Vex | James | He/Him
@slimarms.bsky.social
Avid fantasy reader, TTRPG lover & Video game enjoyer. Dad of two beautiful girls
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Draw Steel Codex Tutorials - YouTube
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I’m one of the play testers for the Draw Steel Codex, the VTT that MCDM have the DMHub team building.
I’ve recently been putting some videos together to onboard new testers.
If you’re interested, you can check them out on the link below
youtube.com/playlist?lis...
I’ve recently been putting some videos together to onboard new testers.
If you’re interested, you can check them out on the link below
youtube.com/playlist?lis...
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Happy Valentines Day!
The first 2 maps of MCDMs Dark Heart of the Wood is now available to download in the Codex for MCDM patrons.
The devs are working on the rest of the adventure and will update the module as soon as more is available.
Share Draw Steel with loved ones this Valentines day!
The first 2 maps of MCDMs Dark Heart of the Wood is now available to download in the Codex for MCDM patrons.
The devs are working on the rest of the adventure and will update the module as soon as more is available.
Share Draw Steel with loved ones this Valentines day!
February 14, 2026 at 9:46 AM
Happy Valentines Day!
The first 2 maps of MCDMs Dark Heart of the Wood is now available to download in the Codex for MCDM patrons.
The devs are working on the rest of the adventure and will update the module as soon as more is available.
Share Draw Steel with loved ones this Valentines day!
The first 2 maps of MCDMs Dark Heart of the Wood is now available to download in the Codex for MCDM patrons.
The devs are working on the rest of the adventure and will update the module as soon as more is available.
Share Draw Steel with loved ones this Valentines day!
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In addition to the Summoner and The Fall of Blackbottom, we have another treat for y'all on November 28tth, Black Friday!
The Codex is the custom VTT for DRAW STEEL and Patrons and their players will be able to join the playtest TOMORROW!
JOIN THE PATREON TO GET ACCESS!!!
www.patreon.com/mcdm
The Codex is the custom VTT for DRAW STEEL and Patrons and their players will be able to join the playtest TOMORROW!
JOIN THE PATREON TO GET ACCESS!!!
www.patreon.com/mcdm
November 27, 2025 at 8:23 PM
In addition to the Summoner and The Fall of Blackbottom, we have another treat for y'all on November 28tth, Black Friday!
The Codex is the custom VTT for DRAW STEEL and Patrons and their players will be able to join the playtest TOMORROW!
JOIN THE PATREON TO GET ACCESS!!!
www.patreon.com/mcdm
The Codex is the custom VTT for DRAW STEEL and Patrons and their players will be able to join the playtest TOMORROW!
JOIN THE PATREON TO GET ACCESS!!!
www.patreon.com/mcdm
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@hellomcdm.bsky.social just dropped updated versions of the Draw Steel core rules. Check your emails!
November 28, 2025 at 8:32 AM
@hellomcdm.bsky.social just dropped updated versions of the Draw Steel core rules. Check your emails!
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If you haven't seen this yet, the creator of Forge Steel needs a new computer. FS is one of Draw Steel's best online tools and Andy doesn't charge a single penny for it, so please consider donating :) #DrawSteel
www.reddit.com/r/drawsteel/...
www.reddit.com/r/drawsteel/...
From the drawsteel community on Reddit: Forge Steel creator isn't one to ask for donations, so I will
Explore this post and more from the drawsteel community
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August 18, 2025 at 10:54 PM
If you haven't seen this yet, the creator of Forge Steel needs a new computer. FS is one of Draw Steel's best online tools and Andy doesn't charge a single penny for it, so please consider donating :) #DrawSteel
www.reddit.com/r/drawsteel/...
www.reddit.com/r/drawsteel/...
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Great introductory video by Denivarius, the lead developer of DMHub who is working on the Codex, the proprietary VTT for @hellomcdm.bsky.social‘s Draw Steel!
It’s in beta, if you want to give it a try, head to the DMHub discord (link in comment) check the pinned post in #draw-steel-codex to get a 🔑
It’s in beta, if you want to give it a try, head to the DMHub discord (link in comment) check the pinned post in #draw-steel-codex to get a 🔑
Interested in learning more about the Draw Steel Codex? We just published a new video about it. 👇https://youtu.be/HuydraCV2JE?si=CAhwDzO7wA6SZgId
Get Started Playing Draw Steel with the Codex
YouTube video by DMHub
youtu.be
August 9, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Great introductory video by Denivarius, the lead developer of DMHub who is working on the Codex, the proprietary VTT for @hellomcdm.bsky.social‘s Draw Steel!
