Appendix N
The Vintage RPG Podcast
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Literature's Influence on Dungeons & Dragons
This chapter explores the significant influence of literature, particularly the novels in Appendix N, on the game Dungeons & Dragons. It discusses the role of literature in shaping the storytelling experience of players and the inclusion of an appendix in the new edition of D&D that acknowledges this influence. The chapter also touches on the evolving appreciation for fantasy literature and the existence of strong female characters in some stories.
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