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Chris Drumm

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Qualifications Bachelor's degree in English writing
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RPG, Strategy, Indie
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About Chris Drumm

Chris Drumm is a lifelong gamer with a BA in English writing and years of experience writing articles and news online. He's played hundreds of games in dozens of genres, enjoyed them all, and put more than a few playthroughs on YouTube under the user name ThreadbareInc.

Proudest Gaming Achievement

Chris created a semi-popular Let's Play of Deus Ex that delved deep into both the game and its themes. Search for "Deus Ex: The Lecture Series" on YouTube to learn more.

Favorite Games

Chris enjoys a wide variety of games from every era of video game history, but some of his personal favorites include the original Deus Ex, Planescape: Torment, Crusader Kings 3, and Baldur's Gate 3.

Favorite Console

The vast majority of Chris' gaming experience has been with the PC, and he's been quite happy to see games both new and old come to the platform.

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Age of Wonders 4 Eldritch Sovereign
Age of Wonders 4: Eldritch Sovereign Guide

The Eldritch Sovereign is a special ruler type added by the Age of Wonders 4 DLC "Eldritch Realms," and it's very different to the other ruler types.

Age of Wonders 4 Affinity Tree
Age of Wonders 4: Affinity Guide

The six affinities are a major game mechanic in Age of Wonders 4, and managing them correctly can mean the difference between success and failure.

Age of Wonders 4 Orc Mystics
Age of Wonders 4: Mystic Schools Guide

The Mystic Update to Age of Wonders 4 added three subgroups to the Mystic culture, leaving many to wonder how exactly each one works.

Age of Wonders 4 Azanya
Age of Wonders 4: How to Gain and Use Thralls

Thralls mostly work like Souls in Age of Wonders 4, but you spend them on a completely different set of resources.

Age of Wonders 4 Item Forge
Age of Wonders 4: How to Craft Items

Added as part of the Golem Update, the Item Forge of Age of Wonders 4 lets you craft custom weapons and equipment fit for any Godir.

Age of Wonders 4 Tharru'Cath
Age of Wonders 4: Tharru'Cath Guide

The first story realm of Age of Wonders 4: Eldritch Realms tosses you straight into the deep end, and you'll have to swim hard to get out.

octopath-traveler-2-every-guild-location
Octopath Traveler 2: Where to Find Every Guild

Every character in Octopath Traveler 2 can have a secondary job, but to unlock them you'll need to find a guild.

Octopath Traveler 2 Map
Octopath Traveler 2: Full Map and Location Guide

While the map in Octopath Traveler 2 is very helpful, you need to find each location before it appears. If it's not, you can use this guide.

Octopath Traveler 2 Victory Screen
Octopath Traveler 2: How to Level Up Fast

Levels are useful in Octopath Traveler 2, but some ways of getting them are more effective than others.

Octopath Traveler 2 Caits Octopuffs
Octopath Traveler 2: A Guide to Caits

Caits and octopuffs are great ways to get experience in Octopath Traveler 2, but first you'll need to find and defeat them.

Octopath Traveler 2 Inventor House
Octopath Traveler 2: Inventor Job Guide

The Inventor is an advanced job in Octopath Traveler 2, and it plays by a different set of rules compared to all the rest.

Crusader Kings 3 Mongol Empire
Crusader Kings 3: How to Found the Mongol Empire

Genghis Khan is a dangerous enemy in Crusader Kings 3, but a player with the right start can take his place and wield his game-breaking powers.

Planet Crafter Skins
The Planet Crafter: How to Find and Wear Different Suits (Skins)

Now that The Planet Crafter has multiplayer, it makes sense that the game should let players find and wear unique outfits.

Planet Crafter Red Falls Biome
The Planet Crafter: How to Reach the Red Falls Biome

The Planet Crafter developers added a Red Falls biome with the Explosive Update, and you'll need to blow up some rocks to reach it.

Crusader Kings 3 Special Buildings
All Special Buildings in Crusader Kings 3 (& How to Build Them)

Special buildings can make a big difference to your economy and development speed in Crusader Kings 3, but you can't build them just anywhere.

Crusader Kings 3 Roman Empire
Crusader Kings 3: How to Form the Roman Empire

The Roman Empire decision in Crusader Kings 3 is unusually powerful, but in exchange it comes with a long list of requirements.

Planet Crafter Fusion Generator Set
The Planet Crafter: How to Build a Fusion Reactor

The best power plant in The Planet Crafter is the fusion reactor, and it uses a special mineral you might not have come across.

Manor Lords Best Upgrade
Manor Lords: Best Burgage Plot Upgrades

Upgrading a Burgage Plot in Manor Lords gives you access to new resources, but not all of them are equally valuable.

Manor Lords Best Layout
Manor Lords: Best Village Layout

While traffic doesn't play a major role in Manor Lords as it does in other city builders, a good layout will mean less walking and more working.

Manor Lords Final Battle
Manor Lords: How to Win the Game (Victory Conditions)

While two of Manor Lords' scenarios end when you build a large town, you'll need to accomplish much more if you want to win "Restoring the Peace."

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