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dr. andreastein, first of her name

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♨︎ narrative designer and community manager | game design adjunct @ UBalt | co-founder @centralpagamedevs | xFiraxis | bylines: live science opinions are mine, not employers etc etc https://asaravia.carrd.co/

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · Nov 21

Thank you all for over a thousand followers!

If you like narrative design, fantasy, queer stories and commentary from a Latin American lens on games—this is the perfect corner of the internet ❤️

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Natalie @heartimecia.bsky.social · 16h

job application advice: if a company says that supporting material like a cover letter is strongly encouraged, please make sure to do it!

i know it is tedious, but any job posting gets hundreds if not thousands of applicants these days. stand out by communicating how much you want an opportunity.

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 1d

You also work with Extra Life? That's amazing!

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 1d

I've been doing a lot of public speaking engagements, and when I'm able to end them in a hopeful—yet, realistic—note... The dopamine hit is crazy. Seeing the eyes of people light up like yes, there's still good out there let's make cool things

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J. Isaac Gadient 🎮✍🏻 (they/them) @jisaacgadient.bsky.social · 3d

Wishing a very happy birthday to my mentor @asaraviapt.bsky.social who constantly impresses, inspires, supports, and encourages me!

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 2d

AWW I just saw this, that's so sweet, thank you!

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Alex Kanaris-Sotiriou @kanaratron.bsky.social · 3d

For all the new folks landing in @bsky.app, both #indiedevs and players alike, I made some starter packs a while back that you might find useful 👍

🔸 Indie Game Studios - go.bsky.app/EbnyA2d

🔸 Solo Indie Devs - go.bsky.app/46HSs4C

🔸 Indie Game Publishers - go.bsky.app/DAoKtHj

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Hannah Nicklin @hannahnicklin.bsky.social · 3d

📚 My current contract is coming to an end in Dec so I am now looking for new work!

⭐ I am an award-winning & expert/lead game writer & narrative designer.

🌎 I am interested in long & short term contracts & consultancy, ideally remote.

Let's chat!

hannahnicklin.com
linkedin.com/in/hannah-nicklin

A selection of images from games etc. Hannah Nicklin has worked on, a screencap or key art image from: Saltsea Chronicles, Black Mirror: Thronglets, Mutazione; and the cover of Writing for Games: Theory & Practice. Also featured two reviews.

One from Eurogamer: 5/5 Saltsea Chronicles
"Onwards you go in pursuit of your missing crew, then, your story diverging further from mine with every island choice, with every flick of the head or settling of the lips. Memories/Artefacts? Skeptical/Curious? And astonishingly, through all these moving parts, all this phase space, my story still made rich sense, and actually built to a truly devastating climax.

Scream/Weep? Fittingly, for me, Saltsea Chronicles turned out to be a story about choices as well as a story made of choices. It made me think about the big decisions I make in life, but also the decisions that shape a life that I don't even notice having made. Ripples turning to waves and all that. You must play this. It's luminous."

The second of Mutazione from Gamespew, 9/10
"Mutazione is a game that builds up relationships within a community you instantly feel a part of. The main story is secondary to the real drama and the heart of the town, but it’s necessary. It’s extremely well-written, and the hand-drawn environments are beautifully designed. Die Gute Fabrik has crafted a sweet, powerful fairy tale that delves into the human psyche and allows you to reside there for five hours or so."

A virtual biz card on a dark purple background, featuring an image of a white woman in glasses, with blonde hair, speaking at a podium. Next to it is the title Hannah Nicklin, and the details Creative Director, Narrative Lead/Designer, Senior Writer, Consultant.

11+ years experience in interactive narrative

• 3 games shipped as Lead (PC, Console, mobile)
• Many more as consultant
• PhD in Interactive Practices
• Masters & BA in Play/Screenwriting & Dramatic Arts
• GDC Indie Summit Advisor, BAFTA Juror, TGA Future Class
• Author of Writing for Games: Theory & Practice

Black Mirror: Thronglets; Saltsea Chronicles; Mutazione; Saturnalia; Night School (A Netflix Studio); Cardboard Computer; Die Gute Fabrik; Draknek; Twisted Tree Games.

