Scriv The Bard
@scrivthebard.bsky.social
She/They 🇵🇭🇺🇸
Writer, Game Designer, and Cultural Psychologist
Creator of Bard RPG | Founder of The Bard Commune: Editorial and Consultancy Service | #BecomePlayers
Writer, Game Designer, and Cultural Psychologist
Creator of Bard RPG | Founder of The Bard Commune: Editorial and Consultancy Service | #BecomePlayers
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Scriv The Bard
@scrivthebard.bsky.social
· Oct 19
Stories shape us. Woven from shared memories & dreams, they are the fabric of humanity that continues to inspire.
In #BardRPG, you explore your unique Archetypal role, weave together Story Threads, and reveal a new story all your own.
All-ages. Genre-Agnostic.
Available at IPR & Tattered Bear 🔥
In #BardRPG, you explore your unique Archetypal role, weave together Story Threads, and reveal a new story all your own.
All-ages. Genre-Agnostic.
Available at IPR & Tattered Bear 🔥
Slowly but surely getting the channel & overlays stream-ready!!
I'll be easing back into things with some Chill Creation next Tues @ 1830GMT/ 1330 EST!
Hit follow on twitch if you want to join in...and don't forget your cozy snacks 😋
m.twitch.tv/scrivthebard...
I'll be easing back into things with some Chill Creation next Tues @ 1830GMT/ 1330 EST!
Hit follow on twitch if you want to join in...and don't forget your cozy snacks 😋
m.twitch.tv/scrivthebard...
Twitch
Twitch is the world
m.twitch.tv
November 13, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Slowly but surely getting the channel & overlays stream-ready!!
I'll be easing back into things with some Chill Creation next Tues @ 1830GMT/ 1330 EST!
Hit follow on twitch if you want to join in...and don't forget your cozy snacks 😋
m.twitch.tv/scrivthebard...
I'll be easing back into things with some Chill Creation next Tues @ 1830GMT/ 1330 EST!
Hit follow on twitch if you want to join in...and don't forget your cozy snacks 😋
m.twitch.tv/scrivthebard...
Planning for @jinglejam.co.uk is in full swing!!
I'll once again be raising money for @becomecharity.org.uk and @warchilduk.bsky.social, from 1-14 Dec.
The full program will be released soon, but get ready for games, coziness, and brand new adventures!
Now to choose some tea for the occasion 🤔
I'll once again be raising money for @becomecharity.org.uk and @warchilduk.bsky.social, from 1-14 Dec.
The full program will be released soon, but get ready for games, coziness, and brand new adventures!
Now to choose some tea for the occasion 🤔
November 13, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Planning for @jinglejam.co.uk is in full swing!!
I'll once again be raising money for @becomecharity.org.uk and @warchilduk.bsky.social, from 1-14 Dec.
The full program will be released soon, but get ready for games, coziness, and brand new adventures!
Now to choose some tea for the occasion 🤔
I'll once again be raising money for @becomecharity.org.uk and @warchilduk.bsky.social, from 1-14 Dec.
The full program will be released soon, but get ready for games, coziness, and brand new adventures!
Now to choose some tea for the occasion 🤔
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We're so glad to welcome @becomecharity.org.uk to Jingle Jam for the very first time.
Become exists to help every child and young person with experience of the care system in England to get the support they need and deserve.
Become exists to help every child and young person with experience of the care system in England to get the support they need and deserve.
October 9, 2025 at 5:25 PM
We're so glad to welcome @becomecharity.org.uk to Jingle Jam for the very first time.
Become exists to help every child and young person with experience of the care system in England to get the support they need and deserve.
Become exists to help every child and young person with experience of the care system in England to get the support they need and deserve.
The countdown to Scribbler Hug 2025 begins!
I'm very excited to once again be partnering with Become UK for their big community Jingle Jam event! Catch me and other amazing "Become Players" from 1-14 December.
If you'd like to join the community, sign up here:
share.google/htoMtjBHnYAW...
I'm very excited to once again be partnering with Become UK for their big community Jingle Jam event! Catch me and other amazing "Become Players" from 1-14 December.
If you'd like to join the community, sign up here:
share.google/htoMtjBHnYAW...
Jingle Jam - Become
Bring your community together over 1-14 December and game for care-experienced young people at Jingle Jam 2025.
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November 3, 2025 at 8:07 PM
The countdown to Scribbler Hug 2025 begins!
I'm very excited to once again be partnering with Become UK for their big community Jingle Jam event! Catch me and other amazing "Become Players" from 1-14 December.
If you'd like to join the community, sign up here:
share.google/htoMtjBHnYAW...
