#the arcana game critical

[woeandgrow]

A hodgepodge page of mostly CR character studies as well as Asra and a self-portrait 💕

[soullessseraphim]

I just had an idea. let's all just turn ourselves into courtiers and see how funky shit gets

Lore dump about him

[artsystargazer]

Etsy store reopening!

I reopened my etsy store! You can now buy the Bell's Hells stickers I did a while back or preorder them as acrylic charms!

Go check this and all my other stuff out!

[solenstelluna]

Been playing through Persona 3 FES recently and it made me wanna try drawing something that looked like a scene with these two. Plus, just try to refine my style in general a little bit. I think this attempt turned out ok.

[heyitsdeni]

I didn’t let anyone pick these characters…I kinda let this one be self indulgent.

[babumakeanart]

Special valentine commissions are here!

They will last until 28.2!

Will DO:

bloody/angst kiss (slight/hard), light nsfw, fanart / oc(s), romantic kiss, friendy - platonical smooch / hug

Will NOT:

pedophilia, inces, no romantic/sexual love towards animals, hardcore nsfw, implication of rape or any other abuse

if you are not sure with anything, don't hesitate to ask!

Commission send please to: Barbora.Mladova@seznam.cz Subject: VALENTINE commission With informations:

Visual + reference of your oc(s)

Short description of oc(s) personality (it helps me to get the vibe right!)

If fanart from which show/game etc is the character(s) from

what type of smooch/hug you want to!

-

Payment will be by PAYPAL! or if you feel like pitching in, here’s my kofi as well if you like my work here is link for my Patreon ! ♥

Reblogs are very much appreciated! ♥

[ghoulfriendfangs]

If you guys thought Dorian on instagram was bad

Why are they being so clingy and desperate on TikTok?

why are they “🥺”?

[babufactory]

Hello everyone! Opening commissions!

Do:

blood, gore = (slight or hard), fantasy, nsfw, monsters - aliens (if you are not sure for anything more please ask me! ref for nsfw can be send if asked!)

Don’t:

pedophilia, incest. Complicated mecha/robot, hardcore porn (ask if you’re not sure for more informations!)

Commission send please to: Barbora.Mladova@seznam.cz

Subject: COMMISSION With informations:

Visual + reference of your oc(s)

Short description of oc(s) personality (it helps me to get the vibe right!)

Pose/atmosphere

-

Payment will be by PAYPAL! or if you feel like pitching in, here’s my kofi as well if you like my work here is link for my Patreon ! ♥

Reblogs are very much appreciated! ♥

[gentle-giant-swag]

MOST SUGGESTED CHARACTER TIME!!!! NOW WE HAVE 18 CHARACTERS WITH MORE THAN 1 VOTE

Gonta Gokuhara, danganronpa, 7 submissions

Milly Thompson, trigun, 5 submis

Scorpia, She-Ra, 4 submis

Yasutora Sado/Chad, Bleach, 3 submis

Muriel, the Arcana, 3 submis

Caduceus Clay, critical role, 3 submis

Fezzik, the princess bride, 3 submis

Heavy, team fortress 2, 3 submis

Raphael Kirsten, fire emblem, 3 submis

Big Friendly Giant, BFG, 2 submis

Dedue Molinaro, fire emblem, 2 submis

Jonathan Joestar, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, 2 submis

Asahi Azumane, Haikyuu, 2 submis

Sandy, Lego monkie kid, 2 submis

Milla Vodello, psychonauts, 2 submis

The Titan, the owl house, 2 submis

The Iron Giant, 2 submis

Gooliope Jellington, monster high, 2 submis

Also the fandoms with the most submitted characters

Fire emblem, 6 times (4 with only one submis)

Transformers, twice (both with only 1)

Psychonauts, twice (1 with only 1 submis)

Percy Jackson, twice (both with only 1kr

Full metal alchemist, twice (both with only 1)

Critical role, twice (1 with only one submis)

Haikyuu, twice (1 with only one)

Overwatch, twice (both with only 1)

Identify V, twice (both with only 1)

HERE IS THE POST IF YOU WANT TO SUBMIT SOMEONE

[weird-little-ghost]

Gale Dekarios / Karlach / Dammon

Ilya Devorak / Muriel

Vaughn (TFTBL)

Cole / Blackwall /Anders

Farkas / Argis the Bulwark /Valindor / Inigo

Cadeuces Clay / Nott the Brave /Jester Lavorre

✨️Just a few characters from a few of my favorite games that have an absolute chokehold on me.✨️

[krenenbaker]

OH

ANY ARCANA UPDATES??!?!!?!

