Video Game manuals used to be so awesome that I'd read them cover to cover, multiple times They were full of artwork, character bios, tips, move sets, and even left journal pages for writing in notes or maps of areas for reference They added so much value to the experience of every game

there are three kinds of people: 1) “five minutes!” “thank you, five!” 2) “five minutes!” “heard!” 3) everyone else

My parents were low income so I often just browsed game shops as a kid. Sometimes mum let me get a game. It'd cost her whole day's wage and a chunk of our rent. Dad once told me to check under the car seat and Pokemon Red was there in a bag. Ownership isn't the only thing we lose with physical media

For once, I actually agree with Steve's advice. Being silly is good for the soul.

I have a little favour to ask. If anyone has read Cold Blooded but hasn't reviewed it on Amazon, I'd really appreciate any review. I need two more reviews so I can apply for something exciting. Thanking the universe and the awesome folks out there in advance 🙌

youtu.be/nu1Yt0bIjEA #AudioRP Reminder today to be mindful of loud noises! A lot of people and animals do not like them!

There needs to be more things for humans who are pet aunts and uncles. Just sayin'. 🙂 Parents and grandparents get to have all the fun....

Collab alert! 😁 Excited to see this episode out in the wild. Catch up on the series by @capitalmaudios.bsky.social , new audio drops on Friday!

Look, in my defense.... Wait. There is no defense. Lol

Last night's (Not A) Livestream in Tamriel! youtu.be/oJ9CylVZczU?...

Now that Elder Scrolls Online has announced the first adventure for Season One, we're gonna need to go join the Thieves Guild to get ready! 😊 (Okay, so we don't HAVE to, but it's a good excuse to go thievin'.) Join me for Tamriel Thursday later tonight, around 8 pm EDT. youtube.com/WordsByParker

Just a reminder - June 14 is the deadline for sending in an audition read(s) for The Scottish Play! 🙂 You can use Casting Call Club or the Google Form / email (see repost below for links). Looking forward to hearing your reads!

THIS DOES NOT FALL UNDER FAIR USE DOCTRINE. I am so sick of people trying to exploit that. If you consent to your work being used to train AI, that's your choice. And I support that. Your work, your choice. But for those who did not consent, it is not okay. And that choice should be respected too.

IMPORTANT: For any artists/writers/etc etc, using Linktree to point people to their work, from 5 July, they'll be feeding all imagery you use on your landing page into DALL-E by OpenAI. I deleted my account this morning.

The Parker Plays livestreams return this week! "Tamriel Thursdays" featuring Elder Scrolls Online (ESO). The Night Market event is live until June 17, so we're going to dip our toes into the zone, join a faction, and get ourselves a new house for our trouble. youtube.com/@wordsbyparker

Next time you have an idea that seems too crazy, just remember that John Woo once walked into an office and said "I wanna make a movie where Nick Cage plays John Travolta playing Nick Cage, and also John Travolta plays Nick Cage playing John Travolta," and somebody wrote him a check for 80M dollars

You aren't a mistake, you aren't a burden. You should be proud of how far you have come. Never listen to negative words being said to you. You are so amazing!! 🫂

Shakespeare's Macbeth Tentative release: October 2026 Audition Information & Sides (Casting Call Club): www.castingcall.club/projects/aud... CCC not required to audition. Google Form if you don't want to use CCC: forms.gle/EsK7d2cTNSvt... Deadline: June 14 Any questions, just ask. Thanks!

Hey, there! I know it's a late invite, but want to come to our Valentine's Day party? youtu.be/5ynLOlta46s

This year ESO is debuting a brand-new in-game event for Heart's Week (like Valentine's Day). Join me on Wednesday February 11 at 8 pm ET and let's play through it together! www.elderscrollsonline.com/en-us/news/p...

I just received The Curio Cabinet: A Collection of Miniature Stories from Nicoillustrates via Throne. Thank you! https://throne.com/wordsbyparker #throne

I just received Aurora® Adorable Mini Flopsie™ River Otter Pup Stuffed Animal - Playful Ease - Timeless Companions - Brown 8 Inches from mobthew0lf via Throne. Thank you! https://throne.com/wordsbyparker #throne

Today is my birthday! Sharing links for those so enclined (because I love giving gifts and others do too; and I should not deny them the opportunity or the joy). My therapist would be proud. 🙂 Throne Wishlist throne.com/wordsbyparker Ko-Fi Page ko-fi.com/wordsbyparker

Hm. Imagine that.

