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(she/her) reader and gamer but mostly just reposting pretty art 💜
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karrahe.bsky.social
My take on The Bright Queen, old fanart 😄 #CriticalRole
A gray skinned, regal Drow Elf queen. Her crown has three great horns made of crystals. She has wide shoulder guards and many beaded necklaces and drapery.
January 12, 2026 at 4:50 PM
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gbpatch.bsky.social
Presenting... The 2026 Our Life: Now & Forever development road map!

GB and our lead developer, Shawna, have put together their plans for the year. If you're a longtime GB fan, new to the community, or somewhere in-between, you'll want to take a look!
[The dazzling guest image is an alternate version of the art used in the month start post by caffeinana on Twitter!] Happy belated new year! This is an update by GB rather than Claire. I’m gonna let everybody know what’s going on with the project and our new plans for releasing Our Life: Now & Forever. I’ll start with what people most want to know: the changed release schedule for the initial launch of OLNF. We will be releasing all of Step 1 & Step 2 November 2026 in Early Access. Step 3 and Step 4 are delayed until 2027. Our Life: Now & Forever Roadmap Text Version: Early Access Launch - November 2026 Step 1: 5 free + 5 DLC moments, intro, ending Step 2: 5 free + 5 DLC moments, intro, ending Room customization for Steps 1 and 2 16 CGs, 25 art cut-ins, 25 chapter cards 1,100,000+ words Performance improvements for lower powered devices Steam Cloud save support Features from the feature list Step 3: Adulthood - Mid 2027 Step 3: 5 free + 5 DLC moments, intro, ending Additional CGs, BGs, cut-in art, and character sprites Room customization for Step 3 Features from the feature list Step 4: Full Release - Late 2027 Step 4 Epilogue + full launch Additional CGs, BGs, cut-in art, and character sprites Achievements (in-game & Steam integration) Many new doll parts for the character creator Additional room decorations Remaining features from the feature list Wedding Update - Early 2028 Wedding DLC, one long story Additional CGs, BGs, cut-in art, and character sprites Future Features (added as completed) Updated moment selection UI Updated character customization system Voiced names and nicknames Controller + Steam Deck support Detailed playthrough information That is definitely different from our original release plans. This year things are changing significantly at GB Patch Games. From the start, I’ve written the scripts and lead programmer Shawna has implemented them. In 2025, we hired Mae to help add scenes. Shawna has spent months preparing training material and changing the back end to allow others to join in with programming, while also keeping up with their normal script programming. In 2026, we’ll be hiring additional programmers and Shawna will be moving into a manager position to work with a whole team on adding scripts. Once that’s in place, the average amount of words programmed per month is going to double, from 25,000 words to 50,000 words. That’s what will allow us to release part of the game this year. But why only Steps 1 and 2? We seriously considered releasing Step 2 and Step 3 without DLCs available for the initial launch instead. The problem is that it’d be risky. I’ll be finished with writing Step 2 in another couple months. I’ll spend the rest of 2026 working on the Step 3 script. However, if something happens to me and I can’t finish it by November, that’ll be it. The officially set release will have to be pushed back and 2026 will be another year with no launch. Adding new programmers to help with the script will increase how much script can be completed per month, but it also means we’re doubling the amount of content that needs testing. With more team members also comes more communication and coordination to make sure every part of the game flows how it’s supposed to. Even with monthly beta testing, there are so many possible variations that it’s difficult to iron out every wrinkle in that time frame. Launching in Early Access first will give us room to fix more issues and ensure we can add in promised features for the final release, while giving you a chance to explore the story in the meantime. Basically, finalizing so many scenes that are this complicated just can’t be done without a ton of time or a ton of eyes checking it out. Because we had that poll where half of the audience said they’d prefer an episodic style release, I thought launching half the game in Early Access would be better than taking the chance of not putting out anything in 2026. Now, I’d like to give you an idea of what I mean when I talk about the scale of this project. Our Life: Beginnings & Always, with four steps and five different DLCs, has a script that’s 1,260,000 words. The content from just Step 1 and Step 2 of Our Life: Now & Forever will be around 1,100,000 words. Almost the same length as the entire prior game. That’s excessive, but I never want to limit what players can do in a scene — over a million words for two out of four time periods is the result. Hopefully, it’ll be amazing in the future when it is done. Until then, there’s much to do. The silver lining is that the early access launch is going to have over a million words to explore! It’s not some little demo. We’ll be adding new features too as they’re completed, such as the updated character creator and controller support. That’s outlined in the infographic, and we’ll update it throughout development. With all that said, thank you for supporting us throughout development. It’s been great seeing people’s reactions to every update over the years. We hope you’ll continue playing and being part of the community as these bigger releases begin rolling out!
January 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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arthur.baron-clement.com
Rusty, a one-month-break allegory.
Rough digital painting of an old rusty sword lost in a flowery landscape.
January 12, 2026 at 12:21 PM
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nataliadraws.bsky.social
Some sun would be very much appreciated!
A sunny day. A mom in a sun hat sits in front on her house, reads a book and watches her two kids play in a kiddie pool.
January 12, 2026 at 12:50 PM
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secondnaturemb.bsky.social
I've been lucky to have had the opportunity to photograph great gray owls many times, but this moment was really special. #birds 🌿
A large great gray owl is silhouetted as it spreads its wings high above its head in the reddish glow of the setting sun as it balances atop a thin spruce tree.
January 11, 2026 at 5:21 PM
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isobelstarling.bsky.social
I see that cos of being played on #HeatedRivalry, tATu are doing the rounds again. The women weren’t actually lesbians, their apparent queerness was a marketing strategy by music producer Ivan Shapovalov. The reality is they were homophobes with monstrous views.
Don't give them a cent of royalties.
The homophobic history of fake Lesbian girl band tATu. https://archive.junkee.com/tatu-history/284243
January 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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arthur.baron-clement.com
Wetlands (2025)
Rough digital painting of a tiny castle in a swamp surrounded by ponds, trees and fields. In the foreground, a pathway is leading there.
January 11, 2026 at 7:11 PM
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amyraehill.bsky.social
A drama in the cosmos viewed by an audience of one 🐱

