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Mike Fragassi

@refrag.bsky.social

Today is the day to repost this meme about International Men's Day, one of the most unironically wholesome memes that has ever been made.

Shoutout to all my fellow champs, chiefs, and kings. ✊

Nerdy kid at keyboard:
Hi guys, I've noticed that it is International Men's Day today, and I'm confused. Why do we need a day to talk about men? We're not a marginalised group like women, queer people, or people of colour. The media is already full of stories about men.

Big buff shirtless dude at keyboard:
I'm glad you asked, champ. Whatever your view on men's place in society, it's still true that we face a lot of issues - like social isolation, risk of suicide, health problems, and attitudes towards sex and child rearing. Having a day to talk about those doesn't take away from anyone else's problems. In fact, having a day to talk about them helps us be more mindful, and listen better at other times.

Second shirtless buff dude on a couch at his laptop:
The chief here is really on to something. I want to echo what he said, and also point out that the idea we should remain silent about our problems actually contributes to a lot of our issues. We are human beings, with human needs. Seeking mutual support and understanding isn't the same thing as placing a burden on others. Especially if we're providing it for each other.

Third buff dude at his laptop:
Right on, my fellow kings. We've inherited a social legacy of competition and division, and a lot of what makes a man in our era is under question. IMD is a chance for us to examine and rethink what we are together, and build the bonds of solidarity and support that will make a better way possible - like in this meme. Because in our hearts, we're all curious kids and buff guys on keyboards.

November 19, 2025 at 6:38 PM

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Ed Burmila

@edburmila.bsky.social

The craziest thing about this is that Charlotte is literally the most boring, normal place you can imagine. Charlotte makes Indianapolis look like Victorian London at its most dynamic. Charlotte almost perfectly conveys the experience of Locked-In Syndrome. Charlotte is an amiable void in spacetime.

November 16, 2025 at 5:13 PM

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Emma Kidwell | Looking for work ✨

@emmakidwell.bsky.social

Hi! I was laid off from Firaxis this morning. I wrote leaders and civs for Civilization VII (NDA for now) and Deadpool and Storm for Marvel's Midnight Suns. I also wrote the award-nominated Hindsight.

I'm available for full time, remote work starting ASAP. DMs are open:

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September 4, 2025 at 3:17 PM

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Stealth40k

@stealth40k.bsky.social

Resident Evil 30th anniversary artwork from Capcom!

August 19, 2025 at 12:28 PM

strickerr.bsky.social

@strickerr.bsky.social

Work thoughts:

“Does the lady across from me think I’m a weirdo cause I’m fidgety and can’t stop moving around?”

“How long can I sit on this problem before actually asking someone a question?”

“Do I order lunch today or starve until I get home?”

July 28, 2025 at 2:14 PM