Video Games of 2012 (And why these lists suck).
I’m not a game reviewer. Yup, just lost half my audience there. Anyone left. Trask? Mom? But I’ve played quite
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Developing D&D’s NEXT 3rd Party
To quote Mr. Burns, I know what I like and I know what I hate, and I don’t hate this.
Read moreCloud Atlas (yes, it’s worth it)
When writing a film review for a website such as this, I try to place content into context. This is
Read moreThe Paradox of Paradoxes (and my review of Looper)
I’ve discovered after some reflection, that I didn’t much care for Looper. The issue is admittedly asinine, and I fully
Read moreEntitlement & Obligation — The rights of producers and consumers
I’m going to avoid any comments which involve the topic of whether or not an entertainment format can be considered
Read moreTaking the Next D&D Step
A friend of mine privy to many of the secrets of video game development once revealed to me that beta-phase
Read moreAmethyst Renaissance
Eventually, I’ll write some new material. For the third time in four years, Dias Ex Machina is releasing its core
Read moreOne setting, one DM, and eleven years running one game.
In 1995, I conjured up an idea called Amethyst. Back then, it was a simple post-apocalyptic tale with dragons, something
Read morePolishing the Turd . The Mass Effect 3 Extended Cut
It’s a great looking turd, with an astounding finish, the kind you’d put on your mantle to show off, and
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