AAAAAAAA OKAY OKAY OKAY.

SO,

I'm partway through Book XIII, and HOLY CROW

I'M DOWN SO BAD

I did not expect things to go the way they have gone?? I mean, like... I... gosh, I don't even have the words for what I'm wanting to communicate here, but YOU KNOW?? And there's so much that is still an absolute mystery to me, and all the characters are so sweet, and engaging, and clever, but also absolute imbeciles, and it's horrific, and beautiful, and

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

you know? :)

(also, it is damn hard to get coins in this game! like... goodness it's going to take me ages to get through this if I keep going the way that I am! I know the paid options don't really alter too much of the story, but the art is so pretty, and the added scenes are adorable :( )

[iamthunderhearmehowl]

you forgot home boy right here

...This...

...is just some...

... OF MANY.

[valtsv]

not sure if you’ve answered before, but what is your favorite video essay?

i have a collection

Control, Anatomy and the Legacy of the Haunted House by Jacob Geller (self explanatory but even after watching all his other video essays i still find this one the most compelling to return to over and over again. kind of like a haunted house you can never truly escape. i love the way that he blends media analysis and like. cultural and sociological history and discourses in general.)

We Need to Talk About Game of Thrones I Guess and The Last of the Game of Thrones Hot Takes by Lindsay Ellis (just... really good and hysterically funny critical analysis of how badly you can fuck up a story by not understanding its themes, worth a watch even if you've never seen a single episode of game of thrones in your life)

MsScribe: The Harry Potter Fandom's Greatest Con Artist by Eldena Doubleca5t (a brilliant deep dive into the msscribe incident which provides historical context for everything that happened and is also extremely funny; the tarot major arcana chapter break formatting is fucking genius)

Born Sexy Yesterday by Pop Culture Detective (had a massive impact on me and made me think more critically about media - in a good way!)

All of Overly Sarcastic Productions' Trope Talk videos are also very enjoyable and not too long

[iliveforyouilongforyouvesuvia]

Mini HC of M6 walking in on MC imitating them to someone.

i.e. something like how Julian and Lucio imitate eachother in the game

How would they react? Would they find it funny or be offended and MC has to beg for forgiveness?

Idk I just thought it would be funny and can’t stop thinking about it lol

The Arcana Mini-HCs: When MC imitates M6

Julian: loves it in the moment because you notice him and will over think it all night until he asks if it bothers you in the morning

Asra: so secure in themself they think it's funnier the more accurate you are. might demonstrate his imitation of you in return

Nadia: that's a good first attempt, but she doesn't slouch like that. back straight, chin up, serve royalty and no mumbling

Muriel: doesn't mind it as long as it's not meant to be mean, but will be very self-conscious about anything you accurately portray

Portia: likes knowing that she's known but will also start reading into every tiny detail in case there's a criticism in there you've been hiding

Lucio: who wouldn't want to mimic the greatest warrior of all time? wait - no - not like that, stop it, he does not have mommy issues -

[astrojulia]

Tarot Cards as Professions

Navigation:   Masterlist✦Ask Rules✦Feedback Tips

       Askbox✦Sources✦Paid Readings

Major Arcanas:

The Fool: Work with abroad, connections with imports, language teacher, multinationals, entrepreneur, intern, college student, art major.

The Magician: Entrepreneur, job that needs skill with the hands (acupuncture, hairdresser, artisan), actor, salesperson, influencer.

The High Priestess: Education, especially children, nutrition, psychology, cook, housewife, food engineering, toy factory, fortuneteller, spiritual advisor, librarian.

