Tag Archives: Game Systems

Our Future Games



For the last 5 years of the show we have had a lot of game systems, themes, and stories that we have thought about running. Tonight Sara and Rob will discuss what games they are looking to run, what interests them about it, and what their challenges might be.

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Game systems that we would love to see



Special Note: This show had some audio issues, the opening is a bit different due to this. We are sorry.

After 5 years of system spotlights, Sara and Rob have seen a ton of different settings and themes for games. But this just opened the door to focused themes and ideas that they have never seen, but probably exist somewhere. This week they will talk about systems, themes, and styles that they would like to see in the TTRPG space and perhaps some mechanics that can bring them to life!

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

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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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Game Mechanic Swap Meet



Every game system has something unique to offer; a reputation system, a world building tool, a neat relationship mechanic. Is there any reason we shouldn’t borrow these mechanics for our own games? This week, Sara & Rob look at mechanics that are ripe for the borrowing!

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

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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

Or find our older episodes at Https://Storytellerconclave.com

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Games Set In Existing IPs



Almost every single TTRPG player has watched a movie, read a book, or played a video game and thought, “I’d love to run a game based off this IP!” This week, Sara & Rob examine some of the games based on existing IPs, as well as the pros & cons of playing in someone else’s world!

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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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Generic Systems and SRDs



Rules and settings typically go hand-in-hand with TTRPGs, but not always. Between Generic systems, Open Licenses, and SRDs, rules can be used for just about any game type. This week, Sara & Rob explore the world of opportunities offered by generic systems, the OGL, and SRDs.

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

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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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The Importance of Archetypes



Are archetypes in stories a crutch or a hindrance for the storyteller or even the players? Are they defined by the mechanics or exploited by them? This week Rob & Sara get into the depths of this discussion and try to find how important classes and Archetypes are in storytelling.

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

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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

Or find our older episodes at Https://Storytellerconclave.com

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Repurposing Game Systems



Finding the right game system to match the story you’re trying to tell can be a daunting task. Sometimes, the best move is to use an existing system in an unconventional way. This week, Rob & Sara discuss repurposing game systems for settings their mechanics DIDN’T have in mind.

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

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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

Or find our older episodes at Https://Storytellerconclave.com

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Single Player Games



A little to unknown genre in TTRPGs are single player games, but they are making big strides. From 1,000 year old vampire to single player D&D, there are multiple ways to enjoy the space. But how does that play out for storytelling? This week Rob & Sara will review Single Player TTRPG Games.

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

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Or Amazon Audible

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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

Or find our older episodes at Https://Storytellerconclave.com

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System Spotlight: Lasers & Feelings, Mothership



Do you want to explore the unknown universe? Do you want to be terrified that your next move may send you into the vacuum of space? For this month’s System Spotlight, Sara & Rob explore a space-faring double-feature of rules-light systems, “Mothership” and “Lasers and Feelings.”

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

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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

Or find our older episodes at Https://Storytellerconclave.com

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System Spotlight: MÖRK BORG



Our System Spotlight this month is MÖRK BORG, A pitch-black apocalyptic fantasy RPG about lost souls seeking redemption, forgiveness or the last remaining riches in a bleak and dying world. This week Rob & Sara explore an OSR that is light on rules but HEAVY on everything else.

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

Listen to us on your favorite device!
Or Amazon Audible

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

Or find our older episodes at Https://Storytellerconclave.com

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