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Introducing Tabletop Role Playing Games to new players: A Tutorial

Jussi Hölttä
Room 214, (45 min)
Room 214, (45 min)
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This is an immersive workshop aiming for a minimum viable tabletop RPG experience - with plenty of space for reflection and Q&A. We will explore the fundamentals of tabletop roleplaying games that are common to most if not all different game systems including things like theater of the mind, being a character, unneccesary obstacles, random chance and collaborative storytelling.

We will use a simple framework for introducing TTRPGs to new players, your grandmother or strangers on the street (remember consent). In addition to new players, it is also suitable game masters and not-yet-gamemasters who are looking for tools for their Session 0, want to get back to basics or want to introduce the fundamentals without needing people to commit to a longer session.

Sign-up for this workshop is in Konsti. Sign-up begins on Saturday at 11AM and 6PM.

Maximum attendance: 12
Other accessibility information: A chance for a RPG introduction in a small group away from the noisy halls. Using RPG safety tools for running the workshop itself to minimize discomfort.
Program category: workshopRegistration: Electronic sign-up (Konsti)Other categorization: Beginner friendlyTarget audience: Fits all agesRevolving door game: Non-revolving doorLanguage: English