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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
This Sunday I'm running 6 hours of Bones Deep for some lucky strangers. Join me at Nerdfest, say hi, and play some games!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
#Stonetop recommends you write letters to your PCs in between sessions (lore drops, creative prompts, resolve threads, tell secrets, or just dig deeper). And I am loving it! I might not be able to write letters between EVERY session, but this is a really fun GM tool to add to my arsenal.
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
I find myself using any and every excuse to use #Fungi of the Far Realms in my games. (just wrote a #stonetop arcana that gives the PC a bunch of mushroom knowledge). What are some other in-game artifacts that I can give my players?
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Running my first TTRPG game in a loooong time. This paragraph sold me on Stonetop, and I can't wait to see it hit the table.
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
I've finally been feeling creative again, but I don't have an office right now. So I made a travel desk from an old cigar box! Very happy with how it turned out. It's big enough surface for writing, and can be angled in various ways. Especially proud of making the cigar slots into modular trays
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
"Your thirst is mine. My water is yours." I've been playing a beautiful video game where strangers greet each other with that phrase and care for one another. I need to keep my head in this space. Play #cavesofqud if you can. "Live and drink." - parting phrase
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
I'm all set up at Captains Comics Expo! Come and get a book(s)
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
I'll be selling my books this weekend at Captains Comics Expo!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Another Aquarium Game Night is in the works! While we wait I'm going to publish our adventure: - Stop a Vampire (Squid) from corrupting the ocean - Built for educators and convention one-shots - Includes built-in pacing tools, pre-made chars, and handouts - New art from @creekdontrise.bsky.social
A massive vampire squid looms over a poorly armed skeleton
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
The Aquarium Game Night was a huge success!! The GMs ran a fantastic adventure, the players were all so creative, and the dice were fickle as ever. Hope we get to do it again soon!! #aquarium #osr #ttrpg #marinebio #rpg #troika #gamenightfun
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Tonight a bunch of skeletons are going to explore the ocean floor at the SC Aquarium Game Night! Here are some of the slides from our introduction presentation: #aquarium #gamenight #troika #ttrpg #osr #marinebio #rpg
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Fellow Game Masters prepping for our SC Aquarium Game Night! It was always my dream to play Bones Deep near the big aquarium tanks. Tomorrow will be a test run: - 7 Tables - 4 Hours - Limited Entry If all goes well this will become a regular program available to the public!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
I'll be selling my books at the big book fair tomorrow! Firefly distillary in Park Circle from 12 - 5pm. Come say hi!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 09/08/2025
I'm all set up at Charleston ZineFest! Only 3 copies left of Tempered Legacy, so get em while they're here.
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
I'll be selling my books at Charleston ZineFest this Saturday from 11am until 6pm. Come stop by and say hi! No cost to enter, and it's indoors at the Halsey Institute downtown.
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
I love the beard balm from @plusoneexp.bsky.social . When it runs out, the tins make perfect little dice trays!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
I'm all set up at WandoCon!!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
Got some buy in for our new Wildsea campaign:
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 30/03/2025
I've been writing 15-20 letters a month for 6 months! I'm pretty proud of that. Here's a peek at the messiest part of the whole process (and one of the most fun) #fountainpens #letters #handwriting #waxseals
3 wax seals: a triangular mushroom seal, a fantasy kingdom seal, and a saturn seal
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
This weekend I'll be at Captain Comics Con! Come swing by and check out my books for sale. Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: 10-4 Tickets are $20 for one day, $30 for both.
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
In addition to my presentation on Fountain Pens, I'm bringing along a "Sampler Kit" for people to try different pens, inks, and paper!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
Pens and Ink Used: Diamine Skull & Roses - TWSBI 580ALR (B) Tom's Studio New Forest - Noodler's Konrad (flex) Diamine Ancient Copper - Kaweco Brass Sport (F) J. Herbin Lie de The - Lamy Safari (M) Tom's Studio Juniper - Muji Pen (F) Tapwater - Kuretake Water Brush Pen (M)
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
Overpowered V3 is out now! Overpowered is a solo framework that allows you to quickly play through dungeon crawl modules. Manage your bot’s power, choose your path, and perfect your strategy. After months of playtesting, Overpowered gets it's final release: www.technicalgrimoire.com/overpowered
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
Good advert. If I need to print a bunch of blank notebooks, I'll call you.
