Some People Just Need Killing: A Conversation with Hazel Monforton

This week we talk with Hazel Monforton about her work as a writer on Dishonored 2: Death of the Outsider (Arkane Studios). Hazel is also a PhD candidate at the University of Durham finishing her degree in English Literature. We talk about the process of writing for games, how she came to work with the folks at Arkane, and most importantly lore and the amazing story of Billie Lurk. We keep it spoiler free as possible with the promise of a spoilercast to come!

What We’re Playing:

Dishonored 2: Death of the OutsiderFortniteMaizeStardew Valley

What We're Reading

Crash Override: Zoe QuinnNights of the Circus: Angela CarterReady Player Two: Shira Chess

What We're Drinking

P&G Tips teaSweetwater TripleTail SeasonalCoffee and Red Grapefruit sparkling water

Artist's Note: Our featured image was created in-game by Brittany Adesso (@brittanyadesso). A beautiful tableau created in Dishonored 2.