iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

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The QueerXP @thequeerxp.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Episode 3 is out!! Check out @babayaga.quest @khadeja.bardrockcafe.com @joshuarpangborn.sidekickproductions.org @nanitetechnology.bsky.social and @zoupmachine.bsky.social as they continue to investigate the question on everyone's mind: Why aren't people dying?

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Emerald Templars - Episode 3 | The QueerXP

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feeb @magicmooshka.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

it’s come to my attention that my tumblr post has been crossposted to bluesky, so I’m posting it on my account here #AntiAI #GenAI

recently my friend's comics professor told her that it's acceptable to use gen AI for script-writing but not for art, since a machine can't generate meaningful artistic work. meanwhile, my sister's screenwriting professor said that they can use gen AI for concept art and visualization, but that it won't be able to generate a script that's any good. and at my job, it seems like each department says that AI can be useful in every field except the one that they know best.

It's only ever the jobs we're unfamiliar with that we assume can be replaced with automation. The more attuned we are with certain processes, crafts, and occupations, the more we realize that gen AI will never be able to provide a suitable replacement. The case for its existence relies on our ignorance of the work and skill required to do everything we don't.

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

A ttRPG about ants where your skills are ANTitude, ANTractiveness, ANTentiveness, ANTack and ANTunement.

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

In tonight’s game, I got to pull the “actually, if we’re underground, it’s magma, not lava”

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

I’m very excited for all you new GMs/DMs out there that are about to start their story facilitating journey in 2026. Friends with places to give advice to them, sound off below. Also, I need to hone my GMing skills for Game Master Monday. If you want to be my capybara, give me a holla!

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Sound off, who is going to Pax East and might be interested in being on a panel?

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

I have no shame and love being celebrated so fyi, it’s my birthday today.

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Pax U! Let’s make our phones kiss and exchange numbers!

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Game Master Monday 🍉 @gamemastermonday.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Starting to piece together our 2026 lineup of one shots so if you or someone you love is a super cool designer and wanna see if an award nominated podcast will run your silly little game, now would be a good time to get in our email linktr.ee/gamemastermo...

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Game Master Monday plays a new TTRPG one-shot with a new cast EVERY EPISODE!

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Join us at twitch.tv/gamemastermo... where four awesome players @eotiaxart.bsky.social, @aundawyn.bsky.social, @janiepotts.bsky.social, and Nick are led through a succulent adventure by @shadowsilvia.bsky.social. We’re raising money for @roled5.bsky.social! And there are challenges!!

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Twitch

Twitch is the world

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

We had people in the summer saying they didn’t find out about the opportunity until past the deadline, so share wide! We don’t want to gatekeep! We want to play games and talk about games!

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alyssa (they/them) @adisasterqueer.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

I can think of 2d6 games with consequences for overshooting on an attack (eg Apocalypse Keys, Navathem's End), but not a d20-style game with a hit zone!

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Are there any ttRPGs that have a mechanic where you miss if you attack too high (or too low) compared to AC, aka the hit zone is a range, instead of a single number?

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

…Vivi just distracted an enemy to help an ally by…licking the enemy’s ear #dnd

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

Even though I am going to Pax U, I’m going to help the team set up so that we can have an amazing ConZero online during PaxU!

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Convention Zero @conventionzero.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

We're planning on opening up Convention Zero to run during Pax U 2025! Follow this account to be the first to hear when we open up applications for running games, panels and events and to answer any questions that might help us run a better event for you!

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Convention Zero @conventionzero.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

Hello everyone! Zoup here! This is the permanent home of what was FOMOCon (the online ttRPG convention that took place during GenCon 2025). We're rebranding as Convention Zero in celebration of the core of any ttRPG campaign, Session Zero!

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

#Grasping Claws #Passive-Lock System #No Heel #Backward-Bending Knees

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

If you enjoyed FOMOCon and would like to help Melody, instrumental in making it happen, in need of funds for a surgery. I'm running four brave level 20 adventurers through a march to their death made possible by your donations!! Come drop a tarrasque on them for $30! twitch.tv/gamemastermonday!

Game Master Monday Presents a Dungeon Crawl Where YOU Are the Danger, come see us at twitch.tv/gamemastermonday now!

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

TtRPG Cinderella doesn’t have field mice who make her dress. She has forest creatures who edit.

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

I think we need to spend more energy celebrating editors. I think when we put out amazing works, we need to put editors as the standout stars, even above the players.

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Cai K 🔜 PAXU @estelofimladris.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

これは貸しです。 Introducing Kashi 貸し, a guide to why "Ghibli-inspired" media without Japanese creatives is harmful. It includes links to learn more about Orientalism, Studio Ghibli, Hayao Miyazaki, and Japanese culture. Learn. Share. Change. kashi-info.carrd.co

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

what system does epic high level fights better than D&D?

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

What is an identity of yours that you’d love to play at a #ttrpg table of all folks with that identity just to experience telling that story with people with that same underrepresented view? I’m talking, for example: an all-Desi table, an all-ace table, an all HOH table, etc.

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

What is the best #ttrpg system in your eyes for a no-holds-barred, throw down epic fight at high level with a legendary BBEG? In this case, I’m not talking about fights that can be won with words or soft action. I’m talking combat!

