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Cala @calastorylord.bsky.social · 1h

Unfortunate. I know there are plans to make a build for Mac, so you'll have a chance to try it eventually, but I'm not sure on the exact timeline for it.

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Cala @calastorylord.bsky.social · 1h

If you're looking for a game to try when browsing #NextFest demos, I'd love it if y'all took a look at the game my team has been working on, Village of the Ages.

store.steampowered.com/app/3960980/...

#Demo #indiedev #indie #gamedev #Steam

Village of the Ages Demo on Steam

If a giant tornado ended it all, can you rebuild? Guide villagers from the Early Ages to the Iron Ages in this cute chaos village sim demo. No progress bars, no tech trees. Paradise or inferno - you d...

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Natalie Spitzel | Looking for work!! @nat-the-dev.bsky.social · 1d

Believe old game devs when we tell you: burnout is real, it's painful. Be honest with yourself, take the breaks when you need them.
I've been burnt out for so long, I only just realized how long. I went from crunch at Iridium into crunch at Giant Squid with no break. About 3 years. It was too long.

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Cala @calastorylord.bsky.social · 13h

Added alt text.

More people need to read and understand this, and know that for all we experience as Americans, It Doesn't Have To Be This Way.

Gender identity and expression:
Since June 2008, qualifying Cubans have been able to have free sex reassignment surgeries under Resolución 126 ("Resolution 126"). The resolution consisted of 11 articles that outlined the ways in which the Cuban Government aimed to improve their treatment of the trans community. Article 5 explicitly states, that the state should provide comprehensive health care to "all transsexual citizens" and it is also relevant to note that "one of the articles contains a glossary that defines various terms associated with health care for transsexual and transgender persons."

As many scholars suggest, the Cuban Government treats trans rights and sex reassignment surgeries as a health issue. Cuba operates under the idea that healthcare is a right to all, allowing trans people access to public health care.

In 1979, the Ministry of Public Health (MIN-SAP) established the Multidisciplinary Commission for Attention to Transsexuals to provide both specialized health care and social services. Mariela Castro Espin describes it: "specialists in the care of transsexual persons, and ... adopted internationally approved diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, which were incorporated as services offered free of charge by the [National Public Health System], along with courses to train sex therapists."

In July 2025, the National Assembly passed a law allowing people to change their gender and surnames in the national civil registry without reassignment surgery. The law also gave legal recognition to common-law marriages.

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50501: The People’s Movement ❌👑 @50501movement.bsky.social · 1d

The Portland Frog army has now infiltrated Tulsa, OK and they’ve made an unlikely alliance with the T-Rex infantry and Sharks on Hoverboards mercenary forces.

This is truly terrifying.

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Cala @calastorylord.bsky.social · 1d

I'm obviously very biased with this one, as I'm one of the developers for the game and demo, but I will recommend Village of the Ages.

Beyond that, I have my eye on Legend of Khiimori and Tavern Keeper. I'll be trying their demos out soon.

store.steampowered.com/app/3960980/...

Village of the Ages Demo on Steam

If a giant tornado ended it all, can you rebuild? Guide villagers from the Early Ages to the Iron Ages in this cute chaos village sim demo. No progress bars, no tech trees. Paradise or inferno - you d...

store.steampowered.com

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Cala @calastorylord.bsky.social · 1d

Are you looking for other demos (as in, can I rec one), or just observing the state of things and seeing how it goes?

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Cala @calastorylord.bsky.social · 1d

Ooooh, y'all look great. This is a lovely pic.

Cala @calastorylord.bsky.social · 1d

I mean.. if you're just trying to get rid of them, I imagine a driving range might be a route.

Or, just.. the internet? One of the various marketplaces?

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Bertine van Hövell @baroness.bsky.social · 1d

ok hear me out, we know that gamer chairs are basically repurposed car seats and that it's much better for your desk posture to use a herman miller (clone) or something similar

but what if we replace car seats inside cars with proper desk chairs too huh, imagine the ergonomic benefits

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Cala @calastorylord.bsky.social · 1d

Adding alt text to what I'm sure is just a description of Portland, and possibly Seattle area.

reluctant friend: puppy dog city is a myth, we should turn back.

grizzled mercenary: it's getting dark, keep moving.

puppygirl: puppy dog city's real. it's a city full of puppy dogs, a place i'll belong & fit in, it's home. i saw it

eccentric scientist: the implications are astounding

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Raj Patel @rajio.bsky.social · 2d

The crop tool symbol is based on this actual physical tool, sometimes called an adjustable enlarging easel. Its a piece of equipment you might find in the dark room of an actual photo shop.

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Cala @calastorylord.bsky.social · 1d

Adding alt text.

