The XP Log
Daily(ish) entries from a gamer with too many saves and too much to say. Short takes on what I’ve been playing, thinking, and accidentally learning along the way. Some days it’s deep. Some days it’s dumb. All of it’s part of the journey. Daily(ish) because even the most dedicated MMO player skips a daily now and then.
Episodes
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Current Game: Dragon Quest XI Definitive Edition | Fantasy Life i
What happens when your epic journey starts to feel like a glorified fetch quest… for the third time? In today’s XP Log, I reflect on the endless loop of revisiting the same towns, zones, and enemies across the world of Dragon Quest XI. From collecting orbs to gathering materials, I question whether this kind of “global backtracking” still holds up—...
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Current Game: Dragon Quest XI Definitive Edition | Fantasy Life i
What starts as fire—pure momentum, passion, and purpose—can slowly smolder into something harder to carry. In today’s XP Log, Justin reflects on the early-game spark that Dragon Quest XI lit in him… and how that flame’s been fading. From burnout and backlog guilt to balancing side games like Fantasy Life, this episode is a raw look at what it means to...
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Current Game: Dragon Quest XI Definitive Edition
After finally crossing a long-abandoned milestone in Dragon Quest, Justin reflects on the 40 hours he'd already invested in a save file he ultimately left behind. In this introspective episode, he explores the emotional roadblocks of returning to unfinished games, the pressure to see a story through to the end, and whether time spent in a game that’s never...
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Current Game: Dragon Quest XI Definitive Edition
Today’s XP Log is a little shorter, but no less criminal. While playing Dragon Quest XI, I had a moment of reflection: Why do RPG heroes get away with smashing pots, looting dressers, and stealing from NPCs without a second thought? This episode dives into the weird ethics of RPGs, gaming habits we all share, and a little thing I call "virtual kleptomania....
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Current Game: Dragon Quest XI Definitive Edition (Mostly)
Remember that feeling of cracking open a new PlayStation jewel case in the back of a station wagon, peeling off the security sticker, and taking a deep whiff of that "new game smell"? Yeah, that. In today's episode of The XP Log, Justin dives into the allure of new games—fresh mechanics, fast rewards, and uncharted systems—versus the comfort a...
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Current Game: Dragon Quest XI Definitive Edition
Today’s XP Log is less about what I played and more about trying to play at all. Between lunch runs, pickup line chaos, Mario Maker cameos, and surprise life dialogues, I couldn’t stay in the game long enough to enjoy it. So… why did I keep trying? Let’s talk about distracted gaming and that weird place where you’re not sure if you’re having fun—but you’re still p...
SPOILER WARNING! Current Game: Dragon Quest XI Definitive Edition After the fall of Yggdrasil, Dragon Quest XI takes a powerful turn—each party member faces their own personal trial. In this episode, I break down the surprising emotional weight behind Sylvando’s resilience, Jade’s courage, Erik’s sacrifice, and Hendrik’s redemption. These aren’t just cutscenes—they’re lessons. From choosing joy in the face of despair to letting go ...
SPOILER WARNING! Current Game: Dragon Quest XI Definitive Edition Today I hit that moment in Dragon Quest XI—you know, the one where you're suddenly not the luminary anymore. And it got me thinking: why do I struggle to stay invested when the main character gets swapped out? Whether it’s Cloud, Squall, or Shepard, I need my protagonist front and center. So let’s talk about emotional attachment, playable characters, and how our ...
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Current Game: Dragon Quest XI Definitive Edition
Unexpected Dark Plot Twist in Dragon Quest XI - Dragon Quest XI's Mermaid storyline initially presents a seemingly typical love story between a mermaid and a fisherman. - The narrative takes a dark turn, revealing a 50-year-long tragedy involving death, suicide, and unfulfilled love. - The game's lighthearted tone contrasts sharply with the story's somber...
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