Stephen Lockyer
@mrlockyer.bsky.social
Writing | Games | Escape Rooms | Running | Family | Books | Education
I run www.enigmailed.com
All sorts here: https://blento.app/mrlockyer.bsky.social
who3words:creative, inventive, original
I run www.enigmailed.com
All sorts here: https://blento.app/mrlockyer.bsky.social
who3words:creative, inventive, original
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Stephen Lockyer
@mrlockyer.bsky.social
· Feb 23
Let me make your Sunday. Got a library card? Great.
Download the Libby app. Free.
Up to 10 audiobooks. FREE (cancel Audible).
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(Cancel Kindle Prime).
UNLIMITED high street magazines (I chose Empire, RW, Wired, Simple Things to start).
NEWSPAPERS!
This app is AMAZING.
Download the Libby app. Free.
Up to 10 audiobooks. FREE (cancel Audible).
Up to 10 e books. FREE.
(Cancel Kindle Prime).
UNLIMITED high street magazines (I chose Empire, RW, Wired, Simple Things to start).
NEWSPAPERS!
This app is AMAZING.
A delightful and uplifting story about how UBI is helping artists in Ireland (note that despite it *saving* money, more than 8,000 applied).
February 11, 2026 at 2:22 PM
A delightful and uplifting story about how UBI is helping artists in Ireland (note that despite it *saving* money, more than 8,000 applied).
If solving crime stories using real life materials and resources is your thing, please do join our prelaunch for #forensics today, exclusively on #kickstarter!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
February 11, 2026 at 12:31 PM
If solving crime stories using real life materials and resources is your thing, please do join our prelaunch for #forensics today, exclusively on #kickstarter!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
I hate getting cold calls (even warm calls) so much that I've taken to writing this in enquiry forms: "Please do not call - newborn in house."
So far, so good!
So far, so good!
February 11, 2026 at 10:26 AM
I hate getting cold calls (even warm calls) so much that I've taken to writing this in enquiry forms: "Please do not call - newborn in house."
So far, so good!
So far, so good!
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We are seeking some really communicative play testers for our upcoming game, Clues in Sprues.
Bonus points if you have a strong Social Media presence, but we value feedback just as much! No prior experience needed.
The prelaunch page: www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
Bonus points if you have a strong Social Media presence, but we value feedback just as much! No prior experience needed.
The prelaunch page: www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
February 10, 2026 at 1:24 PM
We are seeking some really communicative play testers for our upcoming game, Clues in Sprues.
Bonus points if you have a strong Social Media presence, but we value feedback just as much! No prior experience needed.
The prelaunch page: www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
Bonus points if you have a strong Social Media presence, but we value feedback just as much! No prior experience needed.
The prelaunch page: www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
We are seeking some really communicative play testers for our upcoming game, Clues in Sprues.
Bonus points if you have a strong Social Media presence, but we value feedback just as much! No prior experience needed.
The prelaunch page: www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
Bonus points if you have a strong Social Media presence, but we value feedback just as much! No prior experience needed.
The prelaunch page: www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
February 10, 2026 at 1:24 PM
We are seeking some really communicative play testers for our upcoming game, Clues in Sprues.
Bonus points if you have a strong Social Media presence, but we value feedback just as much! No prior experience needed.
The prelaunch page: www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
Bonus points if you have a strong Social Media presence, but we value feedback just as much! No prior experience needed.
