I feel like I’m the only person on the planet who remembers RPGChat
August 3, 2026 at 8:38 PM
I feel like I’m the only person on the planet who remembers RPGChat
Also, a corollary: the players should know that there are no "wrong" choices - their decisions affect what follows, but no matter what, the game will go on.
This frees up the players to choose the paths they think will be the most fun rather than worrying about "doing it right".
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This frees up the players to choose the paths they think will be the most fun rather than worrying about "doing it right".
#rpgchat
May 29, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Also, a corollary: the players should know that there are no "wrong" choices - their decisions affect what follows, but no matter what, the game will go on.
This frees up the players to choose the paths they think will be the most fun rather than worrying about "doing it right".
#rpgchat
This frees up the players to choose the paths they think will be the most fun rather than worrying about "doing it right".
#rpgchat
An app where I was never the person who ran rpgchat. I am SO FREE.
June 23, 2023 at 2:02 AM
An app where I was never the person who ran rpgchat. I am SO FREE.
This weekend's #dnd game was a good one - finally resolved a significant encounter.
Even managed to kill the big demon (for a second time, actually).
They didn't, however, completely recognize some tell-tale signs & are now trapped in Hades.
Guess that happens sometimes.
#ttrpgs #rpgchat
Even managed to kill the big demon (for a second time, actually).
They didn't, however, completely recognize some tell-tale signs & are now trapped in Hades.
Guess that happens sometimes.
#ttrpgs #rpgchat
September 14, 2026 at 1:51 PM
You can do/be whatever tf you want ofc, you dont fkn exist for me, but know that in so many cases trans women were so much more welcoming than the feminine spaces I grew up with. From my 1st RpgChat goth femme to peers at work, you inspire me and you make me into a better person.
Redirecting...
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April 28, 2025 at 5:11 PM
You can do/be whatever tf you want ofc, you dont fkn exist for me, but know that in so many cases trans women were so much more welcoming than the feminine spaces I grew up with. From my 1st RpgChat goth femme to peers at work, you inspire me and you make me into a better person.
Not sure where on the scale I fall in practice, but definitely agree w/ the sentiment here.
IMO this becomes more true the more proactive the players are. The more passive the group, the more narrative the gm probably needs to keep things moving.
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IMO this becomes more true the more proactive the players are. The more passive the group, the more narrative the gm probably needs to keep things moving.
#ttrpgs #rpgchat
"Story happens after play" is one of the best phrases to describe a strong TTRPG performance, and a big part of why I am wary of (even invisible) railroading and pre-written scenarios. If the host has even a semi-solid idea of what the story should be, that feels like a missed opportunity.
"player agency" or a mark in "railroading's" favor. I don't railroad. I don't even have a plot or a "story" (story happens after play), but my players have no trouble knowing what they want their characters to do because they're given the information needed in order to make those decisions.
September 16, 2026 at 1:28 PM
OSR games are stories too. Check out what I have to say about it in my new Two Minute Tabletop Tip RPG video.
#ttrpgtak #rpgchat #dmtips
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#ttrpgtak #rpgchat #dmtips
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Two-minute Tabletop Tip - It IS a Story
YouTube video by Fox and Boar Games
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September 18, 2026 at 9:07 PM
OSR games are stories too. Check out what I have to say about it in my new Two Minute Tabletop Tip RPG video.
#ttrpgtak #rpgchat #dmtips
youtu.be/nxkRaIR9Vpw?...
#ttrpgtak #rpgchat #dmtips
youtu.be/nxkRaIR9Vpw?...
It's early and this is a truly atrocious cup of coffee, so it seems like a good time to pick a fight with the world.
"System doesn't matter" is a valid, reasonable, and *critically important* argument which has been rendered ragebait and a punchline by pedantry.
"System doesn't matter" is a valid, reasonable, and *critically important* argument which has been rendered ragebait and a punchline by pedantry.
January 16, 2026 at 12:42 PM
Best part of last night’s #dnd session was wife’s character using her ability to speak abyssal & limited knowledge of the situation to intimidate a cult leader.
