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Tag: dungeonsanddragons
How Much Backstory Do I Need For An Adventure?
If you've ready many published adventures, you'll know that designers feel the need to put a lot of backstory into the adventure that has no purpose other than to entertain a reader who doesn't plan on actually running the adventure. I decide on how much backstory I need by deciding how much information the players require to achieve the party's objectives.
The Grumpy Wizard’s Remembrances of the Curmudgeon in the Cellar
Tim Kask had a reputation for being the grand poohbah of curmudgeonly grognards making me the Slightly Abrasive Junior Sorcerer's Apprentice in comparison. Tim Kask was truly authentic in a culture where "authenticity" is most often a performance.
If You Like TTRPG Blogs, Check Out This Map
Elmcat's map of the tabletop RPG blogosphere is an incredible contribution. I am reminded to engage more with other blogs.
Gamehole Con 2025 Report
Gamehole Con was a great time and I look forward to coming back again next year.
Why and How I Connect Adventure Locations To Everything Else In a Sandbox Campaign
The freedom players have in a sandbox campaign creates some challenges for a game master. Players ignore adventure locations you’ve spent hours building. Players can make choices that you don’t expect and don’t have anything prepared to handle. Players who aren't used to sandbox play can be passive. I learned that one way to address …
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Origins 2025 Convention Report
I went to Origins 2025 and had a great time.
Grumpy Wizard 
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