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Jim Pinto
Prolific indie RPG designer and writer known for work on Protocol and Praxis, supplements for Legend of the Five Rings and other RPGs, and multiple published playsets and gamebooks.
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Jun 6, 2022
• 1h 60min
Round 16, Turn 05: "Root" with Trey, Tom, and jim pinto
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This week’s guest, Jim Pinto, is a prolific indie RPG designer known for his work on Protocol and other notable projects. He discusses the challenges of GMing, emphasizing the importance of admitting flaws to enhance storytelling. The conversation shifts to his love for the asymmetrical game Root, where each faction plays distinctly, requiring unique strategies. Jim also shares insights on designing games to minimize GM arbitration and enhance player agency. They explore the appeal of asymmetry in gameplay, highlighting standout examples like Twilight Struggle and Dune.
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