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One of the most common questions I (Jeff) get asked as a writer is where I get my ideas. Oddly, one of the more common questions GMs can get is the same. In this episode, we look at the question of scenarios and stories. After all, we're all in it for a good story, right? Let's start off with a picture:
This can pretty much sum up the GM/Player dynamic during a scenario, but it doesn't have to. Today, Matt and I go into what makes a good scenario, one idea of how to build one and we even build one for you. Nothing's too good for you!
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I thought this seven step method you guys talked about was an interesting way of structuring a game's plot. I think the best advice to follow with that though is to be flexible with it. The player's WILL do things you don't expect and those things may alter your "plans." But that's not necessarily a bad thing - a lot of the fun for me as a G.M. is seeing my story evolve because of the players. Knowing where you're going and what some of the major events are along the way will help you to both direct the players and to react appropriately when they do any one of a thousand things you could've never predicted.
ReplyDeleteIs there a good site you guys recommend for someone interested in learning more about this seven step story outline?
Heh, heh, heh. Here's the first in a series of YouTube videos where he gives a lecture on it. Each video is about ten minutes long, so it shouldn't take too long to get through all five parts. VERY well worth your time, especially if you're looking to structure some high-octane stories in the future. Especially if you want to interconnect them.
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