Dynamics

Thinking Critically: A D&D Discussion

Once again I'm joined by Ian a.k.a TheFoolishSwarmi, this time to talk about the different kind of dynamics in D&D. Most of the episode is focused on the discussion of how D&D is inherently a human experience, and how realising this and efforts to make the game more humane can drastically improve the experience for all at the table, in a safe way. TTRPGs operate in a shared space, and just as every table is unique, every group of players is it's own organism.

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• 02:32 - How Group Dynamics Affects the Game
• 25:16 - The Whole is Greater than the Sum of it's Parts
• 38:06 - Party Dynamics and Social Intelligence
• 49:18 - Building an Effective Character

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References:

• 'Structure' episode of Thinking Critically

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Intro Music: 'Local Forecast' by Kevin MacLeod
Intermission Music: 'Chill' by Kevin MacLeod
Outro Music: 'Local Forecast - Elevator' by Kevin MacLeod