January 18, 2022

What Makes a Perfect DM

25 minutes

Welcome back to the 28th episode of How to Be a Better DM.

Today I get to introduce you to my new team member Tanner Weyland!

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Today we talk about what makes a perfect DM.

Here are some highlights of the show:

Energy
Unique creativity
Allowing the characters to do their own thing
Not being harsh

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Finally, leveling up as a DM can be as fun as leveling up a character.

Level Up Guide

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By Justin Lewis

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