I'm very excited to once again be partnering with Become UK for their big community Jingle Jam event! Catch me and other amazing "Become Players" from 1-14 December.
If you'd like to join the community, sign up here:
share.google/htoMtjBHnYAW...
Ever go back and read something you wrote...and actually still love it?? 😲
Anyhoo, Bard RPG is still selling over at IPR! 💜
www.indiepressrevolution.com/xcart/Bard-R...
Anyhoo, Bard RPG is still selling over at IPR! 💜
www.indiepressrevolution.com/xcart/Bard-R...
Bard RPG (hardcover) :: Game Books :: IPR
Indie Press Revolution (IPR) is a direct sales network of quality independent publishers, dedicated to bringing you the best of small press tabletop roleplaying and storytelling games.
www.indiepressrevolution.com
October 31, 2025 at 7:47 AM
Ever go back and read something you wrote...and actually still love it?? 😲
Anyhoo, Bard RPG is still selling over at IPR! 💜
www.indiepressrevolution.com/xcart/Bard-R...
Anyhoo, Bard RPG is still selling over at IPR! 💜
www.indiepressrevolution.com/xcart/Bard-R...
LOL.
Remember this?
Yeah...we never went back to the US.
We're setting our roots down in the EU 🐸 🇪🇺
Remember this?
Yeah...we never went back to the US.
We're setting our roots down in the EU 🐸 🇪🇺
The dayjob is relocating us to the US...
...my non-American partner's visa was denied under dubious circumstances.
We're working through some options now but, I might be looking for new employment soon and it sure as hell won't be in the U.S.
Shiiiiiit.
...my non-American partner's visa was denied under dubious circumstances.
We're working through some options now but, I might be looking for new employment soon and it sure as hell won't be in the U.S.
Shiiiiiit.
October 30, 2025 at 8:43 PM
LOL.
Remember this?
Yeah...we never went back to the US.
We're setting our roots down in the EU 🐸 🇪🇺
Remember this?
Yeah...we never went back to the US.
We're setting our roots down in the EU 🐸 🇪🇺
One bright spark of inspiration was a message from the lovely Will from Become UK (longtime charity partner).
I'm honored to be supporting their big Jingle Jam charity event this year, from 1-14 Dec🎄
I'll be writing a brand adventure just for the occasion! Event details coming soon 💜
I'm honored to be supporting their big Jingle Jam charity event this year, from 1-14 Dec🎄
I'll be writing a brand adventure just for the occasion! Event details coming soon 💜
an aerial view of a snowy forest with mountains in the background and netflix written on the bottom
ALT: an aerial view of a snowy forest with mountains in the background and netflix written on the bottom
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October 30, 2025 at 8:35 PM
One bright spark of inspiration was a message from the lovely Will from Become UK (longtime charity partner).
I'm honored to be supporting their big Jingle Jam charity event this year, from 1-14 Dec🎄
I'll be writing a brand adventure just for the occasion! Event details coming soon 💜
I'm honored to be supporting their big Jingle Jam charity event this year, from 1-14 Dec🎄
I'll be writing a brand adventure just for the occasion! Event details coming soon 💜
Time to resurface again 💜
I very nearly deleted all my social media, utterly burnt out for reasons I hope I'll be able to share soon.
With the current state of the world, it's easy to lose the inspiration to create.
But now, I'm eager to reconnect with you lovely souls. Anyone fancy a group hug?
I very nearly deleted all my social media, utterly burnt out for reasons I hope I'll be able to share soon.
With the current state of the world, it's easy to lose the inspiration to create.
But now, I'm eager to reconnect with you lovely souls. Anyone fancy a group hug?
two dogs standing next to each other in the snow looking at the camera
ALT: two dogs standing next to each other in the snow looking at the camera
media.tenor.com
October 30, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Time to resurface again 💜
I very nearly deleted all my social media, utterly burnt out for reasons I hope I'll be able to share soon.
With the current state of the world, it's easy to lose the inspiration to create.
But now, I'm eager to reconnect with you lovely souls. Anyone fancy a group hug?
I very nearly deleted all my social media, utterly burnt out for reasons I hope I'll be able to share soon.
With the current state of the world, it's easy to lose the inspiration to create.
But now, I'm eager to reconnect with you lovely souls. Anyone fancy a group hug?
Reposted by Scriv The Bard
Indie #ttrpgs donated to my local library this morning include Animon Story by @zakbfree.bsky.social, Wyrmlings by @lonecolossusgames.bsky.social, The Geologist’s Primer by @doubleproficiency.com, Bard RPG by @scrivthebard.bsky.social, and Kids on Brooms by @huntersent.bsky.social.
