Lugh Samldanach
@samldanach.bsky.social
Frequently known as Marshall Smith. Husband, gamer, data wrangler, liberal, punster, artist.
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My new favorite kind of meme is "here are detailed instructions on how to turn off AI". 🔨
November 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
My new favorite kind of meme is "here are detailed instructions on how to turn off AI". 🔨
"how did you get into ttrpgs"
I read D'Aulaire's and Narnia and TTRPGS just grew around me like a cocoon.
I read D'Aulaire's and Narnia and TTRPGS just grew around me like a cocoon.
"how did you get into ttrpgs"
Oh, I was bitten by a radioactive ttrpg when I was younger.
Oh, I was bitten by a radioactive ttrpg when I was younger.
November 19, 2025 at 8:06 PM
"how did you get into ttrpgs"
I read D'Aulaire's and Narnia and TTRPGS just grew around me like a cocoon.
I read D'Aulaire's and Narnia and TTRPGS just grew around me like a cocoon.
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Why am I so against generative AI in games?
Because I simply do not want my initial reaction to art to be one of suspicion and scrutiny, AI slop is fundamentally damaging my relationship to art and artistry, and I am deeply resentful that it is forcing me to be guarded when I should be wowed.
Because I simply do not want my initial reaction to art to be one of suspicion and scrutiny, AI slop is fundamentally damaging my relationship to art and artistry, and I am deeply resentful that it is forcing me to be guarded when I should be wowed.
November 17, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Why am I so against generative AI in games?
Because I simply do not want my initial reaction to art to be one of suspicion and scrutiny, AI slop is fundamentally damaging my relationship to art and artistry, and I am deeply resentful that it is forcing me to be guarded when I should be wowed.
Because I simply do not want my initial reaction to art to be one of suspicion and scrutiny, AI slop is fundamentally damaging my relationship to art and artistry, and I am deeply resentful that it is forcing me to be guarded when I should be wowed.
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NEW: Epstein survivors release the most powerful PSA I have ever seen.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
November 16, 2025 at 11:43 PM
NEW: Epstein survivors release the most powerful PSA I have ever seen.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
Just saw a video for this at the Alamo pre show. That's a hell of a good song. youtu.be/HLZCwSc1ibo?...
Everything I've Got Belongs To You (Remastered 2023)
YouTube video by Blossom Dearie - Topic
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November 8, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Just saw a video for this at the Alamo pre show. That's a hell of a good song. youtu.be/HLZCwSc1ibo?...
We saw Bogonia last night. Super weird, fairly disturbing, but exceptionally well done. Emma Stone and Jesse Plemmons are fantastic. The plot is INSANE and the twists just don't stop. I don't know that I want to see it again, but I'm very glad I saw it.
November 8, 2025 at 11:07 PM
We saw Bogonia last night. Super weird, fairly disturbing, but exceptionally well done. Emma Stone and Jesse Plemmons are fantastic. The plot is INSANE and the twists just don't stop. I don't know that I want to see it again, but I'm very glad I saw it.
Did this picture of Xanathar from The Official Dungeons and Dragons Coloring Book a couple weeks ago. Finished inking it tonight. It made a big difference. Very happy with it. #dnd #ttrpg #watercolor
October 24, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Did this picture of Xanathar from The Official Dungeons and Dragons Coloring Book a couple weeks ago. Finished inking it tonight. It made a big difference. Very happy with it. #dnd #ttrpg #watercolor
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I want to live in a world where we can dance if we want to, but we refuse to leave our friends behind even if they don't dance.
October 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM
I want to live in a world where we can dance if we want to, but we refuse to leave our friends behind even if they don't dance.
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Former Chris Christie aid Kevin Tomafsky sentenced to ten years in prison for raping a 6 year old.
His victim will still be a minor when he’s released.
There’s something wrong with the sentencing guidelines when a man who does this to a child can be out before the child even reaches adulthood.
His victim will still be a minor when he’s released.
There’s something wrong with the sentencing guidelines when a man who does this to a child can be out before the child even reaches adulthood.
Ex-Christie staffer gets ten years in prison for sex with six-year-old - New Jersey Globe
A former aide to New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie was sentenced to ten years in prison for engaging in a sexual act with a six-year-old child. Kevin
newjerseyglobe.com
October 19, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Former Chris Christie aid Kevin Tomafsky sentenced to ten years in prison for raping a 6 year old.
His victim will still be a minor when he’s released.
There’s something wrong with the sentencing guidelines when a man who does this to a child can be out before the child even reaches adulthood.
His victim will still be a minor when he’s released.
There’s something wrong with the sentencing guidelines when a man who does this to a child can be out before the child even reaches adulthood.
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Cities are developing a new approach to developing housing: Integrating it into mixed-use library projects. These investments improve neighborhood vitality, add housing & improve services.
In new research @urbaninstitute.bsky.social, I create a database of such projects & point to success stories ⏬
In new research @urbaninstitute.bsky.social, I create a database of such projects & point to success stories ⏬
Aging Libraries Could Offer Cities a Unique Opportunity to Build New Housing While Improving Public Services
Since 2000, more than 1,800 apartment units have been built in combined library-housing developments. These projects not only address local housing needs but…
www.urban.org
October 8, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Cities are developing a new approach to developing housing: Integrating it into mixed-use library projects. These investments improve neighborhood vitality, add housing & improve services.
In new research @urbaninstitute.bsky.social, I create a database of such projects & point to success stories ⏬
In new research @urbaninstitute.bsky.social, I create a database of such projects & point to success stories ⏬
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*applause*
We are thrilled to announce that our NEW Large Language Model will be released on 11.18.25.
