The Lazy RPG Podcast - D&D and RPG News and GM Prep from Sly Flourish Ruins of Blood and Sand – Dragon Empire Prep Session 5
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Dec 13, 2024 Discover the art of campaign preparation as the speaker navigates the complexities of character interactions and player dynamics in a ruined city. Explore strategies for balancing challenge ratings and gameplay with corrupted creatures. Dive into crafting engaging narratives that allow for player agency amid intense scenarios. Learn about innovative insect-themed magic effects for armor and community engagement through RPG resources. Each topic unfolds the richness of storytelling and gameplay in the Dragon Empire.
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Unlikeable NPC
- Mike's players dislike a particular NPC despite efforts to make him likable.
- The players accept the NPC's role in entering the Dragon Empire with illicit goods, acknowledging the inherent danger.
Monster CR Adjustment
- Adjust challenge ratings (CR) for lower-CR monsters from Tales of the Valiant.
- Treat CR 1-3 monsters as one CR higher to balance their high damage output relative to player hit points.
Low-CR Monster Danger
- Be cautious with CR 1 and 2 monsters in Tales of the Valiant.
- They often deal excessive damage compared to their CR, potentially one-shotting characters.
