How to Be a Better DM: Dungeon Master Tips for the DM Newbie, the Hobbyist and the Forever DM

A Simple Session 0 Checklist

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Welcome back to today's show.

Here's a simple session 0 checklist to help you set your games up for success

Get the First Session ScheduledSet Expectations2a. Your Expectations2b. The party’s Expectations and WantsTable RulesThe Premise of the StoryPlaytestingParty ConnectionsTools

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