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Classes and Levels and Dice are almost synonymous with tabletop roleplaying games. This isn’t always the case, though! This week we explore the pros and cons of various gaming systems and the advancement and resolution systems therein.

We also take some time to answer a few listener questions from our Discord server!

We record every Wednesday, at 7pm Eastern. Listen live at podcastdetroit.com, Studio 4!

Find us on Twitter (@st_conclave) – Instagram (st_conclave)
Support the show by joining our Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/StorytellerConclave

Please join us on Discord, to submit questions for the show, chat with Rob, Sara, and other Storytellers, and read over the detailed show-notes for more information and links to stuff we may not have been able to detail during the show! Discord : https://t.co/7H8p1lGYqG

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Gaming groups come and go, life gets in the way, and sometimes this means we have to step away from the game for months or years. Dusting off the books and storytelling again after a hiatus can be intimidating! This week, we discuss what it’s like to get back behind the DM screen, and the challenges it presents.

We also take some time to answer a few listener questions from our Discord server!

We record every Wednesday, at 7pm Eastern. Listen live at podcastdetroit.com, Studio 4!

Find us on Twitter (@st_conclave) – Instagram (st_conclave)
Support the show by joining our Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/StorytellerConclave

Please join us on Discord, to submit questions for the show, chat with Rob, Sara, and other Storytellers, and read over the detailed show-notes for more information and links to stuff we may not have been able to detail during the show! Discord : https://t.co/7H8p1lGYqG

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As storytellers we run games and focus on plot hooks, compelling story and intriguing scenes. But all of this can feel thrown out the door when someone is missing. It throws off our groove and can get quite frustrating. How do we handle when players are late very late or miss a session? And what do you do if it becomes a habit? This episode dives into managing a game when players are missing from the table.

We also take some time to answer a few listener questions from our Discord server!

We record every Wednesday, at 7pm Eastern. Listen live at podcastdetroit.com, Studio 4!

Find us on Twitter (@st_conclave) – Instagram (st_conclave)
Support the show by joining our Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/StorytellerConclave

Please join us on Discord, to submit questions for the show, chat with Rob, Sara, and other Storytellers, and read over the detailed show-notes for more information and links to stuff we may not have been able to detail during the show! Discord : https://t.co/7H8p1lGYqG

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We play roleplaying games in countless ways, across all ages, genders, creeds, and cultures. No matter the game being played, though, we are a group of people gathered around a table for common purpose. What rules and etiquette do we observe? How do we make sure everyone is respected and has fun, and the game is able to run as smooth as possible? This episode, we discuss the often unspoken rules of the table that helps keep the game running, rather than being several hours of herding cats!

We also take some time to answer a few listener questions from our Discord server!

We record every Wednesday, at 7pm Eastern. Listen live at podcastdetroit.com, Studio 4!

Find us on Twitter (@st_conclave) – Instagram (st_conclave)
Support the show by joining our Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/StorytellerConclave

Please join us on Discord, to submit questions for the show, chat with Rob, Sara, and other Storytellers, and read over the detailed show-notes for more information and links to stuff we may not have been able to detail during the show! Discord : https://t.co/7H8p1lGYqG

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Characters are the gears that make our stories move, and of all characters in our stories, the Player Characters are the most important. A major role of the Storyteller is helping the players create and play interesting and dynamic characters. This episode we discuss tips, tricks, and common pitfalls for helping turn your PCs from walking stereotypes into living, breathing, 3-dimensional characters!

We also take some time to answer a few listener questions from our Discord server!

We record every Wednesday, at 7pm Eastern. Listen live at podcastdetroit.com, Studio 4!

Find us on Twitter (@st_conclave) – Instagram (st_conclave)
Support the show by joining our Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/StorytellerConclave

Please join us on Discord, to submit questions for the show, chat with Rob, Sara, and other Storytellers, and read over the detailed show-notes for more information and links to stuff we may not have been able to detail during the show! Discord : https://t.co/7H8p1lGYqG

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Players are a crucial part of our group – without them, we have no game! This episode, we discuss how to find players and form your specific group, what different types of players to expect, and common pitfalls to avoid when inviting 3-5 very diverse individuals to your gaming table.

We also take some time to answer a few listener questions from our Discord server!

We record every Wednesday, at 7pm Eastern. Listen live at podcastdetroit.com, Studio 4!

Find us on Twitter (@st_conclave) – Instagram (st_conclave)

Please join us on Discord, to submit questions for the show, chat with Rob, Sara, and other Storytellers, and read over the detailed show-notes for more information and links to stuff we may not have been able to detail during the show! Discord : https://t.co/7H8p1lGYqG

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It can feel positively daunting to be the Storyteller for the first time, whether this is your first game ever, or you’re a player moving behind the DM screen. Rob and Sara share their advice for new Storytellers, for what game to pick, what supplies you need, and common dos and don’ts for telling your story!

We also take some time to answer a few listener questions from our Discord server!

We record every Wednesday, at 7pm Eastern. Listen live at podcastdetroit.com, Studio 4!

Find us on Twitter (@st_conclave) – Instagram (st_conclave)

Please join us on Discord, to submit questions for the show, chat with Rob, Sara, and other Storytellers, and read over the detailed show-notes for more information and links to stuff we may not have been able to detail during the show! Discord : https://t.co/7H8p1lGYqG

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We all have dice, paper and pencils right? But what do we need to run a game in the 21st century? What tools do you bring to the table? What makes it easier and when do we stop? Rob and Sara explore the advances in technology that is designed to make our games bigger and better, from Virtual Table Tops (VTTs), to 3d printing, to background music and sound effects. We’re joined by special guest Sean Treppa, who has used much of the tech we discuss first-hand, to help us navigate the merits and flaws of the plethora of options available.

We also take some time to answer a few listener questions from our Discord server!

We record every Wednesday, at 7pm Eastern. Listen live at podcastdetroit.com, Studio 4!

Find us on Twitter (@st_conclave) – Instagram (st_conclave)

Please join us on Discord, to submit questions for the show, chat with Rob, Sara, and other Storytellers, and read over the detailed show-notes for more information and links to stuff we may not have been able to detail during the show! Discord : https://t.co/7H8p1lGYqG

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Every story needs a good villain! But what IS a villain, exactly? What makes a good villain? What about antiheroes and antagonists? This episode, we explore the ins-and-outs of building the best Big Bad Evil Guy for your game, and how they can interact with your story!

We also take some time to answer a few listener questions from our Discord server!

We record every Wednesday, at 7pm Eastern. Listen live at podcastdetroit.com, Studio 4!

Find us on Twitter (@st_conclave) – Instagram (st_conclave) – Discord : https://t.co/7H8p1lGYqG

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NPC’s are a necessary part of any story. Be it a bar keep, enchanter, local constable, or King. Each has a purpose but also has a story of their own. In this episode we discuss NPC creation and when too much can be good or bad. Joining us this week is another fine storyteller and friend, Chris Rummel. We also take some time to answer a few listener questions from our Discord server! We record every Wednesday, at 7pm Eastern. Listen live at podcastdetroit.com, Studio 4! Find us on Twitter (@st_conclave) – Instagram (st_conclave) – Discord : https://t.co/7H8p1lGYqG

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