The Lazy RPG Podcast - D&D and RPG News and GM Prep from Sly Flourish The Void Dragon – Dragon Empire Prep Session 42
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Oct 31, 2025 Mike dives into prepping for his Dragon Empire campaign, revealing insights on switching games to Discord and the tools that help. He highlights the tense aftermath of defeating a dragon and sketches a risky journey to the Bloodspire. A young void dragon ready to wreak havoc sets the tone for thrilling encounters ahead! Mike also discusses clever dungeon designs, NPC roles, and how to balance player magic items without disrupting gameplay. With strategic planning and imaginative encounters, the excitement for the next session builds!
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Con Experience And Online Tools
- Mike shares his recent experience attending Game Hole Con and playing Tales of the Valiant there.
- He found online tools from the COVID era (Discord, Foundry) useful but prefers lighter tools like Albert Rodeo.
Start With A Strong, Immediate Hook
- Do use a strong start to immediately draw players into the scene, like a young void dragon ripping free from a rift.
- Anchor the session around a vivid, present danger so players engage quickly and decisively.
Use Leylines As Strategic Secrets
- Leylines as environmental secrets create strong campaign hooks, like a dying Red Road with cracked obelisks.
- Draining that last leyline energy into an infernal machine makes a compelling and believable villain goal.
