
 Rationally Writing
 Rationally Writing Episode 26 - Tabletop RPGs and Writing
 Mar 11, 2017 
 Daystar, a tabletop RPG aficionado, and Alexander, a narrative-focused creative writer, dive into the intricate ties between gaming and storytelling. They discuss the unique challenges of GMing versus traditional writing, exploring player agency and character dynamics. The conversation highlights how unpredictable player choices shape narratives in RPGs, contrasting it with the rigidity of novel writing. They also touch on the complexities of world-building and the significance of balancing plot with meaningful content, showcasing the joys inherent in both mediums. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 3min 
 Crafting Narratives: From Tabletop to Novels 
 02:34 • 11min 
 Exploring Creative Writing Through Genre Blending 
 13:13 • 2min 
 Dynamic Storytelling in Tabletop RPGs 
 14:57 • 10min 
 Exploring the Balance Between Plot and Filler in Storytelling 
 25:16 • 3min 
 Storytelling Dynamics in RPGs and Beyond 
 27:52 • 10min 
 The Art of Tabletop World-Building 
 37:52 • 6min 
