Tabletop Design Circle (System - Setting - Story)

Tabletop Design Circle (System - Setting - Story)

Let's improve our game design skills together.

TYPE

Campaign

SYSTEM

Seminar
Game Master Workshop

LANGUAGE

English

EXPERIENCE

Open to all

AGE

18+
17 SEATS LEFT
Free

Details

Bi-weekly / Wednesday - 6:00 PM UTC

Mar 25 / Session 2

Session Duration / 1–1.5 hours

8 / 25 Seats Filled

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Schedule

Wed, Mar 25 | 6:00 PM – Session 2

Wed, Apr 08 | 6:00 PM – Session 3

Wed, Apr 22 | 6:00 PM – Session 4

Wed, May 06 | 6:00 PM – Session 5

Meet your party members

8/25

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About the adventure

Are you interested in game design? Do you want mini gatherings, seminars, and a chance to talk about tabletop RPGs? Come join us to learn, discuss, and brainstorm with other designers at the hub. At each gathering, we will examine a fragment of game design, discuss, and network with others who have a passion for designing RPGs. We will discuss topics ranging from genre focus to mechanics analysis, VTT setups, and more. Between gatherings, after the first week, we can vote on topics and deep dive together. So grab your ideas, expand your worldview, and let's see what we can bring to the table!

Game style

Realm Building

Game themes

Meet the Game Master

5.0

(167)

LGBTQ+
Neurodivergent
Game Designer

5 years on StartPlaying

1355 games hosted

Highly rated for: Teacher, Inclusive, Knows the Rules

Average response time: 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

About me

Hello, I am Matthew Pauze, and I have been a passionate Game Master since 1993. Throughout my years in the tabletop RPG and LARP communities, I have had the opportunity to run and participate in various systems. Currently, I reside in Canada with my family and partner. In 2019, with the rise of Covid-19, I shifted my focus to online platforms such as Discord and Roll20. I aim to introduce and highlight some of the lesser-known gems in the TTRPG community rather than just relying on popular systems like Dungeons and Dragons. In addition to my experience as a Game Master, I also have a strong passion for RPG design. I love exploring new and innovative ways to bring stories to life and create unique and memorable gaming experiences for my players. I am particularly interested in horror settings, as I find something extraordinary about creating an atmosphere of suspense and fear around the table. Another aspect of my work that I take great pride in is my ability to tailor my storytelling style to the needs and preferences of my player troupe. I understand that every group is unique and that I must adapt my approach to ensure everyone has a great time as a group. Whether adjusting the pace, adding more humor, or focusing on a particular story aspect, I always strive to create the ideal experience for my player's troupe. Please note that I do not generally offer my services for children's events. If I cannot accommodate a client, I will help get them in contact with someone who can. Note: Nazis, racists, sexists, transphobes, homophobes, and other bigots are explicitly prohibited from playing, reading, watching, or enjoying my games. In fact, I'd rather you avoided my games altogether. If you have to ask whether this statement is about you, it is.

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Character creation

Creating your character

Not needed. Come with an open mind to learn :)

What to expect

Preparing for the session

Join the discord in Prep Materials

What Matthew brings to the table

33 years of gaming experience and a knowledge of a vast variety of systems.

Equipment needed to play

Internet

Computer

Microphone

Safety

How Matthew creates a safe table

This is a seminar. If I need to kick you for safety reasons you have failed at empathy.

Content warnings

Safety tools used

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