October 1, 2025 at 4:26 PM
*applause*
Painted a scene of Xanathar from The Official Dungeons and Dragons Coloring Book today. I think I need to go back and ink it, but I'm pretty pleased. #ttrpg #dnd #coloringbook #watercolor
September 28, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Painted a scene of Xanathar from The Official Dungeons and Dragons Coloring Book today. I think I need to go back and ink it, but I'm pretty pleased. #ttrpg #dnd #coloringbook #watercolor
Came across this on TikTok and it looks awesome. I don't play in person enough to warrant another dice tower though. #ttrpg #dnd www.kickstarter.com/projects/fyr...
Fantasy Book Themed Dice Tower and Spell Tracker
Adventure lays just outside your door, but why risk it when you can crack open a book. (It is a dice tower that looks like a book.)
www.kickstarter.com
September 27, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Came across this on TikTok and it looks awesome. I don't play in person enough to warrant another dice tower though. #ttrpg #dnd www.kickstarter.com/projects/fyr...
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New Melodicka Bros cover just dropped.
KPop Demon Hunters - GOLDEN (Epic Orchestral Cover by Melodicka bros feat @xeria.0 ) Huntr/x
YouTube video by Melodicka Bros
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September 27, 2025 at 1:40 AM
New Melodicka Bros cover just dropped.
Did a roast pork loin on the grill tonight. It turned out real purty.
September 26, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Did a roast pork loin on the grill tonight. It turned out real purty.
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here's a new one for them
September 22, 2025 at 1:10 PM
here's a new one for them
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@rvaux16.bsky.social Stopped by a new (to me) LGS for Free RPG Day. Spotted an old friend on the shelf!
June 21, 2025 at 4:57 PM
@rvaux16.bsky.social Stopped by a new (to me) LGS for Free RPG Day. Spotted an old friend on the shelf!
Human psychology is weird. We had a Dem primary for Lt Gov and AG yesterday. Out of all the candidates, I was fine with any of them. But this morning I'm weirdly pleased and proud that the people I voted for won. Why?
June 18, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Human psychology is weird. We had a Dem primary for Lt Gov and AG yesterday. Out of all the candidates, I was fine with any of them. But this morning I'm weirdly pleased and proud that the people I voted for won. Why?
Name 3 reasons folks may dislike your fave RPG:
Spycraft (First Edition)
1. D20? Is that even a thing anymore?
2. Why does *everything* need its own subsystem complete with its own feat tree?
3. I thought we were playing Mission Impossible? Why are there options for telekinesis and magic Nazis?
Spycraft (First Edition)
1. D20? Is that even a thing anymore?
2. Why does *everything* need its own subsystem complete with its own feat tree?
3. I thought we were playing Mission Impossible? Why are there options for telekinesis and magic Nazis?
So a meme!
Name 3 reasons folks may dislike your fave RPG:
GURPS.
1. Some folks don’t like a very long skill list where pistol and rifle are different skills.
2. Some folks don’t like the
1 second combat turn. They want to do move and attack in one turn.
3. Some want less physics and more fiction.
Name 3 reasons folks may dislike your fave RPG:
GURPS.
1. Some folks don’t like a very long skill list where pistol and rifle are different skills.
2. Some folks don’t like the
1 second combat turn. They want to do move and attack in one turn.
3. Some want less physics and more fiction.
May 28, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Name 3 reasons folks may dislike your fave RPG:
Spycraft (First Edition)
1. D20? Is that even a thing anymore?
2. Why does *everything* need its own subsystem complete with its own feat tree?
3. I thought we were playing Mission Impossible? Why are there options for telekinesis and magic Nazis?
Spycraft (First Edition)
1. D20? Is that even a thing anymore?
2. Why does *everything* need its own subsystem complete with its own feat tree?
3. I thought we were playing Mission Impossible? Why are there options for telekinesis and magic Nazis?
At the request of @steve-o-negative.bsky.social I release ... The Quacken!! @figmentsdreams.bsky.social
May 27, 2025 at 11:39 PM
At the request of @steve-o-negative.bsky.social I release ... The Quacken!! @figmentsdreams.bsky.social
Saw MI Final Reckoning. If you like the MI films it was REALLY good. Great callbacks, good action, decent plot, less gratuitous action than usual. If you don't like MI, it didn't bring anything to change your mind.
May 24, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Saw MI Final Reckoning. If you like the MI films it was REALLY good. Great callbacks, good action, decent plot, less gratuitous action than usual. If you don't like MI, it didn't bring anything to change your mind.
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Amateur collection...
May 17, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Amateur collection...
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I've just quit my job at CBR, and won't be working with any Valnet-affiliated publication again. Jeanette White and @dianedarcy.bsky.social were two of the best editors I've ever had. I stand with them, the fired Polygon employees, and anyone hurt by this behavior.
www.thewrap.com/valnet-emplo...
www.thewrap.com/valnet-emplo...
‘You're a Problematic and Emotional Woman’: Former Valnet Employees Detail Work Experiences | Exclusive
Former CBR senior editor Lissete Lanuza-Saenz has come forward with disturbing allegations about her time at the Valnet owned company.
www.thewrap.com
May 9, 2025 at 2:57 PM
I've just quit my job at CBR, and won't be working with any Valnet-affiliated publication again. Jeanette White and @dianedarcy.bsky.social were two of the best editors I've ever had. I stand with them, the fired Polygon employees, and anyone hurt by this behavior.
www.thewrap.com/valnet-emplo...
www.thewrap.com/valnet-emplo...