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RPG clichés that make players roll their eyes (and how to avoid them)
Why we talk about RPG clichés Tabletop RPGs are full of recurring images, phrases, and situations that become genuine clichés over time. Some remain enjoyable, but others end up making players roll their eyes every time they appear at the table. Understanding which clichés are most hated and why they frustrate players is the first step to avoiding them or […]
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How to Make Your Dark Fantasy RPG Truly Dark
Many game masters talk about “dark fantasy” thinking only of gore, skulls, and gloomy atmospheres. In reality, a truly effective dark fantasy RPG works deeply on the lives of characters, their choices, and how the world reacts to what they do. It’s not just an aesthetic question, but rather a matter of game structure and the type of stories you […]