Lazy Dungeon Masters Checklist

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topic: βš”οΈ Role-playing
source: Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master
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1. Review the Characters

Players want their characters to do awesome things

2. Create a Strong Start

You only have control over a game at the beginning of a session

3. Outline Potential Scenes

Keep your scene descriptions short

4. Define Secrets & Clues

Secrets and clues are the glue of your game

5. Develop Fantastic Locations

Preparing fantastic locations

6. Outline Important NPCs

Creating characters on the fly

7. Choose Relevant Monsters

Choosing monsters and building encounters

8. Select Magic Item Rewards

The Importance of Magic Items