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submitted 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) by TheDoctor@hexbear.net to c/games@hexbear.net

I just wanna start DMing a game and I need to buy $150 in books to do so? The fuck.

Edit: Lots of people telling me to play other systems. Here’s what’s up:

  • I want to play a 1-on-1 game with my wife
  • I’ve never DMed before
  • She’s never played a TTRPG, so this would be her introduction
  • She’s been reading a lot of fae-related fantasy, which has me thinking she may want to play roleplay heavy with some fae storylines present
  • Ideally the system wouldn’t be too crunchy or combat focused

Edit 2: I’ve spoken with her and she actually wants a more modern setting

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[-] Frank@hexbear.net 5 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

Disregard this I didn't notice it was you. That said, have you tried any of those systems? I'd like to hear your thoughts.

Have you tried other systems? D&D is not a very good story telling system. I'm not sure what the state of the art is but systems like Powered By The Apocalypse had a reputation as good story and character focused systems a few years ago. Mouse Guard, Lamentations of the Flame Princess, and Blades in the Dark are all supposed to be quite good for that.

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