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Critical Hits Podcast #19: 4e DMing Tips Seminar

Lead by Mike Shea of Sly Flourish, and joined by Matt James of Loremaster and Dave The Game (myself), the last seminar from synDCon 2010 was about tips for DMs, primarily for 4e D&D but also some help for GMs of all RPGs. The first part focuses on how to plan a game (and the creative process in general) and the last part talks about tips for running at the table, including ways to run initiative and track conditions.

Products mentioned: Masterplan Software, Dark Platypus Action Stands

4e DMing Tips Seminar (50 minutes, 23 MB)

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TheGame is Dave Chalker, a lifelong gamer, freelance game designer, Master of Arts, and son of Jack L. Chalker. Dave is the Editor-in-Chief of Critical Hits and so runs the place. He is the envy of geeks everywhere because he's dating e, the Geek's Dream Girl. (Email Dave or follow him on Twitter).

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6 Responses to “Critical Hits Podcast #19: 4e DMing Tips Seminar”
  1. Yakster says:

    Hey guys enjoyed the cast and I could have listened to it longer for sure. Reminds me back in the day when I played DnD 2nd edition. I am really into DDO and you should check out my cast!
    .-= Yakster´s last blog ..Yak Cast 14 “Des the Demi God” =-.

  2. Trachalio says:

    Would it be possible for y’all to link to some of the status effect markers you were mentioning in the podcast? I’ve seen the magnets before, but hadn’t heard of the clips, rings, or flagpoles until now.
    .-= Trachalio´s last blog ..Roleplay Madness =-.

  3. The Game says:

    Hey Trachalio, try checking out our guide to 4e accessories, condition tracking section. It should have most of what you’re looking for: http://critical-hits.com/features/guide-to-4e-accessories/#condition

  4. Trachalio says:

    Thanks for the heads up Dave! :)
    .-= Trachalio´s last blog ..Roleplay Madness =-.

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