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Designing from Bones – The Elements of Culture

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to my weekly series, Designing from Bones, where we use archaeology and the artifacts of human history to find and design stories. Join me today as we explore the history and lessons of a Eurasian cultural hub, Cyprus. Today, … Continue reading →

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The Undeciphered Grimoire

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to my weekly series “Designing from Bones”, where we use archaeology and the artifacts of human history to find and design stories. Join me today as we search the pages and history of a rare and undecipherable text, the … Continue reading →

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Heaven’s Sword and Sinners Gold

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to my weekly series “Designing from Bones”, where we use archaeology and the artifacts of human history to find and design stories. Join me today as we seek out two lost treasures and unveil the story potential they hold. … Continue reading →

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Devourer, Myth and Nightmare

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Gene Lempp

Welcome to my weekly series “Designing from Bones”, using archaeology and the artifacts of human history to find and design stories. Join me today as we visit a lethal servant of the Egyptian God Anubis and two vile creatures woven … Continue reading →

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Tunnel of the Dead

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Gene Lempp

Important Update! Welcome to my weekly series “Designing from Bones”, using archaeology and the artifacts of human history to find and design stories. This week we will take a tour through the darkened recesses of three ancient tunnels in search … Continue reading →