Advice: How to Make Somebody Pregnant

Did that catch your eye? This post isn’t about the mechanics of intercourse or reproduction–this is the Internet, after all, and there are other sources to learn about that. This is also not about intercourse in role-playing games, because talking about that would inevitably lead to a discussion of F.A.T.A.L.–the game that serves as a…

Thinking About Systems

Reading Charlie’s commentary from last week got me thinking about how mechanics affect role playing.  Most RPGs are fairly complex games.  As such, they can be enjoyed on many levels.  This is where the old Gamist/Narrativeist/Simulationist discussion would come in, but that’s really not the point of this post.  What is the point, however, is that…

Play By The Rules: Random Character Benefit Generator

Guided by a firm belief that the books are just the beginning, we here at Intwischa are pleased to present “Play By The Rules”, an ongoing series that will provide custom mechanics for your favorite RPGs!  These posts will strive to give players and storytellers alike original, creative, game-ready ways to add spice and texture…

Play by the Rules: Random Character Flaw Generator

Guided by a firm belief that the books are just the beginning, we here at Intwischa are pleased to present “Play By The Rules”, an ongoing series that will provide custom mechanics for your favorite RPGs!  These posts will strive to give players and storytellers alike original, creative, game-ready ways to add spice and texture…

Advice: Portraying Characterful Emotions with Method Acting

DISCLAIMER: I’m not an actor. I’ve never taken an acting class. Like any good geek, I was curious about the topic, read a book, and now like to pretend I’m an expert. Do not be fooled. You’ve been warned. Intwischa has spoken often of characterful experiences in gaming. Inspired by a recent Lifehacker article to…