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Alex D. Banter, Black Mage
@alexbanter.bsky.social
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I banter whilst gayming. A lost Cuban wandering the desert. Tongue permanently in cheek. My banner. ♓️♒️

Currently 🎮: Haven | 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim
📖: Mona’s Eyes
📍The Gold Saucer
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Alex D. Banter, Black Mage @alexbanter.bsky.social · May 23
Sorry for arguing with you. I just wanted some dopamine.
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Finished “Between the World and Me” by Ta-Nehisi Coates tonight. Powerfully written, it will leave its mark on my soul.
November 27, 2025 at 6:59 AM
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Sphene (Final Fantasy XIV) sketch by Toshiyuki Itahana:
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A young woman with shoulder-length brown hair wears a white and yellow hooded coat over a black blouse
November 26, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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This is what it means to be human.
animenewsnetwork.com Anime News Network @animenewsnetwork.com · 6d
The "Frieren Looking Up" Art Trend attracted some Big Names in Animation! Excited for Season 2?
November 24, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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It’s only been two hours but I love these guys. 🥹 #Haven #PS5Share
Kay and Yu (male and male) sitting on their couch in the Nest. Yu is laying down with his head on Kay’s lap while Kay sits upright. A string of lights glows softly above them.
November 24, 2025 at 3:17 AM
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Leave it to @nomada.studio to make me cry (again) after completing their sophomore game. Platinum #38 goes to Neva. What a hauntingly beautiful story told with ethereal music and beautiful artistry. I love what humans can make with their hands and minds. 🥹💯 #Neva #PS5Share
A screenshot of the Neva trophy page showing 100 percent completion. A screenshot of Alba, Neva and Bruma standing guard in a clearing of pink flowers surrounded by trees.
November 23, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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Hey yall not what I wanted to do on my birthday but let it be clear

"Death of the artist" is all well & good but you cannot Seperate the art from the artist when the artist is still alive, a terf & every penny they recieve reinforces their beliefs & is used to actively harm Trans folks!

Let it Go!
'Harry Potter' author J.K. Rowling says 'a ton' of fans are 'still with me' after trans remarks
J.K. Rowling addressed her controversial comments about transgender women on 'The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling' podcast, saying many 'Harry Potter' fans were 'grateful that I'd said what I said,' and ...
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November 23, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Banjo and Kazooie before the corruption set in
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gamehistoryorg.bsky.social Video Game History Foundation @gamehistoryorg.bsky.social · 17d
These CDs contain the high-resolution artwork that GamePro was sent for their magazine. These are the highest quality source images you can find for games like Banjo-Kazooie and Mega Man Legends (both on CD 120) archive.gamehistory.org/folder/e73a8...
A high-resolution render of Banjo and Kazooie, pointing in amazement. Artwork of Data from Mega Man Legends grabbing a Servbot with a giant robot arm, like a claw machine.
November 23, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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Masahiro Higashide is so handsome 🫠
November 23, 2025 at 5:29 AM
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I’m particularly proud of this achievement since it’s my favorite FF but I am finally The Champion of Ivalice: Platinum #37 goes to Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age. Started in 2017 and slowly chipped away at it over the years. The Bestiary is no joke to complete 😅 #FFXII #PS5Share
Screenshot showing 100% completion of the Final Fantasy XII The Zodiac Age trophy list. Key art by Akihiko Yoshida for Final Fantasy XII with Ashe, Vaan, Penelo, Balthier and Fran.
November 23, 2025 at 4:12 AM
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#いい太ももの日

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November 22, 2025 at 1:45 AM
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Demonschool (2025)
Brian saying "I want more seven out of 10 games with whatever graphics and weird ideas made by cool people that don't use ai and I'm not kidding"
November 22, 2025 at 12:47 AM
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How my WoL and G’raha interact
Jonathan Bailey Updates on Instagram: "Jonathan Bailey appears on Sesame Street with Elmo to teach us about the importance of taking moments for ourselves and being proud of even the smallest things w...
Jonathan Bailey teaches us that taking moments for ourselves is essential for our well-being. He shares his own self-care rituals, from sitting with the leaves to appreciating family and friends. Lear...
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November 19, 2025 at 12:43 AM
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🌐

#art
clippy drawing that reads "have you considered using your brain instead of asking chatgpt?"
November 18, 2025 at 6:31 AM
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I have ascended. King Eternal, Immortal, Unbroken. Platinum #36 goes to Shin Megami Tensei V Vengeance! What a journey to godhood! This franchise continues to be one of my favorite monster-catching games. #SMTVV #PS5Share
Screenshot of the Shin Megami Tensei V Vengeance trophy page showing 100 percent completion. A screenshot of the Nahobino ascending to the throne of Creation at the end of the game. The Nahobino stands in the foreground while a glowing geometric orb floats in the background with planets emanating from it.
November 18, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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A reminder that for every billion dollars made on PC gaming, Newell pockets $300m.

He keeps out of the public eye better than some billionaires, but he is still a libertarian billionaire, and billionaires should not exist.
November 17, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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Man I love this game so much. One more playthrough and I’ll have platinumed it. #SMTVV #PS5Share
The Nahobino from Shin Megami Tensei V standing against a white background at the end of the game.
November 17, 2025 at 3:03 AM
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After acquiring three missing reverse holo uncommon cards, I’ve now completed the Scarlet & Violet 151 set for Pokémon TCG!
Two pages of the illustration cards from the Scarlet & Violet 151 set for the Pokemon 151 set. Two pages of the illustration cards from the Scarlet & Violet 151 set for the Pokemon 151 set. A page of the illustration cards from the Scarlet & Violet 151 set for the Pokemon 151 set.
November 16, 2025 at 5:00 AM
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Straight to jail to all the individuals that lobby for and run sports gambling.
theathletic.com The Athletic @theathletic.com · 13d
The Athletic polled hundreds of players from across the NBA, NFL, MLB and NHL about their opinions surrounding how sports betting impacts players — the responses were haunting.
November 16, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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November 15, 2025 at 3:20 AM
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A quick Lulu✨ #ffx
November 9, 2025 at 9:06 AM
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he’s guilty guilty
November 15, 2025 at 6:01 AM
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Happy Partially Muscled Skeleton Day to all who celebrate. Be sure to let all your screams out and then disappear.
November 14, 2025 at 11:28 AM
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As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history.

Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
Don't Buy Starbucks! At any location, today and beyond, while workers are on ULP strike!
November 13, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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Smeargle love on the timeline 🥹
November 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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Celebrating #WorldKindnessDay with a new illustration featuring some familiar faces enjoying a day out in Tuliyollal!

Share with us any heart-warming moments of kindness you've experienced in the world of #FFXIV! 🤗🫂
A Final Fantasy 14 illustration depicting various characters from the Dawntrail main scenario enjoying a day in the market streets of Tuliyollal. On the left side, G'raha Tia and Y'shtola are chatting on some steps next to the harbor with its crystal-clear water. Alphinaud is sampling some local delicacies, accompanied by Erenville. Wuk Lamat, the Warrior of Light, Alisaie, and Krile stroll through the vibrant market, its stalls shaded by awnings. Koana, Thancred, and Urianger are deep in conversation. In the background, Estinien is enjoying some delicious skewers.
November 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM