Asa Donald | Backwards Tabletop
@backwardsttrpg.bsky.social
He/him. Designing indie ttrpgs
Newest Project:
SPINE - A dark solo ttrpg about losing yourself in a book
https://backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
https://www.backwardstabletop.com/
Newest Project:
SPINE - A dark solo ttrpg about losing yourself in a book
https://backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
https://www.backwardstabletop.com/
A fish bone on a camping trip, around the age of 9.
January 2, 2026 at 12:07 AM
A fish bone on a camping trip, around the age of 9.
And if you haven't already, check out Sprinting Owl's Mecha Tabletop Experience bundle: 35 items for only $20.
itch.io/b/3426/sprin...
itch.io/b/3426/sprin...
December 30, 2025 at 11:49 AM
And if you haven't already, check out Sprinting Owl's Mecha Tabletop Experience bundle: 35 items for only $20.
itch.io/b/3426/sprin...
itch.io/b/3426/sprin...
Who you calling Frosty?
December 24, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Who you calling Frosty?
Excited for Rust Never Sleeps to be part of this mecha rpg bundle alongside great games like RIG, Spectres of Brocken, Lost Among the Starlit Wreckage, Leadbellies, and more.
Plus, 35 games for $20 is a fantastic deal. Over $150 in discount.
itch.io/b/3426/sprin...
Plus, 35 games for $20 is a fantastic deal. Over $150 in discount.
itch.io/b/3426/sprin...
December 17, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Excited for Rust Never Sleeps to be part of this mecha rpg bundle alongside great games like RIG, Spectres of Brocken, Lost Among the Starlit Wreckage, Leadbellies, and more.
Plus, 35 games for $20 is a fantastic deal. Over $150 in discount.
itch.io/b/3426/sprin...
Plus, 35 games for $20 is a fantastic deal. Over $150 in discount.
itch.io/b/3426/sprin...
RTs appreciated.
Are there any artists in the ttrpg space who does/has done art in this style? Essentially, images composed of simple geometry, solid colors.
For a game I'm working on. Paid work, of course.
Are there any artists in the ttrpg space who does/has done art in this style? Essentially, images composed of simple geometry, solid colors.
For a game I'm working on. Paid work, of course.
November 27, 2025 at 2:06 AM
RTs appreciated.
Are there any artists in the ttrpg space who does/has done art in this style? Essentially, images composed of simple geometry, solid colors.
For a game I'm working on. Paid work, of course.
Are there any artists in the ttrpg space who does/has done art in this style? Essentially, images composed of simple geometry, solid colors.
For a game I'm working on. Paid work, of course.
Another bound SPINE, this time by Calum (stampyourfoot).
SPINE creates an art object through play, but I am blown away by what people are doing with the print-at-home version. They are taking this game to another level.
And the first prompt that this player took? Burning their beautiful creation.
SPINE creates an art object through play, but I am blown away by what people are doing with the print-at-home version. They are taking this game to another level.
And the first prompt that this player took? Burning their beautiful creation.
November 25, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Another bound SPINE, this time by Calum (stampyourfoot).
SPINE creates an art object through play, but I am blown away by what people are doing with the print-at-home version. They are taking this game to another level.
And the first prompt that this player took? Burning their beautiful creation.
SPINE creates an art object through play, but I am blown away by what people are doing with the print-at-home version. They are taking this game to another level.
And the first prompt that this player took? Burning their beautiful creation.
I had a few extra proofs of SPINE, so I found a few Little Free Libraries in the area and dropped them off. I'm hopeful that whoever picks them up will pass them along as well.
One day, I'd like to send a few batches to folks I know in major cities (U.S.-only, likely) and have them do the same.
One day, I'd like to send a few batches to folks I know in major cities (U.S.-only, likely) and have them do the same.
November 7, 2025 at 2:55 AM
I had a few extra proofs of SPINE, so I found a few Little Free Libraries in the area and dropped them off. I'm hopeful that whoever picks them up will pass them along as well.
