EPISODE · Dec 12, 2025 · 1H 47M
How to Build a TTRPG World in One Night (The Checklist)
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Send us Fan Mail🍻Join the Goblin Tribe: 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/TQTw4HUwUe💰 Support the Show & Get Pro GM Games: Patreon.com/u77121302🔗Link to template to follow allong: https://pricey-algebra-b31.notion.site/World-building-Template-2b7a99d780be80b8a8fed64b3d6454f5?source=copy_linkHey there, goblins! Worldbuilding is a massive topic, but today we’re cutting through the noise. We’re distinguishing between "Worldbuilding for Use" (getting a game to the table) and "Worldbuilding for Self-Indulgence" (writing lore that no one will ever see).We’ve created a 10-Question Framework to help you build a playable, lived-in setting without getting overwhelmed. We cover:Purpose: Is this for a one-shot or a level 1-20 campaign?Theme: Why you need ONE core theme (and 3 micro-themes).The Kitchen Sink: The debate between focused settings (like Ravenloft) vs. everything-goes settings (like Golarion).The Details: Hard vs. Soft magic, scarcity economies, and pop-culture inspirations.Plus: We announce our new $30 Patreon tier where YOU can play in a monthly game run by Eric!
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Send us Fan Mail 🍻Join the Goblin Tribe: 💬 Discord: https://discord.gg/TQTw4HUwUe 💰 Support the Show & Get Pro GM Games: Patreon.com/u77121302 🔗Link to template to follow allong: https://pricey-algebra-b31.notion.site/World-building-Template-2b7a99d780be80b8a8fed64b3d6454f5?source=copy_link Hey there, goblins! Worldbuilding is a massive topic, but today we’re cutting through the noise. We’re distinguishing between "Worldbuilding for Use" (getting a game to the table) and "Worldbuil...
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How to Build a TTRPG World in One Night (The Checklist)
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