Tag: group dynamic
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A new model for classifying RPGs and Play Styles – Part 3
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Jason makes the argument that RPG group styles fit into four general categories: Fixed Plot, Living Plot, Emergent Character, and Emergent World.
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A new model for classifying RPGs and Play Styles – Part “2”
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The Y axis on Jason’s model for classifying RPGs and Play Styles: GM radius of management
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A revision of my classification of RPG Systems and Playstyles
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The Mad Cleric makes a redaction and revision of his classification of RPG Systems from 7/7/2025
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Mastering DMing: Solving Schedule Chaos
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The #1 challenge for DMs? The gaming group calendar.
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Mastering DMing: Tell Players “Yes”
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Making a habit of telling players “no” ruins fun. So I’ve got three ways you can lean into telling them “yes” instead.
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Mastering DMing: Tell a Story
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Storytelling is a primal human activity. Before writing existed, we sat around fires and told stories about the stars. Before electricity and television, we wrote plays, novels, and operas. Even…
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Mastering DMing: Focus on Fun
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So you want to be a Dungeon Master? Or maybe you’ve been a DM for a while and feel frustrated? Or perhaps your DMing is better than it’s ever been,…
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Darlene, Greyhawk, and the Rabbit Hole
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Who knew that a map could stir the imagination so much? And yet the map released in the Greyhawk setting box has been the fundamental basis for my ongoing AD&D…
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Chasing the Dragon: Progress Report!
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Well, well, well…look who the cat dragged in! That’s right, your old digital pal, the Mad Cleric. And what exactly have I been doing? Well, I’ll show you before I…
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Should you reconsider D&D alignments?
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You’ve heard it said–maybe you yourself have said it: “There’s no point to character alignments in D&D or any other roleplaying game. It’s an unnecessary hindrance to players!” Or if…