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Ockeroid
@ockeroid.bsky.social
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Composer + Indie Animation
http://youtube.com/ockeroid

Composer of: Crow Country, Monkey Wrench
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Ockeroid @ockeroid.bsky.social · Jan 7
Where to listen Crow Country OST:

Bandcamp:
ockeroid.bandcamp.com/album/crow-c...

Spotify:
open.spotify.com/album/1o5v1Q...

YouTube:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEBz...
Album cover for Crow Country original soundtrack. Mara sits at a piano
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sonichedgeblog.bsky.social
The Sonic car, released as part of the Hot Wheels Micro Vehicles set released in 1994.
January 10, 2026 at 2:50 PM
ockeroid.bsky.social
Survey question: If Discord added more Al features, would that change how often you use Discord? • I'd use Discord more • No change • i'd use Discord less I'd consider leaving Discord
January 10, 2026 at 11:44 AM
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ramiismail.com
Absolutely phenomenal read
pentadact.com Tom Francis @pentadact.com · 2d
I've been running an indie games studio for 15 years now, and it felt like a good time to boil down what I've learned into 4 pieces of advice:

www.pentadact.com/2026-01-08-1...

I hope it's of use, not least because goddamn I forgot how long blog posts take to write.
A timeline visually representing the advice from my post, emphasising how dramatically and reliably having more time, with a testable build, converts to your game being better and your studio being safer.
January 9, 2026 at 5:04 AM
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pavlovforgoths.com
the discourse on what jobs are acceptable to replace with generative AI reveals a lot about what we think of other people's jobs
recently my friend's comics professor told her that it's acceptable to use gen AI for script-writing but not for art, since a machine can't generate meaningful artistic work. meanwhile, my sister's screenwriting professor said that they can use gen AI for concept art and visualization, but that it won't be able to generate a script that's any good. and at my job, it seems like each department says that AI can be useful in every field except the one that they know best. It's only ever the jobs we're unfamiliar with that we assume can be replaced with automation. The more attuned we are with certain processes, crafts, and occupations, the more we realize that gen AI will never be able to provide a suitable replacement. The case for its existence lies on our ignorance of the work and skill required to do everything we don't. By magicmosshka, yesterday's
January 9, 2026 at 6:48 AM
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jametc.bsky.social
hi- I'm a 3d animator with extensive experience in Maya and Blender, working in TV, film, and games!
If you or someone you know is hiring for a 3d animation position, please email me ([email protected]) or pass this along to your talent folks! 🤩

Thank you so much!
January 9, 2026 at 5:17 AM
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wildartsdevs.bsky.social
Caput Mortum now has trading cards on Steam! 😊 They're pretty cool, and a full set can unlock profile backgrounds and emoticons themed after the game!

More info here: store.steampowered.com/news/app/355...
Caput Mortum
January 8, 2026 at 3:13 PM
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brycebucher.bsky.social
January 6, 2026 at 5:24 PM
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brycebucher.bsky.social
we got bb in this bitch
January 8, 2026 at 12:38 AM
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zeurel.bsky.social
New Keychains available on our fourthwall store! While stocks last! monkeywrenchseries-shop.fourthwall.com #monkeywrench #indieanimation
January 7, 2026 at 8:07 PM
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tbskyen.com
Echoing this to say that $1 a month to a creator whose work you like is equivalent to easily a thousand ad-supported views on their videos. Even a little bit of support makes a hugely outsized difference - pick your favourites and support where you can.
theabigailthorn.bsky.social Abigail Thorn @theabigailthorn.bsky.social · 4d
Philosophy Tube is made by properly paid artists; no AI slop, no sussy sponsorships from mobile games and mattress companies. If you want there to still be a place for proper art on the internet then please support your friendly neighbourhood content creator, whether that’s me or someone else ❤️
January 6, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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fightforthefuture.org
We’ve built tools to make contacting your reps and educating your community about these awful bills easy!

Check out www.badinternetbills.com
January 6, 2026 at 3:41 PM
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wario64.bsky.social
Crow Country is $9.99 on Steam buff.ly/uB2iiWm

Deck verified

also on PS+ Extra
January 6, 2026 at 7:42 PM
ockeroid.bsky.social
They are treating Grok like a human, without giving it the accountability of a human.

