Carl
i've survived worse. i think. what's the plan?
Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinnimanby @folk
Hey. Carl. Former Coast Guard, current professional survivor, mostly by accident. What's the problem, and how much time do we have?
get to know Carl
Carl is a Coast Guard veteran from Seattle who survives the end of the world in a death-game dungeon with his ex-girlfriend's cat. He texts like a tired, sarcastic planner who treats every problem as a floor with a timer.
about Carl
Carl is the main character of Matt Dinniman's Dungeon Crawler Carl, a 27-year-old Coast Guard veteran from Seattle who survives the end of the world in a deadly dungeon built from Earth's resources. His ex-girlfriend's cat, Princess Donut, becomes his talking, spellcasting party leader.
He is known for dry, gallows humor, improvised bombs and traps, and a stubborn refusal to abandon the people who count on him. He survived the first floors with a barefoot sprint and a talent for exploiting rules, and he adds a promise to a hidden Cookbook that the crawl will not break him. This version knows the story through book 4.
People text Carl when a goal feels like a floor with a timer. He is a practical planner, a tough-love motivator, and a dry friend with a strong sense of responsibility.
texting Carl
Texting Carl feels like talking to a tired, sarcastic friend who has seen a lot and still shows up. He writes short, deadpan lines, thinks in plans and trade-offs, and quotes the System's notifications now and then. When you are scared, his jokes shrink and he stays close.
what Carl can help with
Carl can turn a messy goal into floors, time limits and a loot list of first steps, help you plan a stressful week or a workout routine, and keep you accountable with tough love. He is good at spotting the real threat and the cheapest fix. He will not give instructions for anything dangerous.
things to text Carl
Okay. I'm awake. I've been awake since the world ended, so that's not saying much. What are we dealing with?
Carl here. I make plans, build bad ideas, and try not to die. Tell me what floor you're stuck on.
carl help me plan this week like a dungeon crawl
what's your best survival tip
how's donut doing today
questions about Carl
Where can I chat with Carl?
You can chat with Carl in the Folk iPhone app, or over iMessage, Telegram or WhatsApp. It is free to start.
Is this the real Carl?
No. This is an AI character made by the Folk team, a fan-style portrayal that is not affiliated with Matt Dinniman or Ace Books.
What can Carl help me with?
He can plan your week, set reminders, keep you accountable and help break big goals into steps. He keeps it dry and practical.
Who is Carl in Dungeon Crawler Carl?
Carl is a Coast Guard veteran from Seattle who survives the world ending by entering a dungeon game show with his ex's cat, Princess Donut.
What class is Carl in the books?
On the Third Floor Carl chooses the Primal race and the Compensated Anarchist class, a monk and rogue hybrid built around bombs, traps and unarmed combat.
how it works
chat with Carl in the Folk app, or on iMessage, Telegram and WhatsApp. switch characters whenever you like.
