Join the revolution and fight against the status quo where you control a cast of characters as part of a revolutionary cell combatting the megacorps and oppressive regimes.
Description:
Trashumanism is an upcoming TTRPG from Le Destroy and Gehenna Gaming. Le Destroy is an Austin-based multimedia artist & singer-songwriter who released her debut album, Trashumanism, in 2024. Riffing on the concept of transhumanismthe evolution of people as they become integrated with increasingly intelligent forms of technologyTrashumanism explores the dangers of genetic engineering through a rules-light, bio-punk tabletop RPG, with an emphasis on player decisions and their consequences. Through the Resistance System, any action players take can have an effect on the status quo, be it a minor tweak or a world altering change. Rather than controlling a singular character, players will control a cast of characters that are part of a revolutionary cell fighting against the megacorporations and oppressive systems in place.
Join the revolution and fight against the status quo where you control a cast of characters as part of a revolutionary cell combatting the megacorps and oppressive regimes.
Description:
Trashumanism is an upcoming TTRPG from Le Destroy and Gehenna Gaming. Le Destroy is an Austin-based multimedia artist & singer-songwriter who released her debut album, Trashumanism, in 2024. Riffing on the concept of transhumanismthe evolution of people as they become integrated with increasingly intelligent forms of technologyTrashumanism explores the dangers of genetic engineering through a rules-light, bio-punk tabletop RPG, with an emphasis on player decisions and their consequences. Through the Resistance System, any action players take can have an effect on the status quo, be it a minor tweak or a world altering change. Rather than controlling a singular character, players will control a cast of characters that are part of a revolutionary cell fighting against the megacorporations and oppressive systems in place.
Join the Rebellious Rouges' as they're pulling into a perfect fantasy turned into a hungry nightmare by the trusted Game Master. Because in the world of DIE all stories are on the menu for devouring.
Description:
Brought together by their Game Master for their weekly game, The Rebellious Rouges are suddenly thrust into a new world built specifically for them. Everything from their favorite NPCs in the flesh, a tavern with a perfectly lit stage, and an eager audience to the immaculate shops filled with treasures sits before them. But in this carefully crafted dream is a hidden hunger and the threat of never waking up. Because in DIE, every story is up for devouring.
A discussion about barriers within the cosplay community and how we can work together to break these down; allowing a more positive, inclusive & safe environment at cons and other events.
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We will have an open discussion with the audience about the cosplay/con community and how they feel it is inclusive. Do they feel there are areas in which there could still be improvement in inclusivity: in what ways, how could that change be promoted, what would they like to see, etc. We will share some of our own experiences and ask the audience participants to share experiences, if they want. Conversation participation is absolutely voluntary and no one is required to be involved in the conversation if they choose not to. They are more than welcome to sit and listen - we love that too!!
What Even IS Marketing? How To Promote Your Tabletop Game
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Making a game and want to know how to identify your target audience, utilize meta ads, or run a crowdfunding campaign? Learn from the experts!
Description:
Sit down with experts in tabletop marketing, professionals with decades of combined experience, to learn the ins and outs of running a marketing campaign for a tabletop game. Whether you're an indie creator new to the industry or an experienced designer interested in tips and tricks on how to optimize ad campaigns, this workshop will provide an overview and deep dive into digital and event marketing in our industry.
Workshop led by: Ian E. Muller (Nine Realms Agency, Gehenna Gaming), Jay Foster (Swoleinitiative), Rue Dickey (Paizo), Josh Simmons (Nine Realms Agency)
The Vampiric Counsel of Western Michigan's corporate branch is hosting an office party.
Description:
The VCWM is committed to a positive work environment. Considering the recent dip in morale due to The Incident, we will be hosting a party with team building exercises and a small presentation by one of our community leaders. Refreshments to be provided for all participating kindred. However, refreshments will not be provided for ghouls. Bring Your Own Blood Bag.
Signed, The Vampiric Counsel of Western Michigan
Join Keven Lomax's expedition into the the modern-with-magic midwest to reestablish connections with the towns within a perpetual crystal storm warping tornado alley!
Description:
Within the last decade magic has rushed into the modern world and frankly people still don't know what's going on.
People, governments, and businesses are trying to figure out how to deal with the new "normal" of magic existing. If someone tells you they know what's going on, they're either lying or they've been covering up magic for longer than the public knew about it - and still probably lying.
Still with magic altering the world, opportunity is as available as danger.
Utilizes the Witchgates LARP mechanics and setting, a WIP system noteworthy for easy to use narrative-focused mechanics where players play as witches who use a variety of magical abilities to explore the magical alterations to our reality.
Join Keven Lomax's expedition into the the modern-with-magic midwest to reestablish connections with the towns within a perpetual crystal storm warping tornado alley!
Description:
Within the last decade magic has rushed into the modern world and frankly people still don't know what's going on.
People, governments, and businesses are trying to figure out how to deal with the new "normal" of magic existing. If someone tells you they know what's going on, they're either lying or they've been covering up magic for longer than the public knew about it - and still probably lying.
Still with magic altering the world, opportunity is as available as danger.
Utilizes the Witchgates LARP mechanics and setting, a WIP system noteworthy for easy to use narrative-focused mechanics where players play as witches who use a variety of magical abilities to explore the magical alterations to our reality.
A brief community discussion about the Baldur's Gate 3 game, and cosplay of characters, along with interactive games to play with the audience.
Description:
Will discuss the Baldurs Gate 3 video game as panelists who have played on different platforms/consoles and with each other on different campaigns - our likes and dislikes, our favorites aspects and characters. May compare the video game elements to actual DnD game. Will also discuss our cosplay of the BG3 characters, inclusivity of cosplay and different ways to accomplish cosplay ideas. We also plan to have interactive games with the audience that is related to the video game to test your fandom knowledge!
If you have ever wanted to explore a new side of yourself within kink, or learn safe, and new techniques to enhance your own rope play, this seminar will teach you that and so much more.
Description:
Please take some time and explore a different side of yourself in this safe, inclusive, and open space to learn about a different section of the kink space with rope play. Your seminar leaders have years of experience with rope play, and you will learn all matter of proper techniques, knotting, structure, and other methods in exploring yourself and rope. Individuals and couples/groups are encouraged to attend. Questions are encouraged.