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Talien (World of Welstar)
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Hi! I’m Talien (AKA Mike Tresca): writer, game designer, marketer, podcaster, and co-owner of Mal and Tal Enterprises. Creator of Welstar, a fantasy world in which my novels, adventures, and rules are set (primarily but not only #DnD): patreon.com/talien
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Talien (World of Welstar) @worldofwelstar.bsky.social · 1d
If you need to look at a calendar every day like I do, it's worth investing in something that brings a smile to your face, and these weirdos certainly will! Read more at buff.ly/HI3k58p #DnD #DnD5E #RPG #TTRPG
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This preview is from 5.5E Foes: Italia Bestiary, on sale at 30% off the cover price with this exclusive coupon you can only get from this post! My Tier 5 Patrons get early access to this and all of my other products. Read more at buff.ly/ll3tqS7 #DnD #DnD5E #RPG #TTRPG
November 22, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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If you need to look at a calendar every day like I do, it's worth investing in something that brings a smile to your face, and these weirdos certainly will! Read more at buff.ly/HI3k58p #DnD #DnD5E #RPG #TTRPG
November 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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I'm sure there are quizzes that figure this out but I'm just gonna skip them and say I'm pretty sure I'm Husk: hazbinhotel.fandom.com/wiki/Husk
November 21, 2025 at 2:25 AM
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The latest installment here! www.retromud.org
November 21, 2025 at 2:14 AM
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My Queen speaks the truth!
aboutibd.bsky.social Amber - About IBD @aboutibd.bsky.social · 1d
🌼 You deserve respect, answers, & proper care. On #AboutIBDPodcast: Samantha Sauer, BCPA of G-PACT, shares why self-advocacy is key for people with digestive conditions. If you're not being heard, keep pushing & seek other opinions. Episode 189 is live now in podcast apps, YouTube, & bit.ly/AIBD189
November 20, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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Good morning my loves. I try to conduct myself with kindness and empathy, but some days I can't, sometimes I won't, and rarely...I'm given permission to go for the throat. Today is that day. Leash OFF. ⛓️🐺 Wish me luck.
November 20, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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This preview is from 5.5E Foes: Italia Bestiary, on sale at 30% off the cover price with this exclusive coupon you can only get from this post! My Tier 5 Patrons get early access to this and all of my other products. Read more at buff.ly/YOThEFg #DnD #DnD5E #RPG #TTRPG
November 20, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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eeeeEEEEeee it will be here soon! So excited!
artwitchhazel.bsky.social Witch Hazel 🌸 Comms Open! @artwitchhazel.bsky.social · 2d
New #RetroMUD comic tomorrow!!
These comics chronicle my adventures playing the online game RetroMUD, commissioned by the amazing @worldofwelstar.bsky.social!

Catch up on the other 3 comics I've already made, and please check out the new one tomorrow!

