Robert Harper-Writer

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October, 2022
RPG, PC, Diablo 4
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About Robert Harper

Robert is a seasoned gamer, writer, and Dungeon Master. He's a proud father of three wild kiddos. He writes for a wide variety of mediums. He publishes on DMsGuild, freelances for card and board games, and works full-time as a UX/Technical Writer in the tech industry.

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An Imperial Cutter with the Empire insignia
Elite Dangerous: How to Farm Empire Rank

Here's how to earn the noble title of King in the Imperial Navy in Elite Dangerous (and the rewards that come with it) as efficiently as possible.

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Elite Dangerous: How to Farm Federation Rank

Follow this guide to earn the illustrious title of Admiral in the Federal Navy (and the rewards that come with it) as efficiently as possible.

A DBX leaving the station.
Elite Dangerous: How To Get a 40ly Jump Range Quick

With some careful optimization and a little exploration, a ship can be outfitted for a 40ly Jump Range in just a couple of hours.

A shot of a surface scanning probe on its way to a planet's surface.
Elite Dangerous: How To Use Road To Riches To Get Rich

Road to Riches is a great way to build up credits early-on and gain Explorer ranks in the process.

The Indomitable posing in front of a near eclipse
Elite Dangerous: Best Fully-Engineered Trade Ship Build

The Indomitable is a sturdy ship build for hauling huge loads of cargo safely over vast distances.

A corvette and anaconda going toe to toe quite literally.
Elite Dangerous: Best Fully-Engineered PvE Combat Ship Build

The Railguard is tuned for cruising through many short engagements against the toughest NPCs in Elite.

An SRV firing into a mining node
Elite Dangerous: How to Prospect Planet Surfaces for Materials

Prospecting can seem intimidating at first in Elite Dangerous, but with a little know-how, commanders can get nearly all their Raw materials this way.

A Krait Phantom hovering in the shadow cast by a small planetoid upon its massive set of rings.
Elite Dangerous: Best Fully-Engineered Exploration Ship Build

The Bubble Buster is a clever ship build that can cover great distances. It’s enjoyable to fly, and it's ready for the unexpected.

a presumably happy character sitting next to a fire
Stoneshard: How to Increase Morale
RPG

In Stoneshard, Morale can't be managed simply by eating or drinking. It has to be managed long-term, but there are a few ways to nudge the numbers.

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Stoneshard: How to Identify items

Identifying magical items is straight-forward in Stoneshard, but having these few things in mind can make all the difference.

The four phases of time in Stoneshard sliced into four segments
Stoneshard: How to Tell Time
RPG

Stoneshard's time system is missing a few parts, but it's a steady heartbeat with just enough urgency to keep the player engaged but not overwhelmed.

Rickerd is humbled but tries his best not to show it.
Stoneshard: How To Complete Captive Emissary Contract
RPG

Learn how best to rescue the "Captive Emissary" from a den of ne-er-do-wells in Stoneshard.

The Epic Games launcher running on Steam Deck.
How to Install Epic Games Launcher on Steam Deck

With a little setup, it's possible to play games from your Epic Games library on Steam Deck.

Archon ascends.
Stoneshard: How to Defeat the First Boss Archon
RPG

Take down Archon, the first boss in Stoneshard, with a little know-how and some clever tricks.

The Innkeeper offers the player a chance to rent a room to save their game.
Stoneshard: How to Save
RPG

Stoneshard invokes a save system that’s equal parts punishing and rewarding. It's unusual, but it lends itself to the immersion and atmosphere.

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