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From Pixels to Paper: Our DnD Love Story


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In this heartfelt episode of Couple A' Nerds, hosts DnDWife and Dungeon Master Eguile explore the unique dynamics of playing tabletop RPGs as a married couple. They delve into the joys, challenges, and intricacies that come with balancing the roles of husband and wife, DM and player. From their early days of gaming in Final Fantasy XIV to crafting intricate D&D campaigns, their journey is a testament to how shared hobbies can strengthen a relationship.

This episode covers:

The origins of their relationship and how gaming has been a cornerstone of their bond.

The pros and cons of being a DM and player couple, including the challenges of keeping secrets and avoiding spoilers.

The emotional and psychological benefits of D&D, especially during tough times.

How to handle preferential treatment and the importance of trust and respect in the game.

Encouraging significant others to join the TTRPG community and creative ways to introduce them to the game.

The concept of the 'page system' for integrating new players without overwhelming them.

Unique role-playing dynamics for couples, including playing as siblings, rivals, or even gender-swapping characters.

00:00:00 - DnDWife and dungeon master Eguile discuss tabletop adventures on podcast

00:05:22 - As a DM, you're always worried about spoilers

00:07:10 - There are a lot of real life troubles that can come about through DND

00:13:07 - More and more people are starting to play with their significant others

00:19:30 - For this new campaign in Extrayus, we actually have an actual couple playing

00:25:27 - For our next episode, we're looking into handling interpersonal conflict in DND

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Happy adventuring!

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You Heard it From UsBy DM Eguile & DnDWife