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

Have you played a superhero recently in a game (masks, mutants and masterminds, sentinels, or others) and does that superhero need therapy? There’s a new psychologist in town who just finished studying superhero psychology at McLean and Harvard. Let me know if you want me to make a connection.

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

@jienbirb.bsky.social is not overstating. This is literally how it happened. I hope it happens again. Who knows what I might accomplish.

A discord message in which JienBirb is saying “and this, my friends, is how fomo con happened” followed by a screenshot of Zoup saying “Oh no, I’m being encouraged”

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

So, I’ve been struggling to consume APs b/c decision paralysis, anxiety, attention. As I’m currently unable to play in any games while helping my mom, could you please recommend to me 1 episode of an AP/podcast you think I should listen to that you feel shows masterful work by the players and GMs?

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Shaghik {ʃɑˈʁik} @shaghik.com · 07/08/2025

part 2 is ooouuutttt 🥰

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

So, due to some family needs, I will have to forgo most games for the next month. While I can’t commit to three hours any night right now, I will have time to work on after FOMOCon stuff and on making some other ttRPG moves I’ve been wanting to. I’ll let you all know when I’m free for games again!

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Dylan @djmalenfant.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

Come hang out at FOMO Con in about an hour! I'm going to get to talk about failure in RPGs with @shadowsilvia.bsky.social, @4evergmjustin.bsky.social, @rosatyrs.bsky.social, and @fishfinlee.bsky.social.

Promo poster for the "Failing in TTRPGs and why you should do it" panel at FOMO Con on Sunday August 3 at 3 PM ET. Pictures of the panelists run along the bottom of the poster.

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🪼 Bluu is HOOCHIE HEISTING 💙 @kyngvee.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

I'm really happy I got to attend FOMO Con ahhhhh

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Lissa, the Bonita variety @bonitalissa.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

In about 10 minutes, I am going to be on a panel on the topic of AP versus Home Games in TTRPG's at FOMO Con! Other panelists include @shaghik.bsky.social, @ttoptalespinners.bsky.social, @eskalia.bsky.social, @zoupmachine.bsky.social, and Fish (who is here for vibes 💜🎲🎤 fomocon2025.carrd.co

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FOMO-CON

A Virtual TTRPG Convention

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

Please keep in your thoughts the wet chipmunk that was hiding in the basil when I went to water it.

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5 GMs in a Trenchcoat @5gmsofficial.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

☀️🦗⛺️ Enjoy the sounds of summer ⛺️🦗☀️ Season 5: From Inside the Tent in partnership with @huntersent.bsky.social, coming soon. • animatic by @gremlinfroggie.bsky.social #KOB2e

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

I just left an absolutely unhinged message on my partner’s phone where I almost said something nice about myself and then had an identity crisis.

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jae is not dead i promise 🩸✨ @naladraws.com · 26/07/2025

I won’t be at Gen Con (layoffs and all) but I will be giving a 2 hour lecture for FomoCon (online alternative to Gen con) about the business of art in ttrpgs so 👀 be there 🤭🤔 August 3rd, 7-9pm discord.gg/aUfvPRshGm

The Business of Art in TTRPGs: Ethics, Rates, and Rights

Whether you're a designer seeking the perfect visuals to bring your game to life, or an artist navigating your first freelance contracts, this lecture is for you. In this practical deep dive, Nala J. Wu, a seasoned Art Director and award-winning freelance artist will cover how to find and commission artists, negotiate fair rates, and navigating contracts with confidence. They will also discuss affordable and ethical alternatives to generative Al art if creators can't afford to hire artists, but also don't want to use Generative Al. Tune into this 2hr lecture and Q&A session to demystify the collaboration process between creators in the world of Tabletop Games--and walk away with the tools and knowledge to commission art with ease!

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

#PaxUnplugged I will be submitting three panels for consideration: 1. The Art of Failing: how to take failures in ttRPGs and make them narratively satisfying 2. Home Games and APs are Different: what that means, why it’s good 3. How ttRPGs have taught me to be a better person

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

FOMO con is taking pitches for games, panels, watch parties, round table discussions and more! fomocon2025.carrd.co I’m excited for the experience I hope FOMO con will be for all my ttRPG nerds who can’t make it to GenCon

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A Virtual TTRPG Convention

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Ciera "Panda" 🔜 PAX U @ragepandapajamas.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Are you unable to attend Gen Con? I am right there with you. Some very cool people have gotten together to host an online event so we can still have comradery and shenanigans. Join the discord here -> bit.ly/FOMOCon25

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Join the FOMO Con (GenCon) Discord Server!

Bummed about missing GenCon? Planning on spending the week moping? We've got something better for you! FOMO Con 2025, is a Pop Up Server that'll be active for the length of GenCon offering things like...

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Quote of the day: “where does the memory stay while it’s goo?”

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

So this is the month of adventure. Gonna learn what it takes on to put on an *event* online. Gonna learn how to apply for a creator badge and how to submit a panel. Gonna run some one shots both for pod and practice. And maybe I’ll learn how to help produce stuff to. Oh, and go to work, I guess.

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

My wallet is super lucky I missed the #Steam summer sale.

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Supriya (zoupmachine) @zoupmachine.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

Okay, I dreamed up what I think would be a good panel at #paxU : “How to Lose: how to fail in a narratively satisfying way”. Something like that. Had that already been done? Would anyone be interested in being a part of it?

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