Kevin Blades (Operation: Puppet) 🇨🇦🏳️🌈
@kevinblades.com
Owner of Operation: Puppet. Professional puppet builder, amateur performer, really amateur podcaster, relapsed goth and maker of fun media.
I will absolutely take credit for @warframe.com putting that description into the game. 🤣 And to those who don't know, yes, she is a fully functional Bluetooth speaker; and, yes, that is how you charge the batteries. (No, she didn't really meow when I plugged the power cord in.)
What's the German word for deciding to just write a quick Bash script to update the #PeerTube server with one command and then discovering you did that months ago and just forgot and have been still doing it manually this whole time?
I’ve been a bit of a canary in a coal mine for stuff like this and I said a while ago I expect the #AI backlash to grow and anyone leaning into that can find a market. futurism.com/artificial-i...
DuckDuckGo Is Selling Anti Pervert Glasses That Contain Zero AI, Cameras, or Even Electronics Whatsoever
Google alternative DuckDuckGo has come up with a pair of plastic, non-pervert glasses in response to Meta's controversial smart glasses.
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Reminder that my #Warframe clan is actively recruiting! youtu.be/gQnKYHTBRDc
Join the Warframe Clan! (TennoCon Version)
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Plans are now *officially* underway for next year's #TennoCon cosplay, including already reserving a much nicer room closer to the venue(s). Cross your fingers I'll be able to go and get a ticket.
I'm proud to be a small part of #TheGamersTavern, a welcoming, inclusive and #Fediverse focused space for cool people to hang out. Now with a fancy new landing page: home.gamerstavern.online
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The Gamers' Tavern is a cosy and welcoing gaming community who talk all things tech, Linux, FOSS and of course, gaming.
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The bad news is Cephalon Frankie seems to be malfunctioning so we need to postpose today's Church of #Warframe stream. The good news is tomorrow is a holiday so we have another shot. Perhaps an inaugural #Soulframe stream? Stay tuned!
Just before the RAM crisis I did some upgrades and used the leftover bits to make a living room gaming PC. Been using it more lately and it’s lovely. Best console I’ve ever had, thanks to @bazzite.gg #linux #linuxgaming
Had a bit of a slug day after a super busy yesterday but I did just finish writing the next Oracle episode. In my head at least. That’s literally the hardest part, should be a new episode soon.
#podcast wanters, be satiated! We talk #Odyssey, retro #gaming handhelds, #Soulframe, #Warframe and of course #puppets! Search Pixels and Puppets where you get your podcasts or at this direct link: shows.acast.com/pixels-and-p...
Pixels and Puppets S04E15: Oak in the North | Pixels and Puppets
The very idea!
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Just guested on @heykiddopod.bsky.social podcast. Will post a link when it goes up. Good lord I can talk. Those poor kids. #Warframe
Two new #puppets now up for adoption! Who says humans are boring? Video on the direct shop at www.operationpuppet.com/my-direct-sh... #smallbusiness #artist
Got *two* podcasts scheduled tomorrow so I pushed myself and got these both done in 4 days. Whew! Coming soon for adoption at www.operationpuppet.com #puppets #smallbusiness #artist
Telling someone they “can’t avoid” #AI so they might as well use it is like telling someone they can’t avoid harmful bacteria so they might as well drink this cup of raw sewage.
As an old person let me say: that thing you’ve always dreamed of doing but were too scared to start? Do it. Start now. One day it WILL be too late. Use that fear to motivate you instead of stop you.
As triple A #gaming collapses and the dinosaurs look up at the comet named GTA, it’s no accident that indies, #Warframe and #GuildWars are having a moment & thriving. Turns out being both ethical and weird are good for sustainability.
Aside from the quality argument, what do pro- #AI bros actually want us to do? Lie down and just accept it? Stop criticizing an obvious grift that’s deeply effecting the livelihoods of thousands? People are literally fighting for their lives. There’s no way we aren’t going to fight.
Your occasional reminder that this chap is looking for part time work to supplement my home business that has been impacted by the economy. Experience in all #media production and front end webdev. Local to #Toronto, remote fine too. Landing site, please share: kevinblades.com #hiring #jobhunting
Kevin Blades - Media and Video Production, Project Management, Prop & Puppet Building
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Don't worry Tenno. Ordis is the best babysistter.
Cephalon Frankie leads the services on the Sunday morning Church of #Warframe! #Twitch www.twitch.tv/operationpup...
OperationPuppet - Live on Twitch
Cephalon Frankie leads the services on the Sunday morning Church of #Warframe! | Streaming warframe.
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Saw the #Hadestown film tonight. I’m not usually a Broadway musical appreciator but when it’s filled with hot trad Jazz and anti-Capitalist politics, I’m there for it.
What's the opposite of #AI slop? This. The. Animation. Frames. Are. EMBROIDERED. So refreshing to see people still valuing making real things by hand. Puppet builder approved, cc @evanavratilova.bsky.social store.steampowered.com/app/1553260/...
Save 10% on Scarlet Deer Inn on Steam
An embroidered dark medieval folk tale. While life in a seemingly ordinary village is all about simple chores and idle gossip, sinister secrets hide below.
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Sick of centrists claiming “but #AI is useful” in specific instances that require ignoring *everything else* around it. A good thread by a game dev about why to avoid it, with the ethics last: bsky.app/profile/dcfe...
Daniel Fedor@dcfedor.bsky.social · 2w agoBlue Bottle Games, as a policy, does not use generative AI. It's something we've discussed as a team, weighing the pros and cons, and ultimately, we decided it was not for us. Recently, while chatting with a colleague, she mentioned it was useful hearing our reasoning. So: Sharing time! 1/12
People like to bemoan “forever games” but as someone living below the poverty line I can tell you I’m thankful to have a couple of games I love that I can play endlessly. #hottake
Gamers: #fashion can be endgame in real life, too. And just as much fun.
New live hands monster #puppet now available for adoption! Styled fur, carved foam tongue, custom 3d printed eyes & mouthplate. #puppetbuilding #smallbusiness #artist www.operationpuppet.com