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
Join me in celebrating national handwriting day. Whatever, you get it. - David Schirduan
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 11/01/2025
Slowly emerging from our slumber... Expect a new(ish) release from Technical Grimoire soon!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
My greatest achievement of the year: Ended up winning with a horned turtle build. This run took about 15 hours to complete, but overall I've put just under 200 hours into it. What an incredible game. I can't wait to dive in and try a different build and see different endings.
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Got to mess with my new flex-nib pen, a Noodlers Konrad! (Thanks @markerslinger.bsky.social ) Still getting the hang of varying pressure and writing angle, but it's fun! I'm already feeling a little overwhelmed with 5 pens; I don't see myself getting another pen for a loooong while. (I hope!)
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
Can you help me balance my budget? I'm pretty happy with my current set of 3 pens, but one day I'd love to try out a flex nib / calligraphy nib. Any suggestions?
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 15/11/2024
I even used this for the Overpowered Web App! It is remarkably compatible with basically everything. A remarkable achievement!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 04/11/2024
Found a creepy, abandoned island during my weekly paddle:
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 16/09/2024
I sewed on my Cloud Empress patch @worldsbywatt.bsky.social and my Hull Breach patch!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 23/08/2024
I'm re-reading the Fellowship of the Ring and realized that I'm the same age as Frodo Baggins was when he started his adventure! That means I've only got a few more months to swept along on a big adventure. Who's with me?
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 02/08/2024
Come visit my table this Sunday! 11-7 at the Halsey Institute. No cost to enter! I'm selling a bunch of cool zines and doing a rad presentation on public domain art.
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 30/07/2024
Made a little hex-map for my game room! These should dampen the echo and look rad.
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 03/07/2024
Contributed to our neighborhood book box! Gave a copy of Bridgetown by John Gregory and @furtsburrow.bsky.social And picked up a copy of Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens.
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 25/06/2024
Mark your calenders! Technical Grimoire will be selling RPG zines at Charleston Zine Fest on August 4th at the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art.
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 08/06/2024
Setup at my local library Book fair! Come say hi at Dorchester Road Library!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 05/06/2024
Made some printable coasters for Barkeep on the Borderlands! Each coaster includes the pub logo, drink menu, and directions to nearby pubs. Grab them at technicalgrimoire . com / downloads Very excited for our Barkeep game tonight!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 31/05/2024
I glued tiny ceramic creatures to all my mugs. This has been a massive improvement for my mental health and my tea drinking. Inspired by Chinese tea pets, but way easier to maintain and use. Show me your favorite mug!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 28/05/2024
I went on a Christian podcast to dispel some of the fear and misconceptions about D&D. pwna.net/christians-p... I hope folks listen to this and feel encouraged to try out roleplaying games for themselves, and discover what a life-giving hobby it can be!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 23/05/2024
What if you could play through your gaming shelf in a weekend? We designed Overpowered as a way to FINALLY get through all those beautiful RPG adventures on your shelf. How does it work? Try the 5 minute demo and see for yourself! www.technicalgrimoire.com/overpowered
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 21/05/2024
Overpowered V3 is out now in early access! This is a SIGNIFICANT upgrade from the old versions. Most importantly, we have an adorable mascot (Gemini) who is ready to help you. Secondly, many improvements and quality of life features. See full patch notes in our free demo!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 20/05/2024
Our new game is out! Overpowered is a solo framework for speedrunning your favorite tabletop rpg adventures. 📖 50+ Pages of examples, adventures, and more! 🗺️ For any TTRPG with MATH and MAPS. 👀 Play as you read. No journals, no oracles—just strategy. 5️⃣Free 5-minute demo!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 17/05/2024
On Monday we are releasing our new book! It's a digital game compatible with your favorite rpg adventures. It's going to be released as PDF first in early access. Over the next few months we have some big plans for it. Then we'll do a print run later this year.
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 15/05/2024
Next week Technical Grimoire is releasing our next book! Or is it a re-release? Or something new? Both? Say hello to Gemini. You'll see a lot more of them next week!
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 14/05/2024
📚Today's book is "The Tomb of Black Sand" by Swordfish Islands. A dark, dreary, hopeless dungeon crawl. And yet...I still really want to play it. The book is one of the prettiest on my shelf, with clean, usable layout. It also might be a good combo with Seas of Sand...
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Technical Grimoire @technicalgrimoire.bsky.social · 13/05/2024
📚Today's book is "Hypertellurians" by Mottokrosh Machinations. One of the most beautiful books on my shelf! I love the pulpy retro vibe, and how it rides that line between fantasy and sci-fi. You could play this with any adventure! I hope to make something for it someday.
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