Category Archives: Storyteller Conclave

Overpowered PCs Broke My Game

July 28, 2022Storyteller Conclave169, DM Advice, dungeonmaster, gamemaster, July 2022, roleplayingstoryteller-conclave

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High stats, powerful magic items, and optimized characters can make challenging a group of D&D players very difficult, even for a seasoned DM. Having a party full of “broken” PCs can be fun for them, but frustrating to DM for. Sara & Rob discuss these dynamics at the game table.

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Our Dream Gaming Spaces

July 21, 2022Storyteller Conclave168, Digital Maps, July 2022, Tools of the Tradestoryteller-conclave

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We all have had dreams of creating the perfect space for gaming. Oak tables, sunken play screens, custom shelves for books… Critical Role even built it! This week Sara and Rob discuss what their ideal gaming space might look and feel like.

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System Spotlight: 7th Sea Second Edition

July 14, 2022Storyteller Conclave167, 7thsea, gamemaster, July 2022, roleplaying, System Spotlightstoryteller-conclave

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One of Rob’s favorite games is 7th Sea. When the second edition came out he wasn’t as eager to jump in. This System spot light Rob and Sara will shine a light on 7th Sea Second Edition; its mechanics, setting, and the rift between its praise and dissent.

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Storytelling 101 : Campaign Flow

July 7, 2022Storyteller Conclave166, Campaign, July 2022, Story flow, Storytelling 101storyteller-conclave

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For this week’s Storytelling 101, Rob and Sara will be talking about campaign flow. We will discuss how to string together adventures to create a cohesive story campaign, while allowing players agency to change and interact with your world in meaningful ways.

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The Ship of Theseus

June 30, 2022Storyteller Conclave165, 7th Sea, D&D, DM Advice, Game Systems, June 2022storyteller-conclave

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TTRPGs are constantly being updated for newer editions. Often, when an edition falls flat, we say it “doesn’t feel like the same game.” How much can a game system be changed before it’s no longer the same game anymore? Sara & Rob discuss revisions and identity of game systems.

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Power Dynamics in gaming with Dr Jason Cox

June 23, 2022Storyteller Conclave164, Dr Jason Cox, Interview, June 2022storyteller-conclave

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When we sit down at the table, there is a social power dynamic between the storyteller and the players. But there are much deeper layers to the social dynamics at the table, between players, characters, and the story. Tonight Sara and Rob have invited Dr. Jason Cox to discuss power dynamics in gaming.

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Strolling into Meta

June 16, 2022Storyteller Conclave163, DM Advice, June 2022, Meta, roleplaying, Story flowstoryteller-conclave

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Meta discussions, between players, at the table go well beyond what the characters know. But as a storyteller, should you join in on them? And if so, how much? After all it is a cooperative game and even the storyteller is playing. This week Sara and Rob take a stroll and have some meta discussions.

Listen to us live, every Wednesday night at 7pm EST, at http://www.mixlr.com/storyteller-conclave.

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System Spotlight : Dune – Adventures in the Imperium

June 9, 2022Storyteller Conclave162, June 2022, Narrative Storytelling, System Spotlightstoryteller-conclave

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Rob and Sara take you into a far future where fear is the mind killer. The Imperium is a place of deadly duels, feudal politics and mysterious abilities in a universe where a blade can change the fortunes of millions. This month’s System Spotlight is focused on The Dune: Adventures in the Imperium.

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Storytelling 101 : What is an “Adventure”?

June 2, 2022Storyteller Conclave161, June 2022, Story flow, Storytelling 101storyteller-conclave

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We talk about plots, campaigns, and story beats but when it comes right down to it you sit down to have an adventure. What is an adventure, how does it fit into the story, and how do you design one? This week Rob and Sara will break down designing an adventures framework

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Rob’s Campaign Breakdown

May 26, 2022Storyteller Conclave160, DM Advice, dnd5e, gamemaster, May 2022, roleplaying, storytellerstoryteller-conclave

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Rob’s games tend to be wrapped in mystery, filled with political intrigue, and deep fried in cinematic feel. Ever wanted to know how it gets built? What makes their doom clock tick? Well this week is your lucky chance. Rob will be breaking down his games and giving you a glimpse behind the screen.

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