HSG91: RPG Storytelling Part 2: MetaGaming MetaKnowledge & Other Thought Crimes

Rob from The Table is Yours podcast returns in our continuing series on RPG storytelling. This week we tackle the dreaded MetaGaming! Scourge of all RPGs? Well... it's not so simple. Many GMs and gamers hate when a player character acts on information and knowledge their character couldn't possibly possess. But, we permit many other forms of MetaGaming and MetaKnowledge, such as rewarding good roleplay at the table!We dissect this topic from multiple angles and include tools and frameworks to use MetaKnowledge and MetaGaming in ways that aid the game. Hint: character success is often not the right way to use MetaKnowledge! We'd love your feedback on this episode be sure to join the discussion with one of the many links below. We have merchandise now!Listen now on:iTunesGooglePlaySpotifyStitcherOther places you can connect with the HSG Squad:Facebook @High Shelf Gaming PodcastTwitter @highshelfgamingTwitch /highshelfgamingDiscord Chat https://discord.gg/tMPCXgN