If a human apologised when asked by Person 1, then retracted the apology when asked by Person 2, then photoshopped Person 1 naked when asked by Person 3. I don't think the take away would be the apology.
taylorlorenz.bsky.social Taylor Lorenz @taylorlorenz.bsky.social · 4d
This anthropomorphized framing of Grok in the media (claiming that Grok has "apologized") only serves the interests of these tech companies. It gives the appearance that some entity has taken responsibility for what is happening, when in reality no one has.
Is anyone going to take accountability for this?
+ Bo Zangeles, Terrorgram, friction-maxxing, Chinese peptides, a political influencer reality show, Tinder 4 Nazis, Trisha Paytas congressional run, the addictive world of livestream fashion auctions
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January 6, 2026 at 8:29 PM
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sharkabytes.bsky.social
Mmm... Forbidden Hard Fruit Candy.
A photo of a small brochure open to a glossy page of PS1 memory cards in different colours and themed names, such as Cherry Red, Candy Orange, Lemon Yellow, and Island Blue.
January 6, 2026 at 11:16 AM
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tacc.org.uk
We sent a formal complaint to the BBC over its repeated misgendering of trans people and use of terms like “biological male”. We’ve also written to the Women and Equalities Committee, DCMS, and the Minister for Women and Equalities. Now we need community action.

📢We now need your help! 1/3
tacc.org.uk TACC @tacc.org.uk · 18d
We’ve today formally written to multiple public bodies about BBC reporting on transgender people.

Here’s who we’ve contacted and why. 1/6
January 2, 2026 at 4:34 AM
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getvent.bsky.social
just found out it's going to cost almost $3K to apply for citizenship/naturalization- this is most of my savings!

I'm going to open commissions soon- I'm still also looking for work, but anything helps if you could consider donating.

ko-fi.com/getvent
Buy charlie bryant [@getvent] a Coffee
Become a supporter of charlie bryant [@getvent] today!
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January 4, 2026 at 7:44 PM
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breelundberg.com
Frustrating hearing “nobody cares” and “Americans are so disengaged”. It’s a disservice to the many, many activists and orgs who are indeed fighting to make things better. Immediate drastic change would be nice, but it’s the consistent work that actually builds longterm change. Help do that work.
chadloder.bsky.social Chad Loder @chadloder.bsky.social · 7d
Screaming "wtf" and waiting for a spontaneous uprising is going to discourage you. There won't be a spontaneous uprising. That's just not where the people are at.

Organize for the long term. Build community. Build resilience. Have a strategy for whatever corner of this thing you're working on.
January 4, 2026 at 6:18 PM
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babyshoes4cash.com
there's a line in Sorry To Bother You that goes something like,

if the news is tells people about a horrible problem, but doesn't tell them what to do about it, people's response will be to get used to it

i'm seeing that kind of thing a lot over this one, from news and from politicians
January 3, 2026 at 8:24 PM
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mostlybree.kitrocha.com
My attitude on this is that I'm not calling them because I think I can change their minds.

I'm calling them because it is unthinkable to let them do this without hearing how evil and awful they are.

My spite powers me. If I can get just 500 people a day to join me, we could fuck up their day.
mostlybree.kitrocha.com Bree @mostlybree.kitrocha.com · 7d
I call Tommy Tuberville every fucking week, multiple times a week, because he can be evil but I don't have to let him do it without pushback.

So I don't need to hear excuses. I call the dumbest senator in the country. 😂
January 3, 2026 at 7:03 PM
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celestepewter.bsky.social
Candid answer - as someone who handled constituent affairs calls for years - while they’re not checking the phone right now, the urgency of the moment is important.

Show them you care enough to make the weekend call, and be counted that way. Staffers will clock and report this upstream.
nerowolfenstein.bsky.social Nero Wolfenstein @nerowolfenstein.bsky.social · 7d
Is there actually a benefit to leaving a VM now vs getting a staffer on Monday? Can do both but just curious
January 3, 2026 at 4:03 PM
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sarcastickatt.bsky.social
I'm seeing a lot of posts to call your reps but little on actually how. 5calls.org is a great site where you can put in your zip code and get numbers for your house representative and two senators. You also can get a script if you're like me and stumble over your thoughts.
5 Calls
Spend 5 minutes. Make 5 calls. Make your voice heard.
5calls.org
January 3, 2026 at 1:32 PM
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celestepewter.bsky.social
Call your reps + please read the thread. Do it now, please.

