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10th Annual Live Kickstarter Advice Panel!
Gen Con's longest running Kickstarter seminar. A Q&A event with top industry experts across design, publishing, manufacturing, pledge management, fulfillment, distribution, & retail sales. 1 day only!
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13th Age Monster Workshop
Join seasoned 13th Age designers to build a brand-new monster that takes advantage of the game's mechanics to deliver some nasty surprises at the table.
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1948, a Year of Big Changes: 75th Anniversary, National Security Decision Making (NSDM) Panel
Panel discusses year of "big deal" stuff that shapes us: Tojo et. Al. executed adds closure to WW2, but Cold War firming, Berlin, Koreas; Gandhi assassination/India; Israel formed, war. NSDM staff.
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Accessibility in Gaming
As the games industry is constantly changing and growing, accessibility in gaming has become a major topic. Panelists share their experiences and offer solutions for change.
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A Crash Course in Game Manufacturing
A crash course for game designers and publishers on game manufacturing. Tips on component choices and the production process. Ideas for running your crowd-funding campaign will be up for discussion.
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Afrofuturism and Community Work
Local creatives discuss how the futures they're writing about link to the futures they are creating in their communities.
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American Revolution, Land & Naval Strategy 1775-1783
American Revolution, Land & Naval Strategy 1775-1783, Sinews of War#3. Examines land & naval strategies on five fronts: Europe, India, East Indies, West Indies, Americas. By Merle Robinson, NSDM staff
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American Revolution, Rebels & Redcoats 1774-1781
American Revolution, Rebels & Redcoats 1774-1781, Sinews of War#1. Examines levers of power used by Colonials, England, Allies, mercenaries in 1st stage of conflict. Merle Robinson of the NSDM staff.
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American Revolution, Worldwide War 1781-1783
American Revolution, Worldwide War 1781-1783, Sinews of War#2. Examines levers of power used by France, Spain, Indigenous & International actors in 2nd stage of conflict. By Merle Robinson, NSDM staff
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An "Infernal" Salon—A Fun, Low-Stakes Writing Workshop
An interactive gaming and storytelling event with writers and game designers C. S. E. Cooney and Carlos Hernandez.
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Ask the Editor
Ask your questions about editing to our expert panel of editors.
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Basics of Small-Press Publishing in RPGs
Join the panelists as they discuss their experiences creating TTPRGs, funding them, taking them to production, & finding their audience.
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Black Lace and Candles: The Future of Gothic Fiction
Writers discuss current directions in the gothic fiction genre.
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Book launch party: Altaterra
Join author Dale E. McClenning and Brain Lag owner Catherine Fitzsimmons to celebrate the release of science fiction novel ALTATERRA!
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Boston Tea Party 250 Years Ago: Roots, Outcomes
Boston Tea Party as a root of the Revolution. The basis for event. What were the causes, what happened that night, and what were the consequences. Capt. Mark McDonagh, USN/ret., on NSDM staff.
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Building a Better Hand Puppet - Tips and Techniques
The internet is filled with patterns & pictures of fleecy friends, but if you want to build your own characters, you need an approach that that gives you strong results & makes your puppet expressive.
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Building a Successful Kickstarter
We've run over three dozen RPG Kickstarter projects over the last three years. Join us as we discuss best practices for the new and semi-new creators. Q&A to follow.
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Building a Successful Kickstarter
We've ran over three dozen RPG Kickstarter projects over the last three years. Join us as we discuss best practices for the new and semi-new creators. Q&A to follow.
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Building Character: Introducing Kobold's Tales of the Valiant & Eldritch Foundry's Custom Mini Maker
Design experts from Kobold Press & Eldritch Foundry offer a character creation crash course; walk away with a FREE character sheet & resin mini perfect for the TotV playtests running all weekend long.
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Building Community Among Your Readers
Writer Sandra Tayler teaches techniques to holistically engage your community of readers.
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But This is How I Write: When and How to Talk to Editors About Voice
Writers discuss when and how to stand up for one's personal style.
