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Why we keep being Game Masters in tabletop RPGs
Anyone who has been a game master for years eventually asks themselves the same question: why do I keep being a GM? Sometimes the preparation weighs heavily, organizing the group is stressful, and you feel almost “obligated” to keep the table running. Yet despite it all, many of us never truly stop being behind the screen. In this article we […]
What is Roleplaying: two playing styles compared
What is roleplaying really in a tabletop RPG? When people talk about roleplaying in a tabletop RPG, many immediately think of strange voices, theatrical acting, and TV-series monologues. Actually, the simplest and most effective definition is much more concrete: roleplaying means making decisions as your character, not as yourself. In a good tabletop RPG, participants assume the role of a […]
How to Improvise in a TTRPG (even if it makes you anxious)
How to improvise in a ttrpg (even if it makes you anxious) Improvising in a role-playing game is a challenge for many game masters. It is not an innate superpower, but rather a skill that can be developed through targeted preparation and a few simple tools. One of the main issues is that improvisation is often portrayed as something magical: […]
Not everyone wants the spotlight: managing backseat players in TTRPGs
Managing the spotlight at the gaming table is one of the most delicate challenges any Game Master faces. We’re used to talking about players who take up too much space, but the opposite situation also exists. There are players who participate less, often remaining at the margins of the scene, yet at the end of the session tell you they […]
Rolling or not rolling dice as a GM? Analysis and insights
Among game masters and roleplaying enthusiasts, this question always sparks discussion: as a GM, is it better to roll dice or not? Every group has its own habits, and sooner or later every GM asks themselves what philosophy fits best for their table. Some prefer total transparency, rolling the dice in front of players and accepting whatever result comes up. […]
GM never rolls: Why Game Masters stop rolling dice in RPGs?
In the world of roleplaying game design, GM never rolls systems are getting greater attention. According to the r/RPGdesign community, the main advantages include lowering the operational burden for the Game Master, allowing better focus on storytelling instead of math. The game becomes more player-facing, offering players more control and engagement over their characters’ fate. Many designers and players favor […]