Seminar
Playing an RPG is not like it used to be. There are so many different ways to play today. From a streamed game to a live production pre-recorded one all the way to stage performance live and finally in the privacy of your own dungeon with your OG party from back in the day. Playing […]
If you’re interested in designing your own RPG or partaking in the many and new “OGL”-like systems out there you’ll need to rise above and create some unique ideas. This panel focuses on unique game mechanics and how to implement them in order to stand out without over doing it.
Our guests will work with you, the audience to create a one-shot module for Dungeons and Dragons 5e, or any other RPG system as designed. This module will have multiple components to it such as Dungeon Design, Plots, NPC’s, Monster Stats, Items, Artifacts, Theme and more… The best part is, this module, once designed will […]
Our guests will work with you, the audience to create a one-shot module for Dungeons and Dragons 5e, or any other RPG system as designed. This module will have multiple components to it such as Dungeon Design, Plots, NPC’s, Monster Stats, Items, Artifacts, Theme and more… The best part is, this module, once designed will […]
Our guests will work with you, the audience to create a one-shot module for Dungeons and Dragons 5e, or any other RPG system as designed. This module will have multiple components to it such as Dungeon Design, Plots, NPC’s, Monster Stats, Items, Artifacts, Theme and more… The best part is, this module, once designed will […]
It’s time to play a good old fashioned RPG! This time though, we are watching our intrepid adventurers be taken through an adventure that was conceived, developed and prepared 24-48 hours ago at this very convention with you, the audience! Will the adventure work? Can the heroes traverse the minds of GameHole Con 2023? What’s […]
Experienced project leads discuss how to successfully lead a team of creatives to write, design, and publish a TTRPG book. Learn about the costs and realities of TTRPG publishing.
Military Veterans who have become TTRPG creators discuss their journey into TTRPGs and the impacts their military service has on their TTRPG creations.
Experienced project leads, designers, and creatives share their insights with you on how you can make it in the TTRPG industry. They’ll discuss the realities of pay and work opportunities as well as pitfalls to avoid on your adventure into the TTRPG design space.
Andrew Valauskas, designer of Fate of the Norns: Ragnarok, and Ed “Forgotten Realms” Greenwood, designer of Ath Cliath discuss worldbuilding tips and tricks. There will be a Q&A.
Andrew Valauskas, designer of Fate of the Norns: Ragnarok, and Ed “Forgotten Realms” Greenwood, designer of Ath Cliath, welcome you to THE most detailed fantasy city ever published, and show how you can use it in your own FRP campaign, regardless of game system. There will be a Q&A.
Andrew Valauskas, designer of Fate of the Norns: Ragnarok, and Ed “Forgotten Realms” Greenwood, designer of Ath Cliath, will share veteran GMing tips and tricks. There will be Q&A/troubleshooting.
“Behind the Spellbook” is more than just a panel of Wizards of the Coast designers – it’s a chance for the community to come together and engage with the game they love on a whole new level! With questions solicited from fans via social media, panel participants will delve into the most pressing topics in […]
Tabletop game design has never been bigger, and there are more opportunities than ever for new designers to enter the industry. In this panel, you’ll hear advice from veteran creators on making contacts in the industry, managing your schedule as a freelancer, and building your resume to land a full-time gaming job.
Crowdfunding has become a backbone of the TTRPG business, allowing creators to bring a staggering variety of projects to life. In this seminar, you’ll hear from creators who have guided multiple crowdfunded projects from launch to deliver. Learn about marketing, project management, and the details on the growing number of crowdfunding platforms.
Work with authors Jeri Shepherd (#1 Bestseller of The Broken Fault Lines, Cooper Ridge, & 100+ More Titles), Ben Wolf (Award-Winning Genre Fiction Author Of The Blood Mercenaries Series, Tech Ghost series, and dozens more titles), to break down the elements of a one-page campaign (characters, setting, objectives, obstacles). Learn how this common tool used […]
Do you players ignore your most obvious adventure hooks? Are you struggling to create encounters that click? Do you keep running into the same issues over and over again? Bring your pressing questions about GMing to this panel, and our expert game designers can help.
TTRPGs have always been driven by individual gamers with the time, energy, and willingness to create. Streaming is no different than any other aspect of the hobby. In this seminar, you’ll learn about the technology, techniques, and knowledge needed to broadcast your game to viewers around the world.
Whether you’re running a horror campaign and want to incorporate elements of the macabre into a different genre, our panel of experts can provide their design insights and experiences to set you on the road to terror.
A good adventure combines dramatic scenes, tactical challenges, and plenty of room for the player characters to turn, twist, and bend the story in ways that GMs never can seem to predict. In this panel, you’ll have the chance to talk to some of the TTRPG industry’s best designers and learn their tricks for creating […]
Get ready for an electrifying experience with Mind Twist, the ultimate game show event for Magic: The Gathering fans! Witness the excitement unfold as three awesome contestants go head-to-head in a thrilling series of rounds, showcasing their knowledge and wits through trivia challenges and captivating charades. But here’s the twist: audience participation is key! Cheer […]
A good monster can make the difference between another bland dungeon run and a terrifying crawl that keeps the players on the edge of their seats. In this panel, you’ll hear advice from veteran monster designers and have the chance to ask questions to sharpen your own creature building skills.
Narrative design stands at the intersection of game design and writing. On one hand, a good story can pull in a player and keep them engaged. On the other, games are player-driven experiences. How does a designer weight those two elements? What are the distinct challenges and opportunities in narrative design? Our panel of experts […]
Vikings have never been more popular! Andrew Valkauskas, author of the Illuminated Edda will bring the authentic myths to life. Dispelling some of the made-up elements by Marvel and others, you’ll get to hear the real tales as they inspired Lord of the Rings and much of our geek culture. Q&A will follow.
As TTRPGs have developed, a variety of design approaches have developed in response to player and DM demand. Over the past few years, some designers have taken the game play from the first decade for TTRPG design and melded it with mechanics from the latest decade. This panel tackles this design approach, providing insight and […]