Diandra
@mesaanasedai.bsky.social
Narrative Director - iwot Games
She/They
Formerly: Crystal Dynamics, Blizzard, Aniplex, Carbine, Riot, BioWare
Co-author: The Definitive Game Narrative Guide
Opinions = my own
“I am the very model of a modern major general”
She/They
Formerly: Crystal Dynamics, Blizzard, Aniplex, Carbine, Riot, BioWare
Co-author: The Definitive Game Narrative Guide
Opinions = my own
“I am the very model of a modern major general”
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Diandra
@mesaanasedai.bsky.social
· Sep 9
It’s here! We wrote a book about game writing and narrative… and it’s finally COMING OUT.
We would love for people to check it out! This is a tome for all levels as we believe that sometimes going back to basics can solve even the most complicated problems.
www.routledge.com/The-Definiti...
We would love for people to check it out! This is a tome for all levels as we believe that sometimes going back to basics can solve even the most complicated problems.
www.routledge.com/The-Definiti...
So it’s FINALLY HERE! Happy book birthday to us!!
We’re are super grateful to Chris Metzen, James Waugh, and Drew Karpyshyn for their amazing endorsements.
As well as the always delightful Rich Dansky for his kind forward.
We’re are super grateful to Chris Metzen, James Waugh, and Drew Karpyshyn for their amazing endorsements.
As well as the always delightful Rich Dansky for his kind forward.
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The @polyfightergame.bsky.social playtest is live!
You can sign up directly on the steam page! store.steampowered.com/app/3977340/...
Sign up now! Shares are really appreciated! Thank you :)
You can sign up directly on the steam page! store.steampowered.com/app/3977340/...
Sign up now! Shares are really appreciated! Thank you :)
December 10, 2025 at 5:03 PM
The @polyfightergame.bsky.social playtest is live!
You can sign up directly on the steam page! store.steampowered.com/app/3977340/...
Sign up now! Shares are really appreciated! Thank you :)
You can sign up directly on the steam page! store.steampowered.com/app/3977340/...
Sign up now! Shares are really appreciated! Thank you :)
“This man burned 100s of millions of dollars and got his studio closed by his bad decisions and inability to manage. It is his fault that he destroyed people’s lives.”
“Y’know what? He pinky promised it wasn’t him. Let’s LET HIM DO IT AGAIN.”
“Y’know what? He pinky promised it wasn’t him. Let’s LET HIM DO IT AGAIN.”
December 9, 2025 at 9:49 PM
“This man burned 100s of millions of dollars and got his studio closed by his bad decisions and inability to manage. It is his fault that he destroyed people’s lives.”
“Y’know what? He pinky promised it wasn’t him. Let’s LET HIM DO IT AGAIN.”
“Y’know what? He pinky promised it wasn’t him. Let’s LET HIM DO IT AGAIN.”
Finally started Adventure Time, I don’t know if I will love it more than Steven Universe but I do like it a lot.
The first two seasons definitely make you think it’s a different show.
The first two seasons definitely make you think it’s a different show.
November 29, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Finally started Adventure Time, I don’t know if I will love it more than Steven Universe but I do like it a lot.
The first two seasons definitely make you think it’s a different show.
The first two seasons definitely make you think it’s a different show.
I love Long Beach because it’s very community driven. We care about each other. This is a beautiful example of the caring the neighborhood has for one another.
Gives me hope for the future.
Gives me hope for the future.
November 27, 2025 at 7:40 AM
I love Long Beach because it’s very community driven. We care about each other. This is a beautiful example of the caring the neighborhood has for one another.
Gives me hope for the future.
Gives me hope for the future.
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If you like an author's work, the best thing you can do is buy it. The second best thing you can do is ask your local library to buy it. Or, do both!
A reminder that the median book deal for a debut author in the UK is £7000, paid over 12-18 months. (from 2022 Society of Authors report). Some of your favourite writers are struggling. societyofauthors.org/2022/12/06/a....
A profession struggling to sustain itself - The Society of Authors
ALCS report on author incomes shows 60% drop in median incomes since 2006
societyofauthors.org
November 24, 2025 at 5:39 PM
If you like an author's work, the best thing you can do is buy it. The second best thing you can do is ask your local library to buy it. Or, do both!
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And folks this is why even if you choose not to be in a union--for whatever reason--you still owe your co-workers solidarity. The discussions were, seemingly,bcomparing salaries and talking about a company policy change to their slack server. Someone went to management and got 34 people fired.
PMG understands Rockstar became aware of these messages after at least one non-union member of the server raised concerns about these discussions with management and this either kicked off, or contributed to, a wider investigation.
November 24, 2025 at 3:10 PM
And folks this is why even if you choose not to be in a union--for whatever reason--you still owe your co-workers solidarity. The discussions were, seemingly,bcomparing salaries and talking about a company policy change to their slack server. Someone went to management and got 34 people fired.
