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Want to be a part of the next The Quintessential Curios in 2026? We're looking for indie contributors (writing, artwork, and layout) for our creators coalition. Contact us for more info.


Available now on DriveThruRPG - The Quintessential Curios, an eclectic, indie zine. Enjoy 200+ pages of timeless adventures featuring bespoke artwork and cartography from a team of DTRPG bestselling indie creators.


The Quintessential Curios, Issue #1

Also coming Q1 2026 - ARpS, a family-friendly indie tabletop RPG published under the Watch Well Games new creators initiative. Written and created by EZgreen01.

ARpS Anthropomorphic Roleplaying System


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Schlau is a writer, cartographer, long-time GM, and player. He also playtests RPGs. When not making maps, he enjoys listening to audiobooks.

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Watch Well Games founder K.J. is a hobbyist writer and long-time GM. She also playtests and proofreads scenarios. She enjoys eating dark chocolate and playing bass guitar but not simultaneously.

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