Nomadotto
@nomadotto.bsky.social
Designer of Rex Regnat, a game about the Polish Constitution of 1791. The mathier half of The Force Unlimited. Makes board games, data analysis, bad decisions. Portfolio - sites.google.com/view/damonicdesigns
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Just a little teaser from Night Witches.
February 10, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Just a little teaser from Night Witches.
Got some new prototypes in for Train of Thought and Hench in prep for Unpub. Things are lookin' pretty snazzy! Huge thanks to the folks at @printplaygames.com for the quick turnaround and quality products.
February 10, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Got some new prototypes in for Train of Thought and Hench in prep for Unpub. Things are lookin' pretty snazzy! Huge thanks to the folks at @printplaygames.com for the quick turnaround and quality products.
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🎲✂️ YES there's still time to get a playtest table at Unpub -- in fact one just opened up for the coveted Saturday midday slot (!!!). Only days left to get the special hotel rate, too.
Why wait? Register now!
Why wait? Register now!
February 9, 2026 at 5:32 PM
🎲✂️ YES there's still time to get a playtest table at Unpub -- in fact one just opened up for the coveted Saturday midday slot (!!!). Only days left to get the special hotel rate, too.
Why wait? Register now!
Why wait? Register now!
Got back my Ion Awards feedback for Hench, and there was a big spread. Some folks really dug it, and it left others cold. Totally fair! At least everyone liked the theme 😊
February 6, 2026 at 12:33 AM
Got back my Ion Awards feedback for Hench, and there was a big spread. Some folks really dug it, and it left others cold. Totally fair! At least everyone liked the theme 😊
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I asked game designers in the Unpub space at PAXU what they got out of being there. The answer: a lot! But don't take their word for it -- find out for yourself at Unpub Festival, this spring's premiere tabletop playtesting event.
Designer tickets are still available!
Designer tickets are still available!
February 5, 2026 at 6:04 PM
I asked game designers in the Unpub space at PAXU what they got out of being there. The answer: a lot! But don't take their word for it -- find out for yourself at Unpub Festival, this spring's premiere tabletop playtesting event.
Designer tickets are still available!
Designer tickets are still available!
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His Majesty, The Worm is cool. No other notes.
February 2, 2026 at 2:54 AM
His Majesty, The Worm is cool. No other notes.
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Box art for @fortcircle.bsky.social's upcoming "Peace 1905". I love this.
February 1, 2026 at 4:09 PM
Box art for @fortcircle.bsky.social's upcoming "Peace 1905". I love this.
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A conversation digging into all the ins and outs of submitting to board game design contests… like the Cardboard Edison Award, via @meeplesyrupshow.bsky.social
#BestInShow w/ Pam Walls
YouTube video by Meeple Syrup Show
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January 31, 2026 at 5:33 PM
A conversation digging into all the ins and outs of submitting to board game design contests… like the Cardboard Edison Award, via @meeplesyrupshow.bsky.social
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It's the FINAL DAY FOR CARDBOARD EDISON AWARD SUBMISSIONS! We'll have a final count tomorrow, but let's just say we and our judges will be quite busy in the coming weeks! cardboardedison.com/award
January 31, 2026 at 4:56 PM
It's the FINAL DAY FOR CARDBOARD EDISON AWARD SUBMISSIONS! We'll have a final count tomorrow, but let's just say we and our judges will be quite busy in the coming weeks! cardboardedison.com/award
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If you have any interest in making games, playing games, or just like to think about games... this is a very fun event.
I went last year for the first time and was really impressed with both the panels and the playtesting. Happy to be going back again this year.
I went last year for the first time and was really impressed with both the panels and the playtesting. Happy to be going back again this year.
Unpub Festival 2026 is soon!!
🎲✂️ Meet award-winning game designers
🎲✂️ Play games in development with an inclusive community
🎲✂️ Give feedback on games that will be on your
table in the future
https://f.mtr.cool/phpmyzrwtk
🎲✂️ Meet award-winning game designers
🎲✂️ Play games in development with an inclusive community
🎲✂️ Give feedback on games that will be on your
table in the future
https://f.mtr.cool/phpmyzrwtk
January 29, 2026 at 11:43 PM
If you have any interest in making games, playing games, or just like to think about games... this is a very fun event.
