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John Hambone McGuire
@johnmcguirerpg.bsky.social
RPG Writer | Publisher @ Ham & Egg Publishing | Co-creator of 321RPG and Zombie Braineaters! | Co-host of The Vintage RPG Podcast | He/Him

https://www.hamandeggpublishing.com
I am beyond stoked and honored to be a special guest at PAGE 3. I can't wait to see all my pals and will be stationed at the Ham & Egg Publishing Booth all weekend long, slinging books, so please stop by and say hi.

tabletop.events/conventions/...
January 12, 2026 at 5:46 PM
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Things are slowing down with my meatspace responsibilities, so I am looking for ILLUSTRATION GIGS!

ALL OSR/NSR
like-
DCC
OSE
HMTW
DND
ADND
SHADOWDARK
MORK BÖRG
MOTHERSHIP
TRAVELLER
MECHS

DON'T SEE IT? JUST ASK!

PRICES THAT WILL MAKE YOU SAY "WOW, ARE THESE FROM 10 YEARS AGO?!"
January 9, 2026 at 5:29 AM
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I updated this month's Explorateur with a few new links. It's "underperforming." Likely because I focused on The Bloggies last week. I need to start putting something "viral" in these.

I also started adding emojis to entries to signal video/audio content.

www.explorersdesign.com/the-explorat...
The Explorateur: Issue #15
Monthly design jams, critique, theory, and inspiration for tabletop rpg designers by rpg designers. Vetted. Looted. Curated.
www.explorersdesign.com
January 7, 2026 at 5:09 PM
Ham & Egg Publishing presents its debut short story zine, Hey Ho Let's Go Home, a holiday tale where four familiar ghosts help Charlie, a young runaway, navigate the holiday blues. Written by Geo Collazo, art by Zack Giallongo
www.hamandeggpublishing.com
December 16, 2025 at 1:07 AM
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From my pal @johnmcguirerpg.bsky.social: Ham & Egg Publishing presents its debut short story zine, Hey Ho Let's Go Home, a holiday tale where four familiar ghosts help Charlie, a young runaway, navigate the holiday blues. Written by Geo Collazo, art by Zack Giallongo
www.hamandeggpublishing.com
www.hamandeggpublishing.com
December 15, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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Help me out during Dungeon Survivor and punch cancer in the face.
The 19 hour game stream had begun! Donate to the American Cancer Society and influence the games!
www.twitch.tv/dcc_mayhem
December 13, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Ahoy! Levi Combs and I are going to be playing in DCC/MCC Motu Mashup game on Twitch to raise money for the American Cancer Society today. 3-6 pm EST.

If ya can share this link around to watch it live and donate.

m.twitch.tv/dcc_mayhem
dcc_mayhem - Twitch
DCC Mayhem - ETHERMEET 2025! Let's SMITE cancer together! Blazing to the CURE!
m.twitch.tv
December 13, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Join Tiger Wizard and Beckett from @exaltedfuneral.bsky.social today at 11 AM (GMT) for the premiere episode of COFFEE & COFFINS, where they talk about the @phillygamingexpo.bsky.social
and all things #ttrpg!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=wS9-...
www.youtube.com
December 11, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Check out my pals Tiger Wizard and Beckett from Exalted Funeral chop it up about PAGE3. 1pm EST on YouTube!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=wS9-...
Coffee & Coffins Premiere Episode
YouTube video by Exalted Funeral
www.youtube.com
December 11, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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New Pod! 2 of my favs, @sallycantirino.bsky.social and @johnmcguirerpg.bsky.social return to chat ORLA! from @madcavestudios.com , Under the Shadow of the Noon-Day Witch, collaborating, King Diamond, and a whole heap more!

Video: youtu.be/E5M5OG_oSnc

Audio: open.spotify.com/episode/205D...
Comics-Coffee-Metal Podcast # 166: Sally Cantirino and John McGuire
YouTube video by COMICS - COFFEE - METAL
youtu.be
November 21, 2025 at 6:33 PM
To all my congoing pals trying to save on hotel bookings for conventions next year, I got a hot tip for ya.

Hotels.com is having a Black Friday Sale.

I just booked my hotel for PAGE 3 and got a rate I haven't seen since 2018.
Hotels.com
November 21, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Ahoy, pals!

I'll be rippin' it at PAX U on Saturday from around noon till the show floor closes.

