Ben Buckstar
@buckstar.bsky.social
Creator of Ironclad Covenant, Hexpedition, and Bargainomicon. Game Master, Painter, and Writer. He/Him
Find my books here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/17666/Buckstar-Games
Find my books here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/publisher/17666/Buckstar-Games
Really trying to internalize the "Don't give people the space in your thoughts when they don't do the same" but, it's a challenge though.
December 14, 2025 at 12:41 AM
Really trying to internalize the "Don't give people the space in your thoughts when they don't do the same" but, it's a challenge though.
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Hey artists and makers - if you’re seeing very few sales right now, please know that it’s not a reflection of your worth or skill. Across the board, not making back our table fees and expenses, and that’s really scary.
If you can, please shop small this season. We really need your support.
If you can, please shop small this season. We really need your support.
December 8, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Hey artists and makers - if you’re seeing very few sales right now, please know that it’s not a reflection of your worth or skill. Across the board, not making back our table fees and expenses, and that’s really scary.
If you can, please shop small this season. We really need your support.
If you can, please shop small this season. We really need your support.
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You alright man? I keep seeing small damage numbers coming off you
July 8, 2024 at 7:00 AM
You alright man? I keep seeing small damage numbers coming off you
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chat look at my samus since metroid is topical rn
December 6, 2025 at 8:09 AM
chat look at my samus since metroid is topical rn
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The Institute of Museum and Library Services, the federal agency that provides funding for America's libraries, has announced it is reinstating all grants it had previously terminated, including those to libraries and library organizations across the U.S.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4496W4V
Read more: https://bit.ly/4496W4V
December 4, 2025 at 1:30 AM
The Institute of Museum and Library Services, the federal agency that provides funding for America's libraries, has announced it is reinstating all grants it had previously terminated, including those to libraries and library organizations across the U.S.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4496W4V
Read more: https://bit.ly/4496W4V
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IT'S MY #TTRPGSWRAPPED! anyone who wants to can join in, but I wanted to shout out some awesome creators and games that changed my life this year, and some i hope will do the same next year!
December 3, 2025 at 9:03 PM
IT'S MY #TTRPGSWRAPPED! anyone who wants to can join in, but I wanted to shout out some awesome creators and games that changed my life this year, and some i hope will do the same next year!
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My TTRPG Wrapped because @blackgirlmage.bsky.social is an icon and an influencer and this was so cute and fun to do.
#ttrpgwrapped
#ttrpgwrapped
December 3, 2025 at 10:11 PM
My TTRPG Wrapped because @blackgirlmage.bsky.social is an icon and an influencer and this was so cute and fun to do.
#ttrpgwrapped
#ttrpgwrapped
@absolutetabletop.bsky.social created some truly inspiring ttrpg books and were instrumental in the motivation and creation of my own.
gratitude time! ttrpg folks: use this space to shout out someone in the space whose work, artistry, presence, etc. has impacted you for the better. tell me about why that is. let’s pass around some flowers today. go!
December 2, 2025 at 9:49 PM
@absolutetabletop.bsky.social created some truly inspiring ttrpg books and were instrumental in the motivation and creation of my own.
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This one almost broke me!
It's the most complex illustration I've done so far, but I needed to have a cover art in my portfolio, so I took it upon myself. Thanks to @fabioleone.bsky.social for his help with type and layout!
Let me know what you think 👍
#illustration #noai #fantasyart
It's the most complex illustration I've done so far, but I needed to have a cover art in my portfolio, so I took it upon myself. Thanks to @fabioleone.bsky.social for his help with type and layout!
Let me know what you think 👍
#illustration #noai #fantasyart
December 2, 2025 at 8:02 PM
This one almost broke me!
It's the most complex illustration I've done so far, but I needed to have a cover art in my portfolio, so I took it upon myself. Thanks to @fabioleone.bsky.social for his help with type and layout!
Let me know what you think 👍
#illustration #noai #fantasyart
It's the most complex illustration I've done so far, but I needed to have a cover art in my portfolio, so I took it upon myself. Thanks to @fabioleone.bsky.social for his help with type and layout!
