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Motivation for the Easily Distra… SQUIRREL!
During the interview for the job I currently...
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House Rules
They are a necessary part of most games, and as...
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Testing the Waters
I’m a big fan of the Arrow television...
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Epochs and Eras: A sense of time for players and characters
It’s easy for undifferentiated life to...
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Quick and Dirty NPC Organization Template
NPC organizations are a must have for many...
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System Or Setting?
Our group’s annual “pick the next game” exercise...
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Anniversary Giveaway
A year ago this month, Rogue Princess Squadron...
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Getting The Most Out Of Brevity
I’ve been thinking about one of my writing...
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Psychological Warfare
Happy Valentine’s Day, everybody! Whether you’re...
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Relationship Advice For Your Campaign
This past year I had two significant events...
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The Two Page Prep System
If you’ve ever obsessively stalked me, you...
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Matters of the Heart: Running Romances
Valentine’s Day is upon us, and in the...
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Character Inspiration for When You’re Not Really Inspired
I’m in the process of making a character for an...
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Character Meta-Mechanics and Immersion
Today’s guest author, Aaron Renfroe (whose...
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