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I was very close to calling at the local brewery - which is mostly outside seating - on my way home for a pint! It's gone a bit dark now though.

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 59m

Sadly, I did not - but I pointed him in the direction of someone who might 🙂

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 2h

A customer has just told me how an employee at a local branch of *ahem* Large National Tool Suppliers had stealthily whispered our name to him in recommendation when they didn't have what he needed. Our name being whispered? In secret? Like a code or magic word? I like that a lot 🙂

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 9h

it waits in the woods #digitalart #rpg #horror #halloween #spooky - a quick one this morning, but I liked it :)

In a tangled mass of trees and branches, a hooded, horned figure waits. It's face is half lit, and resembles a skull

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 19h

Happy birthday mate! 🙂

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Hehe worry not! A bit of enthusiasm is always welcome 🙂

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

A story: A national courier: - left parcel on the pavement - at the wrong address - at nearly 9pm A random person - picked up parcel for safety - left note though door A person I know - found note through his door - went and collected the parcel - realised it wasn't for him Brought it to me.

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

In that case, I'll definitely take another look. Cheers!

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

I'm so-so for The Chameleons, but in fairness, it's been a good long while since I listened to them, might have to revisit!

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Some music that I've been very much enjoying. Post-punk, swirly gothy stuff. It's really, really good. youtu.be/dYPn73W2MJU?...

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Bloodworm - Alone In Your Garden (Official Music Video)

YouTube video by Bloodworm

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

It's a bit scruffy but I thought that felt right :)

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Absolutely love M. R. James! (I've got the one at the back)

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

I wouldn’t discover it until sometime 1986, but 43 years ago, Temple of Love by The Sisters of Mercy was released on this day. Still my favourite band :) youtu.be/2xYq76KniPg?...

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The Sisters of Mercy - Temple of Love (original 1983 7'' vinyl single version)

YouTube video by Radio Ratso

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Dave Dustin @dustin.nz · 07/10/2026

"YOU’RE LISTENING TO SISYPHUS FM, THE HOME OF NON-STOP ROCK"

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Similar here! I think they certainly have their moments, but...not always.

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Favourite is a hard one to pick, but I do very much enjoy this one! Here Comes the Sun, covered by Ghost. youtu.be/gd4QLcJj-3U?...

youtu.be

Ghost - Here Comes The Sun

YouTube video by Dio Scuro

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Saw someone stood at the bus stop this morning. Wide black coat down to their knees, super wide black hood, face only vaguely visible...

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Poe Dameron: Somehow, Palpatine Returned

Alt: Poe Dameron: Somehow, Palpatine Returned

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Finished up running Pirate Borg last night. Really good fun, made for a nice change of pace from our usual games. After some discussion, I'm running Rivers of London next Character generation next week. Only one player has read any of the books, so I'll be interested to see who they come up with 🙂

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Cheers! I'm currently investigating getting back into commissions.

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

No AI in mine, though 🙂

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Not yet - but I might be running it this month :)

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Two comfort rereads on the go this week.

Cover of Rivers of London by the excellent Ben Aaronovitch

Cover of The Player of Games by the most absolutely marvellous and excellent Iain M. Banks. He’s so bloody good.

I dearly miss waiting for a new Banks book to come out.

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

For even more context, my MiL is great, I just think she's always found me a bit odd. Fair and reasonable, I say 🙂

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Not my usual flavour of metal, but damn me, grown on me good and proper this last couple of weeks 🙂 youtu.be/gnfz7qUOvCs?...

youtu.be

Midnight Prey - Witchking [Official Video] (2026)

YouTube video by NWOTHM Full Albums

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

For context, wife and I have been a couple for thirty six years, you'd think MiL would be used to me by now 🙂

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

I just opened the car door for my MIL, did a vaguely theatrical bow, and said 'madam, your chariot awaits'. The look she gave me. I have been laughing to myself for ten minutes 😂

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

I just made myself a cup of tea that was so bad that it was practically a crime. Ugh!

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

I didn't bother with a paper type cover, have been quite happy just with the screen as is. Any questions, shout up - will help if I can 🙂👍

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

That's right mate! It's great! 🙂

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

I really enjoyed October Man!

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Ludwig, but Rivers of London?

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

There are few finer places to be than in a little pub after work, on a sunny day, starting a re-read of Rivers of London.

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Absolutely, mate! Best way is through a direct message on my instagram account (link in my bio) 👍

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

they serve the trees now #digitalart #rpg #fantasy #D&D #horror one of the most cursed things I’ve ever drawn :)

A group of zombie-like people stand beneath diseased trees

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

That's very kind mate, but I think I've got everything so far 🙂

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Reckon it'll be the finale of our Pirate Borg game next week. I've run about 9 sessions I think. It's been solid fun, too! Question is, what do I look at running next? Cold City might work. I'd like to try running WFRP5E too. Dark Conspiracy pdf soon? Rivers of London? So many good games 🙂

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Paul @spookshow71.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Warm today here. Flat grey sky. Muggy. Hints of tarmac, exhaust fume, and swamp. Not an aftershave I'd buy, that's for sure.

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