Total Party Thrill: RPG Advice From Our Table to Yours TPT #357: Homebrewing Magic Items & Lady Death
Jan 4, 2024
The hosts dive into a new homebrew series focused on creating magical items tailored for players. They emphasize the importance of evocative names, storytelling, and customizing items based on party composition. Tips include asking key questions during design and incorporating player feedback. Plus, they introduce Lady Death, a historical sniper, alongside an exciting character build involving a Twilight Cleric and Assassin Rogue. Discover how to make magic items not just useful, but meaningful in your campaigns!
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Customize Items To Players' Wants
- Customize magic items to your table by matching items to player and character preferences.
- Ask what players like and whether the item complements or changes their build.
Item Appeal Matters More Than Existence
- An item only matters if a player chooses to use it, so appeal matters more than existence.
- Names and presentation often drive player attachment more than raw mechanics.
Invest In A Memorable Name
- Spend time naming items because names sell their importance and hook players.
- Use strong, evocative naming to justify players investing in the item's mechanics.