Andruid (Page 6)

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Short bio

Andruid (she/her) is a writer, roleplayer, storyteller, and nerd who tries to live by Bill and Ted wisdom, i.e. "Be excellent to each other." She created Writing Games to share lessons learned and to introduce new players to the world of text-based games.

Latest posts

How to improve player retention in multi-user (MU*) text games: 15 tips

How to improve player retention in multi-user (MU*) text games: 15 tips

January 8, 2023

Learn how to calculate and track player retention in your multi-user (MU*) game, plus 15+ tips for getting players to return.

10 Ways to support your favorite text games and game creators

10 Ways to support your favorite text games and game creators

November 21, 2022

Discover 10 ways to support your favorite text games and game creators, especially indie games that could use the marketing boost.

Alter Aeon MUD: 25+ years of adventure

Alter Aeon MUD: 25+ years of adventure

October 23, 2022

Learn about Alter Aeon MUD from Shadowfax, a senior staff member - including how the game got started, tips for other game creators, and more!

Ways to welcome and include new players

Ways to welcome and include new players

September 30, 2022

Looking for more ways to welcome and include new players? In this post, fellow roleplayer Petal shares her 11 tips for oldbies in RP MUDs.

Beginner’s guide to roleplaying with text

Beginner’s guide to roleplaying with text

September 14, 2022

Learn the basics of roleplaying online in this beginner's guide to RP, including essential terms and concepts, how to stay in character, and more.

How to use medieval fantasy language in RP

How to use medieval fantasy language in RP

September 10, 2022

Learn what's important - and what's not - when roleplaying with medieval fantasy language. Plus, Amika returns with her tips for using Archaic English!

Erotic roleplay (ERP) and consent in games: what you need to know

Erotic roleplay (ERP) and consent in games: what you need to know

September 8, 2022

What is erotic roleplay (ERP)? This post covers what you need to know about ERP and consent in text-based games, plus advice for game admins and staff.

10 Ways to spice up your tavern RP

10 Ways to spice up your tavern RP

August 28, 2022

Tavern RP is a type of social roleplay that is set in bars and pubs. Here are 10 ideas to keep your tavern roleplay from becoming stale.

Toxic gaming communities: how to identify and deal with toxic behavior

Toxic gaming communities: how to identify and deal with toxic behavior

August 19, 2022

Learn what makes a game or gamer toxic, as well as tips for avoiding toxic gaming communities and handling toxic behavior.

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