Quantum Dice & Kobold Traps: Stories and Lessons from the Table
Description
Summary
We trade tabletop war stories—from a PvP dust-up featuring clandestine floor rolls to a Fireball that erased 28 tokens—and share DM mindsets that keep sessions fun. Topics: dice etiquette and transparency, when (not) to fudge, celebrating big player moments, and using enemy learning (traps, terrain, morale) to rebalance without punishing success.
Resources / Links Mentioned
D&D / TTRPGs in general
Pathfinder
Wild Magic Sorcerer (concept)
Kobolds & trap tactics
Shows referenced in banter: Dungeon Dads; Dungeons and Daddies; Dungeon Dudes
Key Takeaways
Establish visible rolling norms; callouts are easier when expectations are clear.
PvP often erodes trust; avoid unless group consents and guardrails exist.
Celebrate big wins (like encounter wipes); escalate smartly, not punitively.
Let the world adapt: spreads, cover, resistances, morale, traps, and intel.
Fudging is a spice; overuse breaks stakes. Use intuition and restraint.
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