Introduction
Hello, fellow adventurers! I’m thrilled to welcome you to my corner of the internet. Here, you will find a delightful blend of personal stories, reflections, and, of course, game discussions. Buckle up as we embark on this journey together.
About Me
I’m Charlie, a passionate gamer, storyteller, and explorer. My life has been a colorful tapestry woven with pixels, dice, and heartfelt moments. From childhood escapades to late-night LAN parties, games have been my faithful companions for over 40 years. I play all types of games; video games, board games, card games, role-playing games, etc. I love games and I like to share my experiences with them
Life Chronicles
Level 1: The Early Years
- As a kid, I played outside and created new worlds and structures with my friends.
- My first console? Atari 2600, followed shortly by the NES.
- My first doard game? Candy Land, followed shortly by Monopoly and Trivial Pursuit.
Level 10: The Teenage Quest
- High school brought more NES games, an Apple //c, and Dungeons & Dragons into my life.
- I spent many a summer playing through RPGs with my best friend and created some great memories from that.
- I discovered the magic of storytelling through video games like Final Fantasy, Ultima IV, The Bard’s Tale, and The Legend of Zelda.
Level 20: The College Raid
- My first real PC and with it, came a bunch of games, including Doom!
- I created game worlds and rules on paper, and slowly moved it onto the PC.
- I moved into website design and development for various games, but ended up falling on the AEG iteration of the Legend of the Five Rings CCG.
Game Library
Favorites:
- The Witcher 3: A world where choices matter, and monsters have souls. I spent hundreds of hours in this fantastic game world.
- Ticket to Ride: Trains, strategy, and friendly rivalry.
- Cuba Libre: Counter insurgency at its finest. Fun and interesting card play leads to hard decision making in the second game in a spectacular series of games – the COIN series. COIN = COunter INsurgency.
Current Quests:
- Playing through Granblue Fantasy: Relink on Steam.
- Reading a variety of books – some fantasy, some non-fiction, some motivational.
- Trying to survive the various scenarios of the Wrath of Ashardalon D&D board game…soon to be followed by the rest of the series.
Join the Adventure
Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or a curious wanderer, this blog is your sanctuary. Expect tales of triumphs, epic fails, and musings on life’s grand adventure. So grab a virtual sword, sip your favorite potion, and let’s explore together.
Remember, life is a game, and we’re all players. Let’s roll the dice and see where the journey takes us!
Stay tuned for more quests, reviews, and heartfelt anecdotes. Adventure awaits! 🎮🌟