Let me know what you think 👍
#illustration #noai #fantasyart
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And I think I'm calling her done, bit sloopy on the values but we'll blame that on going heavy on the red.
One day I'll find a pathfinder table for her, but for now she goes back on the shelf with all of the other character conepts.
One day I'll find a pathfinder table for her, but for now she goes back on the shelf with all of the other character conepts.
November 30, 2025 at 2:52 PM
And I think I'm calling her done, bit sloopy on the values but we'll blame that on going heavy on the red.
One day I'll find a pathfinder table for her, but for now she goes back on the shelf with all of the other character conepts.
One day I'll find a pathfinder table for her, but for now she goes back on the shelf with all of the other character conepts.
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Bandit Risk of Rain Sketch
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November 27, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Bandit Risk of Rain Sketch
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Need help with holiday gifts?
I make some unique nerdy things!
At many price points!
I celebrate and appreciate every order I get!
Incoming gift ideas, with cats at the end if you keep reading!
This is me, the actual person you are supporting when you order with me!!
I make some unique nerdy things!
At many price points!
I celebrate and appreciate every order I get!
Incoming gift ideas, with cats at the end if you keep reading!
This is me, the actual person you are supporting when you order with me!!
November 26, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Need help with holiday gifts?
I make some unique nerdy things!
At many price points!
I celebrate and appreciate every order I get!
Incoming gift ideas, with cats at the end if you keep reading!
This is me, the actual person you are supporting when you order with me!!
I make some unique nerdy things!
At many price points!
I celebrate and appreciate every order I get!
Incoming gift ideas, with cats at the end if you keep reading!
This is me, the actual person you are supporting when you order with me!!
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O hay, it's Black Friday and Cyber Monday!
ICYMI I'm doing 30% (aka $50+) off live games, including private sessions
ko-fi.com/bdavewalters...
*and* you can use code 14DAY50 to get 50% off all my programs for you or as a gift at TheUndisputedAcademy
Remember: I'm thankful for YOU
ICYMI I'm doing 30% (aka $50+) off live games, including private sessions
ko-fi.com/bdavewalters...
*and* you can use code 14DAY50 to get 50% off all my programs for you or as a gift at TheUndisputedAcademy
Remember: I'm thankful for YOU
November 26, 2025 at 11:36 PM
O hay, it's Black Friday and Cyber Monday!
ICYMI I'm doing 30% (aka $50+) off live games, including private sessions
ko-fi.com/bdavewalters...
*and* you can use code 14DAY50 to get 50% off all my programs for you or as a gift at TheUndisputedAcademy
Remember: I'm thankful for YOU
ICYMI I'm doing 30% (aka $50+) off live games, including private sessions
ko-fi.com/bdavewalters...
*and* you can use code 14DAY50 to get 50% off all my programs for you or as a gift at TheUndisputedAcademy
Remember: I'm thankful for YOU
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It's not horror, but I have a new review up over at @dapsmagic.bsky.social! Check out my thoughts about Rental Family which is in theaters today!
#FilmSky #Movies
dapsmagic.com/2025/11/rent...
#FilmSky #Movies
dapsmagic.com/2025/11/rent...
Rental Family is a Bittersweet Exploration of Loneliness
Sarah reviews the latest from Searchlight Pictures, Rental Family. The film stars Brendan Fraser as an actor working in a rental family agency.
dapsmagic.com
November 21, 2025 at 11:16 PM
It's not horror, but I have a new review up over at @dapsmagic.bsky.social! Check out my thoughts about Rental Family which is in theaters today!
#FilmSky #Movies
dapsmagic.com/2025/11/rent...
#FilmSky #Movies
dapsmagic.com/2025/11/rent...
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okay um, a long time ago I was going to do a sequel zine to this but I got really busy with a job and other things, so I'm just going to post the best of what I managed, free. These are all based off of actual outfits of hers!