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Candlekeep Presents
Join designers, authors, and other creators from across the long history of the Forgotten Realms—from Ed Greenwood on down to today—to discuss their origins, past, present, and possible futures.
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Careful Cantrip Presents: We Have A Panel!
They actually gave us this panel! A 30-minute Careful Cantrip Meet & Greet. A place for the Trippers to finally unite! Do you have no idea who we are or what we do? Come find out! All are welcome!
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Celebrating Graphic Novels
Graphic novel writers discuss the state of writing - and their love for - graphic novels.
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Chernobyl, Fact vs Fiction, Drama, Demagoguery
The story is generally told to stress drama or harangue over reactors, loose with facts. This gives the physics & engineering. Capt. Mark McDonagh, physicist, retired nuclear sub officer, NSDM staff.
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Children's Books Are Not Just for Children
Writers discuss the importance of reading children's speculative fiction.
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Choosing Your Path: Writing Games for Player Agency
Game writers discuss choices and techniques for crafting interactive narrative.
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Christianity and Gaming Panel
Join us for a discussion on the intricacies of gaming as followers of Jesus. This will be a Q&A style panel with the majority of time spent responding to questions from the attendees of the event.
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Collaboration in Game Design
Game writers discuss nuances of collaboration - including their real world experiences - in game design.
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Comprehensive Intimate Scenes
Writers discuss techniques and considerations for broadening the spectra of intimacy in fiction.
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Content Creation and Production for Puppetry
Do you want to create production-quality videos and live streams for your puppet characters? We're here to help!
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Copyrights and Wrongs: Lessons from OGL 1.1 to Blood & Honey
We will cover recent popular events in Intellectual Property (IP) law—including D&D's abandoned Open Gaming License 1.1 and Winnie-the-Pooh Blood and Honey movie—as teachable moments for designers.
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Corvus Belli’s Gen Con’23 Studio Update
Among other Corvus Belli ambassadors, Carlos “Bostria” Llauger will host a presentation full of previews, announcements and insight information about INFINITY N4 and WARCROW Adventures.
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Cosplay Reeling: Intro to and Behind the Scenes of Cosplay Filming
Join us as we take you through filming Cosplay, creating a shoot, blocking and filming of a script and scenes, as well as behind the scenes looks at what we have on the pipeline.
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Crafting Your Cosplay Story
How to prepare competition documentation.
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Creating DEI Quests - Panel Discussion
Get ready to activate some Allies! Join our panel discussion creating DEI Adventure Quests with tangible actions to improve the lives of those that are most deeply affected by systemic injustices.
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Creating Fantasy Cuisines from Medieval Europe
Fantasy writer, cook, and entertainer Daniel "Doc" Myers teaches the basics of believable medieval-inspired cuisines in your writing.
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Creating Memorable NPCs for Game Masters and Authors
Join veteran GM, Dr. Rich Staats, as he describes creating memorable NPCs for Game Masters and Authors. This classic seminar started as a for-credit course at MIT.
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Creating Mörk Borg Compatible Content
Join our panelists as they discuss creating settings & rules that allow for each table that plays in their game to have unique experiences. Is there a line between too much & not enough?
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Creating Mothership Compatible Content
Discuss the ins and outs of putting together 3rd Party content for the sci-fi horror Mothership RPG. An ideal seminar for writers, designers, and the Mothership enthusiasts.
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Critical Gaming Journalism is Necessary
Journalist Linda Codega and a panel of industry colleagues (including Charlie Hall, Chase Carter, Christian Hoffer, and Dan Arndt) discuss why gaming journalism is a critical part of the ecosystem.
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Crowdfunding Do's and Don'ts
Planning to launch a crowdfunding campaign for your next tabletop game? Join BackerKit alongside industry experts to learn what you should, and shouldn't, do to set yourself up for success.
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Cuban Missile Crisis-How it MIGHT Have Gone Down
Cuban Missile Crisis: tense, some of what we are taught is mythology. Discusses real, potential war triggers and what a war in 1962 would have looked like. Capt. Mark McDonagh, USN/ret., NSDM staff.
