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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

I wrote a book 🃏 DECK OF WILDCARDS is an adult fantasy murder mystery mixed with the heart and hijinks of a D&D adventure. I’m now in the querying trenches with this 100,000 word manuscript, hoping to land a literary agent. So this is me rolling the dice and seeing if I get lucky.

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

With the official character art dropping for @criticalrole.bsky.social Campaign 4, I took a stab for @hexplorersdnd.bsky.social guessing what class every character is playing 👀 youtu.be/jYbYaMXw4c0

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Critical Role Campaign 4: Who’s Playing What?

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

To celebrate a decade of @criticalrole.bsky.social here’s ten lessons from Dungeons & Dragons that will make you a better storyteller 👀 #CriticalRole #DnD open.substack.com/pub/scottysh...

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This game makes you a better storyteller

Ten storytelling lessons from a 50-year-old game that launched a creative empire

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

"Make bad choices." The first issue of Storied, my newsletter about storytelling, has officially launched 🎉 I'm currently on pat leave and thought: "What's easier than starting a consistent creative project while caring for a newborn?" 🫠 scottyshares.substack.com/p/make-bad-c...

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Make bad choices

How flaws and stakes turn messy characters into great stories

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Got my exclusive addition copy of the Devils by @lordgrimdark.bsky.social yesterday. It is stunnnning @gollancz.bsky.social Can’t wait to dive in 😈

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

A message can change everything. Exactly one year ago, I nervously DMed @ajwintersvo.bsky.social asking about Castleton. That led to an unforgettable year of scheming, storytelling and friendship. So dare to ask. Because even if you're an unlucky mortal... one message can change your whole story.

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

#CritAwards recommendations! @ajwintersvo.bsky.social Innovation & Best Series @seum.bsky.social Best Player Indie & Best Tech/Producer @edwardspence.bsky.social Best GM Indie & Best Villain Wounded Warrior Project Best Legacy Twitch @gremlinfroggart.bsky.social Best Character Artist 1/2

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

For your consideration — me. I'd love to be nominated for @critawards.bsky.social's Best DnD player ⚔️👀 If you liked what I brought to the table with @hexplorersdnd.bsky.social or @winterstalesco.bsky.social's Castleton, I'd love to be considered 🖤 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #CritAwards

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HexplorersDnD @hexplorersdnd.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

We are liveee on @moonbeamstream.bsky.social airing the first episode of our Vigil D&D campaign! Come drop by and say hi as our heroes investigate a sinister mystery in a world where magic is outlawed and darkness is rising ⚔️✨ #DnD #ttrpg www.moonbeam.stream/pr/tabletop-...

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Edward Spence @edwardspence.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

There is still ONE DAY LEFT to apply for this casting call! Join the award-winning creative team behind The Fourth Age and Paradise Lost, as we brave the criminality and corruption of Gotham. Will you lift the city into the light? Or drag it into the shadows...? Casting closes MIDNIGHT TOMORROW!

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

“I hate this game.“ (I deeply love this game)

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Sam Seum will be at PAXU @seum.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

AHHH see y'all next Tuesday!!

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Loveeee this design. I’ve always wanted to play an artificer 🛠️👀

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HexplorersDnD @hexplorersdnd.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Warlock is punished for betraying his demon lord patron 😱 #dnd #ttrpg

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

I’ve found with @hexplorersdnd.bsky.social this is the best way to deal with trolls 🙂‍↕️ #dnd #TTRPG #D&D

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

“You don’t have to know all the rules to have fun.” Love this @koboldpress.com interview with Mandii on GMing and TTRPGs. The talent Mandii has as a storyteller and designer is astounding. Well worth your time to give this a read 👀

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smokingglueguns @smokingglueguns.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

You might wanna give this thread a little gander. *wink wink nudge nudge*

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 12/01/2025

I was enjoying my time on Threads (especially the #TTRPG and creator community there) but Meta's announcements last week were just... vile. CW for this screenshot from the article linked below. If you're a member of the LGBTQ+ community it's abhorrent to read. www.them.us/story/trans-...

