Genre Police: Staying On Track
In reality, some of the comfort of certain games comes from their predictability.
About Ben Jackson-Ellery
Genre Police: Wangrods and Warriors
I think 'The Wangrod Defence' is the perfect example of what happens when we refuse to view the meta.
Genre Police: Meta-Lurgy
Meta. The term is mentioned a lot in D&D circles. When someone does something outside of what their character knows, people roll their eyes and say 'uhh..meta'.
Genre Police: Keep On Marching
When you begin a West Marches game, it's worth thinking about your player base.
Genre Police: Towards a shared language
People had been using words in game with each other and only sort of even been in the same ballpark.
Genre Police: Just the Two of Us
This changes the dynamic instantly, altering our attitude, throwing us into conflict, one against the other for dominance, where before there had been a shared story.
Genre Police: Dialling Back In
Some people I know are really good at handling massive player groups and making sure people have a great time.
Genre Police: Storming The Dungeon
Ever notice that the dynamics of your campaign can change?
Genre Police: Player Roles
While it is useful to recognise those skillsets and use them to add extra elements to your game, it is easy to overlook the other skill set that people bring to your table: social roles.
Genre Police: The Resource That Talks
Players are maybe the best hidden resource the Role playing game format has.