I went last year for the first time and was really impressed with both the panels and the playtesting. Happy to be going back again this year.
I went last year for the first time and was really impressed with both the panels and the playtesting. Happy to be going back again this year.
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Designers: There are STILL a handful of tables available to playtest at Unpub. Don't miss out -- time's running out...
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January 29, 2026 at 10:51 PM
Designers: There are STILL a handful of tables available to playtest at Unpub. Don't miss out -- time's running out...
🔥....⏰
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Did an unguided playtest of Hench yesterday, but had to step in a couple of times because the testers skimmed the rules and missed critical info (like the whole turn flow). Clearly I need to restructure the rulebook
a close up of a man in a suit and tie with a sad look on his face .
ALT: a close up of a man in a suit and tie with a sad look on his face .
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January 26, 2026 at 1:17 AM
Did an unguided playtest of Hench yesterday, but had to step in a couple of times because the testers skimmed the rules and missed critical info (like the whole turn flow). Clearly I need to restructure the rulebook
Finally got a full tournament scenario of Churchill in. It has a lot of rough edges, but I enjoy the focus on the political aspect of the conflict, rather than the actual fighting. I had the most points, but lost to the Soviets because I was too far ahead, which is little weird, but that's the game
January 24, 2026 at 7:15 AM
Finally got a full tournament scenario of Churchill in. It has a lot of rough edges, but I enjoy the focus on the political aspect of the conflict, rather than the actual fighting. I had the most points, but lost to the Soviets because I was too far ahead, which is little weird, but that's the game
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It can be tricky balancing a multivictor game that rides the line between cooperative and competitive. Come listen to us chat with @zesock.bsky.social about the lessons he learned balancing his game Thieve's Dilemma for both playstyles.
youtu.be/sjFR6lWrGWc
youtu.be/sjFR6lWrGWc
Balancing Hearts - Dialogues at Dusk
YouTube video by Lunarpunk Games
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January 24, 2026 at 1:40 AM
It can be tricky balancing a multivictor game that rides the line between cooperative and competitive. Come listen to us chat with @zesock.bsky.social about the lessons he learned balancing his game Thieve's Dilemma for both playstyles.
youtu.be/sjFR6lWrGWc
youtu.be/sjFR6lWrGWc
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A Lawless Time Preview Cards | The Force Unlimited
Three new cards for #starwarsunlimited
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January 23, 2026 at 5:27 PM
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This is exactly how I play tabletop games.
January 21, 2026 at 6:07 PM
This is exactly how I play tabletop games.
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After a long hiatus the game I designed, Honeypot, is finally coming to Kickstarter next month!
Play as secret agent bears setting traps & avoiding traps in this "I stack, you choose" card game.
Would mean a lot to me if you checked it out!
Reposts welcomed.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/fla...
Play as secret agent bears setting traps & avoiding traps in this "I stack, you choose" card game.
Would mean a lot to me if you checked it out!
Reposts welcomed.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/fla...
Coming soon: Forage + Honeypot
A pair of fast and fun games for everyone, from the team that brought you the smash hits Point Salad, Calico, and Cascadia!
www.kickstarter.com
January 20, 2026 at 5:42 PM
After a long hiatus the game I designed, Honeypot, is finally coming to Kickstarter next month!
Play as secret agent bears setting traps & avoiding traps in this "I stack, you choose" card game.
Would mean a lot to me if you checked it out!
Reposts welcomed.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/fla...
Play as secret agent bears setting traps & avoiding traps in this "I stack, you choose" card game.
Would mean a lot to me if you checked it out!
Reposts welcomed.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/fla...