It’s in beta, if you want to give it a try, head to the DMHub discord (link in comment) check the pinned post in #draw-steel-codex to get a 🔑
It’s in beta, if you want to give it a try, head to the DMHub discord (link in comment) check the pinned post in #draw-steel-codex to get a 🔑
Great introductory video by Denivarius, the lead developer of DMHub who is working on the Codex, the proprietary VTT for @hellomcdm.bsky.social‘s Draw Steel!
It’s in beta, if you want to give it a try, head to the DMHub discord (link in comment) check the pinned post in #draw-steel-codex to get a 🔑
It’s in beta, if you want to give it a try, head to the DMHub discord (link in comment) check the pinned post in #draw-steel-codex to get a 🔑
Interested in learning more about the Draw Steel Codex? We just published a new video about it. 👇https://youtu.be/HuydraCV2JE?si=CAhwDzO7wA6SZgId
Get Started Playing Draw Steel with the Codex
YouTube video by DMHub
youtu.be
August 9, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Great introductory video by Denivarius, the lead developer of DMHub who is working on the Codex, the proprietary VTT for @hellomcdm.bsky.social‘s Draw Steel!
It’s in beta, if you want to give it a try, head to the DMHub discord (link in comment) check the pinned post in #draw-steel-codex to get a 🔑
It’s in beta, if you want to give it a try, head to the DMHub discord (link in comment) check the pinned post in #draw-steel-codex to get a 🔑
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Interested in learning more about the Draw Steel Codex? We just published a new video about it. 👇https://youtu.be/HuydraCV2JE?si=CAhwDzO7wA6SZgId
Get Started Playing Draw Steel with the Codex
YouTube video by DMHub
youtu.be
August 8, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Interested in learning more about the Draw Steel Codex? We just published a new video about it. 👇https://youtu.be/HuydraCV2JE?si=CAhwDzO7wA6SZgId
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If you, like a BUNCH of folks, are just now getting started with The Codex, this brand-new video from @dmhubvtt.bsky.social is super helpful for setting things up!
Also, @slimarms.bsky.social has a great series on his YouTube channel for The Codex too!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftkI...
Also, @slimarms.bsky.social has a great series on his YouTube channel for The Codex too!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftkI...
🛠️ Codex Workshop Basics: Token Management for Draw Steel
YouTube video by DMHub
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August 5, 2025 at 5:20 PM
If you, like a BUNCH of folks, are just now getting started with The Codex, this brand-new video from @dmhubvtt.bsky.social is super helpful for setting things up!
Also, @slimarms.bsky.social has a great series on his YouTube channel for The Codex too!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftkI...
Also, @slimarms.bsky.social has a great series on his YouTube channel for The Codex too!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftkI...
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Interested to learn more about the Draw Steel Codex? We're holding a workshop on the DMHub Discord server at 09:00PST / 16:00UTC on Sunday 3rd August (tomorrow!)
Participants will get access to the alpha testing if they want. Link to the DMHub discord server:
discord.gg/69JHH76p
Participants will get access to the alpha testing if they want. Link to the DMHub discord server:
discord.gg/69JHH76p
Join the DMHub Discord Server!
Check out the DMHub community on Discord - hang out with 2771 other members and enjoy free voice and text chat.
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August 2, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Interested to learn more about the Draw Steel Codex? We're holding a workshop on the DMHub Discord server at 09:00PST / 16:00UTC on Sunday 3rd August (tomorrow!)
Participants will get access to the alpha testing if they want. Link to the DMHub discord server:
discord.gg/69JHH76p
Participants will get access to the alpha testing if they want. Link to the DMHub discord server:
discord.gg/69JHH76p
Do this! You also get to see yours truly play amongst the great Mole & Bonesaw
Go watch @riseheroesrise.bsky.social on YouTube right now! They're running a #DrawSteel PDF giveaway while running my adventure 😳
youtu.be/IKpob1gqMrM
youtu.be/IKpob1gqMrM
PDF GIVEAWAY! | Draw Steel PDF Launch Special | You Meet in an Ambush One Shot
YouTube video by Rise Heroes Rise!
youtu.be
July 31, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Do this! You also get to see yours truly play amongst the great Mole & Bonesaw
In less than an hour Draw Steel by @hellomcdm.bsky.social is releasing. I have spent countless hours playtesting since December 2023, given multiple of rounds of feedback, discussed rules and continue to test the Codex extensively. Reflecting on this and the imminent release has me quite emotional!
July 31, 2025 at 6:46 AM
In less than an hour Draw Steel by @hellomcdm.bsky.social is releasing. I have spent countless hours playtesting since December 2023, given multiple of rounds of feedback, discussed rules and continue to test the Codex extensively. Reflecting on this and the imminent release has me quite emotional!
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I'm going to do a live stream, looking back at what the MCDM RPG was when it was pitched in the crowdfunder, and how it compares to the Draw Steel being released.
Join me August 1, 22:00 GMT
youtube.com/live/ZZZtqLC...
