Welcome to my portfolio!
As a Narrative Designer, I am passionate about creating immersive gaming experiences that challenge players to make meaningful choices and have a lasting impact on them and the industry.
Games have the power to transport us to new worlds, introduce us to new characters, and help us explore complex themes and emotions. Through my work, I aim to craft narratives that not only entertain, but also resonate with players long after they've put down the controller. Whether it's a heart-wrenching decision or a small moment of joy, I strive to create games that leave a lasting impression.
Thank you for visiting my portfolio, and I hope you enjoy exploring my work!
About Me
I’m a storyteller, maker, and lifelong collector of creative obsessions. Originally from New York City, I made the jump across the country to the Pacific Northwest in 2022, trading subway commutes for evergreens, rainy afternoons, and the ideal weather for oversized mugs of tea.
At any given moment, my desk is a vibrant cross-section of my interests: sprawling campaign notes for tabletop games, an ever-expanding hoard of polyhedral dice, cool rocks and minerals found on weekend wanderings, a crochet or knitting project in progress, and a squad of plushies keeping watch. I love high fantasy and sci-fi with my whole heart;The Lord of the Rings will always be my touchstone, along with the quiet reminder that “not all those who wander are lost.”
Storytelling for me takes almost every form imaginable. I’ve been playing Pokémon since I was a kid, still proudly collecting cards and diving into the games. And for nearly eight years, my partner and I have spent countless hours adventuring together across Eorzea in Final Fantasy XIV. When I’m not deep in a game, you’ll usually find me lost in a fantasy novel, crafting detailed costumes for the next Renaissance faire, or sharing keyboard space with two cats who treat my workspace as their personal sunbed.
I’m endlessly curious, drawn to rich worlds and thoughtful details, and happiest when I’m creating things that bring a little more magic, craft, and warmth into the world.
Professional Work
Personal Projects
Writing Portfolio
Creative Writing
"To beeb, or not to beeb. That is the bingus."
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"It was the beebiest of times, it was the worbst of times, it was the age of thonks, it was the age of silliness..."
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"Not all those who wander are lost.
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Non-Fiction
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Poetry
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Misc
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Contact Me
My Information
Location: Beaverton, Oregon USA
Phone (please leave voicemail): (917) 922-7658
Email: ryan.hakius@gmail.com