Voices–A Tip for Dungeons Masters
Voices and accents can do a lot to create a more vibrant game world and interesting characters. That doesn’t mean you need to use them in your game, but in mine, I find they create deeper immersion for the players …
Impossible Tasks–A Tip for Dungeon Masters
There will come at time as a DM that a player will want to attempt something that is utterly impossible. Maybe it is dive to the bottom of the ocean just by holding their breath, or carry that dead dragon …
Playing Wrong—A Tip for Dungeon Masters
“You’re playing wrong.” Everyone will hear that at some point or another in their gaming life. Someone will come along and question how you run your game—it just comes with the territory. But, here’s the thing: the only thing wrong …
Get the COVID-19 vaccine, play in events
Back in August 2020, we announced that our stores would re-open for in-person shopping. The core philosophy behind that decision can be boiled down to this:
We need to start doing actual good, and that means we need to be …
“How”—A Tip for Dungeon Masters
Often your players will want to do something that at the moment seems like it would be beyond the abilities of their character. However, before you just say no, try this instead. Ask them how. If they can make a …
Ask Other DMs—A Tip for Dungeon Masters
You are not an island. Sure, when you are running the game, you are pretty much on your own when it comes to making the decisions. But, all that time away from the table, there you have friends and allies …
Simple DIY Miniature Woodblock Bookcases
I’m no pro at terrain building, but I’m always looking for neat ways to add a little extra charm to tabletop RPGs and miniature games.
These little woodblock bookcases aren’t super detailed, but they will add some extra depth and …
Rumors—A Tip for Dungeon Masters
Some folks say that an ancient treasure lies buried in the hills of Daernmoor, just waiting for those brave enough to claim it. They say old man Withers has a map to where it lies, but he was never bold …
Active Listening—A Tip for Dungeon Masters
Listening is a fundamental part of communication. It is a fundamental part that many of us fail at because we aren’t actively listening. What do I mean by that? I mean that when someone else is talking, we are more …
The Unseen Benefits of Guided Coloring & Painting
It’s usually obvious when I get back into painting miniatures after some time away; I write blog posts, post photos of my minis, and spend a lot of time thinking about pigment choices. What I don’t talk about as much …