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Cyberpunk Q&A
Join the team as they discuss what's what and what's planned for Night City and the Cyberpunk RED world.
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D&D Dungeon Mastering Tips & Tricks
Learn some best practices from Dungeon Masters at Wizards of the Coast! Also great for new DMs - learn where to start, resources available, and best beginner D&D adventures!
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D&D with Kids
D&D is for everyone, and more families are playing the game than ever before! Learn from experts in kid-focused D&D play on how to make your experiences with kids exciting and memorable!
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Deserts 2.0
Arid landscapes present a huge variety of scenes, interesting terrain, and challenging conditions. A GM/geologist highlights unusual story elements that can enliven your next desert adventure.
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Developing Your Own Long Running Campaign
Join us for an interactive discussion on how to start and maintain a long-running RPG Campaign Learn tips and tricks from module creation and story arcs to home brew character sheets and mechanics.
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Digital Future of Gaming
The fast-paced world of gaming is a mix of old steadfasts and exciting new experiments. What does the future hold?
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Dinner & Dice Rolls - On Feeding your Adventuring Party
This panel explores food's role in world-building and story development. Whether you're a writer, DM, or player, we'll help you go beyond the basic stew and brew with tips and free recipe cards!
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Do’s and Don’ts, Setting up your Trade Show
Have you ever been interested in building your own fan festival, convention, or event? Maybe just making one that you are currently running run better and smoother?
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Dramatic Interaction in RPGs Masterclass
Robin D. Laws and guests teach RPG structures & techniques to turn emotional confrontations between PCs from frustrating roadblocks into rich moments of human drama.
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Drones and Robotics in Modern Warfare
Recent drone use in Ukraine & elsewhere. Synergy of drones, robotics and AI. What drones can do, combat, surveillance, auxiliary missions, the way forward. By Merle Robinson, NSDM staff.
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East and Southeast Asian Writing Across Mediums
Expert writers discuss East and Southeast Asian writing and media across science fiction, fantasy, and horror in prose, poetry, and tabletop roleplaying games.
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Eberron and Beyond with Keith Baker
Join Keith- the game designer & novelist known for creating the Eberron Campaign Setting for Dungeons & Dragons. Discussion of Eberron past & present, behind the scenes tales & what's next.
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Effective Use of Props in Gaming
Join veteran GM, Dr. Rich Staats, as he describes tricks and tips for creating and effectively using props in a gaming environment.
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Electromagnetic Pulse, Potential, Fact v Fiction
EMP history, mechanism, worst-case potential. Capt. Mark McDonagh, USN/ret., a physicist with 12 years' Naval War College experience and currently on NSDM staff, separates fact from science fiction.
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Entertainment at the End of the World
Writers discuss the incorporation of entertainment into troubled worlds.
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Everything You Wanted to Know About Tabletop Media But Were Too Afraid to Ask
A panel of media creators from both board games and tabletop RPG discussing how we got into our areas, how we work with publishers, and some of the challenges we deal with in the industry. Plus a Q&A.
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Fan-Fest Coordinators Collaboration
Attention all fan-fest coordinators! Are you looking to grow your convention and create a larger network of attendees and vendors?
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Fantasy and Historical Fiction: Where Do They Overlap?
Writers discuss the cross-connections of fantasy and historical fiction in a modern context.
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Finding the Story to Market Your Work
Writer Sandra Tayler teaches techniques for comprehensive marketing.
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Fostering Great Writer-Editor Relationships (Session A)
Agents, editors, and writers discuss the ups, downs, and goals of editorial relationships.
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Fostering Great Writer-Editor Relationships (Session B)
Editors and writers - who have worked together - discuss the ups, downs, and goals of editorial relationships.
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Fostering Great Writer-Editor Relationships (Session C)
Editors and writers - who have worked together - discuss editorial relationships.
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Freelancing for Goodman Games
Come join Product Line Developers Michael Curtis and Chris Doyle to learn what it takes to be a professional freelancer for Goodman Games.
