More Magic in RPGs (with China Miéville)
The GROGNARD Files
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Nostalgia and Revelations in RPG Adventures
This chapter reflects on the speakers' return to tabletop role-playing games, particularly AD&D, after a long hiatus, filled with reminiscing about lengthy gaming sessions and the creative freedom of their earlier experiences. They discuss the evolution of gameplay styles, contrasting the permissive and imaginative nature of their past with the more structured approaches of modern tabletop games. The conversation also explores the role of nostalgia, the social dynamics within gaming sessions, and how personal experiences have shaped their current gameplay philosophy.
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