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11 Nov 2025
The mind-boggling ability of AI tools to magic up an audio overview of my (still unpublished) metaphysical fantasy novel is frighteningly cool. It's basically a podcast generator.
Now how do I teach it to avoid spoilers?
#NotebookLM #FantasyWIP #AIPodcast #WritingCommunity
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Perhaps for no one's amusement but my own, I've now introduced procedurally generated backstories for every officer.
My chief engineer has an amusing bio.
Shame she's a disloyal racist I should probably eject.
eve-crews.com/
#EVEOnline #EVECrews #vibecoding
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Jun 14
The 1st hours of a new player's #EVEOnline experience is engaging & cinematic.
In contrast to former lead designer CCP's Soundwave's lament about EVE's learning cliff ("Here's a Rubik's Cube, go f#*% yourself!"), it's also polished & accessible.
youtube.com/live/OUwQEtC6GnM
Jun 14
I'm considering jumping onto an impromptu livestream to see what the #EVEOnline new player experience is like these days & how #EVECrews might complement it.
The wife & kids are out, so I've got a window for a few hours.
youtube.com/@MatWesthorpe/st…
twitch.tv/freebooted
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Jun 14
EVE Online's New Player Experience for a Returning Veteran (with added #EVECrews)
youtube.com/live/OUwQEtC6GnM… via @YouTube
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Jun 14
I'm considering jumping onto an impromptu livestream to see what the #EVEOnline new player experience is like these days & how #EVECrews might complement it.
The wife & kids are out, so I've got a window for a few hours.
youtube.com/@MatWesthorpe/st…
twitch.tv/freebooted
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Jun 11
Are printer makers in an arms race to make their product UX obtuse?
I've replaced my infuriating Epson inkjet with a @Brother_UK printer & I'm close to returning it.
Cryptic docs, myriad installs, won't print via browser/cloud without awful extra apps & steps.
PnP it is not.
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Jun 9
My lava planet is in trouble.
Population morale is down, the Minmatar population is agitated, my Extraction Lead is obsessive & my Processing Chief is an addict.
I bet Vader never had these problems on Mustafar. ;)
#EVECrews #EVEColonies #EVEOnline
eve-crews.com/
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Jun 8
This could be my jam.
Jun 8
I’m starting work again on the new Eve Squadrons dice game today, looking at a Q1 crowdfunding launch. Looking forward to bringing another quality game to everyone #tweetfleet #eveonline
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Jun 5
It's disappointing that @AmazonMGMStudio canned new Stargate.
It DID have broad appeal. I get I'm the core audience, but my late parents loved it, & I'd have loved a jump-on point for my 'old TV is rubbish' tweenage kids.
Revive Stargate, Sign here: c.org/DVDTyzyNmc
Sadly, it's true. Amazon has elected not to move forward with the new Stargate series.
There's not much I can add beyond confirming what's happened. But I will say this...
Creator Martin Gero developed a new Stargate series over two years, ultimately crafting a show that offered a fresh jumping-on point for new viewers while deeply respecting existing canon. It was a series that avoided the pitfalls of several modern remakes and reboots by fully embracing the core of its predecessors: action, adventure, exploration, wonder, heart, humor, and found family. And based on that creative vision, the new Stargate series was greenlit in November of 2025.
As of today, officially, that original vision is no more. We'll never get the opportunity to introduce you to that world and those characters - or reintroduce you to, and check in with, some familiar faces from the past.
My heart breaks. For the incredibly talented writers who worked tirelessly to bring this show to life. For Martin who maintained an unwavering positive outlook throughout despite the challenges, and who always strove to make a show that would honor the fans while welcoming a new audiences. And for the long-suffering Stargate fandom who waited so long and came so close to getting a show they truly would have loved.
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Jun 4
Bringing the human cost of running your @EveOnline
empire into focus a little more.
Now your #EVECrews can visit #EVEColonies.
#tweetfleet
eve-crews.com
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Jun 1
Idly scoping out ideas for #EVEColonies as a companion app for #EVECrews, the companion app for @EveOnline (which is now the companion app for Google DeepMind).
#vibecode Inception anyone? ;)
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Mat Westhorpe retweeted
May 25
Three returning capsuleers have already shared their stories with me. I want yours next!
Survey for anyone who came back to #EVEOnline after a long break — 2 years, 5 or 15. Answers compiled into one big-picture piece - IF I have enough responses.
#tweetfleet || REPOST & SHARE!
May 20
Played from 2004 till 2011
15 years away from @eveonline.
Then one day, the launcher again.
If that sounds familiar, I want your story.
Anonymous Q&A for returning capsuleers, compiled into one big-picture piece on why we come back.
#tweetfleet #eveonline
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
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May 24
I've just posted an update summary of the last week's #EVECrews changelog on the EVE-O forum thread.
Highlights include:
- Decision Impact Panel
- Commissioning Screen Rebuild
- Recruitment Hub Redesign
- Crew & Bridge Tab Polish
#eveonline
forums.eveonline.com/t/eve-c…
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May 24
'It's literally going to be a bloodbath!'
Recruiting Blood Raider zealots to run your medbay is unwise.
#EVECrews #EVEOnline
Hiring Pirates Was A Mistake twitch.tv/freebooted/clip/Sa…
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May 23
Livestreaming happened for 3.5 hours. I have a newfound respect for people who do this for a living - my throat is hoarse & my neck aches.
I enjoyed answering questions about #EVECrews & AI tools used. I'll clip some best bits tomorrow.
Nice to catch up with @WTF_Scatha too. :)
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May 24
Some screencaps of #EVECrews working alongside #EVEOnline, showing:
- Crew recruitment
- Bridge functions
- Command Commissioning (startup)
- Officer Academy
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May 23
Live very soon. #EVECrews #livestream
May 23
I'll be livestreaming #EVECrews tonight from 21:00 (EVE/UTC).
Really, it'll be an unashamed appreciation of #EVEOnline's art design & lore.
Join me on Twitch or YouTube as I ramble into the void about spaceships & #vibecoding.
twitch.tv/freebooted
youtube.com/live/SAB8D7tBkKY
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May 23
I'll be livestreaming #EVECrews tonight from 21:00 (EVE/UTC).
Really, it'll be an unashamed appreciation of #EVEOnline's art design & lore.
Join me on Twitch or YouTube as I ramble into the void about spaceships & #vibecoding.
twitch.tv/freebooted
youtube.com/live/SAB8D7tBkKY
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May 22
EVE Crews is an AI-assisted passion project that injects bridge officer and crew activity straight into your #EVEOnline experience.
Read more about it here.
#EVECrews #vibecoding
mathewwesthorpe.substack.com…
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May 20
I once gave a speech about the value of video game communities - as seen in my avatar - likening them to modern-day church congregations.
I'm sure that's the secret sauce of @FenrisCreations success, & the findings of CK's survey of returning players will be a good read.
May 20
Played from 2004 till 2011
15 years away from @eveonline.
Then one day, the launcher again.
If that sounds familiar, I want your story.
Anonymous Q&A for returning capsuleers, compiled into one big-picture piece on why we come back.
#tweetfleet #eveonline
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
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