ThatGamerAjax
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He/Him. TTRPG content creator and writer. Follow for GM advice, random musings, discussions and indie RPG suggestions!
Oh hey, I have a game coming out this week! In IronFrame, players are mech pilots taking on a variety of jobs, from megacorporations to freedom fighters, and the game is designed with short campaigns and one shots in mind!
It's also rules light and meant to get you going in minutes! Releasing 11/29
It's also rules light and meant to get you going in minutes! Releasing 11/29
November 25, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Oh hey, I have a game coming out this week! In IronFrame, players are mech pilots taking on a variety of jobs, from megacorporations to freedom fighters, and the game is designed with short campaigns and one shots in mind!
It's also rules light and meant to get you going in minutes! Releasing 11/29
It's also rules light and meant to get you going in minutes! Releasing 11/29
Having a bit of a day mentally, so let’s try to change that. AMA anything IronFrame, the mecha TTRPG I’ve been working on that’s coming out next week
November 19, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Having a bit of a day mentally, so let’s try to change that. AMA anything IronFrame, the mecha TTRPG I’ve been working on that’s coming out next week
Here’s my totally not spoiled dog Penny being comfier than I probably have been in my life!
November 17, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Here’s my totally not spoiled dog Penny being comfier than I probably have been in my life!
Let me tell you, I’m beyond stoked to finally be releasing IronFrame. I actually came up with the concept for it around a year ago, and this is the first game I’ve put together that’s not part of a jam!
So if you’re interested in a rules light but tactical mech TTRPG, you’re in luck!
So if you’re interested in a rules light but tactical mech TTRPG, you’re in luck!
November 13, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Let me tell you, I’m beyond stoked to finally be releasing IronFrame. I actually came up with the concept for it around a year ago, and this is the first game I’ve put together that’s not part of a jam!
So if you’re interested in a rules light but tactical mech TTRPG, you’re in luck!
So if you’re interested in a rules light but tactical mech TTRPG, you’re in luck!
Hey folks, wanna see something that I think is neat? Here's the cover reveal of the game I've been working on!
It's nearing an official release and will be published on DriveThurRPG and Itch!
It's nearing an official release and will be published on DriveThurRPG and Itch!
November 9, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Hey folks, wanna see something that I think is neat? Here's the cover reveal of the game I've been working on!
It's nearing an official release and will be published on DriveThurRPG and Itch!
It's nearing an official release and will be published on DriveThurRPG and Itch!
#Tabletop game designers: This right here is amazing. It helps so much for planning purposes, and I appreciate knowing this isn't something meant to be played for years at a time with one character
September 26, 2025 at 7:36 PM
#Tabletop game designers: This right here is amazing. It helps so much for planning purposes, and I appreciate knowing this isn't something meant to be played for years at a time with one character
Definitely meaning to get back to working on this, and it needs some design work to make it easier to read, but this right here is the core basis of the #mecha TTRPG I've been writing. The idea is for component sizes to be very, very fluid, while being quick to get into with just a bit of crunch
September 20, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Definitely meaning to get back to working on this, and it needs some design work to make it easier to read, but this right here is the core basis of the #mecha TTRPG I've been writing. The idea is for component sizes to be very, very fluid, while being quick to get into with just a bit of crunch
Do I know why I saved this anymore? Not at all. But it’s accurate for the time of year we’re going into.
September 18, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Do I know why I saved this anymore? Not at all. But it’s accurate for the time of year we’re going into.
Seeing this going around and you know what? It’s been a rough month and I could use the validation
September 18, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Seeing this going around and you know what? It’s been a rough month and I could use the validation
9: Lancer. This is a game that I enjoy but honestly have some mixed feelings on, particularly from the GM side of things. But it’s a neat system with a really cool universe, plus hey mechs are always a plus
August 15, 2025 at 4:46 PM
9: Lancer. This is a game that I enjoy but honestly have some mixed feelings on, particularly from the GM side of things. But it’s a neat system with a really cool universe, plus hey mechs are always a plus
8: Hollows, by Rowan, Rook, and Deckard, specifically the quick start in this case. This one was an absolute blast to play through, and I'm still counting down for the full release.
August 15, 2025 at 2:47 AM
8: Hollows, by Rowan, Rook, and Deckard, specifically the quick start in this case. This one was an absolute blast to play through, and I'm still counting down for the full release.
