The Lazy RPG Podcast - D&D and RPG News and GM Prep from Sly Flourish The Valley of Blood – Dragon Empire Prep Session 3
Nov 22, 2024
Dive into thrilling heists set in the Maradi Empire, where loyalty and rebellion collide under dragon rule. Explore the burdens of treasure in a politically charged landscape and meet hobgoblin deserters navigating a war ignited by a dragon lord. Discover tips for creating balanced encounters with unique monsters like a mutant owlbear, and learn how to enhance your RPG note-taking. Don't miss out on exclusive content and resources for your tabletop adventures!
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Treasure as a Burden
- Mike Shea recounts a story from the TV show The Shield about corrupt cops stealing from the Armenian mob.
- The cops struggle with what to do with the stolen money, highlighting the burden of treasure.
Campaign Goal
- The players' goal in the Dragon Empire campaign is to thwart the empire by stealing treasure.
- This creates an interesting dynamic where treasure becomes a burden and risk.
Use Sourcebooks
- Use rich descriptions from sourcebooks to enhance your game world.
- Mike uses the Midgard Heroes Handbook to flesh out the Dragon Empire setting.
