Random encounters have been part of RPGs ever since the beginning. Every dungeon had its carefully … Can Random Encounters Make an Adventure? Railgun RoadRead more
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Rebooting the Planet Killer – The Clear Light of Doomsday
A couple of years ago I found an old FASA Star Trek adventure that didn’t quite … Rebooting the Planet Killer – The Clear Light of DoomsdayRead more
Hacking Cyberpunk Adventures – Amethyst Reign
In our modern era of generative AI, cybercriminals, and tech company failings, and the metaverse as … Hacking Cyberpunk Adventures – Amethyst ReignRead more
Anger Leads to Hate, Hate Leads to Inspiration – The Unknown Command
I have sometimes found great inspiration when I am angry at the failed promise of another … Anger Leads to Hate, Hate Leads to Inspiration – The Unknown CommandRead more
Keeping it Simple – Those the Comet Brings
If you ask Call of Cthulhu fans to list their favorite horror adventures, Dead Light is … Keeping it Simple – Those the Comet BringsRead more
1Shot Reviews – Macdeath vs. Aliens
This month I review two other one-shot adventures that I enjoyed running: Quest Givers’ MacDeath and … 1Shot Reviews – Macdeath vs. AliensRead more
Borrowing from the Past – Who Tracks the Steps of Glory?
FASA’s original Star Trek RPG is underrated, largely because it borrowed so much from other systems. … Borrowing from the Past – Who Tracks the Steps of Glory?Read more
Steampunk Inspiration from Old Videogames – Martian Awakenings
One-shot adventures are a great opportunity for GMs to try something new. Without the pressure of … Steampunk Inspiration from Old Videogames – Martian AwakeningsRead more