Alanna Linayre
@tybawai.bsky.social
Founder @ ToadhouseGames 🍄
Creating "crunchy wholesome" visual novels about found family and walkable worlds, mostly because I want to live in them.
Creating "crunchy wholesome" visual novels about found family and walkable worlds, mostly because I want to live in them.
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Alanna Linayre
@tybawai.bsky.social
· Aug 1
Very me: Today I found my high school purse. I couldn't afford band patches, so I embroidered them on. I used concert tickets to create little pockets. And the bag itself I bought at an army surplus shop.
The phone holder carried a Nokia, at least until I saved up for a purple razor 💜
The phone holder carried a Nokia, at least until I saved up for a purple razor 💜
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Calling all NYC artists — painters, filmmakers, poets, musicians and more! Did you know our city provides grants to support your work every year?
And this year, we're DOUBLING the amount — from $5,000 up to $10,000 per artist!
Deadlines are approaching fast — apply today at nyc.gov/artistgrants.
And this year, we're DOUBLING the amount — from $5,000 up to $10,000 per artist!
Deadlines are approaching fast — apply today at nyc.gov/artistgrants.
October 2, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Calling all NYC artists — painters, filmmakers, poets, musicians and more! Did you know our city provides grants to support your work every year?
And this year, we're DOUBLING the amount — from $5,000 up to $10,000 per artist!
Deadlines are approaching fast — apply today at nyc.gov/artistgrants.
And this year, we're DOUBLING the amount — from $5,000 up to $10,000 per artist!
Deadlines are approaching fast — apply today at nyc.gov/artistgrants.
If you ever need advice, listen to a Spice Girl song. They have some solid advice in those lyrics.
And if you think it doesn't apply to your situation, then just trust it, use it, prove it, groove it, and show me how good you are at applying abstract concepts to your life.
And if you think it doesn't apply to your situation, then just trust it, use it, prove it, groove it, and show me how good you are at applying abstract concepts to your life.
October 1, 2026 at 1:50 PM
If you ever need advice, listen to a Spice Girl song. They have some solid advice in those lyrics.
And if you think it doesn't apply to your situation, then just trust it, use it, prove it, groove it, and show me how good you are at applying abstract concepts to your life.
And if you think it doesn't apply to your situation, then just trust it, use it, prove it, groove it, and show me how good you are at applying abstract concepts to your life.
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Wanted to make a small thread about my journey over the past couple years not working games media. Maybe it'll help people who are struggling with finding work.
But the TL;DR: Do it. Find work outside games. Games will be here if you want to come back.
But the TL;DR: Do it. Find work outside games. Games will be here if you want to come back.
September 16, 2026 at 4:16 PM
Wanted to make a small thread about my journey over the past couple years not working games media. Maybe it'll help people who are struggling with finding work.
But the TL;DR: Do it. Find work outside games. Games will be here if you want to come back.
But the TL;DR: Do it. Find work outside games. Games will be here if you want to come back.
I'm posting for your opinions, thoughts, and insight.
I don't know how to use the Internet anymore. Posting feels like opening yourself up for people's worst interpretation of your thoughts. Most of the stuff I see is negative/aggressive.
What is the Internet used for, aside selling stuff?
I don't know how to use the Internet anymore. Posting feels like opening yourself up for people's worst interpretation of your thoughts. Most of the stuff I see is negative/aggressive.
What is the Internet used for, aside selling stuff?
September 16, 2026 at 8:31 PM
I'm posting for your opinions, thoughts, and insight.
I don't know how to use the Internet anymore. Posting feels like opening yourself up for people's worst interpretation of your thoughts. Most of the stuff I see is negative/aggressive.
What is the Internet used for, aside selling stuff?
I don't know how to use the Internet anymore. Posting feels like opening yourself up for people's worst interpretation of your thoughts. Most of the stuff I see is negative/aggressive.
What is the Internet used for, aside selling stuff?
I'm relating to Istanbul by They Might Be Giants the way some people relate to Taylor Swift songs.
And yes, there was sobbing of "This song just gets me" if you must know.