I do have a kofi in my bio though if you do feel inclined 😗💋✨
#artpost
I do have a kofi in my bio though if you do feel inclined 😗💋✨
#artpost
November 21, 2025 at 10:37 PM
okay um, a long time ago I was going to do a sequel zine to this but I got really busy with a job and other things, so I'm just going to post the best of what I managed, free. These are all based off of actual outfits of hers!
I do have a kofi in my bio though if you do feel inclined 😗💋✨
#artpost
I do have a kofi in my bio though if you do feel inclined 😗💋✨
#artpost
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Also, will have this as part of a shirt collab with forever stoked
November 20, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Also, will have this as part of a shirt collab with forever stoked
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"Then there came a terrible day; a shift in the paradigm. There was one abuse too many. The magic learned rage, and how to defend itself."
My latest piece. Going out to supporters first with a step-by step, and then available on my shop soon. #illustration
My latest piece. Going out to supporters first with a step-by step, and then available on my shop soon. #illustration
November 19, 2025 at 10:07 PM
"Then there came a terrible day; a shift in the paradigm. There was one abuse too many. The magic learned rage, and how to defend itself."
My latest piece. Going out to supporters first with a step-by step, and then available on my shop soon. #illustration
My latest piece. Going out to supporters first with a step-by step, and then available on my shop soon. #illustration
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Indie TTRPG publishers; here is another absurdly huge font bundle to consider picking up for your personal collection. They tend to give you a lot of potential value for your buck, and are clearly licensed for commercial use.
creativemarket.com/saltandpeppe...
creativemarket.com/saltandpeppe...
The HUGE Font Bundle (98% OFF) SALE, a Sans Serif Font by Salt & Pepper Designs
creativemarket.com
November 19, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Indie TTRPG publishers; here is another absurdly huge font bundle to consider picking up for your personal collection. They tend to give you a lot of potential value for your buck, and are clearly licensed for commercial use.
creativemarket.com/saltandpeppe...
creativemarket.com/saltandpeppe...
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Like my #CriticalRole Fancomics?
You can now get ALL of the completed mini stories (a #Shadowgast, a #Beauyasha, and my longer In Hot Water #comic) AND a collection of all of them from C1 ~ C3 as DRM-free PDFs in my shop!
Each sale keeps bills paid & the comics flowing❤️
ko-fi.com/triaelf9/shop
You can now get ALL of the completed mini stories (a #Shadowgast, a #Beauyasha, and my longer In Hot Water #comic) AND a collection of all of them from C1 ~ C3 as DRM-free PDFs in my shop!
Each sale keeps bills paid & the comics flowing❤️
ko-fi.com/triaelf9/shop
November 4, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Like my #CriticalRole Fancomics?
You can now get ALL of the completed mini stories (a #Shadowgast, a #Beauyasha, and my longer In Hot Water #comic) AND a collection of all of them from C1 ~ C3 as DRM-free PDFs in my shop!
Each sale keeps bills paid & the comics flowing❤️
ko-fi.com/triaelf9/shop
You can now get ALL of the completed mini stories (a #Shadowgast, a #Beauyasha, and my longer In Hot Water #comic) AND a collection of all of them from C1 ~ C3 as DRM-free PDFs in my shop!
Each sale keeps bills paid & the comics flowing❤️
ko-fi.com/triaelf9/shop
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Today is my birthday. You can help me celebrate by buying a copy of my superhero TTRPG!
Or come get a signed copy from me at PAXU at booth 4036.
brokendoor.shop/pages/paragons
Or come get a signed copy from me at PAXU at booth 4036.
brokendoor.shop/pages/paragons
Paragons
Since the dawn of time, there have been people with unique abilities. We call them paragons. Their powers have shaped the course of history and changed our understanding of what it means to be human. ...
brokendoor.shop
November 17, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Today is my birthday. You can help me celebrate by buying a copy of my superhero TTRPG!
