About Hoodwink.
I'm Josiah, and I created Hoodwink Games for all the socially awkward dreamers—like me. We're a generation of storytellers who are too busy to be heroes. We're chronically lonely, distracted, and tired.
Roleplaying games bring people together through shared storytelling, collaborative problem solving, and self-expression. But these games are notoriously complex and cost prohibitive. So I set out to create approachable, exciting games young adults can use to go on adventures together become heroes after class, after work, or while the baby is (finally) sleeping.
It's your excuse to finally invite your coworkers over, hang out with your classmates, or get to know the folks living nextdoor. So what are you waiting for?
Meet the Team.
Hoodwink Games is my passion project, but I'm blessed to work with some amazing people. When I write "we" do something—I'm generally to my lovely wife Kendal, the talented illustrator Ryan, or the inventive writer Emilee. Or to our more than 600 players around the world!
Kendal Mork
Editor
Emilee Thompson Harmon
Author
Ryan Thompson Harmon
Illustrator
But Why Christian?
People tell me 'I love your idea, but why do you have to put your faith in it?' It's a fair question, especially since modern Christianity rubs a lot of people the wrong way. And that's so valid.
But real Christianity is relational. It is deep, loving connection between people and God. 1 John 4:7 tells us, " Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God..." The loneliness, depression, and isolation we feel is from a lack of godly care in culture. And without genuine, God-given relationality, what is a game but another distraction?
You don't have to be a Christian to enjoy Hoodwink's games. But if you want to really connect with the people around you, you do need to share the values that Christ models—patience, courage, humility, and truth. Relating with others is a much more complex thing than empty acceptance and ambivalent politeness. Relating means patient listening, accepting correction humbly, and boldness to gently correct. Those are best models by Christ, so we keep Christ at the center and always encourage our players to seek him.
