Top Five Reasons Parents Should Encourage Dungeons and Dragons
Top five reasons parents should encourage their children to play Dungeons and Dragons
The Power of Storytelling
As a child I had a tape recorder by my bed. I would get one of the various tapes from my very full tape cabinet and listen to the stories as I fell asleep. I had so many: Roald Dahl, Just William, Tintin, The Hobbit, Harry Potter, and many more! I listened to my recording of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy so much that I could recite the whole first episode from memory (and can still do a decent chunk of it!) Going to bed did not often seem such an annoyance as a child… for I had my stories to listen to. Thinking back, I think these tapes were a strong contributing factor in my pursuing a career as a creative.
Dungeon Masters - Do’s & Don’ts
DO listen. It can be tempting to focus on your notes, but make sure you listen to your players to avoid missing important details. Great prep is crucial, so have all your notes ready beforehand. If you need to take a moment to write something down, ask your players to hold off until you're ready.
