Networking is an important part of the industry, but authors aren't leeches. Matt Forbeck, Gabrielle Harbowy, and Chris Bell give tips on how to be sure to give as well as take.
Come watch our intrepid adventurers battle their way through Gregory A. Wilson's Forbidden Library! All bets are off and nothing is guaranteed (well, except for an ax in the back).
Tour with an award-winning author through Norse mythology & the historical Viking era, how we've interpreted them differently down the centuries, & how we borrow from it in today's pop culture.
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The Vikings are having a moment in modern pop culture, what with Thor: Ragnarok, Neil Gaiman's book, and more. But much of what we see in modern interpretations is far departed from the original mythos, and little of it is in context with actual Norse life and culture. Join the author of The Songweaver's Vow for an overview of the historical Viking era, what we really know -- and don't know -- of Norse mythology, and how these ancient stories are still being told today.
Synthwave, vinyl, nuclear escalation. Echoes of the late 20th century are all around. This panel will explore tabletop gaming & nostalgia culture with creators of retro-setting games.
There's nothing wrong with a good old hack & slash, but sometimes you want...more. Let's talk about other kinds of challenges & how you can bring them to your game.
Off the Rails: Preparing for When the Party Does the Unexpected
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Have your players missed crucial plot points by doing something you didn't predict? Ruty Rutenberg & guests show you how to keep your session on track when the party goes off the rails!
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Have your players missed crucial plot points by doing something you didn't predict? Join Improv Master Ruty Rutenberg and guests as they show you how to keep your session on track when the party goes off the rails! Featuring: Adam Koebel, Reuben Bresler, Dustin Fletcher, & Devan Henderson
This panel introduces a variety of Role Playing systems for use in therapeutic role playing to help people unlock the full potential of this new approach to therapy. We examine mechanics to milieus.