Join me August 1, 22:00 GMT
youtube.com/live/ZZZtqLC...
MCDM RPG to Draw Steel - Let's see how far we've come
YouTube video by Goblin Points
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July 30, 2025 at 10:13 AM
I'm going to do a live stream, looking back at what the MCDM RPG was when it was pitched in the crowdfunder, and how it compares to the Draw Steel being released.
Join me August 1, 22:00 GMT
youtube.com/live/ZZZtqLC...
Join me August 1, 22:00 GMT
youtube.com/live/ZZZtqLC...
This is me most nights.
July 24, 2025 at 7:11 AM
This is me most nights.
Oh hey I’m in this one. You should definitely check it out for a chance to win a copy of the Draw Steel PDF
BIG NEWS! Next Thursday JULY 31st at 7PM EDT Rise Heroes Rise is throwing a Draw Steel PDF launch party!
Some of your favorite heroes will be there! Plus we're giving away FIVE COPIES of both the Heroes and Monsters books curtesy of the lovely folks at @hellomcdm.bsky.social
youtu.be/toBz_OULWAc
Some of your favorite heroes will be there! Plus we're giving away FIVE COPIES of both the Heroes and Monsters books curtesy of the lovely folks at @hellomcdm.bsky.social
youtu.be/toBz_OULWAc
PDF GIVEAWAY! | Draw Steel PDF Launch Special | You Meet in an Ambush One Shot
YouTube video by Rise Heroes Rise!
youtu.be
July 23, 2025 at 3:23 AM
Oh hey I’m in this one. You should definitely check it out for a chance to win a copy of the Draw Steel PDF
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You want necromancers? Yeah, Draw Steel's got a lich stat block you can- Oh. You want to PLAY one? Well, yeah. It's got that too.
youtu.be/WHlyrJeSoTE
youtu.be/WHlyrJeSoTE
Play a Necromancer in the Draw Steel Codex! | The Danger Room #7 | Draw Steel Codex Actual Play
YouTube video by Rise Heroes Rise!
youtu.be
July 11, 2025 at 10:26 PM
You want necromancers? Yeah, Draw Steel's got a lich stat block you can- Oh. You want to PLAY one? Well, yeah. It's got that too.
youtu.be/WHlyrJeSoTE
youtu.be/WHlyrJeSoTE
I see evidence of this daily at my work. The level of brain rot in some of my colleagues that have offloaded all of their cognitive ability to an LLM is unbelievable
MIT just pubbed a study on ChatGPT users.
“Brain scans revealed neural connection collapse... a 47% reduction in brain connectivity. When researchers forced ChatGPT users to write w/o AI, they performed worse than people who never used AI at all. It's not just dependency. It's cognitive atrophy.”
“Brain scans revealed neural connection collapse... a 47% reduction in brain connectivity. When researchers forced ChatGPT users to write w/o AI, they performed worse than people who never used AI at all. It's not just dependency. It's cognitive atrophy.”
June 23, 2025 at 11:19 AM
I see evidence of this daily at my work. The level of brain rot in some of my colleagues that have offloaded all of their cognitive ability to an LLM is unbelievable
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RATCATCHER MAGAZINE HAS FUNDED!
To celebrate, here's a new lore drop; the intro text for the Elemental Dancers of Avahndi by @f1zz3r.bsky.social (with preview art by @dojikaan.bsky.social)!
There's still 9 days left to pledge!
www.backerkit.com/c/projects/t...
To celebrate, here's a new lore drop; the intro text for the Elemental Dancers of Avahndi by @f1zz3r.bsky.social (with preview art by @dojikaan.bsky.social)!
There's still 9 days left to pledge!
www.backerkit.com/c/projects/t...
Ratcatcher Magazine for DRAW STEEL - Issue 01 Project Update: Update 02: FUNDED + The Elemental Dancers of Avahndi
Hey folks!! Since our last update, we've funded which means you all are guaranteed to get a copy of Ratcatcher in your hands!
For this update, we've got a preview of the El...
www.backerkit.com
June 23, 2025 at 7:05 AM
RATCATCHER MAGAZINE HAS FUNDED!
To celebrate, here's a new lore drop; the intro text for the Elemental Dancers of Avahndi by @f1zz3r.bsky.social (with preview art by @dojikaan.bsky.social)!
There's still 9 days left to pledge!
www.backerkit.com/c/projects/t...
To celebrate, here's a new lore drop; the intro text for the Elemental Dancers of Avahndi by @f1zz3r.bsky.social (with preview art by @dojikaan.bsky.social)!
There's still 9 days left to pledge!
www.backerkit.com/c/projects/t...
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The finale of The Cave of High Weirdness is OUT! Find out how this epic tale ends...or is it just beginning???