June 3, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Indie #ttrpgs donated to my local library this morning include Animon Story by @zakbfree.bsky.social, Wyrmlings by @lonecolossusgames.bsky.social, The Geologist’s Primer by @doubleproficiency.com, Bard RPG by @scrivthebard.bsky.social, and Kids on Brooms by @huntersent.bsky.social.
DELTARUNE DELTARUNE DELTARUNE
...yes, I am breaking my silence to shout this to the expanse because I am THAT HYPED.
...yes, I am breaking my silence to shout this to the expanse because I am THAT HYPED.
a pixel art drawing of a ghost holding a torch on a black background .
ALT: a pixel art drawing of a ghost holding a torch on a black background .
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June 4, 2025 at 6:35 PM
DELTARUNE DELTARUNE DELTARUNE
...yes, I am breaking my silence to shout this to the expanse because I am THAT HYPED.
...yes, I am breaking my silence to shout this to the expanse because I am THAT HYPED.
SCRIBBLERS!!!
If you haven't backed InfiniBrix yet, what are you even doin'?
This game has been a long time in the making and I cannot WAIT to play it with baby bardling one day.
LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN!!
InfiniBrix: Dream it, Build it, PLAY it!, via @Kickstarter www.kickstarter.com/projects/sta...
If you haven't backed InfiniBrix yet, what are you even doin'?
This game has been a long time in the making and I cannot WAIT to play it with baby bardling one day.
LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN!!
InfiniBrix: Dream it, Build it, PLAY it!, via @Kickstarter www.kickstarter.com/projects/sta...
InfiniBrix: Dream it, Build it, PLAY it!
Bring your toys to life in an action-packed, Saturday morning cartoon world of heroes, portals, and epic battle!
www.kickstarter.com
March 25, 2025 at 8:44 PM
SCRIBBLERS!!!
If you haven't backed InfiniBrix yet, what are you even doin'?
This game has been a long time in the making and I cannot WAIT to play it with baby bardling one day.
LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN!!
InfiniBrix: Dream it, Build it, PLAY it!, via @Kickstarter www.kickstarter.com/projects/sta...
If you haven't backed InfiniBrix yet, what are you even doin'?
This game has been a long time in the making and I cannot WAIT to play it with baby bardling one day.
LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN!!
InfiniBrix: Dream it, Build it, PLAY it!, via @Kickstarter www.kickstarter.com/projects/sta...
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Ran Michael's upcoming building block game Infinibrix yesterday. Watching adults turn into kids again is spectacularly fun, especially when they hit the exploding dice mechanics!
www.luckoflegends.com/infinibrix
www.luckoflegends.com/infinibrix
InfiniBrix! | Luck of Legends
The story game for all ages that brings construction bricks to life!
www.luckoflegends.com
February 3, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Ran Michael's upcoming building block game Infinibrix yesterday. Watching adults turn into kids again is spectacularly fun, especially when they hit the exploding dice mechanics!
www.luckoflegends.com/infinibrix
www.luckoflegends.com/infinibrix
Serious FOMO over missing InfiniBrix at SXSWedu!!
If you're heading out there in March, be sure to check it out! This one's going to be a total game-changer 👀
If you're heading out there in March, be sure to check it out! This one's going to be a total game-changer 👀
Super hyped to play @luckoflegends.bsky.social's Infinibrix at SXSWedu this March. Check it out! www.luckoflegends.com/infinibrix
InfiniBrix! | Luck of Legends
The story game for all ages that brings construction bricks to life!
www.luckoflegends.com
February 4, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Serious FOMO over missing InfiniBrix at SXSWedu!!
If you're heading out there in March, be sure to check it out! This one's going to be a total game-changer 👀
If you're heading out there in March, be sure to check it out! This one's going to be a total game-changer 👀
I didn't tag @wranglerofchaos.bsky.social in my previous post because I couldn't find the tag T_T
BUT CHECK OUT THE ZINE ANYWAY SCRIBBLERS!!
BUT CHECK OUT THE ZINE ANYWAY SCRIBBLERS!!
Check out how spiffy she made the KS page (and maybe join as a backer if you haven't!)
www.kickstarter.com/projects/jan...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/jan...
Imagine Queer Worlds
A Thoughtful Guide to Inclusive Worldbuilding
www.kickstarter.com
February 3, 2025 at 8:35 PM
I didn't tag @wranglerofchaos.bsky.social in my previous post because I couldn't find the tag T_T
BUT CHECK OUT THE ZINE ANYWAY SCRIBBLERS!!
