Narrative Control

Hi, welcome to Narrative Control. This episode Justin and I talk about high prep vs. low games and the advantages and pitfalls of both. Hosts: Sean Nittner and Justin Evans Length: 29:33 Minutes Liner Notes [0:27] Introduction to the show. Zero prep vs. high prep games. [0:55] Rpgpodcasts.com bumper [1:16] Cage Match! We want two winners [1:32] Definitions: Zero Prep games. [2:21] Example of a zero prep game: Spirit of the Century. Pickup or zero prep? The same thing? [4:40] Even less prep: In a Wicked Age using oracles. [6:51] Story starts being developed during character/setting creation. Creates situation and conflict for the GM to use. [8:10] Definition: High Prep game [9:57] May create different player motivations. Instead of directing plot, pursue developing character or find a reason to connect to the existing plot. [11:00] Foster antagonism between the GM and players? [12:40] Listening to Have Games will Travel: For a Few Games More. Paul talks about different types of stories