Author Archives: joewolz

About joewolz

I am a co-host of 2 Gms, 1 Mic.

Episode Six: Plot Hooks and Misdirection

Posted on May 1, 2012 by joewolz

This episode is all about using plot hooks in play, as well as combining them with misdirection. We discuss what not to do as well as talking about some of our techniques for creating and maintaining plot hooks. If you … Continue reading →

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Joe Reviews: Background Noise

Posted on April 24, 2012 by joewolz

I have always loved random tables in my RPGs. I enjoy random games and random happenstance. Some of my favorite products are the random dungeon and character decks from Gamers Rule. I recommend you check them out if you also … Continue reading →

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Episode Five: GM Screens

Posted on April 17, 2012 by joewolz

This episode is about our favorite piece of GMing equipment: The GM Screen. Not everyone likes them, and we understand that, but we really like them. We detail what it is we like in a GM screen, what we don’t, … Continue reading →

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Episode Four: Character Creation as Play

Posted on April 3, 2012 by joewolz

In our games, we tend to use character creation as our first session. We all get together to sketch the setting, tone, and make the characters a cohesive group. This is because character creation is vitally important to RPGs, and … Continue reading →

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