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Gary Larson: In my cartoon I invented Cow Tools as a cautionary tale
Cows: At long last, we have created the Cow Tools from classic newspaper comic Cow Tools
Cows: At long last, we have created the Cow Tools from classic newspaper comic Cow Tools
January 19, 2026 at 5:04 PM
Gary Larson: In my cartoon I invented Cow Tools as a cautionary tale
Cows: At long last, we have created the Cow Tools from classic newspaper comic Cow Tools
Cows: At long last, we have created the Cow Tools from classic newspaper comic Cow Tools
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Among my most anticipated historical board game releases of 2026: Peace 1905, a delicate balancing act of peace, national interest, and face-saving (@writegameread.bsky.social @fortcircle.bsky.social). Read more:
cliosboardgames.wordpress.com/2026/01/11/m...
cliosboardgames.wordpress.com/2026/01/11/m...
January 19, 2026 at 5:50 PM
Among my most anticipated historical board game releases of 2026: Peace 1905, a delicate balancing act of peace, national interest, and face-saving (@writegameread.bsky.social @fortcircle.bsky.social). Read more:
cliosboardgames.wordpress.com/2026/01/11/m...
cliosboardgames.wordpress.com/2026/01/11/m...
Really solid test of Hench with the @breakmygame.com PDX crew! Game feels really dialed in and the players were super positive. Need a couple of card tweaks and then I think we're ready for unguided testing✂️🎲
January 19, 2026 at 2:12 AM
Really solid test of Hench with the @breakmygame.com PDX crew! Game feels really dialed in and the players were super positive. Need a couple of card tweaks and then I think we're ready for unguided testing✂️🎲
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🎲✂️ Buzzing with nervous and excited energy after a great digital Pact playtest with a group of designers who were both very excited to tell their story of Branchbourne, but also give critical and actionable feedback on graphic design. We're on the right track! And yet still have so far to go!
January 17, 2026 at 6:40 PM
🎲✂️ Buzzing with nervous and excited energy after a great digital Pact playtest with a group of designers who were both very excited to tell their story of Branchbourne, but also give critical and actionable feedback on graphic design. We're on the right track! And yet still have so far to go!
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Had a really lovely test of Train of Thought with the Protospiel folks. Feels like it's in a really good place now (with some of the more fiddly systems removed and turns reduced from 13 -> 9). Now to actually write the blessed rulebook and start making pitching materials 😓
Had a really lovely test of Train of Thought with the Protospiel folks. Feels like it's in a really good place now (with some of the more fiddly systems removed and turns reduced from 13 -> 9). Now to actually write the blessed rulebook and start making pitching materials 😓
January 17, 2026 at 9:28 PM
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Had a really lovely test of Train of Thought with the Protospiel folks. Feels like it's in a really good place now (with some of the more fiddly systems removed and turns reduced from 13 -> 9). Now to actually write the blessed rulebook and start making pitching materials 😓
Had a really lovely test of Train of Thought with the Protospiel folks. Feels like it's in a really good place now (with some of the more fiddly systems removed and turns reduced from 13 -> 9). Now to actually write the blessed rulebook and start making pitching materials 😓
Had a really lovely test of @zhoekstra.bsky.social 's Pact. It's a great adaptation of COIN mechanics into a much more approachable space. Excited to see where it goes!
January 17, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Had a really lovely test of @zhoekstra.bsky.social 's Pact. It's a great adaptation of COIN mechanics into a much more approachable space. Excited to see where it goes!
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Want to make the most of Unpub Festival? Worried about late-night FOMO? Stay onsite to maximize the fun!
Book by Feb 11th for attendees-only discount:
https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1747848194805&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink&inventoryMissing=true
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Book by Feb 11th for attendees-only discount:
https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1747848194805&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink&inventoryMissing=true
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January 15, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Want to make the most of Unpub Festival? Worried about late-night FOMO? Stay onsite to maximize the fun!
Book by Feb 11th for attendees-only discount:
https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1747848194805&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink&inventoryMissing=true
🎲✂️
Book by Feb 11th for attendees-only discount:
https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1747848194805&key=GRP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink&inventoryMissing=true
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