And yes, there was sobbing of "This song just gets me" if you must know.
August 23, 2026 at 7:29 AM
I'm relating to Istanbul by They Might Be Giants the way some people relate to Taylor Swift songs.
And yes, there was sobbing of "This song just gets me" if you must know.
And yes, there was sobbing of "This song just gets me" if you must know.
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I'm so proud of this. First sewing project in a while
Kid wanted to be a Mickey Mouse Three Musketeer.
Kid wanted to be a Mickey Mouse Three Musketeer.
August 15, 2026 at 11:01 PM
I'm so proud of this. First sewing project in a while
Kid wanted to be a Mickey Mouse Three Musketeer.
Kid wanted to be a Mickey Mouse Three Musketeer.
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SKA IS A THREAT TO NATIONAL SECURITY
August 12, 2026 at 7:03 PM
SKA IS A THREAT TO NATIONAL SECURITY
I've been having so much fun playing LoZ: Echoes of Wisdom
Borrowed it from the library on a whim and it's delightful. Highly recommend. Perfect for summer vacation. 🌞
Borrowed it from the library on a whim and it's delightful. Highly recommend. Perfect for summer vacation. 🌞
August 15, 2026 at 8:23 PM
I've been having so much fun playing LoZ: Echoes of Wisdom
Borrowed it from the library on a whim and it's delightful. Highly recommend. Perfect for summer vacation. 🌞
Borrowed it from the library on a whim and it's delightful. Highly recommend. Perfect for summer vacation. 🌞
@nicolecarpenter.bsky.social I was in a stationery shop today and they had wax stamps for letters and there was one with a sweet potato on it! I thought of you 😁 Had to tell you lol I hope you have a great weekend
August 15, 2026 at 5:44 AM
@nicolecarpenter.bsky.social I was in a stationery shop today and they had wax stamps for letters and there was one with a sweet potato on it! I thought of you 😁 Had to tell you lol I hope you have a great weekend
I can't tell if the GDC pricing right now feels reasonable bc they've lowered the price or bc every grocery shop trip is more expensive than the last so money doesn't make sense to me anymore.
I like what they are introducing this year. Bummed I'm missing out, but planning for 2028.
I like what they are introducing this year. Bummed I'm missing out, but planning for 2028.
August 15, 2026 at 5:36 AM
I can't tell if the GDC pricing right now feels reasonable bc they've lowered the price or bc every grocery shop trip is more expensive than the last so money doesn't make sense to me anymore.
I like what they are introducing this year. Bummed I'm missing out, but planning for 2028.
I like what they are introducing this year. Bummed I'm missing out, but planning for 2028.
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We're looking for people interested in hosting a Game Club in their area (like a book club, but for video games).
If this is something you might be interested in, follow this link to throw your hat into the ring, I appreciate it - bit.ly/thegameclub_...
If this is something you might be interested in, follow this link to throw your hat into the ring, I appreciate it - bit.ly/thegameclub_...
August 11, 2026 at 2:16 AM
We're looking for people interested in hosting a Game Club in their area (like a book club, but for video games).
If this is something you might be interested in, follow this link to throw your hat into the ring, I appreciate it - bit.ly/thegameclub_...
If this is something you might be interested in, follow this link to throw your hat into the ring, I appreciate it - bit.ly/thegameclub_...
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I made a 35-minute documentary short film called Building A Village that's now finally out.
The film shows community group Clann&Co (née Derry Meet Ups) over the last two years and talks of the need and importance of community and connection in 2026.
Watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mnD...
The film shows community group Clann&Co (née Derry Meet Ups) over the last two years and talks of the need and importance of community and connection in 2026.
Watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mnD...
May 6, 2026 at 11:43 AM
I made a 35-minute documentary short film called Building A Village that's now finally out.
The film shows community group Clann&Co (née Derry Meet Ups) over the last two years and talks of the need and importance of community and connection in 2026.
Watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mnD...
The film shows community group Clann&Co (née Derry Meet Ups) over the last two years and talks of the need and importance of community and connection in 2026.
Watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mnD...
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August 10, 2026 at 2:31 PM
I live near Paterson, NJ. Once a season, multiple times a year, I don't have water.
I'm so frustrated with how often this happens. Water should not be a concern in a rich country like the USA.
(I currently don't have water. I'm so so frustrated.)
I'm so frustrated with how often this happens. Water should not be a concern in a rich country like the USA.
(I currently don't have water. I'm so so frustrated.)
August 10, 2026 at 2:32 PM
I live near Paterson, NJ. Once a season, multiple times a year, I don't have water.
I'm so frustrated with how often this happens. Water should not be a concern in a rich country like the USA.
(I currently don't have water. I'm so so frustrated.)
I'm so frustrated with how often this happens. Water should not be a concern in a rich country like the USA.
(I currently don't have water. I'm so so frustrated.)
Very me: Today I found my high school purse. I couldn't afford band patches, so I embroidered them on. I used concert tickets to create little pockets. And the bag itself I bought at an army surplus shop.
The phone holder carried a Nokia, at least until I saved up for a purple razor 💜
The phone holder carried a Nokia, at least until I saved up for a purple razor 💜
August 1, 2026 at 6:08 AM
Very me: Today I found my high school purse. I couldn't afford band patches, so I embroidered them on. I used concert tickets to create little pockets. And the bag itself I bought at an army surplus shop.
The phone holder carried a Nokia, at least until I saved up for a purple razor 💜
The phone holder carried a Nokia, at least until I saved up for a purple razor 💜
Thanks, Mamdani 😁
NBA champsss
NBA champsss
June 14, 2026 at 3:32 AM
Thanks, Mamdani 😁
NBA champsss
NBA champsss
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Ahh I got an update on when my contract is ending ( I was unsure ^^; ) and it looks like I'll be available from September! So if anyone needs any UI art/design, concept art or 2D asset type stuff from then hit me up 🫡
May 12, 2026 at 1:10 AM
Ahh I got an update on when my contract is ending ( I was unsure ^^; ) and it looks like I'll be available from September! So if anyone needs any UI art/design, concept art or 2D asset type stuff from then hit me up 🫡
I dress like I'm in a JRPG and I'm focusing on stats over aesthetic. Always have, always will.
You could try to hurt me with your judgement but...
You could try to hurt me with your judgement but...
May 11, 2026 at 2:07 AM
I dress like I'm in a JRPG and I'm focusing on stats over aesthetic. Always have, always will.
You could try to hurt me with your judgement but...
You could try to hurt me with your judgement but...
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We are excited to say The Sacred Acorn is part of the ANZ Indie Showcase, to celebrate the game is going to be 40% off on all storefronts from May 8th #indiegame #gamesale
April 28, 2026 at 3:01 AM
We are excited to say The Sacred Acorn is part of the ANZ Indie Showcase, to celebrate the game is going to be 40% off on all storefronts from May 8th #indiegame #gamesale
Some of my favorite games are on streetpass. I miss you, Streetpass, esp at major events and on the subway.
April 19, 2026 at 3:17 AM
Some of my favorite games are on streetpass. I miss you, Streetpass, esp at major events and on the subway.
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Child: I know your name. Mamdani.
Obama: What’s his first name?
Child: Mayor.
Obama: What’s his first name?
Child: Mayor.
April 18, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Child: I know your name. Mamdani.
Obama: What’s his first name?
Child: Mayor.
Obama: What’s his first name?
Child: Mayor.
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I highly recommend that everyone follow artists. If you do, your feed is filled with art every day. Real, original art. It's bonkers that you can even have this. Amazing. Undeniably cool.
And then support those artists, when you can, because that helps the delight continue.
And then support those artists, when you can, because that helps the delight continue.
April 8, 2026 at 6:31 AM
I highly recommend that everyone follow artists. If you do, your feed is filled with art every day. Real, original art. It's bonkers that you can even have this. Amazing. Undeniably cool.
And then support those artists, when you can, because that helps the delight continue.
And then support those artists, when you can, because that helps the delight continue.