Tag: storytelling
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Being Jobless, Taking Quests, and The Art and Value of Writing Spec Scripts Evolving Existing Franchises. Part 1 of WorldBuilders and LoreKeepers
As I continue down this path of joblessness in search of the next gig, I find myself taking bolder steps—contacting studios that, in the past, scared me due to their sheer industry prowess. I applied and interviewed with Pokémon, wrote several scripts for Blizzard Entertainment, Larian, and Sebastian. I’ve translated preliminary test documents for Sega…
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🎬 Opinion: Will the End of Hollywood Signal the Demise of the American Dream? 🇺🇸 & Part Two: 100-Days Into the The Writer’s Strike, SAG, WGA, and Storytelling.
In the glimmering world of Hollywood, the recent writers’ strike raises a pivotal question: Could the closure of this cinematic chapter signify the gradual undoing of the American dream as we know it? Beyond the glamour lies a thought-provoking analysis of how storytelling and culture intertwine, urging us to consider what America truly means when…
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LOTR: Am I Late to This Party? I Just Watched Lord of the Rings for the First Time…. A Review
Ladies and gentlemen, hobbits and wizards, yeah I said it, prepare yourselves for a latish review of the “Lord of the Rings” films! Now, before I embark on this journey, let me admit something to you all right off the bat: I failed as a literary scholar. Yes, my dear readers, despite my bookish ambitions,…
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Et Tu, Machina? The Tyrannosaurus is NOT the Hero: Rewriting the Deus Ex Machina of Jurassic Park and other failed resolutions
“Rewriting the ending of Jurassic Park: Explore the risks of deus ex machina and the importance of creative alternatives. Discover how spec scripts can reimagine beloved stories, showcasing the writer’s talent and offering fresh perspectives on established narratives.”
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Kappa Kappa Kappa Kappa Kappa Chamelion, You Come and Go, You come and Go. Several ideas for Integrating East Asian Folklore Into Your Storytelling or next TTRPG Campaign
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in #ThursdayThoughts, Anthropology, digital communities, digital storytelling, fable, fairytale, fan studies, folklore, folkloresque, folklorist, game based learning, game development, game Ideas, game studies, games, gaming, japan, japanese cinema, japanese folklore, japanese language, japanese literature, japanese mythology, japanese video games, japanese videogames, Ludology, material culture, narrative design, Narratology, ttrpg, writing, yokaiPrepare to dive into a world of mischievous legends and watery wonders as we unravel the secrets of the kappa in our latest article. Join us on a playful and personal adventure through East Asian folklore, where the line between reality and imagination gets delightfully blurred. Discover the trickery, humor, and haunting tales of these…
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“10 Key Takeaways from LudoNarraCon 2023: Insights and Inspiration for Narrative-Driven Games and Beyond
Are you a game developer or writer looking for insights and inspiration to elevate your craft? Look no further than LudoNarraCon 2023! From diversity and inclusion to player agency and game mechanics, this virtual conference offered a wealth of knowledge for narrative-driven games and beyond. Here are the top 10 key takeaways from the conference:…