The Empress: Management, business administration, foreign trade, secretariat, translation, decoration, stay-at-home mom, model, cook, farmer.

The Emperor: Business administration, work related to areas of technological innovation, the military or sportsmen, CEO, tycoon.

The Hierophant: Philanthropic areas, ONGs, religious work, social work, diplomacy, and a degree, journalism, writer, editor, priest, spiritual guru, politician.

The Lovers: Sales area in any sector, tourism, theater, advertising, the arts in general, porn star, stripper, masseuse.

The Chariot: Activities related to transport, cars, the latest technology, chauffeur, mechanic, athlete.

Strength: Aesthetics, physical education and various body therapies, medicine, zoologist.

The Hermit: Teacher, writer, doctor, antique dealer, restorer, librarian, gardener.

Wheel of Fortune: Financial market, exchange offices, casinos, lottery houses, stock exchanges, and areas related to public relations, hospitality, game show host.

Justice: Public jobs, won through competitions, politics, police, with government positions, in the diplomatic area, law, insurance company worker.

The Hanged Man: Nurse, auditor, inspector, porter, secretariat, general assistants, yoga instructor, prison guard, philanthropist.

Death: Doctor, farmer, geologist, business administrator, gardener, accountant, assassin, death row executioner, surgeon.

Temperance: Working with liquids in general or with what is transported in liquid form such as alcoholic beverages, medicines, juices. chemist, chef, food critic, regional or even international traffic.

The Devil: Does not limit the individual to a professional wing, so he can also go to extremes for the desire he has, such as landlord, drug lord, sex trafficker.

The Tower: Social assistance, humanitarian aid, medicine, firefighter, police officer, construction worker.

The Star: Music, painting, sculpture, poetry, cinema, makeup artist, dressmaker, beautician, agent, promoter, sound artist, astronomer, harpist, dealer, meteorologist.

The Moon: Oceanographers, sailors, fishermen, owners of bars and restaurants or nightclubs, artists in general, medium, hypnotist, psychiatrist.

The Sun: Motivational speaker, entertainer, comedian, social relationships, work with the public, artist in general, member of society.

Judgment: Work done at home, connection with the law, lawyer, judge, work with disabled or people excluded from society, social assistance, board member, executive producer, director.

The World: Pharmacist, massage therapist, scientist, teacher, community leader, religious leader or priest, fashion designer, makeup artist, interior decorator.

Wands:

Creative industries such as advertising, marketing, and graphic design.

Entrepreneurship and starting your own business.

Athletics, sports coaching, or physical training.

Outdoor jobs like park ranger or tour guide.

Event planning or organizing.

Firefighters or rescue workers.

Ace of Wands: Entrepreneur, startup founder, motivational speaker, fitness coach, personal trainer.

Two of Wands: Business strategist, project manager, travel agent, international consultant, import/export specialist.

Three of Wands: Sales representative, marketing manager, e-commerce entrepreneur, market researcher, international trade coordinator.

Four of Wands: Event planner, wedding coordinator, party organizer, festival manager, hospitality industry professional.

Five of Wands: Conflict resolution specialist, mediator, lawyer, debate coach, competitive sports coach.

Six of Wands: Public relations manager, spokesperson, social media influencer, motivational speaker, winning athlete.

Seven of Wands: Defense attorney, human rights activist, political campaigner, advocate, civil liberties lawyer.

Eight of Wands: Courier, delivery driver, airline pilot, travel blogger, expedition guide.

Nine of Wands: Security guard, bodyguard, soldier, endurance athlete, self-defense instructor.

Ten of Wands: Overworked entrepreneur, project manager, event organizer, professional organizer, heavy equipment operator.

Page of Wands: Assistant in a creative field, aspiring artist, intern in a startup, social media coordinator, apprentice.

Knight of Wands: Travel journalist, adventure tour guide, professional athlete, race car driver, stunt performer.

Queen of Wands: CEO, business owner, charismatic leader, life coach, influential speaker.

King of Wands: Executive manager, entrepreneur, leadership coach, consultant, director of a creative agency.

