Happy birthday and well done kiddo!

Aliens.

Finding your tribe online, across countries and continents, sharing your rituals and ideas and learning that yeah, others had read those books and shared those interests and had those same thoughts across the globe. I don't think the world has ever felt as open and explorable as it did back then.

I mean, I understand their responses and 100% empathize. The industry is a shitty place, writers have been hit super hard, and I'm sure there are oceans of talented game writers who can fill this position. I hope they apply and I get to read their wonderful words.

Not sure if you are putting me in the cool or sucks category here :)

I understand and agree. We had over 300 folks apply for the previous position and I genuinely wish I could hire more people.

Then please encourage your friends to poke us. Me directly, if they want to. I'll be happy to review and recommend!

I'm well aware of the skillset of game writers. I am also aware, as a craft lead, of how to use that skillset for extremely important stuff a screenwriter would probably not have experience with - but it doesn't mean a game writer is always the right fit. New fuel on the fire is good for team.

You guys are making some wild assumptions here :) But I look forward to welcoming whoever joins the team.

The IOI hiring managers DO know they are different jobs. We're specifically looking for someone with screenwriting chops to join the studio (which currently has something like 10 game writers employed - myself included). I asked for that position because we need that specific skillset.

That and drawing little maps for navigation.

Very much enjoyed Midnight Suns. I hope you find something new soon!

Can I get in on that action? I know some people.

I return to him often. Something Wicked This Way Comes in particular when the leaves fall and nights grow long fangs.

He does look quite big for an 11-year old, though...

Fully remote from within the US, I'm guessing?