Category: Off the Wall (Random Stuff)
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D6 Online
How have I been a die-hard West End Games D6 player, game master and blogger for this long without noticing this site before? D6 Online
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Trials of Everrun – Photos of the Dwarf King’s Trial
I spent all week perfecting my brand-new dungeon tiles, only to realize I’d left my entire module folder sitting on the kitchen table. Last night’s session of The Trials of Everrun was a masterclass in ‘flying by the seat of my pants.’ From a shape-shifting Ice Wyrm to a royal…
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The Golden Rule Part 5 – Being the Final Say
Rules calls are a slippery slope. One wrong move and you lose the table; one right move and you build a legacy of trust. Being the ‘Final Say’ isn’t about being a tyrant—it’s about being a leader who knows when to hold the line and when to admit they’re holding…
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Storium – The Online Storytelling Game
Caesarmoo just sent over this link for me to look at for this Kickstarter for: Storium – The Online Storytelling Game They’re already way over their pledge goal – but might be worth getting involved in just to beta test it. Seriously, even if it’s bad (and it certainly doesn’t seem…
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The Golden Rule Part 4 – Be Consistent
A jagged pill is easier to swallow when everyone is taking the same pill. Rules disputes are morale-crushers, and the quickest way to lose your players’ trust is to show favoritism—even by accident. Here is how I use House Rules and clear communication to keep the game fair for everyone.
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Trials of Everrun – Ritual al’Nef
What happens when the party’s magic becomes the fuel for the very ritual they’re trying to stop? Last night, the Long Shots faced the Ritual al’Nef—a multi-phase encounter involving wind-swept physics, soul-stealing mechanics, and a Paladin who literally gave a leg to save the day.
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Trials of Everrun – Photos al’Nef! (WEG D6)
The Ritual of Nef was a success, but the real star of the night was the table itself. From foam Wyrm skeletons to custom glacier tiles, here’s a look at the physical ‘Third Wall’ we built for the Trials of Everrun—and a few things I’d change for next time.
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The Golden Rule Part 3 – Rule in the Players’ Favor
Sometimes the best character moments aren’t about their Strength or Agility—they’re about telling a great story.
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Arts and Crafts – Miniatures Edition
Here at Thirdwalling, we are researching for a whole series on using miniatures and maps. About two years ago I finally made the jump to using miniatures (watch for a future post on what that entailed) and I’ve been conducting an experiment to escalate that into a more immersive experience.…
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Dungeon Tiles Tips
Dungeon Tiles Tips While researching for an upcoming series here on Thirdwaller, I found this great link with tips for using Dungeon Tiles. Great stuff!