7: Thirsty Sword Lesbians. I’ve only run it once or twice but it’s just so incredibly fun
August 15, 2025 at 2:21 AM
7: Thirsty Sword Lesbians. I’ve only run it once or twice but it’s just so incredibly fun
6: Emberwind. If you want to start branching out from D&D, this is one of my go-to recommendations. Everything you need to run is in this one book and it even be done GMless for pre-written adventures. Plus the art inside is gorgeous
August 14, 2025 at 5:49 PM
6: Emberwind. If you want to start branching out from D&D, this is one of my go-to recommendations. Everything you need to run is in this one book and it even be done GMless for pre-written adventures. Plus the art inside is gorgeous
5: Dishonored. Yes, I know most folks use Blades in the Dark for this kind of story, but I'm a huge fan of the video games and this was my introduction to the 2d20 system, which is up there for a favorite general system.
August 13, 2025 at 11:34 PM
5: Dishonored. Yes, I know most folks use Blades in the Dark for this kind of story, but I'm a huge fan of the video games and this was my introduction to the 2d20 system, which is up there for a favorite general system.
4: Cyberpunk RED. I’ve mostly played this in one shots, so I would love to be able to do something longer form sometime. I just don’t have enough time on my hands to do so
August 13, 2025 at 11:10 PM
4: Cyberpunk RED. I’ve mostly played this in one shots, so I would love to be able to do something longer form sometime. I just don’t have enough time on my hands to do so
3: Fantasy Age 2e. This is a current favorite that I’m running on my server, and I adore the way the stunt system works. If I could run this every week, I honestly would
August 13, 2025 at 9:01 PM
3: Fantasy Age 2e. This is a current favorite that I’m running on my server, and I adore the way the stunt system works. If I could run this every week, I honestly would
2: When the Moon Hangs Low. This is a more recent favorite of mine that I stumbled on from a deal of the day on DriveThru, where players take on the role of cursed hunters trying to fight off and survive in a cursed city over a necropolis. The Bloodborne inspiration is very heavy with this one
August 13, 2025 at 8:04 PM
2: When the Moon Hangs Low. This is a more recent favorite of mine that I stumbled on from a deal of the day on DriveThru, where players take on the role of cursed hunters trying to fight off and survive in a cursed city over a necropolis. The Bloodborne inspiration is very heavy with this one
1: Veil of the Void. This was the first indie TTRPG I backed and ended up running, and I attribute it to shaping the attitude I have for all kinds of TTRPGs
August 13, 2025 at 7:21 PM
1: Veil of the Void. This was the first indie TTRPG I backed and ended up running, and I attribute it to shaping the attitude I have for all kinds of TTRPGs
You know what, I’m going incredibly happy because today is Penny’s gotcha day! My partner and I have had her for two years now and we absolutely love her
August 7, 2025 at 8:13 PM
You know what, I’m going incredibly happy because today is Penny’s gotcha day! My partner and I have had her for two years now and we absolutely love her
Friend got me some new reading material as a birthday gift! We’ll add it to the list of games to run 😅
August 4, 2025 at 3:36 AM
Friend got me some new reading material as a birthday gift! We’ll add it to the list of games to run 😅
Morning folks! I’ll be taking part at #FOMOCon running two games, one as a playtest and then When the Moon Hangs Low! There are so many great sounding games and panels going on, try to make it if you can!
July 28, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Morning folks! I’ll be taking part at #FOMOCon running two games, one as a playtest and then When the Moon Hangs Low! There are so many great sounding games and panels going on, try to make it if you can!
Apparently Penny has decided I’m not allowed to get up from my desk today…
July 11, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Apparently Penny has decided I’m not allowed to get up from my desk today…
Don’t worry I’ve got you! Penny to the rescue!
June 24, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Don’t worry I’ve got you! Penny to the rescue!
Map making isn't my strong suit, but it's a work in progress. Behold Crestfall, the general fantasy world I've made to primarily be used for a #FantasyAge game I'm running
June 19, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Map making isn't my strong suit, but it's a work in progress. Behold Crestfall, the general fantasy world I've made to primarily be used for a #FantasyAge game I'm running
You’ve made it to a Penny checkpoint. She wants to know if you’re doing okay and remind you to get a treat and some water today
June 17, 2025 at 7:38 PM
You’ve made it to a Penny checkpoint. She wants to know if you’re doing okay and remind you to get a treat and some water today