Often recognized as the compulsion loop, TTRPGs contain a core gameplay loop that we build into our games. But it isnt the same loop if it's narrative or more combative. This week Sara and Rob dis

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? Th

We all struggle with the thought that our plots might not be "original." There are only 9 basic plots, after all! This week, Sara & Rob discuss how to lean into repurposing plots for your own home gam

This week, Sara & Rob shine the Systems Spotlight on Monster of the Week by @EvilHatOfficial. Hunt high school beasties a la Buffy the Vampire Slayer, travel the country to bring down unnatural creatu

A storytelling trope that spans into any genre, is the MacGuffin - the object of importance that sits at the center of the story. The heroes and villains both seek it, and control of it means victory!

Sara & Rob have spent years talking about how to build a better narrative for your TTRPG. What if your table just wants to hack & slash their way through the game, though? This week, Sara & Rob discus

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

This month, Sara & Rob are shining the System Spotlight on Dresden Files Accelerated by @EvilHatOfficial! This game, using the FATE Accelerated system, brings the brilliant Urban Fantasy setting of @l

Music and lighting set a tone in movies of hope, foreboding, or fear but in a table top game it's often hard to get people on the same page. This week, Rob & Sara will be diving deeper into the theme

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 explor