You want ‘story’ with that?

Posted by Runeslinger on November 11, 2020 · 2 Comments 

What if RPGs really aren’t just the stories play makes?

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What is a roleplaying game?!

Posted by Runeslinger on October 7, 2020 · 8 Comments 

Have you answered for yourself what you think RPGs actually are? I have, and this post is about my answer, and some answers like it~

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The Sky Is No Limit: Recap 1

Posted by Runeslinger on July 12, 2020 · 3 Comments 

What began as an opportunity to take Leagues of Adventure out for a fun spin around a mysterious treasure site has morphed into a regular campaign with an expectation of weekly play. It has also shifted from a sort of off-the-cuff, no-pressure video conference game to one streamed live on the Triple Ace Games Facebook … Continue reading →

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The Sky Is No Limit

Posted by Runeslinger on June 23, 2020 · 3 Comments 

A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of running two sessions of Leagues of Adventure for a new mix of familiar people. The set-up was based in 1895 and involved an effort to hamper an unlawful and misguided attempt to uncover the Oak Island Treasure while securing it for a third party. Designed to … Continue reading →

Category Actual Play, Campaign Recaps, Leagues of Adventure, Leviathans, Live Game Report, Preparation and Preparedness, Running Games, The Blog, Ubiquity · Tagged with , , ,

Can I make my game better?

Posted by Runeslinger on June 11, 2020 · 7 Comments 

Not everyone asks this question, of course, but it – or some variation of it – is common enough. Sometimes, it’s just a feeling. A worry after a session, or a weight that builds as sessions dwindle in the rearview mirror. It’s a curious question isn’t it? It invites a series of other questions. What … Continue reading →

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