Dungeon Master’s Block

245: Prologues, Prequels & Flashbacks

Feb 9, 2022
The hosts discuss the concepts and benefits of prologues, prequels, and flashbacks in D&D campaigns, including engaging players in the history of the world and developing character backstories. They emphasize the importance of player agency and the challenges of creating these narrative devices. They explore the use of flashbacks in tabletop role-playing games and offer tips on implementation. They also discuss the use of flashbacks in season one of the podcast and encourage listener engagement.
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