BUT CHECK OUT THE ZINE ANYWAY SCRIBBLERS!!
Y'ALL LIKE WORLDBUILDING??
@tatteredbear.bsky.social fam Jaclyn launched their zine & it's smashing through stretch goals!
I've had the honor of working with Jaclyn on this guide & the way queer identity is explored through worldbuilding is just *chef's kiss*
www.kickstarter.com/projects/jan...
@tatteredbear.bsky.social fam Jaclyn launched their zine & it's smashing through stretch goals!
I've had the honor of working with Jaclyn on this guide & the way queer identity is explored through worldbuilding is just *chef's kiss*
www.kickstarter.com/projects/jan...
Imagine Queer Worlds
A Thoughtful Guide to Inclusive Worldbuilding
www.kickstarter.com
February 3, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Y'ALL LIKE WORLDBUILDING??
@tatteredbear.bsky.social fam Jaclyn launched their zine & it's smashing through stretch goals!
I've had the honor of working with Jaclyn on this guide & the way queer identity is explored through worldbuilding is just *chef's kiss*
www.kickstarter.com/projects/jan...
@tatteredbear.bsky.social fam Jaclyn launched their zine & it's smashing through stretch goals!
I've had the honor of working with Jaclyn on this guide & the way queer identity is explored through worldbuilding is just *chef's kiss*
www.kickstarter.com/projects/jan...
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A thread explaining this fucked up situation and our need for additional help.
Need at least £600
I know it's a lot, I'm so sorry
#MutualAid #Urgent #MutualAidRequest #HelpSky #HelpFolksLive2025 #Disabled #DisabilitySky 💸💕 ♿️
Need at least £600
I know it's a lot, I'm so sorry
#MutualAid #Urgent #MutualAidRequest #HelpSky #HelpFolksLive2025 #Disabled #DisabilitySky 💸💕 ♿️
January 30, 2025 at 1:55 PM
A thread explaining this fucked up situation and our need for additional help.
Need at least £600
I know it's a lot, I'm so sorry
#MutualAid #Urgent #MutualAidRequest #HelpSky #HelpFolksLive2025 #Disabled #DisabilitySky 💸💕 ♿️
Need at least £600
I know it's a lot, I'm so sorry
#MutualAid #Urgent #MutualAidRequest #HelpSky #HelpFolksLive2025 #Disabled #DisabilitySky 💸💕 ♿️
Reposted by Scriv The Bard
This month, I'll be highlighting games full of friendship, and we're kicking off with Wyrmlings by @lonecolossusgames.bsky.social!
Friendship is a bit factor in Wyrmlings, helping the group come together and making sure that everyone shines! Find my review here:
www.ttrpgkids.com/2023/03/30/r...
Friendship is a bit factor in Wyrmlings, helping the group come together and making sure that everyone shines! Find my review here:
www.ttrpgkids.com/2023/03/30/r...
February 2, 2025 at 1:36 PM
This month, I'll be highlighting games full of friendship, and we're kicking off with Wyrmlings by @lonecolossusgames.bsky.social!
Friendship is a bit factor in Wyrmlings, helping the group come together and making sure that everyone shines! Find my review here:
www.ttrpgkids.com/2023/03/30/r...
Friendship is a bit factor in Wyrmlings, helping the group come together and making sure that everyone shines! Find my review here:
www.ttrpgkids.com/2023/03/30/r...
2025 is my year for new growth/inspiration...
So I've joined @efafreelancers.bsky.social!
I've learned so much to complement my existing work in the indie games industry and I highly encourage all of my writer/editor fam to check it out.
Read more at scrivthebard.com/2025/02/02/e...
So I've joined @efafreelancers.bsky.social!
I've learned so much to complement my existing work in the indie games industry and I highly encourage all of my writer/editor fam to check it out.
Read more at scrivthebard.com/2025/02/02/e...
Editorial Freelancers Association
This year, I decided to take the next step towards turning this passion into a career. I’ve been writing, designing games, and offering editorial services for several years now, and while I h…
scrivthebard.com
February 2, 2025 at 12:18 PM
2025 is my year for new growth/inspiration...
So I've joined @efafreelancers.bsky.social!
I've learned so much to complement my existing work in the indie games industry and I highly encourage all of my writer/editor fam to check it out.
Read more at scrivthebard.com/2025/02/02/e...
So I've joined @efafreelancers.bsky.social!
I've learned so much to complement my existing work in the indie games industry and I highly encourage all of my writer/editor fam to check it out.
Read more at scrivthebard.com/2025/02/02/e...