One day, I'd like to send a few batches to folks I know in major cities (U.S.-only, likely) and have them do the same.
One day, I'd like to send a few batches to folks I know in major cities (U.S.-only, likely) and have them do the same.
P.S. The digital version of this game is literally free on itch for 3 more days. If you like it, maybe buy a print copy for a measly $9.99:
More information and links here:
bsky.app/profile/did:...
More information and links here:
bsky.app/profile/did:...
October 29, 2025 at 2:01 AM
P.S. The digital version of this game is literally free on itch for 3 more days. If you like it, maybe buy a print copy for a measly $9.99:
More information and links here:
bsky.app/profile/did:...
More information and links here:
bsky.app/profile/did:...
And you can grab the free digital copy / printable booklet on itch through October 31st:
backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
October 26, 2025 at 4:09 PM
And you can grab the free digital copy / printable booklet on itch through October 31st:
backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
October 26, 2025 at 4:09 PM
October 26, 2025 at 3:42 PM
SPINE is free through the end of October. You can find out more about it and share it with the link below:
bsky.app/profile/back...
bsky.app/profile/back...
October 26, 2025 at 3:16 AM
SPINE is free through the end of October. You can find out more about it and share it with the link below:
bsky.app/profile/back...
bsky.app/profile/back...
"A game for the frenetic obsessed researcher in all of us. You’ll be up into the late hours, frantically flipping pages, deciphering notes in the margins, and trying to solve the cryptic puzzle that is SPINE."
—Seb Pines (Dwelling, Deadline)
—Seb Pines (Dwelling, Deadline)
October 26, 2025 at 3:16 AM
"A game for the frenetic obsessed researcher in all of us. You’ll be up into the late hours, frantically flipping pages, deciphering notes in the margins, and trying to solve the cryptic puzzle that is SPINE."
—Seb Pines (Dwelling, Deadline)
—Seb Pines (Dwelling, Deadline)
SPINE is free for a limited time. You can find out more about it and share it here:
bsky.app/profile/back...
bsky.app/profile/back...
October 23, 2025 at 10:45 AM
SPINE is free for a limited time. You can find out more about it and share it here:
bsky.app/profile/back...
bsky.app/profile/back...
"Siderius Plug's Immortality in Ninety-nine Endnotes is a venus flytrap of a book, it entices its readers in and you’ll find yourself sinking deeper into a truly immersive mystery, until you look up and find yourself completely lost to its pages."
—@smolghost.bsky.social (Dwelling, Deadline)
—@smolghost.bsky.social (Dwelling, Deadline)
October 23, 2025 at 10:45 AM
"Siderius Plug's Immortality in Ninety-nine Endnotes is a venus flytrap of a book, it entices its readers in and you’ll find yourself sinking deeper into a truly immersive mystery, until you look up and find yourself completely lost to its pages."
—@smolghost.bsky.social (Dwelling, Deadline)
—@smolghost.bsky.social (Dwelling, Deadline)
The *best* auto-transcription of a voicemail that I have ever received:
![Hello this is Rick with [excised] fence company just giving you a call in regards to getting you some crazy nudes more aliens uh if you'd like you could take a picture of the stairs or the area that you're looking to have the railing installed my cell phone is [excised] thank you](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:yrgmcsjn5xh5fqchk56puxs5/bafkreigjwwkvavxrlzy3niar3nsuqcsp6riu7ftsvg2bo4vwiwdswuywlq@jpeg)
October 22, 2025 at 8:04 PM
The *best* auto-transcription of a voicemail that I have ever received:
Signed up to read thons post on "The Rule Book" and was pleased to find a kind shoutout for SPINE as well
October 20, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Signed up to read thons post on "The Rule Book" and was pleased to find a kind shoutout for SPINE as well
The final proofs for SPINE arrived, and I'm very happy with them.
If I had to pick my favorite part, it would probably be, you know, the spine...