Not at all her character’s forte, but a brilliant move in a desperate situation - pulled off w/ a little inspiration.
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Not at all her character’s forte, but a brilliant move in a desperate situation - pulled off w/ a little inspiration.
#ttrpgs #rpgchat
November 9, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Absolute perfection. 👍 😆
I definitely get the "that doesn't make sense!" instinct as a GM - but over time I'd adopted a more "well there's no specific reason it DOESN'T make sense, so you know what, sure." approach.
But in 1999, i'd probably have been w/ Phil. 🤷♂️
#ttrpgs #dnd #shadowrun #rpgchat
I definitely get the "that doesn't make sense!" instinct as a GM - but over time I'd adopted a more "well there's no specific reason it DOESN'T make sense, so you know what, sure." approach.
But in 1999, i'd probably have been w/ Phil. 🤷♂️
#ttrpgs #dnd #shadowrun #rpgchat
In 1999, I was playing a decker in Shadowrun, and tried to distract a guard by hacking a water fountain to overflow, and my GM said "why would a water fountain be on the network? That's fucking stupid. No you can't try."
Well it's 2026 and I just want you to know, Phil, that I FUCKING CALLED IT!
Well it's 2026 and I just want you to know, Phil, that I FUCKING CALLED IT!
April 18, 2026 at 2:29 PM
Absolute perfection. 👍 😆
I definitely get the "that doesn't make sense!" instinct as a GM - but over time I'd adopted a more "well there's no specific reason it DOESN'T make sense, so you know what, sure." approach.
But in 1999, i'd probably have been w/ Phil. 🤷♂️
#ttrpgs #dnd #shadowrun #rpgchat
I definitely get the "that doesn't make sense!" instinct as a GM - but over time I'd adopted a more "well there's no specific reason it DOESN'T make sense, so you know what, sure." approach.
But in 1999, i'd probably have been w/ Phil. 🤷♂️
#ttrpgs #dnd #shadowrun #rpgchat
RPGaDay 2025 8.17 RENEW
Watch Out for Character Death!
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#rpgaday #rpgtalk #rpglife
Watch Out for Character Death!
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#rpgaday #rpgtalk #rpglife
8.17 RENEW - Pitfall of Character Death #rpgaday2025 #rpgaday #rpgtalk #rpgtime #rpglife #rpgchat
YouTube video by Cleric Cabin Games
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August 17, 2025 at 1:38 PM
RPGaDay 2025 8.17 RENEW
Watch Out for Character Death!
youtube.com/shorts/03bcj...
#rpgaday #rpgtalk #rpglife
Watch Out for Character Death!
youtube.com/shorts/03bcj...
#rpgaday #rpgtalk #rpglife
RPGaDay 2025 8.22 ALLY
I think of World of Darkness, and how it has Advantages that give you Allies
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I think of World of Darkness, and how it has Advantages that give you Allies
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#rpgaday2025 #rpgaday #rpgtalk
8.22 ALLY - Ally Advantages in World of Darkness #rpgaday2025 #rpgaday #rpgchat #rpglife #rpgtalk
YouTube video by Cleric Cabin Games
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August 22, 2025 at 5:12 AM
RPGaDay 2025 8.22 ALLY
I think of World of Darkness, and how it has Advantages that give you Allies
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#rpgaday2025 #rpgaday #rpgtalk
I think of World of Darkness, and how it has Advantages that give you Allies
youtube.com/shorts/tOtRt...
#rpgaday2025 #rpgaday #rpgtalk
Anyone have any creative tips for dealing with an absurd number of players in a ttrpg?
I'm still trying to find someone to run a second table, but i may have 16 (grade school - adult) for a class thing I'm doing.
Short sessions (~30-45 min). Fate Core/Condensed.
1/2
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I'm still trying to find someone to run a second table, but i may have 16 (grade school - adult) for a class thing I'm doing.
Short sessions (~30-45 min). Fate Core/Condensed.
1/2
#ttrpgs #rpgchat #fatecore
February 19, 2026 at 1:34 PM