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(When) is it OK to TPK?
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(When) is it OK to TPK?

December 12, 2020 Tom

Character death is part of the stakes of a lot of our games. It keeps us on our toes as players. Hitpoints or harm are often one of the resources players have to manage. There can be a great deal of drama – and satisfaction – in epic battles against overwhelming odds, even if we lose.

Creating Dynamic RPG Plots from Plot Elements
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Creating Dynamic RPG Plots from Plot Elements

November 27, 2020 Tom

The elements in the grid and whether they are in the spotlight tells me where to focus my planning; I can draft up a couple of NPCs and a list of potential stat blocks for the Antagonists, and maps etc. for any Places I might need in the next couple of sessions. If it’s not likely to be relevant now or soon then don’t plan it! But do it in a way that can be reused in case it doesn’t become relevant immediately.

Creating Dynamic RPG Plots from Plot Elements
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Creating Dynamic RPG Plots from Plot Elements

November 27, 2020 Tom

The elements in the grid and whether they are in the spotlight tells me where to focus my planning; I can draft up a couple of NPCs and a list of potential stat blocks for the Antagonists, and maps etc. for any Places I might need in the next couple of sessions. If it’s not likely to be relevant now or soon then don’t plan it! But do it in a way that can be reused in case it doesn’t become relevant immediately.