If I had to pick my favorite part, it would probably be, you know, the spine...
October 18, 2025 at 10:51 PM
The final proofs for SPINE arrived, and I'm very happy with them.
If I had to pick my favorite part, it would probably be, you know, the spine...
If I had to pick my favorite part, it would probably be, you know, the spine...
SPINE is free for a limited time. You can find out more about it and share it here:
bsky.app/profile/back...
bsky.app/profile/back...
October 18, 2025 at 3:26 AM
SPINE is free for a limited time. You can find out more about it and share it here:
bsky.app/profile/back...
bsky.app/profile/back...
"I’m partial to art about the transformative threat of art – and doubly enamored of SPINE, which equips you to transform the art right back. Whatever happens, neither you nor the game are walking away from the experience unchanged."
—@kenlowery.bsky.social (VOID 1680 AM, No-Tell Motel)
—@kenlowery.bsky.social (VOID 1680 AM, No-Tell Motel)
October 18, 2025 at 3:26 AM
"I’m partial to art about the transformative threat of art – and doubly enamored of SPINE, which equips you to transform the art right back. Whatever happens, neither you nor the game are walking away from the experience unchanged."
—@kenlowery.bsky.social (VOID 1680 AM, No-Tell Motel)
—@kenlowery.bsky.social (VOID 1680 AM, No-Tell Motel)
“A thoroughly chilling yet engrossing experience. I found myself enthralled by the interconnected mysteries lurking within the pages, until I simply couldn’t put it down. Horror enthusiasts & linguistic puzzlers must explore!”
— @mirror-lock.bsky.social (Her Odyssey, Galatea, Untitled Moth Game)
— @mirror-lock.bsky.social (Her Odyssey, Galatea, Untitled Moth Game)
October 13, 2025 at 11:01 AM
“A thoroughly chilling yet engrossing experience. I found myself enthralled by the interconnected mysteries lurking within the pages, until I simply couldn’t put it down. Horror enthusiasts & linguistic puzzlers must explore!”
— @mirror-lock.bsky.social (Her Odyssey, Galatea, Untitled Moth Game)
— @mirror-lock.bsky.social (Her Odyssey, Galatea, Untitled Moth Game)
"SPINE is a captivating, tactile experience, compelling the reader to unravel layer after hidden layer. One of the most unique and memorable solo RPGs I've ever played." — @goblinmixtape.bsky.social
backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
October 11, 2025 at 3:27 AM
"SPINE is a captivating, tactile experience, compelling the reader to unravel layer after hidden layer. One of the most unique and memorable solo RPGs I've ever played." — @goblinmixtape.bsky.social
backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
Thanks everyone for your interest in SPINE, which is currently in the top spot for physical games on itch.
It's not so impressive for a game that's currently free, but I am happy to see so many folks take interest in it. Thank you.
It's not so impressive for a game that's currently free, but I am happy to see so many folks take interest in it. Thank you.
October 3, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Thanks everyone for your interest in SPINE, which is currently in the top spot for physical games on itch.
It's not so impressive for a game that's currently free, but I am happy to see so many folks take interest in it. Thank you.
It's not so impressive for a game that's currently free, but I am happy to see so many folks take interest in it. Thank you.
SPINE is in beta, and it will be free for a limited time on @itch.io
The beta will be released on itch on October 14th and will include digital versions as well as a printable booklet. A physical beta will go on sale at the end of October.
backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
The beta will be released on itch on October 14th and will include digital versions as well as a printable booklet. A physical beta will go on sale at the end of October.
backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
September 30, 2025 at 11:01 AM
SPINE is in beta, and it will be free for a limited time on @itch.io
The beta will be released on itch on October 14th and will include digital versions as well as a printable booklet. A physical beta will go on sale at the end of October.
backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine
The beta will be released on itch on October 14th and will include digital versions as well as a printable booklet. A physical beta will go on sale at the end of October.
backwards-tabletop.itch.io/spine