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2025-05-22 00:45:04

Key of Worlds Scenario 10 – The Abhuman Effigy: Sly Flourish Patreon Exclusive
https://www.patreon.com/posts/key-of-worlds-10-129337475
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-04-11 08:45:04

The Blackspire Heist – Dragon Empire Prep Session 19: Sly Flourish Podcast
https://slyflourish.podbean.com/e/the-blackspire-heist-%e2%80%93-dragon-empire-prep-session-19/
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-04-01 20:45:04

RPG tip from the archive: Build encounters around the location and situation in the world.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-02-12 12:42:46

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@nprofile…yk3h tell me about it. It was fun to see you!

2025-01-24 21:45:06

RPG tip from the archive: Always keep an eye on your players. Are they bored? Frustrated? Disengaged? Draw them back into the game with something they enjoy
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-21 21:45:06

RPG tip from the archive: Physical well-made handouts can tactically tie players to the story as it goes on. Write in-character letters with fancy fonts on copper resume paper.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-21 15:45:05

RPG tip: Add a touch of variance to static monster damage by subtracting 3 and adding 1d6.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-20 21:45:06

RPG tip from the archive: Villains aren't aways afraid to die to the characters. Some know they serve a greater purpose in death.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-20 15:45:05

RPG tip: Keep a list of the characters in front of you throughout your game.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-20 09:45:06

Rolling Lots of D20s? Assume One Quarter Succeeds: SlyFlourish.com
https://slyflourish.com/one_quarter_succeed.html?rss=1
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-19 21:45:06

RPG tip from the archive: When the characters tend to wander around town, clarify their options or have something crazy happen. DMG page 79!
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-19 15:45:06

RPG tip: Index cards are one of the most flexible and useful tools in TTRPGs.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-18 21:45:06

RPG tip from the archive: Prepare the minis you need when you know you'll need them.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-18 19:45:06

Join the awesome Lazy DM community, get fantastic RPG resources, and support the work I do at the Sly Flourish Patreon!
https://www.patreon.com/slyflourish
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-18 15:45:07

RPG tip: Keep generic monster tokens on hand for improvised combat encounters.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-18 02:35:51

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@nprofile…3qul my wife used it for her DCC weird dice.

2025-01-18 01:45:05

SF Patreon Discord Connection Issues Hopefully Fixed: Sly Flourish Patreon Exclusive
https://www.patreon.com/posts/sf-patreon-fixed-120167205
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-17 21:45:06

RPG tip from the archive: Are assassins hunting down the PCs? What clues are they discovering? How are they hunting them down?
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-17 17:45:05

The Puzzle box – Dragon Empire Prep Session 9: SlyFlourish YouTube Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOxs66mrbUs
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-17 15:45:05

RPG tip: Use Staedtler medium point wet erase markers on your Pathfinder basic flip mat.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-17 09:45:22

The Puzzle Box – Dragon Empire Prep Session 9: Sly Flourish Podcast
https://slyflourish.podbean.com/e/the-puzzle-box-%e2%80%93-dragon-empire-prep-session-9/
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-17 02:46:41

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@nprofile…a8c4 @nprofile…rddr thanks!

2025-01-17 01:45:05

Let Characters Automatically Succeed Sometimes – Sly Flourish Patreon Podcast: Sly Flourish Patreon Exclusive
https://www.patreon.com/posts/let-characters-119912649
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-16 22:03:35

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@nprofile…a8c4 @nprofile…t7u7 @nprofile…cy6y @nprofile…rddr I wasn't sure if you could move your followers over to it or not. I'm not looking to start over.

2025-01-16 21:45:07

RPG tip from the archive: End sessions at the start of a major encounter to start strong at your next game.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-16 15:45:05

RPG tip: Use your current favorite TV show as a collection of NPC archetypes.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-16 12:59:21

For fun, I’ve been looking into self hosting a mastodon instance at my own domain. Masto.host seems to be a good and reputable host. But the cost is pretty high. Mastodon servers have a lot going on. They need to scale with all activity including followers. The cost is about $20 a month for 4K users. There’s a pretty high cost in both money and convenience to break away from centralized services.
Anyway, I’m probably staying here on my cozy chirp.enworld.org server. Thanks @nprofile…t7u7 and @nprofile…cy6y!

2025-01-15 15:45:06

RPG tip: Think about each character during prep. What do they want? What story hooks do they have? What monsters do they like fighting? What magic items do they look forward to?
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-14 21:45:06

RPG tip from the archive: Don't assume how the characters will react to any given situation.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-14 15:45:06

RPG tip: Write down where your session ended.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-13 23:08:50

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@nprofile…hg86 What a find!!