The prelaunch page: www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
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I know it’s only February, but I’ve just finished “The Names” and think it’s already a book of the year. An extraordinary read. Brutal in places, but beautifully written and quite emotional (lots of trigger warnings) amzn.to/4kl0VsC
The Names: 'The best debut novel in years' Sunday Times
The Names: 'The best debut novel in years' Sunday Times
amzn.to
February 8, 2026 at 5:51 PM
I know it’s only February, but I’ve just finished “The Names” and think it’s already a book of the year. An extraordinary read. Brutal in places, but beautifully written and quite emotional (lots of trigger warnings) amzn.to/4kl0VsC
I know it’s only February, but I’ve just finished “The Names” and think it’s already a book of the year. An extraordinary read. Brutal in places, but beautifully written and quite emotional (lots of trigger warnings) amzn.to/4kl0VsC
The Names: 'The best debut novel in years' Sunday Times
The Names: 'The best debut novel in years' Sunday Times
amzn.to
February 8, 2026 at 5:51 PM
I know it’s only February, but I’ve just finished “The Names” and think it’s already a book of the year. An extraordinary read. Brutal in places, but beautifully written and quite emotional (lots of trigger warnings) amzn.to/4kl0VsC
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Blindboy referred to how we’ve all been conditioned to argue online as ‘turn-based combat’ & I can’t get it out of my head. That’s exactly what it is. A pointless gamified system that no one ever really wins, designed to keep us all busy fighting each other rather than the actual enemy
February 8, 2026 at 2:41 PM
Blindboy referred to how we’ve all been conditioned to argue online as ‘turn-based combat’ & I can’t get it out of my head. That’s exactly what it is. A pointless gamified system that no one ever really wins, designed to keep us all busy fighting each other rather than the actual enemy
Toad
What’s your Gladiator name mine is Goblin
February 7, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Toad
I’ve just heard Bartlett being described as “the trojan horse of misogyny” and honestly?
A1. No notes.
A1. No notes.
February 6, 2026 at 6:13 PM
I’ve just heard Bartlett being described as “the trojan horse of misogyny” and honestly?
A1. No notes.
A1. No notes.
Happy #LetterboxdFriday! Here are my #LastFourWatched
February 6, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Happy #LetterboxdFriday! Here are my #LastFourWatched
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Brilliant #MinorIrritation solve today.
This STUPID jug has a built-in section which collects dishwasher water. ARGH!
Drilled two holes into the handle while warming my porridge. Problem solved.
This STUPID jug has a built-in section which collects dishwasher water. ARGH!
Drilled two holes into the handle while warming my porridge. Problem solved.
February 5, 2026 at 12:22 PM
Brilliant #MinorIrritation solve today.
This STUPID jug has a built-in section which collects dishwasher water. ARGH!
Drilled two holes into the handle while warming my porridge. Problem solved.
This STUPID jug has a built-in section which collects dishwasher water. ARGH!
Drilled two holes into the handle while warming my porridge. Problem solved.
This must annoy more people than just me, surely‽
Brilliant #MinorIrritation solve today.
This STUPID jug has a built-in section which collects dishwasher water. ARGH!
Drilled two holes into the handle while warming my porridge. Problem solved.
This STUPID jug has a built-in section which collects dishwasher water. ARGH!
Drilled two holes into the handle while warming my porridge. Problem solved.
February 5, 2026 at 3:55 PM
This must annoy more people than just me, surely‽
Good news- the prelaunch page for the sequel to #sjandiva is all tidy and ready for action!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
Coming soon: Sjandiva Outdoors - Puzzles in the Peaks
A deeply unreliable guide to mountains, mud, camping disasters, and why “we’re almost there” is never true - plus puzzles.
www.kickstarter.com
February 5, 2026 at 3:54 PM
Good news- the prelaunch page for the sequel to #sjandiva is all tidy and ready for action!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
February 5, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Turns out I'm noisy at home.
February 5, 2026 at 12:56 PM
Turns out I'm noisy at home.
More #foresnsic research, this time about blood splatter. Honestly, one of the most fascinating projects I've work on recently.
February 5, 2026 at 12:16 PM
More #foresnsic research, this time about blood splatter. Honestly, one of the most fascinating projects I've work on recently.
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Just finished updating the wishlists of our network of 3D printers who print & ship safety whistles all over the country to folks who look out for their neighbors.
Wanna help? We have 2 printers who are running low and an entire network who always needs more support: linktr.ee/WhistleWishL...
Wanna help? We have 2 printers who are running low and an entire network who always needs more support: linktr.ee/WhistleWishL...
WhistleWishLists | Linktree
We're the Whistle Avengers. We turn each spool of filament into 400-700 whistles which we send out into the world. Sponsor whistles in your favorite colors!
linktr.ee
February 4, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Just finished updating the wishlists of our network of 3D printers who print & ship safety whistles all over the country to folks who look out for their neighbors.
