From the Journal

Taking the time

Taking the Time

“Bystanders were enjoying the performance and their cheers doubled when the band started another tune. Each of its members demonstrated an exceptional mastery of their respective instruments. Next to the...

Taking the Time

“Bystanders were enjoying the performance and their cheers doubled when the band started another tune. Each of its members demonstrated an exceptional mastery of their respective instruments. Next to the...

One more rulebook

One more rulebook

While on tabletop gaming adventures, the actions we take and the way we resolve encounters, conflicts or other situations requires the use of directives that help us determine their outcome....

One more rulebook

While on tabletop gaming adventures, the actions we take and the way we resolve encounters, conflicts or other situations requires the use of directives that help us determine their outcome....

the Dungeon Master

Q&A with a Dungeon Master

Ever wondered how a real tabletop role-playing game rules expert goes about running his games? Do you think there is a rite of passage to become a great game master?...

Q&A with a Dungeon Master

Ever wondered how a real tabletop role-playing game rules expert goes about running his games? Do you think there is a rite of passage to become a great game master?...

Categorizing games by genre and setting

Categorizing games by genre and setting

For many players, beginners or seasoned, discovering new horizons can be a challenge. But fortunately, our hobby’s landscape has more to offer than meets the eye. It isn’t always easy...

Categorizing games by genre and setting

For many players, beginners or seasoned, discovering new horizons can be a challenge. But fortunately, our hobby’s landscape has more to offer than meets the eye. It isn’t always easy...

My first convention table

My First Convention Table

Last Sunday, I tabled my first convention. It was a small local affair, nothing like the madness of larger events such as HalCon or giant cons like Gen Con or...

My First Convention Table

Last Sunday, I tabled my first convention. It was a small local affair, nothing like the madness of larger events such as HalCon or giant cons like Gen Con or...

Role-playing adventures worth living

Adventures worth living

For anyone who has experienced playing tabletop role-playing games, it will come as no surprise that no two gaming groups play alike. This is largely attributed to the fact that...

Adventures worth living

For anyone who has experienced playing tabletop role-playing games, it will come as no surprise that no two gaming groups play alike. This is largely attributed to the fact that...