Or come get a signed copy from me at PAXU at booth 4036.
brokendoor.shop/pages/paragons
Or come get a signed copy from me at PAXU at booth 4036.
brokendoor.shop/pages/paragons
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I haven't done a sketch sale in forever and they're always so fun, sO!
Sketch sale! I'm gonna run it through Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/dakotacurry
Value sketches this time! 20$ for a portrait, 35$ for a half-body! These are so fun and y'all always have wonderful ideas, so I'm excited!!
#commissions #art
Sketch sale! I'm gonna run it through Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/dakotacurry
Value sketches this time! 20$ for a portrait, 35$ for a half-body! These are so fun and y'all always have wonderful ideas, so I'm excited!!
#commissions #art
November 11, 2025 at 7:14 PM
I haven't done a sketch sale in forever and they're always so fun, sO!
Sketch sale! I'm gonna run it through Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/dakotacurry
Value sketches this time! 20$ for a portrait, 35$ for a half-body! These are so fun and y'all always have wonderful ideas, so I'm excited!!
#commissions #art
Sketch sale! I'm gonna run it through Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/dakotacurry
Value sketches this time! 20$ for a portrait, 35$ for a half-body! These are so fun and y'all always have wonderful ideas, so I'm excited!!
#commissions #art
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I get that you have to be your own cheerleader for your own projects - if you're not hyped about it, then who will be?
At the same time though, I would rather sit, alone, in a dirty toilet stall than go out and bounce around waving pom poms...
At the same time though, I would rather sit, alone, in a dirty toilet stall than go out and bounce around waving pom poms...
November 17, 2025 at 3:57 PM
I get that you have to be your own cheerleader for your own projects - if you're not hyped about it, then who will be?
At the same time though, I would rather sit, alone, in a dirty toilet stall than go out and bounce around waving pom poms...
At the same time though, I would rather sit, alone, in a dirty toilet stall than go out and bounce around waving pom poms...
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The Land of the Blind Black Friday sale is on!
Basic Hero's Handbook Zine | $7.49; fulfills 11/25 (landoftheblind.myshopify.com/products/vag...)
Core Rulebook PDF | $9.99 (landoftheblind.myshopify.com/products/vag...)
Basic Hero's Handbook Zine | $7.49; fulfills 11/25 (landoftheblind.myshopify.com/products/vag...)
Core Rulebook PDF | $9.99 (landoftheblind.myshopify.com/products/vag...)
November 16, 2025 at 6:09 AM
The Land of the Blind Black Friday sale is on!
Basic Hero's Handbook Zine | $7.49; fulfills 11/25 (landoftheblind.myshopify.com/products/vag...)
Core Rulebook PDF | $9.99 (landoftheblind.myshopify.com/products/vag...)
Basic Hero's Handbook Zine | $7.49; fulfills 11/25 (landoftheblind.myshopify.com/products/vag...)
Core Rulebook PDF | $9.99 (landoftheblind.myshopify.com/products/vag...)
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Games against Genocide Charity Bundle has officially LAUNCHED!
There are 50 TTRPGs to discover for a $10+ donation to @doctorswithoutborders.org and their Palestinian relief efforts.
Purchase the bundle here: tiltify.com/@jesthehuman...
There are 50 TTRPGs to discover for a $10+ donation to @doctorswithoutborders.org and their Palestinian relief efforts.
Purchase the bundle here: tiltify.com/@jesthehuman...
November 10, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Games against Genocide Charity Bundle has officially LAUNCHED!
There are 50 TTRPGs to discover for a $10+ donation to @doctorswithoutborders.org and their Palestinian relief efforts.
Purchase the bundle here: tiltify.com/@jesthehuman...
There are 50 TTRPGs to discover for a $10+ donation to @doctorswithoutborders.org and their Palestinian relief efforts.
Purchase the bundle here: tiltify.com/@jesthehuman...
Has anyone else noticed thatthere's been an uptick in showing scenes from movies with different music but they're all from mediocre or just plain bad movies?
November 15, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Has anyone else noticed thatthere's been an uptick in showing scenes from movies with different music but they're all from mediocre or just plain bad movies?