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

Does your writing feel bland? Or your #dnd roleplaying isn't landing the way you want? When I discovered this storytelling framework, it transformed the way I write, play, and tell stories. And now... I share this magic with you. It's called Braided Storytelling 🧵✨ youtu.be/gI0zh83glgA

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This Storytelling Trick Will Change Your D&D Forever

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Well the first two episodes of the new season of Queer Eye have absolutely WRECKED me 😭

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

Six months ago I joined Castleton with trickery in my heart. Now these two are etched there forever. Getting to create their story with someone as sincere and mischievous as @seum.bsky.social has been... sinfully fun ❤️🤍 Lastly — Wow, the biggest thank you to Tanlynn for bringing this scene to life

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

When your 5-year-old niece calls you to tell you she scored her first goal today 🥹😭

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

Our crew at @hexplorersdnd.bsky.social got a sneak peek at @dndbeyond.com's new Immersive Quest in Mississauga and it was... the best. We had soooo much fun. Veteran adventurers and newcomers to #DnD alike will love it. Can't say enough good things ⚔️🖤

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Just... so surreal. Forever grateful for everyone following along with our adventures at @hexplorersdnd.bsky.social 💛

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 30/11/2024

Last night was one of those games where your party doesn’t realize how close they are to a TPK until you’re rightttttt on the edge 🫠

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

Twinning with @allycatastrophe.bsky.social in our latest Hexplorers campaign is always a highlight of my week 🥹

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

When I first saw @ajwintersvo.bsky.social's Castleton pitch I flew to her DMs (I actually screenshotted her video below to check if my name was on the whiteboard). Playing [REDACTED FOR SPOILERS] alongside a cast and crew of such collaborative and supportive TTRPGers has been absolutely divine.

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

If you’re going through #Arcane withdrawal I can’t recommend Blue Eye Samurai enough. The animation, the characters, the music — it’s definitely one of my favourite series from 2024.

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Big “The Stepmother” from Dimension20’s Neverafter energy right here 🫥

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HexplorersDnD @hexplorersdnd.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

TONIGHT! As the party journeys across the countryside toward Karden, they bid farewell to newfound allies, take stock of their growing power, and prepare for the dangers that lie ahead... Join us at 8pm EST on YouTube!

Episode 30 thumbnail: the Draaken Tunnel featuring Augustus, a rabbit-person Druid

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Ever send homes to your friends you dream of co-buying to create a commune with? 🏡 This one might do... "The Estate consists of 3 properties, including The Springhill Manor, The Fold house, 4 car Coach House, Waterfall House & Forest House (17 Beds, 14 baths & 5 Kitchens)."

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Last month, exploring the canals and alleys of Venice with my wife, my fantasy story loving heart was filled to the brim. I've started re-reading The Lies of Locke Lamora since returning home and have a whole new appreciation for its setting and world-building 🏴‍☠️

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

Have loved being a part of Castleton and especially this cast and crew which are so supportive and talented 🥹 So many absolute gems in this starter back 🖤

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 29/10/2024

🎉 @heroforgeminis.bsky.social is celebrating their 10th anniversary with a 20% sale on physical minis and 50% off digital minis! Looks like I'll be making a Lysander mini to celebrate the return of @winterstalesco.bsky.social 's Castleton... Or perhaps make it a Callidus mini? 👀 #TTRPG #DnD

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 25/10/2024

What’s your latest NPC encounter in #DnD that made your heart grow three sizes? 🥹💗 I’ll go first… 🍄👇🏻

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 24/10/2024

Loveeee this idea 🖤 #DnD & #TTRPG creators! Drop you | your character 👀 The Player | The Character

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Scotty @scottyshares.bsky.social · 19/10/2024

Helllllllo Sky Blue app! I'm Scotty from @hexplorersdnd.bsky.social Here are a few of my favourite things... 🔮 DnD / D&D / TTRPG ✨ Actual Play 🐉 Fantasy books ✍🏻 Writing 📖 Storytelling 🎮 Video games 📺 Pop Culture 🏒 Hockey 🃏 Mischief Always love connecting with other creatives 🖤

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