Tag Archives: Gaming
Drinking Games: Beverage-Based Mini-Games for Your Taprooms and Taverns
Traveling adventurers often congregate in common rooms where alcohol is served – the classic medieval tavern, the neon-noir cyber-bar, and the scummy/villainous spaceport cantina. Such watering holes are excellent establishments in which to kick off a new quest, introduce an NPC, or count credits at the end of a mission. But if your group seems in need of a little unwinding, consider the possible perks of a well-placed pub game.
Signs of Silence: How House Rules Can Lead to Highlights
Back in the old days, our weekly gaming group was blessed with an abundance of players. Like, ten to twelve at a time. This created logistical problems – players were crowded into a room, people were jockeying for the DM’s attention, I had to share my 12-pack of Mountain Dew (noooo!), and even one round of combat took an especially long time. Despite our best efforts, there was a long wait between turns, so out-of-character side conversations would often erupt.
Deck (the Halls) of Many Things: Homemade Holiday Gifts for Gamers
If you fail your save against the Spirit of the Season and feel compelled to hand out gifts to your gaming friends, you have oodles of options. Nerdy merchandise is widely available in stores and online, but if you’re feeling frugal or craving crafts, here are a few ideas for making real-life relics for your favorite party members.
