December 2013 RPG Blog Carnival: GM and Player Roles

Mainly coincidentally, the YouTube RPG Community has been delving very deeply into a topic which aligns with the concept of this carnival, that of taking charge of how the group dynamic is balanced at the table. The question on this dynamic is split into “What are the ways in which creative responsibility can be shared … Continue reading →

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Saturday Seed ~ 186 (Blue Planet)

This Saturday Seed presents an idea for the rough and tumble SF frontier of Blue Planet’s Poseidon. The seed This seed is based around the concept of the sort of continuous reinvention needed to survive in a new, and constantly changing environment. Poseidon sets the example of ‘adapt or die,’ but does everyone see it? … Continue reading →

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Saturday Seed ~ 185 (Star Wars)

This Saturday Seed presents an idea for the less law-abiding residents on the fringes of the civilized worlds of the Empire, for whatever flavor of Star Wars RPG suits you. The seed This seed is based around criminal activity and the underworld, and is suited for new or experienced characters more concerned with staying out … Continue reading →

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Taking Charge of Long-Distance Gaming ~ December Blog Carnival

This post for December’s blog carnival on the topic of ‘taking charge’ will suggest the means and methods to establish a game, even when you find yourself far from other like-minded gamers. As I live in Korea, this is a problem I sometimes face, and the two methods which have given me the most success … Continue reading →

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December ’13 RPG Blog Carnival: Taking Charge

This month’s RPG Blog Carnival is being hosted here on Casting Shadows and is on the topic of Taking Charge. “Of what?” you may ask, or “By whom?” These and other questions are what will be uncovered as the month proceeds and participating blogs add their contributions to the Carnival. A blog carnival is a … Continue reading →

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