“Don’t dead, open inside” is the gift that keeps on giving.
I have no idea if intentional or not but I love it deeply and truly either way.
I have no idea if intentional or not but I love it deeply and truly either way.
November 24, 2025 at 6:26 AM
“Don’t dead, open inside” is the gift that keeps on giving.
I have no idea if intentional or not but I love it deeply and truly either way.
I have no idea if intentional or not but I love it deeply and truly either way.
What perfect album came out the year you turned 16?
November 17, 2025 at 4:37 AM
What perfect album came out the year you turned 16?
I know this seems like sacrilege since we haven’t thanked the givings yet…
But I LOVE trash Christmas movies and this year has been a lot.
So we indulging in things made to feel good.
(So far it’s been A Merry Little Ex-mas, and A Vineyard Christmas)
But I LOVE trash Christmas movies and this year has been a lot.
So we indulging in things made to feel good.
(So far it’s been A Merry Little Ex-mas, and A Vineyard Christmas)
November 16, 2025 at 4:51 AM
I know this seems like sacrilege since we haven’t thanked the givings yet…
But I LOVE trash Christmas movies and this year has been a lot.
So we indulging in things made to feel good.
(So far it’s been A Merry Little Ex-mas, and A Vineyard Christmas)
But I LOVE trash Christmas movies and this year has been a lot.
So we indulging in things made to feel good.
(So far it’s been A Merry Little Ex-mas, and A Vineyard Christmas)
It breaks my heart that Belinda had this done to her. Her imagination and drive are unparalleled. I didn’t get to work with her directly but being on the same team I know what an amazing writer she is and how hard she works. Hire her and she will give you stories you never seen before.
absolutely heartbroken to announce that i was part of the crystal layoffs today 💔
if y’all spot any openings for a soft, dedicated, smiley games writer — please send them my way 💫
i was on the most perfect narrative team on an exciting, ambitious project. i will cherish it all forever. 💖
if y’all spot any openings for a soft, dedicated, smiley games writer — please send them my way 💫
i was on the most perfect narrative team on an exciting, ambitious project. i will cherish it all forever. 💖
November 15, 2025 at 7:10 PM
It breaks my heart that Belinda had this done to her. Her imagination and drive are unparalleled. I didn’t get to work with her directly but being on the same team I know what an amazing writer she is and how hard she works. Hire her and she will give you stories you never seen before.
Hannah is an incredible writer who always looks to take on new challenges and build her skills up to support any game she’s on. There is nothing that daunts her or that she says “no a writer doesn’t do that” she’s a full team player. I hope someone grabs her quick. She’s incredible.
Hey so, today is my last day at Crystal Dynamics apparently. I joined the company in 2018 to work on Marvel's Avengers and it's been the longest (and best) job I've ever had. It now means I'm looking for work, so if you know of any senior writer/narrative designer positions please send them my way.
November 15, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Hannah is an incredible writer who always looks to take on new challenges and build her skills up to support any game she’s on. There is nothing that daunts her or that she says “no a writer doesn’t do that” she’s a full team player. I hope someone grabs her quick. She’s incredible.
Teeth are not luxury bones.
They should be fully covered under a blanket healthcare for all, that doesn’t come out of your paycheck.
They should be fully covered under a blanket healthcare for all, that doesn’t come out of your paycheck.
"my least woke opinion is---"
That's enough. We've had enough people indulging in the "thrill of a little conservatism", as a treat. Of considering reactionary thought to be a salacious and taboo in a world descending into reactionary mania.
Give me your MOST woke opinions. We're bringing it back.
That's enough. We've had enough people indulging in the "thrill of a little conservatism", as a treat. Of considering reactionary thought to be a salacious and taboo in a world descending into reactionary mania.
Give me your MOST woke opinions. We're bringing it back.
November 14, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Teeth are not luxury bones.
They should be fully covered under a blanket healthcare for all, that doesn’t come out of your paycheck.
They should be fully covered under a blanket healthcare for all, that doesn’t come out of your paycheck.
I still think about the man in the bar who tried to flirt with me by telling me he was a seat filler for The Game Awards.
This was AFTER he found out I worked in game dev.
This was AFTER he found out I worked in game dev.
November 12, 2025 at 8:36 AM
I still think about the man in the bar who tried to flirt with me by telling me he was a seat filler for The Game Awards.
This was AFTER he found out I worked in game dev.
This was AFTER he found out I worked in game dev.
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Still thinking about the “official” 2023 Future Class meetup after we had to pay for our own travel to LA/hotel/tickets to the Game Awards, only to stand on a sidewalk outside a Starbucks where they wouldn’t even cover the cost of our shitty coffees 🫠
www.gamedeveloper.com/business/the...
www.gamedeveloper.com/business/the...
