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Large Player Groups

Large Player Groups

Update: 2025-10-15
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Running a game with a large table can feel like wrangling a small army—but it can also be hugely rewarding if you know how to manage the challenges. In this episode, Mark and Ben talk about the hurdles that come with oversized groups: scheduling nightmares, spotlight imbalance, scaling encounters, and keeping everyone engaged. From coaching player discipline to clever encounter design, we’ll share tips for keeping the game moving, making sure quieter voices don’t get lost, and balancing the chaos of extra characters. Plus, we’ll talk about the surprising benefits—like bigger stories, wild synergies, and the joy of bringing all your friends to the same table.

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Large Player Groups

Large Player Groups

Ben Dyer