Brrr... new introduction time cause my old one is already outdated lol.

I am Sinclair-Speccy, your local resident computer nerd that can’t actually do a lot of tech stuff like people think. My primary interests are #Linux, #OldTech, and #OStan. You’ll usually find me boosting retro tech content and occasionally posting it myself, mostly retro tech ads.

My interest in emulation all started when I managed to run Yggdrasil Linux from the '90s (I know, so interesting /s). Despite having used XP as my first OS other older OSes (mostly Linux ones) interest me more if you look at the media I've posted on my account besides the tech ads.

I’ve moved around a bit online as I started on .art as my friend was there, then bitbang.social and now oldbytes.space.

One of my favourite niche fandoms is OS-tans which is turning operating systems and hardware into anime characters, though I tend to call them tech gijinkas. I even have my own tech gijinkas universe that is hosted on my site.

As for some other stuff I enjoy #mythology, #transformers, #cats, #fantasy, #nature such as #flowers and #plants and #animals, #steampunk, #starwars, #photography, #art, #space, #cyberpunk and #scifi... there is more but I'm not writing them all.

You can check out my website here: sinclair-speccy.github.io/The-… and I hope to expand it into a tech journalism platform or something, though motivation and its static nature kind of stop me...

Unlike in the past I'm not active as I used to be, sadly.

#RetroTech #Retro #RetroTechnology #RetroComputing #VintageComputers #Introduction

This master's thesis about fantasy genres in Chinese internet literature might be of interest here: is.muni.cz/th/s33qt/Fantasy_Ge…

#ChineseLiterature #webnovels #fantasy

this is so cool! I ported to #webxdc TIC-80 #fantasy #computer for making, playing and sharing tiny #games

you can import/export files with add/get commands!

with this you can create #retro games in #lua, #fennel, #python, #ruby, #javascript etc and play/share them with friends as in-chat apps in #DeltaChat / #ArcaneChat

I would like to expose the webxdc API to TIC-80 games so they can do networking/multiplayer and send in-chat messages

#fantasyconsole #console #retrogaming #tic80 #pico8

What's up with my #reading habits lately?

Me: "I'd really like some #fantasy or #scifi comfort food. Nothing complex; maybe something cozy or slice of life, or a power fantasy where the good guys always win. I'd love that."

Me, a few hours later: "Hey! This #book was just a predictable power fantasy where the good guys always win! It was overly simple slice of life, and the conflict was low stakes. I hated that!"

It's gotten to the point where I haven't rated the last few #books I've read, because "2 stars: was exactly what I asked for!" just seems like an unfair review.

Anyway, authors: please figure out what I actually want to read and write that, then advertise it to me as what I think I want to read. Because book marketing isn't hard enough for you, right? Thanks! #bookstodon

Each ivory rose glistened sweetly in the twilight, each petal as perfect as porcelain.

Little white butterflies flitted through the last strands of fading light, dancing on tender, tantalizing scents.

The Gardener packed up their gear, secretly smiling as a rival hid poorly behind the old oak, straightening the "Beware The Thorns" sign as they headed inside.

The next morning the blooms were exceptionally voluptuous, and for now, satiated.

#TootFic #MicroFiction #Writing #TerylsTales #Fantasy

Alternatively, for a similarly low price, you can get the series that got me into Dave's writing in the first place.
The "world of the Goddess" as they call it in the book, or the seventh sword series, as it's known, is a typical portal fantasy (although I didn't really know the term when it was written).

the protagonist, Wallie Smith, a man from our world, finds his consciousness transferred into the body of a barbarian swordsman in a completely different world.
In the classic "fish out of water" narrative, he must navigate the rules, customs, and dangers of the new world. Wallie Smith's journey epitomizes this, as the mild-mannered earthling is suddenly thrust into a society governed by a goddess and a rigid code of swordsmanship.

The twist is great, too. It's one of those utterly fantastic revelations that you had all the material to work out for yourself, so perhaps you will.

The 4th book was written years after the first 3 and is as much an homage to the fans as another story, so if you're going in fresh, enjoy the trilogy as a unit first.

My omnibus copy omited the preface when I bought it, so be wary of that. I did report it to the publisher, so hopefully they fixed it.

seanrandall.me/recommends/B073…
#Bookstodon #Fantasy #portalFantasy

For only £2.39 on Kindle at the moment in the UK, you can get all 4 of the Man of His Word fantasy books.
Nearly 1,800 pages of escapism which enthralled me greatly the first time I read it. I've been back a handful of times, too.

It's light (but moving), entertaining YA fantasy. The good guys are good, the bad guys are bad, and there's not a lot of grey area. It is a bit heavy on the traditional gender roles, Inos is a princess but she's not helplessly waiting to be rescued, and while Rap is the strong commoner, he's not always right, or always doing the rescuing. They're genuine (if young and not overly complex) people.
It's clever, diversionary fantasy with a rich magic system. The sequel is just as good too, which is rare.

seanrandall.me/recommends/B073…
#Bookstodon #Fantasy

Ooh, ooh! So happy for Andy Weir!

tomsguide.com/entertainment/mo…

#scifi #sciencefiction #art #scifiart #fantasy #space #cyberpunk

Ryan Gosling's new movie looks like 'Interstellar' meets 'The Martian' — and the first trailer looks awesome

I'm already sold on this sci-fi adventure flick

^{Malcolm McMillan (Tom's Guide)}

Comparing 5e and OSR D&D

Here are the 5 biggest differences you should know about old-school rules versus current 5e D&D, so you can form your own subjective opinion about which era of #DnD is right for you.

ruckerworks.com/2025/05/a-comp…

#fantasy #ttrpg #OSR #5eDnD #OldSchoolEssentials #WotC

If you're looking for joy, solace, catharsis, fun, escape, beauty, wonder, mirrors, camaraderie, or just a little distraction right now:

I've recommended dozens of short scifi/fantasy stories, available to read for free online

metafilter.com/tags/shortficti…

#sff #scifi #sciencefiction #fantasy

Ouroboros O’s: Brings out the eternal snake in you!

