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A Fun Hands-on Workshop: Story Elements for Better RPGs

Janne Vee
Room 210, (1 h 30 min)
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Make your RPG shine with story elements! Here we learn how to do it and have a short, fun RPG session using them.

This workshop starts with a short introduction to some of story elements. These are elements used by professional writers to create a compelling and engaging narrative (in books, movies, etc.). Then we see how to apply them to enhance our RPG experiences. Participants are divided into small groups to play short TTRPG sessions. The sessions use a simple and easy rules system that automatically incorporates the discussed story elements into play. No prior experience is needed. Prepare to be surprised how these simple elements can truly uplift your RPG experience! After the workshop you’re able to use what you have learned to improve any RPG.

The introduction is in English. The game sessions may use a language participants prefer. The instructor is a GM who writes fiction as a hobby, and has developed an RPG system based on story elements.

Minimum attendance: 3
Maximum attendance: 30
Hop in, hop out: No
Program category: WorkshopProgram topics: Role-playing gamesLanguage: EnglishTarget audience: Directed at adults, youth welcomeInclusivity: Program is not amplifiedRevolving door game: Non-revolving doorSign-up: Not required