Rose Estes (the writer of many of the original Endless Quest books) — joins Matt Forbeck (the writer of the latest Endless Quest books) to talk about the development of early D&D fiction.
Join us for an all-star panel discussing D&D fiction throughout the years, featuring Rose Estes, Ed Greenwood, Jeff Grubb, James Lowder, and Matt Forbeck.
Join Ed Greenwood (the creator of the Forgotten Realms) and Forgotten Realms novelists Jeff Grubb and James Lowder to discuss how some of D&D’s most legendary stories came to be.
Join Dungeons & Dragons historians Ben Riggs, David M. Ewalt, Jon Peterson, and Mike Witwer to discuss the history behind the design and development of D&D.
Join Tracy and Laura Hickman (the creators of Ravenloft) and James Lowder (Ravenloft novelist) to discuss the scariest of the official D&D settings and how it first spawned.
Learn some of your favorite moves from the 80s MTV days and 70s disco. Just have a great sense of humor. I can help you be in the middle of the circle on the dance floor!
We have been singing at Gen Con for over 10 years bringing you sweet, sweet a cappella music from all genres. Start out the Con with some awesome entertainment!
Thurston Hillman, Creative Director of Starfinder, leads a party of Pathfinder AND Starfinder Second Edition heroes through an adventure that crosses the boundaries of space, time, and magic.
Consider a travel loop through northern Indiana and Ohio to explore settings that are intriguing from a tourist’s, earth scientist’s, and GM/storyteller’s perspectives! We’ll have lots of photos and supplemental travel tips for seven major locations including the region’s best state and national parks, Scott and Jennifer Rice-Snow host the ground4inspiration.net web compendium of 40+ […]
Practical exercises and scenario-based learning are vital tools in an educator’s toolbox. However, designing an effective exercise that reinforces key learning objectives while providing appropriate feedback and maximizing available resources can be a daunting prospect. In this course, we will discuss key planning considerations for creating learning exercises that are appropriate to your learner’s current […]
The last 15 years have seen a massive transformation in how audiences consume entertainment. As pop culture has become synonymous with comic books, gaming, and anime, it’s clear that the way brands tell stories and engage with consumers is undergoing a massive shift. In order to connect with today’s content hungry audiences, studios must embrace […]
Short stories are a huge part of the science fiction, fantasy, and horror genres. They’re the perfect medium for early writers to hone their craft and for experienced writers to show off their storytelling skills. Short stories can be a wild experiment in style and form. Learn how to get started in this unique medium: […]
Who doesn’t love a dress up montage? A shopping session? A beach episode? When the heroes of your stories need a moment to collect themselves, rest, and recover after dangerous encounters and before taking on the next challenge, how can you make the most of these natural dips in intensity? Our panel will discuss why […]
The festive atmosphere of Carnivalle still lingers in the evening air, as the Hanataz gather around and play games with the Deck of Perilous Fortuity, the preferred card deck in the fantasy world of Zyathé – and YOU are invited to play! This will be a casual evening of frivolity, with door prizes being given […]
Ed Greenwood joins the BMG storyline architects to discuss the many organized campaign the Forgotten Realms has hosted, from Living City to Adventurer’s League storylines.
Ed Greenwood joins the BMG storyline architects to discuss the many organized campaign the Forgotten Realms has hosted, from Living City to Adventurer’s League storylines.
Abe no Seimei is a figure surrounded by myth, from his rumored kitsune bloodline to his legendary powers of divination. But unlike his Western corollary Merlin, Abe no Seimei was a real person with a life recorded in court and legal documents. Who was he, and how many of the fantastic deeds attributed to him […]
The term Universal Design was coined by an architect in 1985. The core concept is to design from the ground up to remove barriers, rather than doing it as a checklist at the end. Recently, this concept has gone beyond physical limitations and now includes designing for neurodiversity. Ethically, you want your product to be […]
We will be learning basic hand sewing and crafting techniques to create a unique accessory. Bows, fascinators, sash belts, and bags will have patterns and guided help. Or go freestyle and make your own piece! Materials are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own fabric and decorations if you wish.
Join JamieDaggers on a quest to punch up your miniature basing techniques! Following simple guidelines, you’ll learn how to turn everyday objects into tools for basing variety!
10 figures will be displayed on a beautiful wooden base made by a talented woodworker, There will also be a certificate with the signatures of the participating artists! The display and certificate will be sold for auction on Saturday in the auction room. All proceeds go to Gen Con’s 2024 charity partnership.
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