This episode, Keeper Bridgett and Guest Keeper Evan Perlman discuss…wait for it…wait for it…waaaaaaait for iiiit… Tension in Storytelling. We’ll discuss what tension is, why it’s important, how to deploy it, and how to keep your players on the edge of their seat! 

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Bridgett’s Pet Pick Shout Out

Tonight, I’m shouting out Muffin, pup posted by LauraB. I’m getting cinnabon vibes from this baby, but Muffin is a perfect pup with super sweet eyes. Thanks for sharing LauraB!

Main Topic

Tonight we’re discussing Tension in Storytelling. We’ll discuss what tension is, why it’s important, how to deploy it, and how to keep your players on the edge of their seat! 

This is such an important topic and such a customizable skill. I know this. You know this, obviously, this was your episode idea, Evan, but our listeners may not. So let’s start off strong! What is Tension and why do we care?