I have been working on this month's article, which is a Science storyline walk-through, and it is taking much longer than normal. I've already worked on it for a couple of hours, and I haven't added everything to make this a true walk-through. I will post it tomorrow and hope everyone enjoys learning more about this huge advancement of the storyline.
2023-08-29 23:17:22 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is the near final cover art for Deadbury Academy by defenestratin (Adrien Valdes). It shows the following characters surrounded by zombies:
Welcome to my 71st newsletter! It's been another busy month. While most people are taking vacations, I have steadily been working on all three of my current games in development. Everything has been progressing well, and I'm excited to share my writing with everyone.
Let's get started.
Part 4 currently stands at 377,000 words, with an additional 14,000+ words this month so far. I still plan to add 20,000 words this month, my monthly goal.<...
2023-08-20 16:36:09 +0000 UTC View PostMadison sees her brother hesitating, so she makes the call. "Downstairs, now!"
The twins run through the open doorway, and Brody turns to slam the door shut with an ominous thud. He flips the lock on the doorknob and slides a metal bolt across the middle of the door. Only a few moments passed before a hard pounding came through the door, followed by deafening gro...
2023-08-15 18:01:53 +0000 UTC View PostAs I am finishing up writing the Science storyline chapter for Part 4, I am providing the scientist character with the opportunity to choose certain paths to take with the Zeta virus.
The first path is to cure the disease caused by the Zeta virus. This would mean that someone could be saved if given this treatment within an hour of being infected. It may even have an effect on those who have already transformed.
The next path is to create a vaccine to protect against the Zeta viru...
2023-08-14 23:59:25 +0000 UTC View PostMy artist is all ready for the next character to illustrate.
2023-08-11 15:13:35 +0000 UTC View PostHere is the poll for the original story this month. Please feel free to make suggestions for new story subjects in the comments below.
I have three new possible suggestions this month. The first one involves a story from the point of view of a member of one of the other factions in the area. If this story is selected, we will have a follow-up poll for the group (Silverthornes, Red Mamba Biker Club, River Dogs, Forest Rats).
Another story will involve traveling on a scavenging miss...
2023-08-09 23:08:32 +0000 UTC View PostI am getting down to the last few missions of chapter 14 and preparing to start a new one which involves going to a university campus. This will be an opportunity to take one of several characters with you. It's possible none of these characters are available, depending on who you have in your group. I wanted to show you the potential group members and get a sense of who you would most like to go on a mission with.
2023-08-07 18:22:58 +0000 UTC View Post"We've got these weapons, so we should use them," Brody says as he raises his shotgun.
Madison grabs his arm before he can take the shot. "Wait! If we shoot him, other crazies are going to come. They are drawn to the noise. And if you miss, he will run over here and bite one of us. Let me take the shot."
"I have a shotgun — it's almost impossible to miss ...
2023-08-03 15:37:52 +0000 UTC View Post8/3 -- Zombie Exodus: Side Stories (Brody and Madison) scene 13. ($3+ tiers)
8/5 -- Content Sneak Peek ($3+ tiers)
8/8 -- New story poll. ($10+ tiers)
8/11 -- Zombie Exodus: Safe Haven Artwork poll. ($10+ tiers)
8/13 -- Content Sneak Peek ($1+ tiers)
8/15 -- Zombie Exodus: Side Stories (Brody and Madison) scene 14. ($3+ tiers)
8/18 -- Zombie Exodus: Safe Haven Character Poll ($10+ tiers)
8/20 -- Newsletter. ($1+ tiers)
8/22 -- Content...
2023-08-01 13:25:44 +0000 UTC View PostWhat happens when the zombie outbreak starts outside of an elite boarding school? Take the role of a student at the prestigious Steadbury Academy in an all-new survival horror choice game.
This is the tagline for my new game set in the first days of the zombie apocalypse. Interest in the game has been incredible, with the demo having been viewed 2,600+ times already. In this article, I will describe what you can expect from character creation, the early plot, and how the story ...
2023-07-29 15:52:03 +0000 UTC View Post
This is an early sketch for the cover Art for Deadbury Academy. The artist is Defenestratin (Adrien Valdes).
For my visually impaired patrons and those interested in the details, the image shows four students surrounded by zombies.
Does anyone have any advice on things to change or add to this sketch for Lopez?
2023-07-25 14:12:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Here is artwork of Jaime from Zombie Exodus: Safe Haven by the talented artist, Regina.
Remember, this is just one representation - envision Jaime in the way that suits YOUR narrative!
2023-07-23 18:56:48 +0000 UTC View PostFor those of you who have read the newsletter or follow me on social media, you may know that I am working on a huge addition to the Science storyline for Part 4. For this sneak peek, I want to show you some of the things you will be able to do to help research the Zeta virus.
For those of you who have read the newsletter or follow me on social media, you may know that I am working on a huge addition to the Science storyline for Part 4. For this sneak peek, I want to show you some of th...
2023-07-23 18:54:49 +0000 UTC View PostWelcome to my 70th newsletter! It has been a busy month but quite productive. Three games are currently in development, but I've made progress on all of them. I will discuss each individually, but it's been a heavy month of writing and coding on my two games in the Zombie Exodus universe and my latest Hosted Games title, Deadbury Academy.