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A 4-panel comic, the title of which reads "Witch Hazel's Adventures in RetroMUD!" Off to the side of the title are the words "Part 1". At the bottom of the page is a signature "By ArtWitchHazel" Panel 1: A dark-skinned person with long fluffy dark hair is seen from the back working at her desk. A leaf grows out of her head, and she wears a witch's hat. A bookshelf lines the background. She's using her computer mouse and keyboard, her monitor reads the words "RetroMUD". A text box at the top says the words "'Tis I, Witch Hazel, scrolling through the Newbie Guide of RetroMUD, an online Multi-User Dungeon game". Text bubbles around her say "Character Creation... So I get to pick a Guild..." Panel 2: Bookshelves line the background again as the same person is seen from the front, wearing an oversized, off shoulder sweater with a cat on it. Her elbow is on her desk, head resting on her hand, frowning slightly. Text bubbles say the words "Wow there are so many Guild choices... Assassin, bard, fighter, monk, paladin, ranger, I know these... Ooh biomancer?? Psionicist?? Cultist?? Those sound cool!! There's so many options! How do I choose... Wait what's that!!?!?" Panel 3: A close-up of the monitor shows it having the underlined text "RETROMUD NEWBIE GUIDE", underneath which is the text "Druids are often seen accompanied by an animal or a faerie." The word druid is bolded and outlined. The monitor has sparkles on it. In the corner is a smaller version of the same person from earlier, her hands on her face in a surprised expression, sparkles near her face, saying the words "Gasp!" Panel 4: The same person sitting at her desk, stars as her eyes with sparkles near her face. She is clicking her mouse with text bubbles around her saying the words "The pet Guild!! I'm picking the pet guild!! I mean--the Druid Guild! I want the pet!!!!" At the bottom of the panel is a text box reading "And so begins my adventures in RetroMUD... What new discoveries--and pets!--await?" A 4-panel comic, the title of which reads "Witch Hazel's Adventures in RetroMUD!" Off to the side of the title are the words "Part 2". At the bottom of the page is a signature "By ArtWitchHazel" Panel 1: A dark-skinned person with long fluffy dark hair has her hand on her chin in thought. A leaf grows out of her head, she wears a witch's hat and an off shoulder sweater with a black cat on it. She stands in front of a stage on which a number of characters stand. They are each labeled from right to left, bottom to top as "Gnome", "Elf", "Jinn", "Catfolk", "Mummy", "Atomy", "Devil", "Dwarf", "Vampire", "Selkie", "Pudding", and "Shadow". The text reads "Alright, I chose the Druid Guild... Next step in character creation... Choose my race. Aaaand there's even more options than the Guilds--Wait what's that??!!" Panel 2: On a circular stage is a white unicorn with hair and a horn that are pink, blue, gold, and white, gold hooves with blue gems on them, a blue gem mark on its hind, and chains of gems draped over it. It looks pleased and is sparkling in blue, pink, white, and gold. In front of the stage is a label reading "Unicorn" in fancy text. Behind the stage is a gray curtain. To the right, halfway out of the panel, a creature that is a cross between a raccoon and a flying squirrel raises its hand. The label in front of it says "Arakun". Panel 3: The person is running towards the Arakun, arms extended as if to pick it up. The Arakun is taken back, mouth open, its hands held up and curly tail straightened as if startled. A speech box shows it saying "!!!". On the other side of the stage, the unicorn is frowning slightly and shifted backwards, as if mildly offended. Panel 4: The person is holding the Arakun in a hug, looking happy. The Arakun looks surprised, but looks up at the person fondly. Text from the person reads "She's perfect!". Text at the bottom of the panel reads "And so our Adventurer has chosen to play an Arakun. What else lies in store for her?" A 4-panel comic, the title of which reads "Witch Hazel's Adventures in RetroMUD!" Off to the side of the title are the words "Part 3". At the bottom of the page is a signature "By ArtWitchHazel" Panel 1: A silhouette of a raccoon creature with sugar glider wings and a witch's hat stands on a lily pad in water. In front of her is a giant tree with a dark hollow entrance. A path leads to the tree and next to the path are bushes with flowers in them. Trees line the surrounding and text at the top reads "As our Adventurer begins her journey, she awakens in a spring in the Druid Forest. In front of her lies the Great Tree" and text from the raccoon reads "Wow... Guess I'll go to the tree." Panel 2: a close up of the Raccoon looking around the inside of the tree which is lined with vines and flowers. Text at the top reads "The Great Tree" and text from the raccoon reads "It's so pretty..." Panel 3: The raccoon looks at a mural of a dark skinned eleven woman in a flowy long dress with imprints of flowers on it and very long flowy light hair. She's holding a staff and a set of scales. More vines and flowers are one the wall around the mural. Speech bubbles from the raccoon say "This mural...it looks sacred to the Druids. How beautiful... She holds the Staff of nature and the Scales of Balance. I wonder what those represent... Ooh a shiny!!" The raccoon's gaze is on a pile of sparkling dirt off to a corner. Panel 4: The bottom of the mural is seen whole the raccoon is rummaging around sparkling patches of dirt in various different locations with the words "forage forage" next to her. As she moves through the panel she gains more arrows in hands. Another image of her is holding multiple arrows looking content with sparkles around her. Text from her speech bubbles read "Arrows..? Arrows! More Arrows!!!" Text at the bottom reads Our Adventurer has learned how to forage. She found 12 arrows! What other shiny treasures will she find?"
November 19, 2025 at 10:27 PM
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My loves, winter is hitting folks hard, atop holidays that can bring painful emotions. You have the right to defend your space, protect your peace, & define a family that supports that (despite having to sit w/ others at turkey dinner). Please be kind to yourselves; I'm here if you need me.
November 19, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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This is so painfuly accurate I'm just gonna not say anything else and just let you read it.