Based in: Sheffield, United Kingdom
Work in: Remote, CET-PST
LinkedIn.com/in/hannah-nicklin
hannahnicklin.com

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 3d

There will be empanadas tonight, so yes!! Thank you a ton.

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 3d

Awww thanks! It's definitely a good celebration today :3

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 3d

I am!! Thanks a ton, Blythe ☺️

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 3d

haha thank you, Peter!

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 3d

tysm John!

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 3d

The price changed as well, but a lot of the details are under the wraps AFAIK.

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 3d

today is the last day I can say, "Of course I'll panic, I'm hispanic" and my birthday. what a way to end #hispanicheritagemonth!

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 4d

They got rid of the summits if I understood correctly.

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 4d

@maximjdev.bsky.social and @andrewalfonso.ca might have some insights on the subject. I would also recommend the AAPI In Gaming community and GDoC since they have international members with multiple citizenships that can offer advice

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 5d

can this writing hack be applied when reading out loud to cats?

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 7d

My participation in An Event unintentionally made the coffee grounds run out faster than ever before in the event's history, and that's something I will carry with pride.

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 12d

Normalize adding shoujo manga illustrations to your games.

Necrosoft Games @necrosoftgames.com · 12d

We've been adding lots of polish and flourish with our extra time on Demonschool. This before and after video of maxing relationships should give you a good idea.

Before: A small kiss decal. That's all we had time for.

After: Full-on shoujo manga animatic.

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Delaney (Pum)King (She/Her/Whomst) @delaneyking.bsky.social · 12d

I cannot stress how important Rebecca has been for trans gamedevs. I wouldn't be here if not for her and her wife.

Help if you can.

Old DeuTaranomy 🧶⚒️ @kindofstrange.com · 12d

Rebecca is a legend and needs some help. Consider donating if you can!

www.gofundme.com/f/help-rebec...?

Donate to Help Rebecca Ann Heineman Fight Aggressive Cancer, organized by Rebecca Heineman

I’m Rebecca Ann Heineman. The very first video game champion, creat… Rebecca Heineman needs your support for Help Rebecca Ann Heineman Fight Aggressive Cancer

www.gofundme.com

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 12d

my body needs sleep, but my mind wants to keep playing ghost of yotei

cookie monster is sitting at a table with a tray of food and the words choices written on it

ALT: cookie monster is sitting at a table with a tray of food and the words choices written on it

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 13d

Hay que tener fé!

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 13d

I've had 29-35 slides in 10-minute talks, pero el ser costeña me ayuda como hablo rápido.

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Alanna Smith @alannamode.bsky.social · 19d

Give folks their flowers

No, I mean right now. Go tell someone you loved their work right now. They're on social media just say it, it has never been easier

"They know how much people love--" no they don't go say it right now to a composer or artist or game dev or writer or anyone AAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH

Murlin @murlin.bsky.social · 20d

From bravewave.net/interviews/t...

Mo: Do you remember the first time you met someone who said they loved your work on Mega Man 2?

Tateishi: You’re the first, in 2013. No one else has.

Mo: Wow. I’m surprised. I don’t even have a follow-up question… how could no one come up and say something.

Tateishi: …

Mo: Now that you know how big Mega Man 2 is outside of Japan, do you look fondly back at the soundtrack?

Tateishi: Yeah, my thoughts have changed since I met you and became more aware of how people felt. But even when I was at Konami, I didn’t even bother telling anyone I did Mega Man 2. So the fact you came all the way to Japan to tell me these things makes me very happy I worked on the game all those years ago.

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Victoria Tran ✨ @victoriatran.bsky.social · 17d

Curious about my Mastering Community Maangement book? Read an excerpt and maybe even use the discount code. 😘

(Yes, I did specifically ask to make the discount code BRAINROT.)

Text: Use our discount code BRAINROT25 at checkout on Routledge.com to receive a 20% discount on your purchase.

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