(something to calm the nerves)
January 9, 2026 at 10:45 PM
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generalstrikela.bsky.social
You have heard of Renee Good, but may not have heard of Keith Porter, who was shot & killed by an off duty ICE agent an NYE. Our hearts are with his family & anyone impacted by ICE. Below is a GoFundMe for Keith’s daughters so please donate/share around. ICE needs to go

Link: gofund.me/c2aea3587
A photo of Keith Porter and his 2 daughters. Keith Porter was shot and killed by an off duty ICE agent on 12/31/25. Link for GoFundMe - https://gofund.me/c2aea3587
January 10, 2026 at 4:41 PM
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asshuka.com
human artists, use only one piece to convince people to follow you!

#art
Digital painting of Bottle Miku. Her water hair is let down, forming an S shape that she sits on. The hair column flows down into a pond with a big splash.
January 10, 2026 at 5:10 PM
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kristinagehrmann.bsky.social
My assignment for Winona Nelson's SmArtschool class: Choose a favorite book and illustrate a cover for it.

I picked "The Song of Achilles" by Madeline Miller, and my goal was to capture a similar bittersweet tone as the novel has.
Achilles and Patroclos, standing next to each other in front of a raging fire. Achilles is outfitted for battle and looks wistfully into the distance, while Patroclos ties some laces of his armor, also looking sad. Behind them and above there's the mosaic of a warrior in his chariot.
January 10, 2026 at 4:35 PM
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sarasbookmacarons.bsky.social
If you have ever wanted to try my bookish macarons this could be your chance!

In an effort, to help raise funds for organizations dedicated to supporting immigrants and protecting their rights, I am hosting another bookish macaron giveaway this month ❤️❤️❤️ #booksky #macarons
Macarons 4 Immigrant Rights over various book themed macarons The Prize: In an effort, to help raise funds for organizations dedicated to supporting immigrants and protecting their rights, I am hosting another bookish macaron giveaway this month. If selected, I will make and send to you custom macarons of your choosing! You can pick the theme and flavor of the macarons. Must be in the US and 18+ to enter. (I'm very sorry but I cannot ship macarons internationally.) How to participate: 1. Make a donation of any amount to either a national immigrant rights organization such as Al Otro Lado and/or the Immigrant Defense Project. OR 2. Make a donation of any amount to a local based organization such as the Western Massachusetts Asylum Support Network. (WMASN is local to me and you can donate to them or an org that is local to you) You do not need to make multiple donations, you can pick just one org to support. Links to these organizations are in my bio. Only one entry per person. To enter the giveaway send a screenshot of your donation to macarons4immigrantrights@gmail.com by January 31st. (please make sure to crop or block out personal details like your full name, address, etc. I do not wish to collect your data!) The Drawing: On February 1st, I will do a drawing and if selected I will reach out via email to get your mailing address and coordinate with you on the theme and flavor of your custom macarons!
January 10, 2026 at 10:12 PM
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skabpixels.bsky.social
Made this, a badge that I proudly wear
#PixelArt #humanartist #noAI
January 10, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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warpsol.bsky.social
January 10, 2026 at 4:54 AM
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jaws-stone.bsky.social
Snowy day
2025

This was the image I used for last year's holiday card. Printed 50 and sent out every single one.
An illustration of a pair of siblings walking in the snow. One is holding a lamb and the other is interacting with birds
January 9, 2026 at 12:22 AM
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akilwilson.blacksky.app
Hey, new and returning folks!

