Category: Role Playing
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Introductory RPG – RPGaDay 2022
The question is: What is a great introductory RPG? The simplest and less obvious answer would be any game run by a considerate and inclusive individual open to introducing you to tabletop roleplaying games. Honestly, I think that that’s the best approach, as it can be something of an overwhelming experience to hit the table…
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Introduction for Others – RPGaDay 2022
The question is: Who would you like to introduce to RPGs? Anybody, really. I have spent the last 15 years or so running games at conventions as a way to introduce people to new games. But I have also taken up the opportunities to introduce my kids, friends spouses, and work colleagues — anyone who is…
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Alien
Free League have turned their Year Zero Engine to the business of making an Alien roleplaying game. Now, I love the Alien series of movies. Well, OK… I love the first three. Which is good, because the timeline of the RPG encompasses that period. On the other hand, I have an uneasy relationship with the…
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minimal Explosion
For me, creating minimald6 versions of things seems to be a fine way of de-stressing and getting some creative juices running. I think it has something to do with the simplicity of the starting point and the challenge of emulation. There’s little point in creating something that doesn’t feel right. Davokar came out of a…