Also, per Google Translate, it says this: China requires its influencers to demonstrate education or certifications before discussing professional topics.

The Asian giant imposes limits on influencers: they can only discuss certain topics if they have formal training.

China exige a sus influencers que demuestren estudios o certificaciones antes de hablar de temas profesionales

El gigante asiático pone límites a los influencers: solo podrán hablar de ciertos temas si tienen formación oficial.

Or, in English via Google Translate:

China requires its influencers to demonstrate education or certifications before discussing professional topics.

The Asian giant imposes limits on influencers: they can only discuss certain topics if they have formal training.

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Kendra "Gloom is My Beat" Pierre-Louis @kendrawrites.com · 1d

With alt text

@gooseymaine on Twitter writing: can somebody explain to me why it's bad if immigrants take our jobs but it's good if AI does?

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BooBiscuit 🎃👻 @harpomarxism.bsky.social · 2d

This is your daily reminder that all body types are beautiful.

An exposed tummy and chest. It is androgynous and smooth

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🦈Lotara & Snaku🐍🔞🏳️‍⚧️ @lotara-and-snaku.bsky.social · 1d

so tired 😮‍💨 how you gonna wake me up?

~🦈

lotara laying flat showing her ass to the camera

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🎃AvidGladiator🎃 @avidgladiator.newgrounds.com · Jul 21

Been insanely hot here the past few days

Punk elf girl in a bikini shorts combo with a beer in her left hand. She looks tired because she always does.

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Kira 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ @kiraavari.bsky.social · 2d

#Elftober2025 Day 12: Fashion

Kira doesn't know much about fashion; in her mind clothing is either practical, like armor, or comfy. Though, with a little dress-up help from Avy (@calastorylord.bsky.social), Kira had to admit that she looks pretty good.

#Elezen #Elezenhours

Kira and her friend Avy posing above Tuliyollal on a bright clear morning.

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Cala @calastorylord.bsky.social · 2d

#Elftober2025 Day 12: Fashion

Teamed up with Kira (@kiraavari.bsky.social) for an Elftober post.

#Elezen #Elezenhours

Picture of Kira and Avy posing on a balcony in Tuliyollal, both are elezen / elves, themed in blue. Kira is in blue and black bouncer aesthetic, Avy is in a sky blue crop top and heels.

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xXBroken_ButterflyXx @xbrokenbutterflyx.bsky.social · 3d

1% of the US population is 2.8 million. Wish ppl would start throwing that number around instead of minimizing us.

"Only 1%."

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Bugs, Beleaguered Babysitter of the Booger Brothers @bugsmaytrix.bsky.social · 3d

this is how you fuckin do it

Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · 3d

UNTIL IT’S DONE, Ep. 4: Sylvia Rivera

In the 1970s, queer New Yorkers had been pushed to the margins of NYC. Our trans neighbors faced immense cruelty. But in Sylvia Rivera, they found a champion.

As we combat Trump’s politics of darkness, her legacy can light the path forward.

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Ruby Arch @rubyarch.bsky.social · 4d

Urianger's VA sings soda pop!
thank you thimothy for accepting this dumb request and making it so amazing!
www.youtube.com/shorts/wDz3I...

Urianger Soda Pop

YouTube video by Ruby Arch

www.youtube.com

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Elliot 🥕 @nameoftheyear.bsky.social · 4d

LOSING MY MIND AT THE PHONE NUMBER ON THIS BUS IN FRONT OF ME

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Cala @calastorylord.bsky.social · 6d

Y'all. The demo is out for the game I've been working on for the last year.

store.steampowered.com/app/3960980/...

#gamedev #indiedev #indie #demo #indiegame #VotA #cozy

Village of the Ages, or Vota, is a cozy village sim / colony sim game.

Follow @villageoftheages.bsky.social for updates.

Village of the Ages Demo on Steam

If a giant tornado ended it all, can you rebuild? Guide villagers from the Early Ages to Middle Ages and beyond in this cute chaos village simulator. No progress bars, no tech trees. Paradise or infer...

store.steampowered.com

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Cala @calastorylord.bsky.social · 6d

Y'all. The demo is out for the game I've been working on for the last year.

store.steampowered.com/app/3960980/...

#gamedev #indiedev #indie #demo #indiegame #VotA #cozy

Village of the Ages, or Vota, is a cozy village sim / colony sim game.

Follow @villageoftheages.bsky.social for updates.

Village of the Ages Demo on Steam

If a giant tornado ended it all, can you rebuild? Guide villagers from the Early Ages to Middle Ages and beyond in this cute chaos village simulator. No progress bars, no tech trees. Paradise or infer...

store.steampowered.com

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