I can't believe that it's already been 3 years since I helped nudge @pskelly.bsky.social into starting his own local. How did I end up getting roped into playing and helping? I wouldn't change it for the world. The RR community is something special and I love you all

Huge thanks to the Retro Revival community for the support, friendships, and memories we’ve built together. Grateful to be part of something so special. Here’s to many more!

We're starting a new series highlighting the people behind Retro Revival: the community builders, the World Warriors, the Admins. They keep events running, brackets moving, and the hype alive. Join us in thanking them and watch for the first post later this week.

Signed up for Rumble in the Cookout 3! Flight is booked, hotel is reserved. I'm ready to go. Now the question is, am I baking cookies or brownies to bring with me? 🤔 www.start.gg/tournament/r...

Had an amazing time at #CEO2025. The core of CEO is community, and I truly feel that every time I attend. I had a blast spending time with old friends, meeting new ones, and making memories. I valued the time with each and every one of you. 💜

Helping Japanese arcades improve their streaming setups is a direct way to support their survival. Strong streams mean more visibility, more players, and a longer life for these iconic spaces. gofund.me/8ed9e158

This was great practice for #CEO2025 ! Can't wait to see how the hard work is paying off. But more importantly, can't wait to see so many friends at CEO this weekend.

I felt like I played pretty well this weekend! It was one of those days that felt like I've made some good progress.

Over the next two months we'll be running Road to CEO, featuring many of the games that will be officially at #CEO2025. We're so excited about @ceogaming.org being back in Orlando that we're opening registration for both May and June now! Early discount for June runs through May 17.

I suffered some technical difficulties with my stick but still managed to do pretty well for myself at the monthly this weekend! Shoutout to Liquid Richard and KemetBrotha for letting me borrow your sticks

Its been 8 tourneys since I've gotten first in ST and I couldn't be happier about that. Our scene for games pre-SF4 era has improved so much in a short amount of time which makes me incredibly proud. I'm very happy that Katie, myself and our friends have been able to grow this community so much!

I lost in round 1 and did a run through loser's side to make it to 3rd! Very proud of how well I played ☺️

Last weekend at @neondreamsarcade.bsky.social @oldboone.bsky.social took many wonderful photos including this one. I love it. Throughout our 20 year relationship @pskelly.bsky.social and I have played competitive games together. We don't get mad or upset. Even when he beats me with a V-ism combo 😁

I feel like my Felicia has been getting better recently. I've made a couple adjustments and they've made a huge difference. Looking forward to cracking into that top 4 ☺️

If you've attended any Retro Revival events we want to hear what you thought. What did you like, what did you dislike, and especially what are the things that we can do to give you a better experience. As a team we genuinely care about running the best possible events that we can

Back home from Frosty's. Enjoying the balmy 70⁰ and getting a stern talking to from my cat about leaving her for the weekend.

We're in there! Who else is coming for that CEO badge?

Seeing a lot of talk about paid locals, so here’s my take: Retro Revival runs free weeklies to keep fighting games accessible. $15/week can be a barrier and people have thanked us because they couldn’t otherwise participate. Everyone deserves a safe, inclusive space to play.

My newest edition of the Retro Revival trophies

I'm really excited about CEO being back home in Orlando. And to top it off, we're also going to be running more of my favorite games. ☺️

I both love and feel attacked by Spotify's AI description of my taste in music

I'm super excited for Frosty's! Looking forward to seeing everyone there and playing some fun games. ☺️ #FFXVII2025

Getting a head start on that raffle! 😁

Did well playing ST last night. This is the highest that I've placed yet. 😁

If you haven't voted yet, please get out there tomorrow and do it. And if you need a ride to the polls, consider using Lyft with discount code NAACPVOTE24

Seems appropriate that National Cat Day is right before Halloween, especially when you have a black cat. Happy Cat day everyone! #NationalCatDay

I am ridiculously excited for this! This is by far my favorite of the Xenoblade games. I loved it the first time that I played it and can't wait for this Switch release

Let’s do a give-a-way! Win a #TheFrame a #Panzer4 or #Panzer5 base kit (chassis, panel, and plexi as required) by doing the following: 1. Follow @jasenscustoms.com 2. Share this post. 3. Join our newsletter at: jasenscustoms.com/pages/contact No purchase necessary. US only. www.JasensCustoms.com

I absolutely love my stick from Jasen's Customs. It's beautiful, sturdy, and is in fact custom. I had such a hard time playing on a standard layout and Jasen was awesome enough to make a custom one for me. Go support him and give him a follow. Or better yet, get one of his sticks.

Alright, let's do this

We're officially going to Frosty Faustings! Managed to get a room booked and now I just have to wait impatiently.

I made Top 8 for Vsav and VF5 last night at Retro Revival! I was super surprised by how well I did in VF considering how new to the game I am but I had loads of fun. Looking forward to running it again in the future

That's ok, I guess I'll just work standing the rest of the day. This is what happens when I walk away from my desk.

Next Tuesday (Aug 20th) there's another Fightcade mystery wheel goin down. 9pm EST same as always. Enter right here and bring a friend, it's free and so is Fightcade. challonge.com/TNM10

Second place at the Retro Revival Monthly for SoulCalibur II. I'm super proud of it! 😁

It's always a great night when I get to play SoulCalibur II. It's still one of my favorite games even after all of these years. ❤️

This is what packing for Combo Breaker looks like in our household 👀

I was at it again, making some new trophies for Retro Revival FGC. This time they're for our unofficial side brackets at Combo Breaker. If you're going to CB you should sign up for CvS2 or SFA3. They're totally free and you can win a trophy made by me!

This is how I've spent most of my day, snuggled up with my kitty and a good book

I keep meaning to post more pics from our Japan trip so here's some more. Here are some of the cherry blossoms that we saw!

Player vs Main

Finished playing Sea of Stars and it was fantastic! It was reminiscent of SNES era RPGs, specifically Chrono Trigger. The story and characters were all light hearted and endearing. I can't recommend this game enough. 9/10

I had such a fantastic time at Frosty Faustings this past weekend! 10/10 would definitely go back next year. ST 0-2 CvS2 1-2 Vsav 0-2 SC2 3-2 SMS 0-2 SFA3 1-2 I feel like I've been making big strides in improving and my losses were significantly closer matches. 😁

I designed and made some new trophies for @retrorevivalfgc.bsky.social I really like how the two layers came out. They were a little snug to put together but I can fix that when I make the trophies for the next monthly. #glowforge #laser #laserengraving

I'm really proud of the fact that I've been consistently making it into the Top 8 for Vsav @retrorevivalfgc.bsky.social This game is starting to become one of my favorites and I always look forward to playing it 🐈‍⬛

When someone doesn't show up for a D&D session, we let the cat play for them instead

This seems about right and sums up what I love listening to the most

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