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Exploring The Genesis Deck. Indie TTRPG Tools & Worldbuilding with Peter Olsen (Episode 241)

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We sat down with Peter Olsen, the mind behind The Genesis Deck! This innovative storytelling tool is changing how GMs and players approach worldbuilding, improv roleplay, and creative writing.👉 Don’t forget to like 👍, subscribe 🔔, and comment 💬 your favorite takeaway!⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Introduction02:14 – What is The Genesis Deck?07:32 – How did you come up with the idea?13:27 – Who do you imagine using this deck?19:05 – Favorite card prompts and why they resonate26:48 – Biggest challenges in designing the deck34:10 – Unexpected ways players have used The Genesis Deck41:22 – How the deck helps with worldbuilding49:15 – Advice for aspiring TTRPG creators56:03 – What’s next for The Genesis Deck?01:02:45 – Closing thoughts & where to find it online✨ What You’ll Learn:How The Genesis Deck works and why it’s uniquePractical GM tips for using it in campaignsThe creative process of indie RPG designAdvice for making your own TTRPG tools🔗 Links & Resources🌐 The Genesis Deck: https://thewhaleshark.itch.io/the-genesis-deck🌐 Order a copy of the deck here: https://www.thegamecrafter.com/games/the-genesis-deck📱 Follow Peter Olsen: https://bsky.app/profile/thewhaleshark.bsky.social🔥 If you love TTRPGs, worldbuilding, and creative GM tools, this episode is for you!#️⃣ Hashtags#TTRPG #Worldbuilding #TheGenesisDeck #TabletopGames #GMtips #Storytelling #IndieRPG

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