Wanna help? We have 2 printers who are running low and an entire network who always needs more support: linktr.ee/WhistleWishL...
Wanna help? We have 2 printers who are running low and an entire network who always needs more support: linktr.ee/WhistleWishL...
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Yes! Putting the finishing touches to a TTRPG: think X-Files, but British. And in the 1970s. Like The Sweeney.
Am only making one deluxe copy. And you can have it for free.
If you solve the treasure hunt i have hidden in a one-shot game based in the same world.
FFI bookhouse.uk/shop/publica...
Am only making one deluxe copy. And you can have it for free.
If you solve the treasure hunt i have hidden in a one-shot game based in the same world.
FFI bookhouse.uk/shop/publica...
The Grimpen Affair | Bookhouse Institute
The Grimpen Affair is a FREE 1970s British folk horror tabletop role playing game. It is only available to members of our mailing list.
bookhouse.uk
February 4, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Yes! Putting the finishing touches to a TTRPG: think X-Files, but British. And in the 1970s. Like The Sweeney.
Am only making one deluxe copy. And you can have it for free.
If you solve the treasure hunt i have hidden in a one-shot game based in the same world.
FFI bookhouse.uk/shop/publica...
Am only making one deluxe copy. And you can have it for free.
If you solve the treasure hunt i have hidden in a one-shot game based in the same world.
FFI bookhouse.uk/shop/publica...
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It's #CraftWednesday! Do you have a game-related crafting project in progress? It could be a prototype, print and play, upgrading the components of a favourite game, making an accessory or even something larger like a table or games room. Share a picture and join in! Please RP!
February 4, 2026 at 1:38 PM
It's #CraftWednesday! Do you have a game-related crafting project in progress? It could be a prototype, print and play, upgrading the components of a favourite game, making an accessory or even something larger like a table or games room. Share a picture and join in! Please RP!
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I'm working on a future project, and am preparing the daily free puzzles to make - I thought I'd share today's puzzle, as I'm really pleased with it!
To confirm, you almost certainly need to actually make it to solve it!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
To confirm, you almost certainly need to actually make it to solve it!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
February 3, 2026 at 9:31 AM
I'm working on a future project, and am preparing the daily free puzzles to make - I thought I'd share today's puzzle, as I'm really pleased with it!
To confirm, you almost certainly need to actually make it to solve it!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
To confirm, you almost certainly need to actually make it to solve it!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/166...
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"Murray acknowledged that the Post has struggled to reach “customers” and talked about the competitive media marketplace."
they fired all of their black columnists, turned the Op/Ed section into corporatist agitprop, and infected the journalism with anti-woke cack. "Why we aren't making money?"
they fired all of their black columnists, turned the Op/Ed section into corporatist agitprop, and infected the journalism with anti-woke cack. "Why we aren't making money?"
‘It’s an absolute bloodbath’: Washington Post undergoing significant layoffs as part of ‘strategic reset’
Employees were told Wednesday that the paper’s sports desk would close among other cuts and restructures
www.theguardian.com
February 4, 2026 at 2:36 PM
"Murray acknowledged that the Post has struggled to reach “customers” and talked about the competitive media marketplace."
they fired all of their black columnists, turned the Op/Ed section into corporatist agitprop, and infected the journalism with anti-woke cack. "Why we aren't making money?"
they fired all of their black columnists, turned the Op/Ed section into corporatist agitprop, and infected the journalism with anti-woke cack. "Why we aren't making money?"
Prepping for a quiz and my tie break question is just how far the Proclaimers would travel if they walked every mile they sang about.
How many time do you think?
How many time do you think?
February 4, 2026 at 10:59 AM
Prepping for a quiz and my tie break question is just how far the Proclaimers would travel if they walked every mile they sang about.
How many time do you think?
How many time do you think?
Panic averted - turns out it was only four years of razorblades.
I have accidentally, genuinely, have managed to buy 20 year’s worth of razor blades.
February 3, 2026 at 4:20 PM
Panic averted - turns out it was only four years of razorblades.