The Game Awards' Future Class program remains on ice
Future Class organizer Emily Weir has informed past honorees that The Game Awards has no active plans for the program.
www.gamedeveloper.com
November 7, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Still thinking about the “official” 2023 Future Class meetup after we had to pay for our own travel to LA/hotel/tickets to the Game Awards, only to stand on a sidewalk outside a Starbucks where they wouldn’t even cover the cost of our shitty coffees 🫠
www.gamedeveloper.com/business/the...
www.gamedeveloper.com/business/the...
What if… we just didn’t have the Game Awards?
November 6, 2025 at 10:06 PM
What if… we just didn’t have the Game Awards?
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Tomorrow, tomorrow, tomorrow! Art and romance, what could be better?
November 4, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Tomorrow, tomorrow, tomorrow! Art and romance, what could be better?
A movie you’ve seen more than 7 times with a gif
(I watch this anytime I miss home)
(I watch this anytime I miss home)
November 3, 2025 at 10:55 PM
A movie you’ve seen more than 7 times with a gif
(I watch this anytime I miss home)
(I watch this anytime I miss home)
NGL… still proud of the Jays for playing some incredible games.
Y’all didn’t make it easy and should still be lauded as champions.
Next year 💕
Y’all didn’t make it easy and should still be lauded as champions.
Next year 💕
November 2, 2025 at 4:32 AM
NGL… still proud of the Jays for playing some incredible games.
Y’all didn’t make it easy and should still be lauded as champions.
Next year 💕
Y’all didn’t make it easy and should still be lauded as champions.
Next year 💕
I force choke for very reasonable rates.
October 30, 2025 at 3:27 PM
I force choke for very reasonable rates.
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Duke press sale! 50% off books including my own Mekong Dreaming!
Our Fall Sale begins today! Save 50% on books & journal issues now through November 9 with coupon code FALL25. buff.ly/Bk390cu
October 21, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Duke press sale! 50% off books including my own Mekong Dreaming!
I am not much of a Sports person, but having the World Series be Dodgers/Jays definitely gets me in my feels a little.
I am old enough to remember when the Jays won the two years in a row and how we as kids were allowed to stay up and watch it.
I am old enough to remember when the Jays won the two years in a row and how we as kids were allowed to stay up and watch it.
October 21, 2025 at 4:36 AM
I am not much of a Sports person, but having the World Series be Dodgers/Jays definitely gets me in my feels a little.
I am old enough to remember when the Jays won the two years in a row and how we as kids were allowed to stay up and watch it.
I am old enough to remember when the Jays won the two years in a row and how we as kids were allowed to stay up and watch it.
Tired of seeing white dudes wanna make black protagonists who are caricatures of Shaft.
October 20, 2025 at 3:21 AM
Tired of seeing white dudes wanna make black protagonists who are caricatures of Shaft.
Hot Editor take: I only care about your words when they’re gonna be sent out officially.
Have typos in social media? Fine. Typos in a collaborative project with your peers before it’s sent out? Fine. Typos in texts? Fine.
Caring aside from official output? You’re being a dickwad.
Have typos in social media? Fine. Typos in a collaborative project with your peers before it’s sent out? Fine. Typos in texts? Fine.
Caring aside from official output? You’re being a dickwad.
October 20, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Hot Editor take: I only care about your words when they’re gonna be sent out officially.
Have typos in social media? Fine. Typos in a collaborative project with your peers before it’s sent out? Fine. Typos in texts? Fine.
Caring aside from official output? You’re being a dickwad.
Have typos in social media? Fine. Typos in a collaborative project with your peers before it’s sent out? Fine. Typos in texts? Fine.
Caring aside from official output? You’re being a dickwad.
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OPPORTUNITY - Narrative Designer - CCP - Reykjavík
Not affiliated. Shares welcome
careers.ccpgames.com/en/postings/...
Not affiliated. Shares welcome
careers.ccpgames.com/en/postings/...
Narrative Designer
Job Opening: Narrative Designer at CCP Games in Reykjavík.
careers.ccpgames.com
October 19, 2025 at 3:15 PM
OPPORTUNITY - Narrative Designer - CCP - Reykjavík
Not affiliated. Shares welcome
careers.ccpgames.com/en/postings/...
Not affiliated. Shares welcome
careers.ccpgames.com/en/postings/...
There is indeed still time to help the group out if you can! (Thanks to @annacwebs.bsky.social for organizing)
Oh oh! I notice we need more for our team goal! Please help us reach it!!
afspwalks.donordrive.com/team/371158
afspwalks.donordrive.com/team/371158
October 16, 2025 at 3:07 PM
There is indeed still time to help the group out if you can! (Thanks to @annacwebs.bsky.social for organizing)