The dayjob is relocating us to the US...
...my non-American partner's visa was denied under dubious circumstances.
We're working through some options now but, I might be looking for new employment soon and it sure as hell won't be in the U.S.
Shiiiiiit.
...my non-American partner's visa was denied under dubious circumstances.
We're working through some options now but, I might be looking for new employment soon and it sure as hell won't be in the U.S.
Shiiiiiit.
February 1, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The dayjob is relocating us to the US...
...my non-American partner's visa was denied under dubious circumstances.
We're working through some options now but, I might be looking for new employment soon and it sure as hell won't be in the U.S.
Shiiiiiit.
...my non-American partner's visa was denied under dubious circumstances.
We're working through some options now but, I might be looking for new employment soon and it sure as hell won't be in the U.S.
Shiiiiiit.
Super pleased that Bard RPG has sold well post-KS!!
So well that I get to pay taxes on it 😬
Anyhoo, the restock is en route to @indiepress.bsky.social and will be available for purchase soon!!
Y'all really like those hardcovers 💜
search.app/XfYuqSzTCTP6...
So well that I get to pay taxes on it 😬
Anyhoo, the restock is en route to @indiepress.bsky.social and will be available for purchase soon!!
Y'all really like those hardcovers 💜
search.app/XfYuqSzTCTP6...
Bard RPG (hardcover) :: Game Books :: IPR
Indie Press Revolution (IPR) is a direct sales network of quality independent publishers, dedicated to bringing you the best of small press tabletop roleplaying and storytelling games.
search.app
February 1, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Super pleased that Bard RPG has sold well post-KS!!
So well that I get to pay taxes on it 😬
Anyhoo, the restock is en route to @indiepress.bsky.social and will be available for purchase soon!!
Y'all really like those hardcovers 💜
search.app/XfYuqSzTCTP6...
So well that I get to pay taxes on it 😬
Anyhoo, the restock is en route to @indiepress.bsky.social and will be available for purchase soon!!
Y'all really like those hardcovers 💜
search.app/XfYuqSzTCTP6...
After years of attempting to revive my website, it's finally ready to go!
Introducing the latest scrivthebard.com
New year, new look, new exciting stories to explore!
Introducing the latest scrivthebard.com
New year, new look, new exciting stories to explore!
Scriv the Bard
scrivthebard.com
January 30, 2025 at 10:17 PM
After years of attempting to revive my website, it's finally ready to go!
Introducing the latest scrivthebard.com
New year, new look, new exciting stories to explore!
Introducing the latest scrivthebard.com
New year, new look, new exciting stories to explore!
Anyone interested in a small world building exercise?
We need a cozy escape from chaos. Would anyone like to build a treehouse commune with me?
I'm imagining a huge, ancient tree, with connected dwellings nestled in its boughs.
What would you build?
I'd like a kitchen...gotta keep people fed!
We need a cozy escape from chaos. Would anyone like to build a treehouse commune with me?
I'm imagining a huge, ancient tree, with connected dwellings nestled in its boughs.
What would you build?
I'd like a kitchen...gotta keep people fed!
a forest with a national geographic logo on the bottom
Alt: a forest with a national geographic logo on the bottom
media.tenor.com
January 21, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Anyone interested in a small world building exercise?
We need a cozy escape from chaos. Would anyone like to build a treehouse commune with me?
I'm imagining a huge, ancient tree, with connected dwellings nestled in its boughs.
What would you build?
I'd like a kitchen...gotta keep people fed!
We need a cozy escape from chaos. Would anyone like to build a treehouse commune with me?
I'm imagining a huge, ancient tree, with connected dwellings nestled in its boughs.
What would you build?
I'd like a kitchen...gotta keep people fed!
Finally feeling like the flu's out of my system!!
Got some writing to do...Chill Creation next Tues maybe? 🧐
Got some writing to do...Chill Creation next Tues maybe? 🧐
January 17, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Finally feeling like the flu's out of my system!!
Got some writing to do...Chill Creation next Tues maybe? 🧐
Got some writing to do...Chill Creation next Tues maybe? 🧐
Y'all, that was the sickest I've been since COVID. It was just the flu, thankfully, but I've been WIPED out.
Keep healthy out there, Scribblers. Chilly season isn't over yet :(
Keep healthy out there, Scribblers. Chilly season isn't over yet :(
January 11, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Y'all, that was the sickest I've been since COVID. It was just the flu, thankfully, but I've been WIPED out.
Keep healthy out there, Scribblers. Chilly season isn't over yet :(
Keep healthy out there, Scribblers. Chilly season isn't over yet :(