Please take a second to do this. It makes the site so much better for everyone and also you will get a lot more engagement and reposts if you do this ♥️
akilwilson.blacksky.app Akil Wilson @akilwilson.blacksky.app · Nov 9
If you haven’t already, be sure to click the button to require alt text before posting.

Settings > Accessibility > Require alt text before posting

It makes things so much easier, because now alt text isn’t that one more thing you have to remember to do every time. Truly a lifesaver!

🧵(3/6)
A screenshot of my phone that shows the accessibility settings page where you can click the Require alt text before posting button so that Bluesky will remind you to write your alt text
January 10, 2026 at 2:44 PM
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kristinagehrmann.bsky.social
Post a mage!
A young woman in hijab sitting on a tree branch. She is holding a wand, conjuring up glowy, magic forms of moon phases. Behind her is the sky with a large, full moon. Next to her a cat is sitting and also attempting to do magic.
January 9, 2026 at 10:54 AM
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devenmack.com
Seeing a lot of false postings out there.

Despite the Corporation for Public Broadcasting's recent closure, PBS and NPR are still VERY MUCH ALIVE and active. They're just more dependent than ever upon the generosity of Viewers Like You!

Please support your local station!
pbs.org/donate
January 8, 2026 at 3:24 AM
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brukajones.com
Dandelion
A drawing of my OC Eunicio, originally created in collaboration with my friend Hugo Damas. He is standing around a few dead trees with some sparse foliage growing up from their bases. we see him from his upper thigh on up, one hand held is holding a dandelion as be blows it's seeds and makes a silent wish to him self - the sun at his back.
August 19, 2025 at 4:27 AM
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arthur.baron-clement.com
The Bird Keeper (2025)
Rough digital painting of a little guy up a green and orange hill freeing some birds toward a huge cloud.
January 8, 2026 at 8:57 PM
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wired.com
We've removed the paywall from this guide so everyone can access it. 👇 Stay safe.
wired.com WIRED @wired.com · 4d
Just days into 2026, the killing of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good by a federal immigration officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has sparked protests around the US.

If you’re planning to protest, here’s how to safeguard your digital security.
How to Protest Safely in the Age of Surveillance
Law enforcement has more tools than ever to track your movements and access your communications. Here’s how to protect your privacy if you plan to protest.
www.wired.com
January 8, 2026 at 6:35 PM
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roberthack.bsky.social
A loose pen sketch of a woman sitting at a desk. Her word balloon reads "I just want to scream all of the time, but I open my mouth and nothing comes out. Otherwise, I'm ok.".
June 27, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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plottwiststudios.bsky.social
Sorry, folks. Seven days to go and 50% funded. We'll need a modern internet miracle to see these lovely ladies get their sequel. I was always worried that the visuals were not appealing to most VN gamers, but... ouch

www.kickstarter.com/projects/pro...

#indiegame #Kickstarter #Gaming #pcgame #free
Women of Xal II
Original Game Free! The revolution begins. Can Xjena survive rising violence and The Great Silence— Xal's final extinction event?
www.kickstarter.com
January 6, 2026 at 2:46 PM
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emberwickart.bsky.social
I painted this piece of my best friend for christmas of him and his two cats!

Oils on 18x13 cm board
painting of an elven man with a hood adorned with antlers and web holding dew, with wooden pauldrons and a decorated leafy cloak. He is flanked by two lynx/sabertoothed cats, one of which he rests his hand on
January 7, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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danielsuitor.com
This is a vetted fundraiser for the family of Renee Good, the woman who was killed by ICE in Minneapolis.

www.gofundme.com/f/support-fo...
Donate to Support for Renee Good’s wife and son, organized by Mattie Weiss
Please support the wife and son of Renee Good as they grapple with the devastating … Mattie Weiss needs your support for Support for Renee Good’s wife and son
www.gofundme.com
January 8, 2026 at 2:29 AM