Dungeons can take place anywhere and shouldn’t just be confined to dark, wet, underground complexes. We look at how to build an above-ground dungeon!
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Playing in a World of Abstractions
We go over common abstractions and their effects at our table.
Stealing Inspiration
What makes an idea unique? How do you come up with original concepts? What is stealing an idea?
Designing an Encounter - Monsters
Encounters are often focused on fighting monsters, but how can you turn slogfests into interesting encounters?
That's Not How Matt Mercer Does It
We go over how to address tricky situations where the rules the GM makes don’t match the rules the Player is hoping for.
Designing an Encounter - Terrain
Terrain is an important part of an encounter, allowing you to create a memorable fight. Today we go over the Dos and Don’ts of using terrain.
Homebrew - Teamwork Checks
Teamwork is one of the defining traits of RPGs. Teamwork Checks allow members to work together and overcome challenges, succeeding as a team.
Guide to World Building - Nations
We go over the basics of creation nations and how they might function within a world.
The Environment - Surviving the Wilds
It’s dangerous trying to survive the Wilds! We expand the rules around the environments, creating new challenges for when it comes to exploration.
Exploring the Wilds - GM Tips
The Wilds are the untamed wildernesses in different stages of their war against the strict order of civilization.