Day 2 Saturday the 21st began earlier than Friday did, with the convention opening. My first even of the day was a 10:00 a.m. panel hosted by Hunter Kay Walace titled, “Book Covers with Canva.” Miss Wallace’s panel explored what kinds of image sizes and styles Canva can create, how to determine which visuals toContinue reading “Montana Midsummer: MisCon 39, part 2”
Author Archives: James Meyer
Montana Midsummer: MisCon 39, part 1
Introduction Greetings everyone! I hope that the summer months are treating you kindly. Last weekend, from June 20th to 22nd, I traveled all the way to Missoula, Montana for MisCon 39. This is my first convention outside of Wyoming or Colorado. It’s part of my plan to explore more of geekdom. I was both excitedContinue reading “Montana Midsummer: MisCon 39, part 1”
Anew in Aurora: GhengisCon 2025
Introduction Greetings readers, and happy new year! We are back for another TTRPG convention blog! This time we are back to GhengisCon in Aurora. I will admit that I’m very excited about 2025. I’ve done research into more conventions and look forward to visiting conventions in Montana, Nebraska, and Utah in addition to my familiarContinue reading “Anew in Aurora: GhengisCon 2025”
Third time’s the Charm: Cheyenne Gaming Convention 2024
Introduction It is late April, and my convention calendar has flipped over into a new year. With this turnover comes the visit to where it started for me: Cheyenne Gaming Convention. Taking a long weekend away from the humdrum of work to recharge the social batteries is excellent. Each time I have visited, there areContinue reading “Third time’s the Charm: Cheyenne Gaming Convention 2024”
Return of the Khan: GhengisCon 2024
Introduction Greetings readers and happy new year! Yes, I know that we almost one quarter of the way into it now, but better late than never. I wanted to post something closer to the start of 2024, but I wasn’t exact sure about what to say. I digress though. It is mid February which meanContinue reading “Return of the Khan: GhengisCon 2024”
Press Start to Play: Vincon 2023
Background My last convention of the year has come and gone. It was a fantastic weekend of video games representing all stages of creation and a menagerie of pop culture memorabilia in all shapes and sizes. celebrating the medium’s history. It was an excellent reminisce of bygone times. It was Vincon. I’ve actually attended lastContinue reading “Press Start to Play: Vincon 2023”
Gamer Girl Second Act: TactiCon 2023
Introduction Welcome back readers to another convention experience. This one will highlight TactiCon, the other convention hosted by Gamer Girl Games alongside its sibling GhengisCon. If you’ve read my post about that convention or others, you’ll likely see some familiar names in this one. I hope that you enjoy the perspective and insight I giveContinue reading “Gamer Girl Second Act: TactiCon 2023”
One Night in Oil City: The 2023 Wyoming Pop Culture Convention
It feels excellent to be visiting conventions. Seeing the menagerie of writers, illustrators, craftsmen, and women refreshes the mind. It pulls back the curtain and reminds you of the vast creative spread which is out there if you know how and where to look. The Wyoming Pop Culture Con ran the weekend of July 7Continue reading “One Night in Oil City: The 2023 Wyoming Pop Culture Convention”
The Lady of the Grismoor
Author’s note: This story is my submission for the April 26, 2023 prompt on Iron Age Media titled “The Marquise.” Special thanks to Discord acquaintance “Erwin Breivik,” and “Honors Hammer,” for being a beta reader and providing valuable feedback. Your feedback and thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated. Author: James Meyer A series of twangs reverberated inContinue reading “The Lady of the Grismoor”
Troublemaker Trixie
Author’s note: This story is my submission for the April 19 2023 prompt on Iron Age Media titled “The Instigator” Author: James Meyer The morning sun sprinkled through the final bits of cloud cover, blanketing the humble stone cottage. The home is a split-level design, two stories tall and extra at its highest pointContinue reading “Troublemaker Trixie”
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