Thanks to @jon.stodle.net @slimarms.bsky.social @nomadicwhispers.bsky.social Robin and Renee for a great adventure. You all are gems!
youtu.be/qknhIrC24lE
Thanks to @jon.stodle.net @slimarms.bsky.social @nomadicwhispers.bsky.social Robin and Renee for a great adventure. You all are gems!
youtu.be/qknhIrC24lE
A Lot of Schlorping | The Cave of High Weirdness Ep. 4 FINALE | Draw Steel Live Play
YouTube video by Rise Heroes Rise!
youtu.be
June 21, 2025 at 6:34 PM
The finale of The Cave of High Weirdness is OUT! Find out how this epic tale ends...or is it just beginning???
Thanks to @jon.stodle.net @slimarms.bsky.social @nomadicwhispers.bsky.social Robin and Renee for a great adventure. You all are gems!
youtu.be/qknhIrC24lE
Thanks to @jon.stodle.net @slimarms.bsky.social @nomadicwhispers.bsky.social Robin and Renee for a great adventure. You all are gems!
youtu.be/qknhIrC24lE
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Hey, this new Summoner class is dope. Great for making friends and interior design!
My players and I had SO MUCH FUN with the class! Can't wait to see the other subclasses in ACTION! It's gonna be REQUIRED in the next game I run!
youtu.be/EW6IShSksek
My players and I had SO MUCH FUN with the class! Can't wait to see the other subclasses in ACTION! It's gonna be REQUIRED in the next game I run!
youtu.be/EW6IShSksek
Summoning the Summoner in the Draw Steel Codex! | The Danger Room #5 | Draw Steel Codex Actual Play
YouTube video by Rise Heroes Rise!
youtu.be
June 15, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Hey, this new Summoner class is dope. Great for making friends and interior design!
My players and I had SO MUCH FUN with the class! Can't wait to see the other subclasses in ACTION! It's gonna be REQUIRED in the next game I run!
youtu.be/EW6IShSksek
My players and I had SO MUCH FUN with the class! Can't wait to see the other subclasses in ACTION! It's gonna be REQUIRED in the next game I run!
youtu.be/EW6IShSksek
I was in this game and it was madness, loved every minute of it!
Ran a playtest of THE SUMMONER tonight.
We all had A LOT of fun! Having only glanced at the PDF before the session, I was pleasantly surprised by all the things the summoner and summons could do!
This class RULES!
The video will be up sometime this weekend!
We all had A LOT of fun! Having only glanced at the PDF before the session, I was pleasantly surprised by all the things the summoner and summons could do!
This class RULES!
The video will be up sometime this weekend!
June 14, 2025 at 8:58 AM
I was in this game and it was madness, loved every minute of it!
It's been a while but I've just posted a video on Triggered Actions and how they work in the Draw Steel Codex! The teams at @hellomcdm.bsky.social & @dmhubvtt.bsky.social have been working hard and we even get to see the new Action Bar UI!
youtu.be/7jeoSf8i3AA
youtu.be/7jeoSf8i3AA
Triggered Actions in the Draw Steel Codex - v0.0.561
YouTube video by Vex
youtu.be
June 11, 2025 at 3:55 AM
It's been a while but I've just posted a video on Triggered Actions and how they work in the Draw Steel Codex! The teams at @hellomcdm.bsky.social & @dmhubvtt.bsky.social have been working hard and we even get to see the new Action Bar UI!
youtu.be/7jeoSf8i3AA
youtu.be/7jeoSf8i3AA
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Rejoin the battle already in progress in THE CAVE OF HIGH WEIRDNESS Episode 2!
Super fun adventure, with a super chaotic (and lovely) group.
Check it out here: youtu.be/rpXKo3y61MY
Super fun adventure, with a super chaotic (and lovely) group.
Check it out here: youtu.be/rpXKo3y61MY
Some Kind of Goop On You | The Cave of High Weirdness Ep. 2 | Draw Steel Live Play
YouTube video by Rise Heroes Rise!
youtu.be
June 6, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Rejoin the battle already in progress in THE CAVE OF HIGH WEIRDNESS Episode 2!
Super fun adventure, with a super chaotic (and lovely) group.
Check it out here: youtu.be/rpXKo3y61MY
Super fun adventure, with a super chaotic (and lovely) group.
Check it out here: youtu.be/rpXKo3y61MY
The cover art for the Draw Steel Heroes & Monster books looks so damn good.
I am beyond hyped to get my hands on the PDF and hardcover books!
I am beyond hyped to get my hands on the PDF and hardcover books!
May 31, 2025 at 11:34 AM
The cover art for the Draw Steel Heroes & Monster books looks so damn good.
I am beyond hyped to get my hands on the PDF and hardcover books!
I am beyond hyped to get my hands on the PDF and hardcover books!