Cups:

Counseling, therapy, or social work.

Hospitality industry, including restaurant management and bartending.

Wedding planner or event coordinator.

Artistic fields like poetry, writing, or acting.

Healing professions such as nursing or holistic therapy.

Psychologist or counselor specializing in emotions and relationships.

Ace of Cups: Therapist, counselor, social worker, holistic healer, emotional support specialist.

Two of Cups: Marriage counselor, matchmaker, relationship coach, wedding planner, love psychic.

Three of Cups: Event organizer, party planner, celebratory event coordinator, community organizer.

Four of Cups: Meditation teacher, mindfulness coach, spiritual counselor, psychologist, therapist.

Five of Cups: Grief counselor, trauma therapist, hospice worker, emotional healing practitioner, bereavement support.

Six of Cups: Child psychologist, teacher, daycare worker, children's book author, pediatric nurse.

Seven of Cups: Creative writer, fantasy novelist, imaginative artist, dream analyst, visionary.

Eight of Cups: Travel blogger, adventure seeker, spiritual pilgrim, explorer, wanderlust photographer.

Nine of Cups: Life coach, happiness consultant, gratitude coach, self-help author, wellness retreat organizer.

Ten of Cups: Family therapist, marriage and family counselor, foster care advocate, wedding planner, family mediator.

Page of Cups: Creative writer, artist in training, intuitive healer, aspiring therapist, dream interpreter.

Knight of Cups: Actor, romantic poet, musician, art therapist, love and relationship coach.

Queen of Cups: Psychic reader, intuitive healer, counselor, compassionate caregiver, therapist.

King of Cups: Therapist, counselor, intuitive mentor, emotional intelligence trainer, psychologist.

Swords:

Legal professions like lawyers, judges, or law enforcement officers.

Journalists, reporters, or investigators.

IT specialists, computer programmers, or hackers.

Teachers or professors specializing in critical thinking or philosophy.

Military or defense-related careers.

Strategic planners or analysts.

Ace of Swords: Lawyer, judge, legal consultant, investigative journalist, strategic planner.

Two of Swords: Mediator, conflict resolution specialist, negotiator, diplomat, relationship counselor.

Three of Swords: Divorce lawyer, grief counselor, trauma therapist, emotional healer, heart surgeon.

Four of Swords: Rest and relaxation specialist, meditation teacher, spiritual retreat organizer, yoga instructor.

Five of Swords: Military strategist, competitive sports coach, lawyer specializing in litigation, debate coach.

Six of Swords: Travel agent, relocation consultant, therapist specializing in transitions, boat captain.

Seven of Swords: Private investigator, spy, intelligence analyst, cybersecurity expert, undercover agent.

Eight of Swords: Social justice lawyer, human rights advocate, disability rights activist, therapist specializing in limiting beliefs.

Nine of Swords: Insomnia specialist, anxiety therapist, nightmare counselor, sleep coach, mental health counselor.

Ten of Swords: Surgeon, coroner, forensic scientist, mortician, grief counselor.

Page of Swords: Researcher, journalist, fact-checker, apprentice in a legal field, investigative reporter.

Knight of Swords: Military officer, police officer, attorney, competitive fencer, conflict resolution specialist.

Queen of Swords: Judge, lawyer, critic, journalist, literary agent.

King of Swords: Judge, attorney, CEO, strategist, military general.

Pentacles:

Financial advisors or investment bankers.

Real estate agents or property developers.

Agriculture, farming, or gardening.

Architects, builders, or construction workers.

Conservationists or environmentalists.

Accountants or bookkeepers.

Ace of Pentacles: Financial advisor, investment banker, wealth manager, entrepreneur, luxury goods retailer.

Two of Pentacles: Financial analyst, accountant, bookkeeper, event planner, stock trader.

Three of Pentacles: Architect, contractor, project manager, teamwork facilitator, craftsman.

Four of Pentacles: Wealth manager, investor, financial planner, asset protection specialist, treasurer.

Five of Pentacles: Social worker, philanthropist, charity organizer, financial counselor, volunteer.

