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Navigating the Cosmere – Designing in Someone Else’s Sandbox

Posted by | Feb 21, 2025 |

Lydia Suen and Meric Moir have worked on properties as varied and diverse as Arkham Horror, Achtung! Cthulhu, Star Trek, The Expanse, and most recently Brotherwise Games and Dragonsteel Production’s Cosmere RPG, the game that brings together fantasy author Brandon Sanderson’s expansive universe of stories into a single game line and the game that raised over $2 million dollars within hours of its Kickstarter launch.

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Dungeons, Dragons, and Emotional Development

Posted by | May 31, 2024 |

Tabletop RPG are more than just escapism—they help with emotional and social growth. Studies show that role-playing can boost empathy, improve social skills, and even reduce anxiety. Plus, it’s a fun way to explore different sides of your personality in a safe space. Whether you’re convincing an NPC to give you a discount or figuring out how to lead your party, you’re learning real-world skills in the most entertaining way possible.

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