James Hodes

James Mendez Hodes is a versatile professional based in New York, known for his work as a writer, tabletop role-playing game designer, and classicist. With a unique blend of skills and interests, James has made significant contributions to the gaming industry, particularly in games like 7th Sea, Urban Shadows, Scion, and Fate. Beyond his creative pursuits, he focuses on diversity, representation, and historical elements in both gaming and educational settings. James is also a practiced martial artist, specializing in capoeira angola and Bujinkan budō taijutsu. His academic background includes a Master of Liberal Arts in Eastern classics from St. John's College and a Bachelor of Arts in Religion with minors in Dance and English Literature from Swarthmore College.