A long-time follower of mine sent me an email asking if I experience burnout or writer's block. I do suffer from burnout from time to time, but luckil...
2023-07-21 00:50:04 +0000 UTC View PostI listen to all criticisms of the game and realize some characters in the main group are not represented as much as others. I am trying to add them in when possible.
I would like to know the character you would like to see more of. All of the characters on the list below will be those that are not normally as popular as others.
2023-07-19 17:26:14 +0000 UTC View Post"Let's just stay here," Brody said. "I don't want to argue. I'm tired and hungry and have no reason to go elsewhere."
Madison opened her mouth to argue but remained quiet. She didn't want to keep arguing with her brother. Every step they took was met with a new disagreement. She decided to let him win this battle.
"Fine, but we don't know if more crazies ar...
2023-07-16 00:18:42 +0000 UTC View PostIf you follow me on social media, you may have seen that I started the scientist research storyline in Part 4. For my patrons, I am going to show you one of the key parts of that storyline – picking a research assistant.
In the first ZE, Candace became your assistant. However, I wanted to give you the choice in Safe Haven. I'm interested in who you will all pick. Of course, some of these people may not be in your group, but I'm including the full list.
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As you glance ar...
2023-07-13 17:11:23 +0000 UTC View PostMy artist is all ready for the next character to illustrate. Since we are running out of RO characters, I am going to start adding in others from the group.
Here is the poll for the original story this month. Please feel free to make suggestions for new story subjects in the comments below.
This month I am also going to add choices for my StoryLoom Zombie Exodus game, Stronghold, and also for Deadbury Academy. I know these games are not as popular as Safe Haven, but I thought I would offer them anyway.
2023-07-09 22:17:38 +0000 UTC View Post
This is the artwork for Bailey from Safe Haven by the artist, Regina. Please let me know what you think!
2023-07-06 18:40:54 +0000 UTC View Post
In the next chapter of ZE: Stronghold, there is a huge Easter Egg, and I thought I would give a sneak peek.
Can you tell what the image above references?
For those of you unable to see the image above, this should give you a hint…
As you thread your way through the impending darkness of the tunnel, a low, haunting melody traces its way to your ears, as if carried on the wind itself.
Ring-a-ring the rosie,
A pocket full of posies,
Ashes! Ashes!
We all fall do...
"We need to be able to defend ourselves," Madison says, twisting a lock of her hair around her finger.
"Great. Basement it is." Before Madison could think twice, Brody marched towards the basement, and she followed.
Brody and Madison descend the stairs, their footsteps muffled by the plush carpeting that lines each step. As they reach the bottom, their eyes wi...
2023-07-03 19:01:37 +0000 UTC View Post7/3 -- Zombie Exodus: Side Stories (Brody and Madison) scene 11. ($3+ tiers)
7/5 -- Content Sneak Peek ($3+ tiers)
7/8 -- New story poll. ($10+ tiers)
7/11 -- Zombie Exodus: Safe Haven Artwork poll. ($10+ tiers)
7/13 -- Content Sneak Peek ($1+ tiers)
7/15 -- Zombie Exodus: Side Stories (Brody and Madison) scene 12. ($3+ tiers)
7/18 -- Zombie Exodus: Safe Haven Character Poll ($10+ tiers)
7/20 -- Newsletter. ($1+ tiers)
7/22 -- Content...
2023-07-01 13:01:01 +0000 UTC View PostWhat happens at the junkyard when the MC is away?
The story below makes several assumptions. It is written from the standpoint of the main character as leader of the group. I wrote it in the second person, so it sounds like you are the main character. Certain members of the group have left to go on a scavenging mission with you, the leader. A number of people have left the junkyard, such as Jaime, Rachel, Sean, etc. This is an average day at the junkyard when the main character is away....
2023-06-29 19:32:49 +0000 UTC View PostI am working on a new zombie outbreak game that will not be set in the ZE Universe. This is being cowritten with Mia, and she came with an idea to set the story in a boarding school. You will play as a high school student at Steadbury Academy when the outbreak begins.
The game will have some mechanics similar to ZE:SH. I thought it would be fun to share the challenges we are using for this game. You will see favorites from Safe Haven as well as new ones. Check all of those that appeal t...
2023-06-22 22:57:34 +0000 UTC View PostWelcome to my 69th newsletter! I was sick at the beginning of June and had a minor relapse last week, but I feel better. It was a simple cold and, thankfully, not COVID. This was also the first time I did not wind up in the hospital from a cold. Since I have Muscular Dystrophy, I have weakened respiratory function, and even a common cold can cause huge difficulty. From the moment I felt sick, I worked with my doctor, took antibiotics, and could fight off the infection turning too severe to ha...
2023-06-20 12:00:06 +0000 UTC View PostIf you have been reading my sneak peaks, you will know that I have been including choices from recent missions I'm writing. It's been incredible to use these sneak peaks to understand the choices players would make given the scenario. For that reason, we will continue this month.
In the next scene, you will meet two new characters from Part 4. I won't spoil it for you, but you may or may never see these characters again. However, there are huge implications to meeting them.
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