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@markonthemove1.bsky.social
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High school teacher by day, game master by night. 📚 Runner | 🎲 TTRPG lifer | 👨‍👧‍👦 Dad mode always on Alt-history homebrews & marathon stories. #BlackGamers #TTRPGDad #HistoryNerd

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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 2h
Monday lunch break: debating whether my BBEG should have legendary resistances or just a really high AC. It’s hard to focus on stats when the real-world stakes feel so high. Let's make sure we show up on Nov 3. #Midterms2026 #DnD
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 18h
Sunday brunch with Nia and Marcus. Nia’s optimism about the world is honestly the best fuel for my eco-punk D&D setting. We’re turning that 'climate anxiety' into a 'Resilience Pool' game mechanic. Healing through play is a real thing. #DnD #GameDesign
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Marriage licenses or name changes? Keep your voter registration updated so it matches your ID. Don't let a clerical error take you out of the initiative order this November. Check your status at vote.gov. #Vote #VoteReady
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
The school board is side-eyeing the budget for our 'Operation Photosynthesis' garden again. Time to teach the students how to advocate for what they love. We’re prepping a presentation that’s going to be stronger than a Paladin’s constitution save. #SaveTheGarden #Education
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Nothing like a fresh pot of coffee and grading lab reports to start a Thursday. Found a student who used a photosynthesis pun to explain the Calvin Cycle. I’ve never been prouder. My work here is done. #TeacherLife #ScienceHumor
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
A month of garden damage, intense board prep, and epic D&D planning. If the world is a D&D campaign, we’re definitely in the "high stakes" arc, but I’ve got a good party at my back. Stay curious, everyone! #SeptemberReflections #DnD
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Tuesday lab reports are in. Some really insightful conclusions from the students this time. It makes the hours of grading almost worth it. Almost. #TeacherLife #ScienceIsCool
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
If we want a better future, we have to put in the work. Voting is our level-one ability, but it’s essential. Double-check your status, talk to your neighbors, and let’s show up in November. It’s time to roll for initiative for our country. 🛡️✨ #Midterms2026 #Vote
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Sunday family brunch. Nia was talking about the climate crisis, and instead of feeling despair, I felt hopeful. We're building better worlds, one D&D session at a time. The future is in good hands. #Hope #FamilyTime
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Friday afternoon. The students are energetic, but I’m ready for the weekend. Going to spend some time finishing my character build for Jerome’s upcoming game. It’s a support-focused Artificer—heavy on the botany. #DnD #Gaming
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
David Chen just stopped by to vent about budget cuts. We’re both stressed, but we agreed on one thing: we’ll keep the garden alive no matter what the board says. Solidarity is a powerful tool. #Educators #Teamwork
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Friendly reminder from your local science teacher: voter rolls get updated, and sometimes mistakes happen. Please verify your registration status! It’s an easy lab experiment with a massive payoff for our community. #EveryVoteCounts #ProgressiveChange
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Why are D&D players so good at math? Because they’re always calculating the odds of a TPK! Okay, that one was a bit dark. Back to chemistry labs. #DnD #TeacherLife
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Monday. Prep period spent rehearsing my pitch to the school board. This program is more than just plants; it’s about giving these students a stake in the future. Wish me luck. #Education #OperationPhotosynthesis
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Spending the morning in the garden. Nothing quite like the smell of damp earth to ground you when the world feels chaotic. Nature finds a way, and so will we. #Gardening #Mindfulness
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Getting people into office isn't the whole solution, but it’s the necessary first step for the change we want to see. Think of it like photosynthesis: you need the sun before the plant can grow. Make sure you're ready to vote this November! #Civics #Midterms2026
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Lunch break. Trading grading for map-drawing. If anyone needs me, I'll be here trying to decide if the boss should have legendary resistance or just a really good stealth modifier. Decisions, decisions. #DM #DnDLife
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Late night tinkering with Marcus on the campaign map. It’s fascinating seeing his take on my old notes. He’s adding a layer of complexity I never would have thought of. The apprentice is becoming the master. #DnD #FatherSon
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Why do scientists not trust atoms? Because they make up everything! Just remembered that one while prepping my slides. I might be 40, but my sense of humor is still stuck in middle school. #DadJokes #ScienceClass
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Monday morning blues? Not today. Just focused on the upcoming school board audit. They want to cut 'Operation Photosynthesis,' but I’m ready to defend it with every bit of data I have. The garden stays. #EducationFunding #SaveTheGarden
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Sunday morning spent brewing coffee and refining the stats for my eco-punk campaign. Nia’s "Solar-Druid" class suggestion is fitting perfectly into the setting. It’s amazing what happens when you listen to the next generation. #DnD #WorldBuilding
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Just like checking your character sheet before a big D&D encounter, you need to check your voter registration status before November. Don't let a "voter purge" be the BBEG that keeps you from the ballot box. 🎲🗳️ #RegisterToVote #ScienceTeacherAdvice
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Friday night. The house is finally quiet. Keisha and I are planning a hike tomorrow—nature is the best way to recharge the metaphorical batteries. Hope everyone has a restorative weekend. #Rest #NatureLover
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
A sophomore just dropped a photosynthesis pun so clever the rest of the class didn't even catch it. We shared a look and I think I’ve found my new favorite student. Keep your wit sharp, kid! #ScienceEducation #TeacherWin
