The return of the classic GenCon "audience participation to craft an unofficial D&D story" event. Watch the hilarity ensue as audience members like you give Ed Greenwood ideas.
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You and other audience members contribute ideas that Ed will turn into an unofficial fanfic story that might be set in some wild version of the Realms. It will be as dignified as the audience decides.
Burning Wheel HQ's annual update on our games and plans. Come hear from Luke, Thor and friends about Torchbearer, Burning Wheel, Miseries & Misfortunes and more!
Learn about a few of the amazing moments in Japan's long history—from the Genpei War to the Meiji Revolution, girl power to magical red cows, archery contests to smallpox. With illustrations & photos!
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As the oldest monarchy in the world, Japan's had plenty of time for some amazing moments in history. Hear a few of the most important, most famous, or most fun—from the Genpei War to the Meiji Revolution, from girl power to magical red cows, from archery contests to smallpox—with illustrations, photos, ties to your favorite anime/manga, and plenty of geekery.
Swords, Spies & Shoggoths: The Pelgrane Press Panel
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Join Simon Rogers, Cat Tobin & others from the Pelgrane team for a behind-the-scenes look at what the award-winning UK publisher's been up to this year, & what they've planned for the coming year.
For those in the industry, new to the industry, or looking to get into the industry.
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Hosted by Darker Days Radio, this panel will talk about how to get into the TTRPG industry, what you can expect, advice for writing and getting started in writing, and other aspects you may not be aware of. Panelists will continue to be announced shortly. Panelists Kari Jo "Kage" Freudigmann (she/her) - Community Relations Rep for Roll20, Community Manager for Storytelling Collective, freelance TTRPG writer and layout designer, Mitch Bustillos of Necrobiotics, and Ben Riggs of Slaying the Dragon. Moderator - Crystal Mazur (she/her/mx)
Hear what it takes to create amazing TTRPG music from behind the scenes or on the world stage from Arcane Anthems, Denkles, Ginny Di, Lindy Day, Omega Jones & Will Savino.
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Join us as we explore the realities of being an independent musician in the TTRPG space. Learn how to use music in the right way to enhance your games, engage your players and entertain your audience. Audience Q&A at the end of the panel!
Tabletop Media & You: What We Do, Why We Do It, And How To Use It
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A panel of media creators from both board games and tabletop RPG discussing how we got into our areas, how we work with publishers, and some of the challenges we deal with in the industry.
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Featuring Charlie Hall (Tabletop Editor, Polygon), Lin Codega (Gizmodo/io9), Suzanne Sheldon (Master of Fireworks, Restoration Games), and Aaron Shanks (Marketing Director, Paizo Publishing). Q&A To Follow.
Writers and gamers discuss teen angst in roleplaying games.
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There's a growing set of TTRPGs that merge the complicated angst of teen existence into speculative concepts, whether it's giant mechas or being a literal ghoul. Why is this particular combination so popular right now? How do these two themes work together to create compelling storytelling and gameplay? Which titles are capturing this in the best ways, and are there ways it could be done badly? Join our panel of RPG writers and players as they discuss. Panelists: Sarah Hans (moderator), Brandon Crilly, Brandon O'Brien, Erik Scott de Bie. Track: GCWS Genre.
Expert writers discuss narratives in global Afrofuturist writing and incorporation of Afrofuturistic elements into your work.
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Join our panel of Afrofuturist writers as they discuss new worldbuilding and narratives in global Afrofuturist speculative fiction and avoiding tropes when incorporating Afrofuturistic elements into your work. Panelists: Dedren Snead (moderator), Derek Tyler Attico, Maurice Broaddus, John Jennings. Track: GCWS Worldbuilding.
Making the most of your cosplay budget, time, and skill level.
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Between the Halloween store and the ultra-detailed screen-accurate showstopper lies... the vast majority of cosplay! Let's discuss how to plan your build to make the most of your budget, time, and skill level.