Okay I will say one thing, "Meddling: 10" 😅

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November 19, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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I enjoy adding these dragons to birthday cards to "dragon it up." They're not for everything and at nearly ten bucks it's about a dollar a sticker, but they're beautiful enough to justify the investment. buff.ly/qLqqF9Z #DnD #DnD5E #RPG #TTRPG
November 19, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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This preview is from 5.5E Foes: Italia Bestiary, on sale at 30% off the cover price with this exclusive coupon you can only get from this post! My Tier 5 Patrons get early access to this and all of my other products. Read more at buff.ly/0RxyHEc #DnD #DnD5E #RPG #TTRPG
November 18, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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For DMs looking to imbue their fantasy worlds with the authenticity of industry, there is no better real-world inspiration than the Saugus Iron Works. Read more at www.enworld.org/threads/rpg-... #DnD #DND5E #RPG #TTRPG
November 17, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Well my loves, up at 5:30 a.m. again for a looong day. Wish me luck, and I hope you have a gentle start to your Monday. I'll check in when I can, be well.
November 17, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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I just backed the Feeding America Bundle, which features over 50 #RPG titles including the core rules for Capers, Icons, The Secret World, plus sourcebooks and adventures for #DnD5e, Call of Cthulhu, Icons, Mutants & Masterminds, Savage Worlds, Year Zero Engine, and a lot more! #DnD
Feeding America [BUNDLE] - Fainting Goat Games | DriveThruRPG
This special bundle contains the following titles:Capers RpgRegular price: $24.992018 BAMFsie Award Winning... Please note that the revised cover is only available in the PDF. The hardcover and s...
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November 17, 2025 at 12:49 AM
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50 Date Night Screams is a podcast series where we review classic thriller & horror films on our date nights, then release a DnD villain inspired by the film. Tonight's movie: Son of Ingagi! Listen: buff.ly/1Cog2lA Buy 5E Foes: Gothic Villains buff.ly/4geH0bQ RPG #TTRPG #DnD5E
November 16, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Had another great #DnD session at the library but it was touch and go there in the beginning…9 players (2 on the wait list) signed up but only 3 actually showed up to play. Standing by my magic 7 number of players max. 3 turns out to be perfect for horror, bwahaha!
November 16, 2025 at 3:23 AM
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I saw Predator: Badlands and I loved it a stupid amount. It's my mixture of ridiculous monster violence, snark, cuteness, integrated plot that uses foreshadowing, toxic relationships, and found family. It's not a typical Predator film in any way, and that's what makes it amazing.
November 15, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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Look at my friend Cez's work! Look at iiiitttt!
hellforgeprops.bsky.social 🎃 HellForge Props 🎃 @hellforgeprops.bsky.social · 7d
🔥 The perfect gift for mini painters this handy runic paint holder secures acrylics & helps prevent accidental spillages by increasing the pots footprint

🔥 Available in lots of colors!
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#tabletopgame #nerdlings #minis #40k #warhammer #dnd #WarhammerCommunity
November 15, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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This preview is from 5.5E Foes: Italia Bestiary, on sale at 30% off the cover price with this exclusive coupon you can only get from this post! My Tier 5 Patrons get early access to this and all of my other products. Read more at buff.ly/uYCE5FO #DnD5E #RPG #TTRPG
November 15, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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These are one of the few car clips that make sense blocking a vent, as the air blows the scent around the car. If you want a little magic on your trip, these dragons are a great way to add it. Read more at buff.ly/gOG7vLc
November 14, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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From my Queen!
aboutibd.bsky.social Amber - About IBD @aboutibd.bsky.social · 8d
The haphazard comments regarding acetaminophen open pregnant women to stigma about medication use. Listen, watch, or read episode 188 of #AboutIBDPodcast with Mariah Leach, JD, MS of Mamas Facing Forward. See the show notes for info, incl the FDA letter & medical society statements: bit.ly/AIBD188
The Truth About Stigma and Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy Featuring Mariah Leach, JD, MS - About IBD
Amber and Mariah discuss how women with chronic illnesses cope with advice on medication use in pregnancy—especially in light of the confusion around acetaminophen. Mariah shares her experiences with ...
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November 14, 2025 at 12:57 AM
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Happy anniversary to my Queen and soul mate @aboutibd.bsky.social! I love you! 🖤💜🖤
November 13, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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Guess what today is?

Iiiiiittt'ssss @coffeewithkai.posts.coffee's birthday!

HAPPY BIRFDAAAAY KAAAI!

🥳💐🎂🎈🎉🎁

Proud of you! Enjoy the day dear!
November 13, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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This preview is from 5.5E Foes: Italia Bestiary, on sale at 30% off the cover price with this exclusive coupon you can only get from this post! My Tier 5 Patrons get early access to this and all of my other products. Read more at buff.ly/1ZStZk7 #DnD #DnD5E #RPG #TTRPG
November 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM