviewer, but as a fellow creator. Saying, "Check out this thing I think is rad" is so fucking awesome! 1180
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 25/07/2026The one thing I really don't understand is why Matt is so cut off from the community publicly. Not the community of players, but of other creators. He obviously has his reasons and has thought about it a lot... 370
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 25/07/2026I agree with, and put into practice, a lot of the things he talks about in the video. Like, good luck being a shithead in my YouTube comments. I arrived at it separately, but I imagine my approach to making videos is similar to Matt's. From idea, to writing, and how we engage with YOUTUBE itself... 1140
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 25/07/2026I am one of those people who played games, but finally got the confidence to run them after watching Matt's running the game videos. I also started a YouTube channel through his example (and others) that has changed my life completely... youtu.be/UAAtRkYPIOo?...youtu.be10 Years on YouTubeYouTube video by Matthew Colville 1512
Reposted by JP CoovertCandace the Magnificent 🔜 PAXU @thecandacemarie.bsky.social · 19/07/2026TABLE TWO: THIS WEDS! Join us as we raise money for @dotsrpg.org playing Star Borg! Starring @seaplaysrpg.bsky.social @fullrubberducky.bsky.social @adisasterqueer.bsky.social & @vampirehimbo.bsky.social See you at 8p EST! twitch.tv/candacethemagnificent 26145
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 19/07/2026Today is the last day to vote for the Ennies. My 200 page adventure, Dragon Town and the Darkness Below, is nominated in the Best Family Game/Product category. Big thanks to everyone that's already voted, means a lot! vote.ennie-awards.com/vote/2026/ 1298
Reposted by JP CoovertLone Archivist @lonearchivist.bsky.social · 19/07/2026Another great video from JP on making Zines, this time about the printing process. Really enjoying this series! youtu.be/VYnf7ybbMnMyoutu.beHow to get your zines printed! Making Zines Part 4YouTube video by JP Coovert 1374
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 18/07/2026Just one day left to vote for the Ennie's. It's open to the public and a great way to learn about some new games. My adventure, Dragon Town, is up for Best Family Game/Product. Just sayin ;) vote.ennie-awards.com/vote/2026/ 0206
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 18/07/2026Working on a fun zine this month! 40+ new monsters for my game Keeper's Call. If you like weird monster books, this might be one to check out! www.patreon.com/jpcoovert/po...patreon.comJuly Announcement - Adversaries Almanac 2! | JP CoovertJuly's zine is going to be the second collection of adversaries for Keeper's Call. 40 or so unique monsters and antagonists like Gold-Sick D 0170
Reposted by JP CoovertSlyFlourish.com @slyflourish.com · 16/07/2026Our campaign for Rise of the Lazy Gamemaster is doing great! Join in and help our book become a reality! *Rise* captures the best GM advice, tips, tricks, and tools I've gathered to help GMs run great games! Check it out and share it with your friends! www.kickstarter.com/projects/sly... #ttrpgkickstarter.comRise of the Lazy GamemasterRun great tabletop RPGs by preparing less. 03914
Reposted by JP CoovertArlin @arlinortiz.bsky.social · 14/07/2026The Dolmenwood Map Book was nominated for an ENNIE! Its got some of my best map work in it! you can vote for it here! vote.ennie-awards.com/vote/2026/ 2216
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 14/07/2026If you dig Shadowdark, unique illustrations, or fun adventures, this is a must back!!! 180
Reposted by JP CoovertJP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 10/07/2026Still feels crazy that Dragon Town got nominated for an Ennie! Voting is open to everyone, so help a dude out! vote.ennie-awards.com/vote/2026/ 27519
JP Coovert @jpcoovert.bsky.social · 12/07/2026I'm biased, but everything in this category deserves a second look :P 010
Reposted by JP CoovertClayton @explorersdesign.bsky.social · 11/07/2026Explorers Design has been nominated for Best Online Content in The Ennies 2026! Not sure who to vote for? Let me win you over. Today's post is a special edition of The Explorateur. It features my favorite nominees and a long list of non-rpg design links. 🍻🎉 www.explorersdesign.com/explorateur-...explorersdesign.comThe Explorateur: Ennies SpecialThe Ennie Awards, my campaign pitch, and the best graphic design links so far. 06425