I'll be using the EF booth as a home base, so if ya see me, don't be shy about saying hi! Just look for the hair!
November 20, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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A lot of people on stream talk about hobby burnout and overwhelm, so I complied this list of things that helps me when I’m feeling stuck! 💖
Ten Tips to Help With Hobby Burnout- Enjoy Painting Miniatures Again!
YouTube video by Witty Volkova
youtu.be
November 20, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Rocky’s a good dude who has been dealt a bad hand. Please give a little if ya can.

www.gofundme.com/f/help-the-g...
Donate to Help the Gardner Family Through Rocky's Cancer Battle, organized by Jennifer Glazar
Help Support the Gardner Family in Rocky’s Fight Against Cancer … Jennifer Glazar needs your support for Help the Gardner Family Through Rocky's Cancer Battle
www.gofundme.com
November 19, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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Ham and Egg Publishing, Days of Future Fairhaven by @johnmcguirerpg.bsky.social and
@planetxgames.bsky.social
Cover by @sallycantirino.bsky.social

A Girl Named Doom by
@ohheybuddy.bsky.social
Cover by @zackules.bsky.social
November 15, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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This is a new introduction thread for myself. I'm Clayton Notestine ("note-styne"). I'm a learner, reviewer, and design writer in tabletop rpgs. I make tools and resources.

This thread is my current list of favorite articles and projects on Explorers Design.
Explorers Design
Bespoke adventures, tools, and resources for tabletop rpg designers.
www.explorersdesign.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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“You’ll only be able to live with it for so long, before it takes its toll.”

ORLA! #4, from me, @sallycantirino.bsky.social, @dearbhlala.bsky.social, @letteringbear.bsky.social & @madcavestudios.com, is out on 26th November, in TWO WEEKS!
November 12, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Stoked to wake up to an article explaining the current Affinity situation. Super greatful to @explorersdesign.bsky.social for the excellent breakdown.

www.explorersdesign.com/affinity-imp...
Affinity Studio First Impressions
Is Affinity Studio the right software for tabletop rpg designers?
www.explorersdesign.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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On her birthday, we'd like to remember special effects makeup artist Milicent Patrick who famously designed the Gill Man suit for Universal's CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON.
November 11, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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🐭 Mausritter Month 🐭

Today, featuring Tiger Wizard @tigerwizard.bsky.social and Joey Royale @joeyroyale.bsky.social Tails from the Night Market, a collection of three darkly whimsical pamphlet adventures for the Mausritter. Magic! Mutants! Booze! Sideshows! Tattoos! Fortune Telling! Souvenirs!
Tails from the Night Market: Mausritter Adventures
Since the Night Market opened a month ago, micefolk have traveled from miles around to revel in culinary delights and exotic entertainment. Everybody wants a paw in on the action and it all comes with...
www.backerkit.com
November 5, 2025 at 3:58 PM
We’ve got three hours left. Thanks to everybody for their support on this one. It means the world to all of us here at Ham & Egg Publishing.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/joh...
Under the Shadow of the Noon-Day Witch
A Dark Folk Horror third-party adventure for Sickest Witch RPG.
www.kickstarter.com
November 5, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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Did you miss FOC for ORLA! #4? Fear not, you can still pick up a copy direct from @madcavestudios.com, with both print and digital options available!

madcavestudios.com/product/orla...
Orla! - Issue 4 Pre-Order - Mad Cave Studios
Following the disastrous events of Halloween, Orla is in freefall, and has never felt more alone. Fully embracing her murderous mission, she has set her vengeful sights on her white whale: odious mano...
madcavestudios.com
November 5, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Under the Shadow of the Noon-Day Witch: A Dark Folk Horror 3PP adventure for Sickest Witch RPG is in its last 24 hours on Kickstarter!

I am stoked to get to the end of the campaign and overflowing with gratitude. Thanks to everybody who checked it out!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/joh...
Under the Shadow of the Noon-Day Witch
A Dark Folk Horror third-party adventure for Sickest Witch RPG.
www.kickstarter.com
November 4, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Two of my favorite people on the planet, @joeyroyale.bsky.social and @tigerwizard.bsky.social just launched Tails from the Night Market for Mausritter Month on Backerkit. It is going to rule. Check it out!

www.backerkit.com/c/projects/g...
Tails from the Night Market: Mausritter Adventures
Since the Night Market opened a month ago, micefolk have traveled from miles around to revel in culinary delights and exotic entertainment. Everybody wants a paw in on the action and it all comes with...
www.backerkit.com
November 4, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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Saturday, December 6 is our annual tabletop holiday market featuring Indie game creators at Peabody Heights Brewery! Free and all ages. Over 30 indie tabletop companies/creators.
October 30, 2025 at 8:47 PM