About Me

Hello! My name is Paul Piorkowski and I am a 21-year-old student at Albertus Magnus College, class of 2026. I’m majoring in Game and Computer Arts, am part of the honors program, and have made dean’s list in three out of the four semesters I’ve completed so far.

NSFAQ(Not-So-Frequently Asked Questions):

- What made you decide to start this blog?

It was a requirement for my Writing for Interactive Media class.

- Do you plan to keep this blog going after your class ends?

Nope.

- What are your hobbies?

I’m an active Magic: the Gathering player who also enjoys Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer 40,000, and Call of Cthulhu. I also enjoy music (specifically metal and Americana), and play guitar, banjo, and do vocals. Additionally, I have a passion for 19th century American history and express that through coin collecting. 

-What is your future career plan?

After college I hope to work as a game designer for Wizards of the Coast.

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