Who TF is Azura?

Hello! I'm Azura (she/her), a Ukrainian transgender game developer and open-source enthusiast currently based in Kyiv. Originally from Siverskodonetsk, I've been passionate about game design and technology since childhood.

I'm currently working on my life's work - Heroes & Villains of Glavinmonde, a fully simulated sandbox MMORPG with deep roleplaying mechanics. The game aims to create a living, breathing world where players can truly inhabit their characters.

Technical Background

I'm a hardcore Linux enthusiast (Arch btw) and advocate for free/libre open source software. My current tech obsessions include:

  • RISC-V architecture and the future of open hardware
  • Decentralized and federated systems
  • Game engine architecture and simulation systems
  • Old-school UNIX philosophy

I believe cloud services are overrated and prefer self-hosted, bare-metal solutions whenever possible.

Personal Note

I'm openly transgender (with medically diagnosed gender dysphoria) and somewhere on the autism spectrum. I'm currently dealing with burnout and mental health challenges, so please bear with me if I'm occasionally erratic or socially awkward.

I'm always open to respectful conversations about gender identity, neurodiversity, or mental health - feel free to reach out if you want to talk.