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Chaos at the Table!

Apr 18, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Impulsive Chaos Revives Gameplay

  • Mitch's low-intelligence barbarian bypassed cautious trap planning by impulsively walking through hazardous traps, adding humor and momentum.
  • This impulsive chaos revived group energy and turned a stalled scenario into an exciting challenge.
INSIGHT

Tone Alignment Eases Chaos

  • Games thrive when player energy matches the game tone and GM's intention.
  • Misalignment between chaotic players and a serious GM creates tension and disruption.
ADVICE

Avoid Punishing Players In-Game

  • Avoid punishing disruptive players in-game; it likely worsens disruption.
  • Address serious disruptions immediately, but defer most discussions to after the session to maintain game flow.
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