#CursedRelics #CursedRelics2024 #Ouroboros #MastoArt #Fantasy #ComicArt

I enjoy the sound of the shamisen, it helps lower my anxiety sometimes. This piece was inspired by that feeling😌🌸

#MastoArt #FediArt #AshenwaveArt #DigitalArt #Illustration #OriginalArt #Fantasy #Spring #CreativeToots #ArtistsOnMastodon

My comic saw a drastic change in setting this year. I'm glad I remembered how to draw trees.
No page this week, it's a good time to catch up, before the desert swallows us again!

tenearthshatteringblows.com

#webcomic #fantasy #trees

Hey there!

I'm CKMo, and I'm a taiwanese high fantasy indie author. I'm trying to bring more works with #eastasian influences into western culture via my novels.

You can find all my publishing sites, social media, and discord server in my bio!

#indieauthor #indiebooks #indiefantasy #fantasy #selfpublished #webnovelist #writing #novel #fantasyauthor #taiwanese #asian #asiancreator #writers #book #books #fantasybook #bookstodon #webnovel #highfantasy @bookstodon

秋にしか見られない赤と黄の幻想世界。

A fantasy world of red and yellow that can only be seen in autumn.

#photography #nature #art #flower #flowers #花 #写真 #japan #beautiful #beauty #bloomscrolling #秋 #autumn #fall #landscape #scenery #fantasy #autumnvibes #fantasy #autumnleaves #maple #紅葉 #red #yellow

Congratulations to all the BCS authors who are #hugoawards finalists!

Alix E. Harrow, Nghi Vo, Marie Vibbert, @catvalente @samtasticbooks @BenCKinney @tinaconnolly @jasonsanford and Astounding Award finalist Isabel J. Kim.

file770.com/2023-hugo-finalist…
#hugoawards #astoundingaward #sff #fantasy #litmag

2023 Hugo Finalists

The Chengdu Worldcon committee today posted the finalists for the 2023 Hugo Awards. Astounding Award for Best New Writer Travis Baldree   Naseem Jamnia   Isabel J Kim*   Maijia …

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Panthera aquatica 💧🐆

#art #mastoart #fantasy #animalart

An #introduction post, given recent influx, with hashtags to aid searchability.
I am O. Westin, a #writer of #MicroFiction, mostly #ScienceFiction and #fantasy #fiction, and occasional #poetry. My stories are generally less than 280 characters, because I also post to Twitter.

No set schedule, stories are written and posted when inspiration strikes.
I am LGBTQIA+ positive, and usually favour wholesome over darkness and edgy nihilism.

Books: microsff.com/books
FAQ: microsff.com/faq

My #introduction Toot!

I’m an #author who writes adult #romance and YA (young adult) #sciencefiction and #fantasy!

I’m also a big #movie buff and try to see 100 films a year. I often tap out at 80!

I have a #goldenretreiver and two tattoos! I’m obsessed with Greek #mythology! Hit me up for anything writing, movie, or social media related - the later is my job!

If you want to buy my books, visit.

kosokojackson.com

First Came Trust is up for pre-order:

Lilah knew ey was dead the moment ey met the creature in the woods. Ey never expected eir doom to overtake eir siblings as well. A stranger on the road may offer salvation, but is it worth the price?

First Came Trust is a short fantasy story about family, self acceptance, and (most of all) trust

99c on Amazon & other etailers
books2read.com/u/bwrk7v

Coming out Dec 21st, perfect if you'll need a break from everything Christmas

#QueerFiction #fantasy

[time for a #reintroduction! #introductions #introduction]

I'm Flo (he/him), a #queer #author of #lgbtqia #fiction.

Primarily I write #sliceoflife, #comedy, heartwarming & lighthearted, #gay #romance in a variety of settings, such as #hopepunk, #scifi, #fantasy, #steampunk, #horror, #gothic, annnnd the list goes on~ 😅

Some more things about me:

— I'm currently pumped for #NaNoWriMo!

— I like #writing, #reading, #drawing, #art, #gaming, #movies, #books etc.

— I dabble in #learning #mandarin and #tokipona (which i don't tend to talk about here).

— I am #agender, #asexual, #aromantic, (thus #AroAce) #disabled, #ActuallyAutistic, and a #demiguy

— i have a wishlist (mostly full of very, *very* gay books): throne.me/u/drowsy/wishlist

— alt accounts at @ghost@weirder.earth & @floghost

Throne Gifts - The Gifting Platform for Creators

Throne is gifting platform for content creators. Safely receive gifts from any online store while keeping your address hidden.

^throne.me

My #introduction:

I did two years of engineering school and two years of journalism. I'm a geek who loves to tell a story.

I make #comics, #illustrations & #paintings. I do a lot of #memoir work, kids books (#kidlit), and speculative #fantasy.

I've spent about 15 years in the world of #infosec (thank you, day job!) and I do a lot of writing and podcasting in this field. I'm not an expert but I am a nerd for #tech and #privacy.

Links are all in my profile if you want to learn more. I'm not gonna spam you.

This is not my first time on Mastodon but I'm trying to consolidate a bunch of my older profiles right here.