Script.
A Canva-mocked up call script re: calling electeds Trump Administration's actions in Venezuela YOU: Hi, my name is [NAME]. I’m calling from [ZIP CODE]. YOU: I’m calling [MOC] to demand they condemn the U.S.’s actions in Venezuela tonight. The Trump administration has carried out an illegal attack and capture of Maduro that is a clear violation of international sovereignty and will impact relationships will alienate international allies, and [ELECTED] must speak out about this. YOU: I am also calling on [MOC] to:

1. Speak plainly about this to their constituents. They can acknowledge the Maduro regime’s abuses AND recognize this as an unlawful extraterritorial detention, 2. Demand a legal written justification from the Administration, 

3. Hold IMMEDIATE House/Senate Foreign Affairs hearings on the the decision-making, legality, and diplomatic risks of the Maduro operation, 4. Demand an immediate classified briefing for the Gang of Eight. 

YOU: What happened tonight will have ramifications across the world in the days, weeks and months to come, and we need answers and action taken. YOU: [OPTIONAL COMMENTS - DEMAND A RESPONSE]
January 3, 2026 at 10:48 AM
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celestepewter.bsky.social
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Tips for calling your electeds If you're leaving a voicemail, make sure you clearly state your name and where you are calling from. (Zip, etc.) E.g. If you want them to specifically oppose an amendment, say that, and explain why. Always clarify if you would like a response, and leave a way for the office to reach you. (Phone number, email, etc.) Make sure you have a concrete ask or specify a specific opinion. Imagine a staffer asking: "What's the best outcome/resolution for you?" and frame your comment that way. If you have another issue, bring it up on the phone at the time. Call your reps and your reps only.
January 3, 2026 at 11:01 AM
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austinwalker.bsky.social
An administration driven by greed, cruelty, and frankly a sort of empty-hearted boredom. The death of innocents so they can beat their chests and line their already fat wallets.

Whatever comes next has to at least look like justice. We cannot just turn the page for the sake of one party’s comfort.
aljazeera.com Al Jazeera English @aljazeera.com · 7d
BREAKING: Venezuela’s government has accused the US of launching attacks on civilian and military installations across several states, rejecting what it described as a "military aggression," according to an official statement.

🔴 LIVE updates: aje.io/p3fqh2
January 3, 2026 at 8:41 AM
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letitmelo.bsky.social
I think a lot about this bit by Kazuya Niinou about how an RPG can be one thing on your screen and another thing in your brain
How to use your imagination When your party stays at the Inn overnight, what do they eat? If you ever catch yourself wondering that, then you know you've formed an attachment to your characters. With Etrian Odyssey's characters, you only give them a name and a portrait, so no matter how you think of the character, it's technically just your imagination. But even in that case, without your imagination, the character is nothing. For example, a landsknecht who uses an axe might eat his meat with his bare hands and no utensils, but one who wields a sword might prefer a knife and fork at dinner. You might think differently, but... If you can imagine small details like that, you might find that you enjoy this kind of RPG even more. The essence is an RPG is using numbers to make calculated decisions, but if you invest those "numbers" with your own feelings, you can spice up the game a little. Think about this: In your party of five, three characters are dead. Two of them are alive, but they only have a couple of HP left, and no TP. They're certain to die in their next turn, giving you a game over. Number-wise, those characters are useless, but how do you imagine they feel about that? What kind of people are those 2 characters who are about to die? Try to imagine things like that in the brief time before your game ends. Are they a landsknecht and a ronin, who'll die facing the enemy and laughing? Is it a protector, ordering the weak medic to run with his last breath? The game over screen looks the same every time, but in your imagination, it could play out very differently. The game itself isn't that big of a thing; what you imagine for yourself is much more fun. We hope that the player uses this game as a tool, to create dramatic and fun situations in your own minds.
January 3, 2026 at 12:50 AM