2025-01-13 21:45:06

RPG tip from the archive: Give players an overview of the structure of the city when running big city adventures.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-13 17:46:38

2025 D&D Monster Manual Concerns – Lazy RPG Talk Show: SlyFlourish YouTube Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5emXJhpZjDY
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-13 15:46:08

RPG tip: Write down NPC names.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-13 09:46:29

Let Characters Automatically Succeed Sometimes: SlyFlourish.com
https://slyflourish.com/let_characters_auto_succeed.html?rss=1
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-13 08:45:45

Monster Manual Concerns – Lazy RPG Talk Show: Sly Flourish Podcast
https://slyflourish.podbean.com/e/monster-manual-concerns-%e2%80%93-lazy-rpg-talk-show/
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-12 21:45:05

RPG tip from the archive: Some spells work really well with legendary monsters: Shield, Divine Word, Misty Step, Spiritual Weapon, Counterspell, Smite.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-12 17:45:06

Lazy RPG Prep and the Lazy RPG Talk Show: Sly Flourish Twitch Stream
https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2351353109
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-12 15:45:05

RPG tip: Start with what makes sense in the world. Adjust towards what's the most fun in the game.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-11 21:45:09

RPG tip from the archive: Always consider how you can make the abilities of the PCs shine in combat, exploration, and interaction. THEY are your heroes.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-11 15:46:20

RPG tip: Go with the rule of cool. If it sounds cool, work to help it happen
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-10 17:46:32

Unending Thirst Part 2 – Dragon Empire Prep Session 9: SlyFlourish YouTube Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eot7prjtvgE
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-10 15:45:13

RPG tip: Let the actions of the characters drive the story — not your initial big idea.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-10 09:45:05

Unending Thirst Part 2 – Dragon Empire Prep Session 7: Sly Flourish Podcast
https://slyflourish.podbean.com/e/unending-thirst-part-2-%e2%80%93-dragon-empire-prep-session-7/
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-10 01:45:05

Steal Character Archetypes from a Single Show – Sly Flourish Patreon Podcast: Sly Flourish Patreon Exclusive
https://www.patreon.com/posts/steal-character-119674587
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-09 22:16:43

RPG tip from the archive: Spend the time to actually read the Monster Manual. It has hundred of adventure ideas packed into it.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-09 15:45:05

RPG tip: Set up locations and inhabitants separately. Let inhabitants move around depending on what happens.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-08 21:45:07

RPG tip from the archive: Let the players discover the number of enemies they're likely to face in a big dynamic area. How many hill giants can they expect to find in the steading of the hill giant chief?
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-08 17:45:05

Twelve Types of Medieval Artwork for your fantasy RPGs: SlyFlourish YouTube Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Txk4WDTM7S0
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-08 17:45:05

Delving Into Shadowdark: SlyFlourish.com Article from the Archive
https://slyflourish.com/delving_into_shadowdark.html
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-08 15:45:05

RPG tip: Prep what you need to help you improvise during your next session.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-07 21:45:05

RPG tip from the archive: If you can't remember the PC's names, you likely aren't paying enough attention to them.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-07 15:45:22

RPG tip: Plan a strong start. What happens at the very beginning of your next session to draw players into the game?
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-06 21:45:41

RPG tip from the archive: Ask players to define interesting physical characteristics of monsters to draw them into the story and help you identify targets in combat.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-06 17:45:08

OGL Fiasco Two Years Later – Lazy RPG Talk Show: SlyFlourish YouTube Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1m2KLPf9k4
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-06 15:45:06

RPG tip: Use a mixture of random treasure and magic items selected for particular characters. Prep treasure parcels ahead of time.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-06 09:45:05

Steal Character Archetypes from a Single Show: SlyFlourish.com
https://slyflourish.com/characters_from_tv_shows.html?rss=1
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-06 08:48:41

OGL Fiasco Two Years Later – Lazy RPG Talk Show: Sly Flourish Podcast
https://slyflourish.podbean.com/e/ogl-fiasco-two-years-later-%e2%80%93-lazy-rpg-talk-show/
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-05 21:46:35

RPG tip from the archive: Your friends love you. You're game will be great.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-05 19:45:06

Get weekly RPG articles and a free adventure generator PDF by subscribing to the Sly Flourish newsletter!
https://slyflourish.com/subscribe/
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-05 17:45:06

Lazy RPG Prep and the Lazy RPG Talk Show: Sly Flourish Twitch Stream
https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2345038137
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-05 15:45:06

RPG tip: Draw small maps so players can see what they've explored so far.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-04 21:45:06

RPG tip from the archive: Set things on fire.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-04 15:45:06

RPG tip: Staedler wet erase markers work very well on the Pathfinder basic flip mat.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-03 21:46:37

RPG tip from the archive: Not every monster needs to be dropped to zero hit points. Dispel magic on a lich's phylactery is enough if the story is cool.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-03 17:46:15

Pit of Unending Thirst – Dragon Empire Prep Session 7: SlyFlourish YouTube Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BT-HtBVh1_0
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-03 15:45:06