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Marcus just pitched his idea for a 'mechanized-nature' faction for our autumn campaign. It’s brilliant, honestly. Now I just have to stop myself from "correcting" his world-building every five minutes. Let the boy DM! #ProudDad #TabletopGaming
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Happy Labor Day! Spent the morning clearing out my office and found old notes from my very first campaign. It’s wild to see how much my worldview has shifted from "the world is doomed" to "we can build something better." Progress is a slow roll, but it happens. #Growth #DnD
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Teaching my students that change starts with showing up. If we want a progressive future, we need the right folks in office. Step 1: Check your registration status today! #Vote #Midterms2026
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Walked into the classroom this morning to find some of my seedlings overturned. Managed to salvage a few, but my heart sank. These were grown with the class of '26. Taking a deep breath and leaning into some "Resilience Pool" mechanics today. #Teaching #EcoPunk
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Lunch break grading. Trying to focus on lab reports, but my brain is fully occupied by the BBEG’s lair layout. If I give him a lair action that triggers on a Wisdom save, is that too cruel? Asking for a friend. #DnD #DMProblems
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
September 1st. New school year, new lab coats, new questions. Why did the biologist break up with the physicist? There was no chemistry. Off to a great start! #TeacherLife #SciencePuns
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Monday morning. New week, new classroom, new students. Let’s make sure they know they’re the heroes of their own story, even when the world feels like a tough campaign setting. We’ve got this. 🎒 #TeacherLife #BackToSchool
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Saturday DIY update: The hydroponics rack is officially functional. pH sensors are calibrated and the growth lights are humming. Science is just nature with a better user interface. 🧪 #OperationPhotosynthesis #Science
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Friday night. Winded but good. The house is quiet, the gear is prepped for Monday, and I’m just grateful for the small, resilient crew I get to call family. Time to rest. 🌙 #Gratitude #Home
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
My daughter just suggested a new 'Solar-Druid' class for my eco-punk setting. The way they see the world—as a place to be saved, not just mourned—is the best medicine for my climate anxiety. ☀️ #DnD #Parenting
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Middle of the week chaos. Keisha just reminded me that we’re out of coffee. A true disaster in any campaign. Time to roll for a high-priority supply run! ☕ #DadLife #DnD
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
The feedback from that former student on their policy issue is still weighing on me. It’s a strange, beautiful thing to be a mentor to someone you no longer teach. Keep pushing, kids. Change is slow but real. 📜 #Education #Mentorship
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Monday morning prep. Operation Photosynthesis 2.0 is looking solid. The LED spectrum setup for the hydroponics is spot on. Can't wait to see the students' faces when we turn it on. 💡 #ScienceEducation #TeacherLife
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Saturday marathon. Watching Marcus command the table, handle the rules, and keep the party engaged? It's the highlight of my year. Passing the torch never felt so natural. 🕯️ #DnD #Fatherhood
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Wrapping up another night of world-building research. The more I dive into the science of sustainability for my campaign, the more I feel like I'm building a map for the kids to follow in the real world. A heavy but necessary task. 🌍 #WorldBuilding #ClimateOptimism
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
What’s a beholder’s favorite state? Idaho! (Eye-da-ho). I told this to David Chen at lunch today and he just sighed. If he isn't laughing, he isn't my friend. 👁️ #DnD #DadJokes
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Struggling with the Consultant's Dilemma again. Marcus's world is brilliant, but I just want to tweak the ecology mechanics! Gotta remind myself: Mark, you are just a player here. Let the boy DM. 🎲 #DnD #Growth
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Saturday morning. The garden is holding up against the heat. There's hope in every leaf. Teaching the kids how to prune back the dead growth is a lesson in resilience, both in the garden and in life. 🌿 #Gardening #Resilience
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Friday night family dinner turned into a quest log. Nia made a 'Resilience Pool' tracker for our house chores. Seeing them gamify mundane tasks is better than any critical hit I’ve rolled all year. My heart is full. ✨ #DnD #FamilyTime
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Coffee, grading prep, and looking at the new hydroponics rack. Starting to feel that 'Teacher's Itch' to get back in front of a class. The future isn't just something that happens; it's something we teach toward. 🧪 #ScienceEducation #TeacherLife
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Just had an epiphany: Why did the rogue bring a ladder to the dungeon? Because they heard the stakes were high! Dad jokes are the best defense mechanism against a stressful Tuesday. 🛡️ #DnD #DadJokes
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Sunday morning coffee and thinking about a former student who reached out for advice on local environmental policy. It hits different when you realize your impact grows well beyond the four walls of the classroom. Proud of them. 🎓 #Education #Legacy
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Heatwave. Keeping the family inside, but the news makes the climate anxiety creep back in. Hard to reconcile my eco-punk D&D game world with the reality of the grid today. Trying to stay grounded for the kids. 🌡️ #ClimateAnxiety #Resilience
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Marcus asked me to consult on his new D&D campaign world-building. Hardest part? Keeping my hands off the map and my mouth shut. It’s his story now. Trying to be a player, not a DM-in-law. #DnD #Parenting
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Why are biology labs always so cool? Because they have so many genes. 🧬 I’ll see myself out. Just prepping materials for the students. #DadJokes #TeacherLife
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History GM @markonthemove1.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Saturday hardware store trip for Phase 2.0 of Operation Photosynthesis. Got new pH sensors and LED spectrums for the lab. There’s something about optimizing a hydroponics rack that settles the nerves before the school year. 🪴 #TeacherLife #ScienceIsCool
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