Six of Pentacles: Philanthropist, humanitarian worker, non-profit manager, social worker, charitable fundraiser.

Seven of Pentacles: Gardener, farmer, agricultural consultant, sustainability expert, botanist.

Eight of Pentacles: Craftsperson, artisan, apprentice, skilled tradesperson, technical trainer.

Nine of Pentacles: Luxury brand manager, independent business owner, successful entrepreneur, vineyard owner, art collector.

Ten of Pentacles: Real estate developer, property investor, family business owner, generational wealth manager, financial advisor.

Page of Pentacles: Intern, student, apprentice in a practical field, aspiring entrepreneur, entry-level employee.

Knight of Pentacles: Accountant, financial planner, farmer, skilled tradesperson, meticulous worker.

Queen of Pentacles: CEO, business owner, property developer, hospitality industry entrepreneur, financial advisor.

King of Pentacles: CEO, business mogul, successful investor, high-level executive, financial consultant.

(CC) AstroJulia Some Rights Reserved

[theoutcastrogue]

According to EN World (I mean I wouldn't know and couldn't possibly be bothered) the author of this tweet is "former gaming executive turned culture warrior Mark Hern".

The Making of Original Dungeons & Dragons is a WotC book that just came out for the game's 50th anniversary, and the passages are from "the foreword written by Jon Peterson, one of the foremost historians about Dungeons & Dragons and who also collaborated with Wizards of the Coast on the book".

Elon Musk, famous idiot, immediately piped in supporting the tweet

and obviously fuck Musk and fuck the "culture warriors", here's how I see it (without having read the book, but I'm confident my guesses are educated enough).

This book is promotional material. The good part is that it brings to light primary documents, which are invaluable for research. The bad part is that it's promotional material, like everything that comes out of WotC. No one should trust a fucking brand (silence, brand) to tell its own story. I've read some of Jon Peterson's previous work, and I thought he's an excellent researcher but only moderately able to pick up the prejudices baked in the hobby. Gets some of it, misses a lot. I'm guessing his criticism came about by WotC's own request, and would not be printed if their PR team (and legal team, probably) didn't approve it. And I'm gonna note that said criticism, while in the right direction (to be clear, the basic stance of "this was shitty, but erasing it from history and pretending it didn't exist doesn't help; what helps is acknowledging the shittiness" is absolutely correct), is very light and very careful. The history of D&D needs STRONGER criticism, which will never happen in a WotC publication.

And what I'd like to see is a comprehensive critical history of D&D, which I don't think exists yet. We have EITHER involved and well-researched but largely uncritical histories, even when they delve deep into the cultural environment that made D&D's birth possible, OR works that explore a single topic or focus on a handful of problematic™ elements. AFAIK. If I'm missing something, by all means, let me know! Here's my bibliography so far (not including papers, which can be VERY critical):

David M. Ewalt, Of Dice and Men: The Story of Dungeons & Dragons and the People Who Play It (Scribner, 2013)

Jon Peterson, Playing at the World: A history of simulating wars, people and fantastic adventures, from chess to role-playing games (Unreason Press, 2012)

Michael J. Tresca, The Evolution of Fantasy Role-Playing Games (McFarland, 2011)

Jennifer Grouling Cover, The Creation of Narrative in Tabletop Role-playing Games (McFarland, 2010)

Sarah Lynne Bowman, The Functions of Role-Playing Games: How Participants Create Community, Solve Problems and Explore Identity (McFarland, 2010)

Joseph P. Laycock, Dangerous Games: What the Moral Panic over Role-Playing Games Says about Play, Religion, and Imagined Worlds (University of California Press, 2015)

Ashley ML Brown, Sexuality in Role-Playing Games (Routledge, 2015)

and the promos

30 Years of Adventure: A Celebration of Dungeons & Dragons (WotC, 2006)

Michael Witwer et al, Art & Arcana: A Visual History (Ten Speed Press, 2018)

Michael Witwer, Empire of Imagination: Gary Gygax and the Birth of Dungeons & Dragons (Bloomsbury, 2015) [not a promo per se, but fully a eulogy]