RPG tip: Use little adhesive tabs to bookmark monsters in your monster books. There's no need to copy them elsewhere.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-03 08:45:05

Pit of Unending Thirst – Dragon Empire Prep Session 7: Sly Flourish Podcast
https://slyflourish.podbean.com/e/pit-of-unending-thirst-%e2%80%93-dragon-empire-prep-session-7/
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-03 01:45:06

Free Dice Roller – Sly Flourish Patreon Podcast: Sly Flourish Patreon Exclusive
https://www.patreon.com/posts/free-dice-roller-119183620
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-02 21:45:07

RPG tip from the archive: Build historical layers to your dungeons. What is it now? What did it used to be? And what before that?
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-02 19:45:08

Pick up Lazy DM books and fantastic adventures at the Sly Flourish Bookstore!
https://shop.slyflourish.com/
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-02 17:45:05

Track Character Info – Lazy DM Tip: SlyFlourish YouTube Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cK2YALHIOU
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-02 15:45:06

RPG tip: Use static initiative of 10 + dex for monsters so some players go before them and some go after.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-01 21:45:05

RPG tip from the archive: Move quickly to the actions and decisions of the characters.
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-01 17:45:06

Offer Choices at the End of the Session: SlyFlourish.com Article from the Archive
https://slyflourish.com/offer_choices_at_the_end_of_the_session.html
#dnd #ttrpg

2025-01-01 15:45:25

RPG tip: Prepare for single big monsters to be banished or otherwise completely incapacitated when the characters reach 7th level or above.
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-31 21:45:06

RPG tip from the archive: Write down notes on your last game as close to the game as you can while it's fresh in your head.
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-31 15:45:07

RPG tip: Require exotic material rewards for crafting particular magic items. Now the exotic material becomes the reward.
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-30 21:45:05

RPG tip from the archive: Did a character leave the story and then return? Bring the player in to fill in what happened.
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-30 17:45:06

Monster Overhaul Spotlight – Lazy RPG Talk Show: SlyFlourish YouTube Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxL3RQRmHaw
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-30 15:46:08

RPG tip: Keep a treasure parcel in your prep notes. Reward it, or pieces of it, when it makes sense.
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-30 09:45:34

Free Dice Roller: SlyFlourish.com
https://slyflourish.com/free_dice_roller.html?rss=1
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-30 09:45:09

Monster Overhaul Spotlight – Lazy RPG Talk Show: Sly Flourish Podcast
https://slyflourish.podbean.com/e/monster-overhaul-spotlight-%e2%80%93-lazy-rpg-talk-show/
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-29 21:45:05

RPG tip from the archive: Don't judge your games by what you see on the net. Learn from them but remember, you're doing great.
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-29 19:45:22

Get weekly RPG articles and a free adventure generator PDF by subscribing to the Sly Flourish newsletter!
https://slyflourish.com/subscribe/
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-29 17:45:06

Lazy RPG Prep and the Lazy RPG Talk Show: Sly Flourish Twitch Stream
https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2338920018
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-29 15:45:47

RPG tip: Keep track of the magic items each character has. Review it when planning treasure in future adventures.
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-29 02:13:23

Took my own advice and added adhesive labels to my D&D and Tales of the Valiant books. #dnd #tov #ttrpg
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2024-12-28 21:46:40

RPG tip from the archive: Offer multiple paths for long-distance travel.
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-28 15:45:20

RPG tip: Choose monsters based on the situation even if they're really easy.
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-28 00:10:40

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@nprofile…gfmr boom! Congratulations!

2024-12-27 21:45:05

RPG tip from the archive: Feel free to break out of the perspective of the PCs to let them get a glimpse of the villains they face.
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-27 15:45:17

RPG tip: Get into the head of your NPCs. What do they want? What do they fear? What do they have to offer?
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-27 01:45:28

Setting Up Situations – Sly Flourish Patreon Podcast: Sly Flourish Patreon Exclusive
https://www.patreon.com/posts/setting-up-sly-118733102
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-26 21:45:06

RPG tip from the archive: Separate dungeons and encounter areas from monsters and villains to help you customize encounters based on PC decisions.
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-26 19:45:07

Pick up Lazy DM books and fantastic adventures at the Sly Flourish Bookstore!
https://shop.slyflourish.com/
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-26 17:45:07

2024 TTRPGs Year in Review – Lazy RPG Talk Show Special: SlyFlourish YouTube Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQAHrgu06Sk
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-26 15:45:55

RPG tip: Aim for four players.
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-26 08:45:43

2024 TTRPGs Year in Review – Lazy RPG Talk Show Special: Sly Flourish Podcast
https://slyflourish.podbean.com/e/2024-ttrpgs-year-in-review-%e2%80%93-lazy-rpg-talk-show-special/
#dnd #ttrpg

2024-12-25 21:45:06

RPG tip from the archive: Bathe monuments in interesting lore, religions, and histories of the region.
#dnd #ttrpg