Last time we went over the pros and cons of multi-table events and what the types of challenges and rewards that they might offer a GMs and players. For today, I thought we might go over some different types...
For the first Behind the Screens article of 2017, I thought I might start us off with a closer look at that rarest of game-type, the multi-table event. If you’ve had the opportunity to go to GenCon and secured...
Happy 2nd official day of Winter! We’ve short days and long nights complete with sub-zero temperatures here in the northeastern United States. With this being the last Behind the Screens of 2016, I thought it might be a good time...
Managing a roleplaying game can sometimes feel like an overwhelming multi-tasked nightmare. From prep work like outlining a campaign or balancing encounters to in-game tasks like combat tracking and roleplaying multiple NPCs, there’s no shortage of jobs that a GM needs to...
There won’t be a usual Behind the Screens this week due to Anthony’s holiday arrangements. Take care, everyone! Have a safe and happy holiday!
There are all types of games for all types of gaming groups. They range from grim-dark, gritty, realism to swashbuckling high adventure in fantastic realities and landscapes. I’ve found, much to my chagrin, that players tend to prefer the...
One of the persistent challenges faced by GMs everywhere is the constant struggle to get your group to do something you want them to. You’ve planned out an elaborate series encounters but your players decide not to go in that direction....
I had a question come in from a reader asking how proficient with the rules he should be before taking a seat behind the GM screen. How long did it take me to master the rules? How did I...
Also known as, “No, Jeremy, that’s a ridiculous idea and it’ll never work.” A Case Study. Warning this article contains the following: Rise of the Runelord Spoilers Math the wild ravings of a spiteful GM Have you ever been that kind of situation?...
Today’s blog post is less a piece of advice and more an RPG-related experience that I wanted to share. It happened over the weekend. And it reminded me of why I love this game so much. This story begins,...