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TheArcadeBear
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Twitch Variety Streamer 🎮 Gay/Grey-Ace Dad 🏳️‍🌈 Canadian Dry Funny Guy 🇨🇦 Rated ʕ •ᴥ•ʔ for 🐻 Safe Space 💫
EB Games returns to Canada, free from the chains of GameStop.

That said, it's still like, 75% run as if it was GameStop, now with 100% more McFarlane toys.
November 9, 2025 at 8:05 PM
As much as I appreciate having a job again and all the perks that comes with?

The thought of playing Dragon Quest 1+2 is running around in my head like a cat in zoomies mode.

Also, I really want a cat again. Which the job thing helps facilitate. It's just a vicious cycle at this point.
a black cat laying on a bed with a yellow blanket
Alt: a black cat laying on a bed with a yellow blanket
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November 4, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Bullet Bill, or overcompensating butt plug?
October 28, 2025 at 12:10 PM
A little Hallowe'en fun at choir rehearsal tonight. Crocheted beard courtesy of Digicub (from Twitch).
October 27, 2025 at 12:32 AM
I am in love with this costume. @dougmcottrell.bsky.social outdid himself on the jacket and sash, both made 100% from scratch.

I think what I like most about it is it could be a costume for many other imaginary worlds; I look like an engineer or a vehicle conductor. Give me a pistol or a sword!
October 26, 2025 at 10:14 AM
I am addicted to the Dragon Quest Smash/Grow beta.

A game that will inevitably close and no progress will carry over to the full launch in Whenever2026.

It's just damn good fun (if a bit grindy in some areas, but as a Dragon Quest fan, we expect that sort of thing.)
a cartoon character is dancing in front of a colorful background
Alt: The gayest Dragon Quest XI character is dancing in front of a colorful background
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October 15, 2025 at 10:54 PM
First day in the office at the new job.

The cafeteria has a special on spiced waffle fries with chipotle aioli dip.

You want me to work in the office 1-2 days a week? This is how you do it. 10/10. Best job ever.
October 14, 2025 at 4:56 PM
I got in the beta for Dragon Quest Smash/Grow (mobile).

As a big fan of all things Dragon Quest (more than Final Fantasy, if I'm being honest), I'm really excited to see what this game will be like when I can play it in a few days.
October 11, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Haven't made banana bread in a few years.

These look like they turned out great! Very happy with them.
September 28, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Everyone's probably heard this already, but it's hilarious to me that this song still lives in my head.

It's... just so damn catchy.

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Send this to your dad. Shoutout @Evan Mills for featuring on this one. #funnysong #datinglife #grindr @Grindr
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September 28, 2025 at 3:46 AM
Waiting in my doctor's office, LOTS of senior folk here waiting too.

Is it a common thing for retired senior men to only have fishing and golfing as hobbies that they talk about?

Guess I gotta surround myself with theatre gays and gamers when I hit 55+ so we can talk about "the good old days".
a group of elderly people are standing in a living room .
Alt: Old people doing the Macarena.
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September 22, 2025 at 1:55 PM
I had an opportunity to meet and get a recording of Maggie Robertson at the convention. I wanted her to say her infamous "STUPID MANthing!" line, but I got cold feet about it.

Now I'm regretting not doing it. Aaahhh!
a woman in a white dress and a large hat is standing in front of a mirror
Alt: a woman in a white dress and a large hat is standing in front of a mirror
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September 14, 2025 at 11:02 PM
The convention has a booth area for "that wizarding boy" and its collective franchise.

I get why. There are people who are able to disassociate the fantasy and the world from the author and still hold happy memories.

I'm also happy I have seen very little cosplay or merch about it around the con.
September 14, 2025 at 4:49 PM
What is Sad Nuggie and how did it become like Pusheen or Labubu levels of popular?
September 14, 2025 at 4:46 PM
London ComicCon photostream + commentary:

- Great to see the convention posting signs about the selling of AI produced art. I hope I get to see a flipping of said tables (nothing so far).

- Some Star Trek booth photos. The local club seems to be heavily fixated on OGST and TNG eras, sadly.
September 13, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Nintendo Direct in less than 8 hours.

Have a bingo card.
September 12, 2025 at 4:44 AM
Random stuff I've photographed while doing walks with @dougmcottrell.bsky.social.

God, remember when Nintendo thought selling people an app and a bunch of cardboard and rubber bands was a good idea?
September 2, 2025 at 10:24 PM
London ComicCon is coming up and who is that in one of the promotional photos?

Is that... ME? 💅👑🌟

Autographs upon request. $10 per item. A bitch needs to survive these trying economic times.
August 27, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Just things one finds at Spirit Halloween (not Spirit OF Halloween, the OF is missing from their banners and sign displays).
August 21, 2025 at 6:07 PM
A job? Pff. Who needs one of those? Not this guy, according to the world.

(I didn't get the position.)

Excuse me while I depression nap all day.
a kitten is sleeping on a bed with its eyes closed and a person holding it .
Alt: A kitten is sleeping on a bed with its eyes closed.
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August 20, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Interview done.

I asked a few questions. I made them laugh. I promised I cook and bring desserts to office potlucks because that's a thing with working in offices again.

My potential manager seems like a fun person.

I'll know by the end of the week.
two little girls are dancing together on a stage in tutus .
Alt: Girls are dancing in tutus, one of them acting like she a boss bitch.
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August 18, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Ready for my interview in 45 mins.

Man, I take awkward photos.
August 18, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Had to do some clothes shopping for my interview and general "in-office" wear since I'd been working from home for 4+ years.

Hopefully these also give me good vibes and make me feel confident for the whole thing.
August 16, 2025 at 6:51 PM
I. HAVE. AN. INTERVIEW ON MONDAY!

THIS IS HOW I FEEL RIGHT NOW!
a cat is riding on the back of a unicorn with a rainbow in the background
Alt: A cat is riding on the back of a unicorn with a rainbow in the background
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August 14, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Got that sweet double job rejection email from the same company where I applied for two positions I was absolutely qualified for.

Not even an interview request.

How the heck am I going to survive the rest of the year? If I have NO job by end of 2025, do I even owe taxes next year? I better not!
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Alt: a man is standing in a doorway talking about the economy stinks , bees are dying , and movies
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August 1, 2025 at 11:03 PM