Dice Exploder Rumor Tables (Lorn Song of the Bachelor) with Nova
Feb 1, 2024
Nova, one of my favorite writers in the DIY elf game scene, joins the podcast to talk about making good random tables, adventures, and the power of point of view. They discuss the rumor table from Lorn Song of the Bachelor, the history and importance of rumor tables in RPGs, and the subtleties of dice probability. They also delve into the differences between random tables and pick lists, and the importance of rooms and passages in a dungeon.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Discussion of the 'Lauren Song of the Bachelor' module and its mechanics
02:53 • 3min
The History and Importance of Rumor Tables
05:56 • 20min
Narrative Structure and Design Choices in 'Lorn Song of the Bachelor'
26:12 • 6min
Subtleties of Rumor Tables and Dice Probability
32:28 • 4min
Random Tables and Pick Lists in Tabletop Role-playing Games
36:13 • 10min
Importance of Rooms and Passages in a Dungeon
46:14 • 3min