NPC’s are a necessary part of any story. Be it a bar keep, enchanter, local constable, or King. Each has a purpose but also has a story of their own. In this episode we discuss NPC creation and when too much can be good or bad.

Systems and methods for adjudicating the intricacies of social combat - Persuasion, intimidation, influence, seduction, extortion, etc. From puppeteering politicians from the shadows, to out-glamming your nemesis at the Count’s gala ball,

Where to begin? Rob and Sara discuss the fundamentals of creating a story for tabletop roleplay, and how the game system you choose influences how that story will be told. We begin by discussing various games,