It’s not always important to be the loudest instrument in the room. Think of life as a #symphony. You matter most when you listen, enter at the right moment, and make others sound better, too. #vss365

Got some new merch in the mail this past weekend. 😁 saquverse-shop.fourthwall.com

We're returning to Raven's Landing in late February 2026! Catch up, refresh your memory, or listen for the first time. Renegade's Shadow (Audio RP Series): www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

Tonight at 8 pm ET, join me on YouTube for a Holiday Hangout livestream in Elder Scrolls Online! I'll be decorating the Enchanted Snow Globe House with some festive furnishings, & we can hang out, chat, etc. I might even consider your decorating suggestions (we'll see). 🙂 youtube.com/@wordsbyparker

Same.

Zero tolerance is the ONLY and FITTING response to genAI being used in production of media. Sure, you might think it's too harsh. Sure, they might've only used it for early stuff in development, etc Listen, it's not even a SLIPPERY slope, there is NO friction at all unless we speak out against it.

TONIGHT! Starting at 6:15p ET, it'll be time to solve A Christmas Crime over on @shalinetsuruga.bsky.social's purple channel! Join me, Dom, @lizardlaw974.bsky.social, @stonecap.bsky.social, and @wordsbyparker.bsky.social for a jolly good time. <3 See you there! twitch.tv/shalinetsuruga

You're invited to our Christmas party, including a White Elephant Gift Exchange! In addition to the coziness and warmth. 🙂 youtu.be/twSVr_xIsOI?...

I'm not sure if this is different than what they did a few years ago, but it used to be that if you took your profile private your posts wouldn't be used for training. If that's changed, get your content off X. (Any content you want to protect that is - you may not care about the random posts.)

I don't have polite words for this insanity, or for my anger. For this bot to work as advertised, the author's book has to be fed into their machine, in its entirety. And authors cannot opt out of this feature. Nor can readers. reactormag.com/new-kindle-f...

Episode 2 of Skrub's Snowy Sidequest starts at 5 pm ET today! Led by @skrubasauras.bsky.social over on his Twitch channel - check it out at www.twitch.tv/skrubva ! 🙂

Playing in my very first TTRPG campaign today, led by @skrubasauras.bsky.social over on his Twitch channel! Today at 5 pm ET - check it out at www.twitch.tv/skrubva ! 🙂

Mark your calendars for a casual holiday livestream with me in Tamriel! Tuesday, December 23 8 pm ET I'll be hanging out & decorating my winter holiday house in ESO, which will need some work since I don't have it on my PC account yet. 😁 So come hang out, chill & chat, & help me deck the halls!

Due to fincancial difficulties I will be opening pay what you want portraits on KoFi! Only donate what you can and you'll get a fully rendered bust from me! I'll appreciate any donos!! ❤️ ko-fi.com/c/9ff08b6fe9

Looking for a party to go to this coming Thursday? We'll save a seat for you at our table. 🙂 youtu.be/LnLkXHyOq7E

As AI voices become more commonly heard around us, the one thing machines still can’t replicate is you: your lived experiences, your instincts, your quirks, your point of view. Read with your unique truth so your auditions feel less like “performances” Get your ticket here: navavoices.org/classes/

The WBP website and the wiki are in the process of being transferred to my new web hosting provider. If you try to access something on one of those sites you might run into a delay. No worries, all should be fixed up in a few days. 🙂 Figured I should post a note, just in case. 😁

Guess who's BAAAAACK: A Vampiric Investigation [F4A][Vampire RP][Ersabeth][Hunter Listener][Havenstorm] Featuring the amazing talents of: @stonecap.bsky.social , @oraclevo.bsky.social and @wordsbyparker.bsky.social youtu.be/GYHhVcrDPbw

Day 29 - CRISIS 🍭 #SuperBatober #Inktober #inktober2025

It's Halloween week! Time to finish up those costumes and the decorations and get ready for some spooky fun. If you're looking for a party go to, you are cordially invited to ours. 🎃 youtu.be/BN2Goe10e-c

The last of the new merch designs! Moonrise Brewery is owned & operated by Tripp Saunders, a vampire & the original owner. He changes his first name each generation. Logo designed by Arlie West: www.fiverr.com/studioawest Moonrise Brewery Merch Collection: shopwordsbyparker.com/collections/...