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From Table to Classroom: TTRPGs for Educators
How can educators bridge the game table and the classroom? Join a panel of designers and educators in discussion on the trials and triumphs of gaming as education.
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From the Tabletop to the Page: Comics, Crowdfunding, and Games
Tabletop gaming and comics are a natural pairing, and it's no wonder that many tabletop games have made the jump to comics. Game designers and comics creators, come together for this panel.
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Future of Tabletop Gaming
The golden age of tabletop roleplaying games hasn't arrived yet, but it's closer than ever. This talk covers the future of TTRPGs and their place in modern culture.
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Future of Ukraine & Eastern Europe
Future of Ukraine & Eastern Europe. A discussion of current events & next five years in Eastern Europe from the Arctic to the Mediterranean. By Merle Robinson of the NSDM staff.
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Gamifying Corporate DEI Programs
Last year, Morningstar shared the background behind the "Choose Your DEI Adventure Program" for corporations to increase DEI participation. What quests should we highlight for 2023-2024?
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Geeks' Cant Presents: The Future of D&D
The knuckleheads of Geeks' Cant discuss the evolution of D&D from 5e to whatever comes next and how it might affect creators and your gaming table.
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Geeks' Cant Presents: The Future of D&D
The knuckleheads of Geeks' Cant discuss the evolution of D&D from 5e to whatever comes next and how it might affect creators and your gaming table.
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Gen Con and CMU Applied Game Design Certificate 2023-2024
Learn about the courses being offered as through the Gen Con and CMich Press Game Design Certificate and the slate of courses for 2023-2024. Damon Stone will discuss his past and future courses.
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Getting Started with Dungeons & Dragons
Are you interested in learning how to play D&D, or thinking about returning after a break? Join a panel of teaching experts to learn where to start and how to find success in your D&D adventures!
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Global Hotspots 2023
The National Security Decision Making Game staff reviews recent changes and things to watch next year, including hotspots: China, Europe, Iran, Israel, Russia, North Korea. What's CNN missing?
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GM101 - Introduction to Gamemastering
Keeper, Dungeon Master, Game Master…there are many names for the job. Thinking about taking the reins at your game table? This seminar focuses on the and concerns common among new Game Masters.
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Gooey University - Immersive Adventures Made Easy
Join Alphinius Goo, Director of Gooey Cube, for an exciting, informative, and entertaining fireside chat about brightening up your table and making games memorable.
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Greater Than Games Annual Review
Leadership of Greater Than Games will discuss the past year (and other past years) as well as their upcoming plans for the next. A short Q&A will follow.
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Hacking in Fiction, Games, & the Media - The Good, the Bad, & the Bizarre
Join our panel of professional hackers as we discuss interesting & absurd portrayals of hacking of 2020-23 in games, movies, TV, & books. Learn ways to depict hacking in a fun but accurate manner.
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Handling Book Releases (Session A)
Writers discuss their Summer 2023 book releases - and how they're managing them.
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Handling Book Releases (Session B)
Writers discuss their Summer 2023 book releases - and how they're managing them.
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Handling Book Releases (Session C)
Writers discuss their Summer 2023 book releases - and how they're managing them.
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Handling Book Releases (Session D)
Writers discuss their Summer 2023 book releases - and how they're managing them.
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Hero Forge AMA Panel
Get all of your burning questions about custom miniatures answered!
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Hickman's Secret Projects
From the depths of Tracy Hickman's secret underground laboratory ... come learn what new gaming creation he has been building in his basement this year.
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How Augmented Reality Tabletop is the Future of Tabletop Gaming
Come see experts from leading tabletop gaming companies talk about how augmented reality is going to revolutionize the industry.
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How to Get Into Tabletop Roleplaying Game Writing
Tabletop roleplaying game writers discuss some of the best practices to get into TTRPG writing.
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How to Get Into Video Game Writing
Video game writers discuss some of the best practices to get into video game writing.
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How To Get Your Friends into RPGs
Panelists give some basic tips about presenting the hobby in accessible ways, suggest that D&D might not be the game to attract everyone, and suggest classic starter RPGs.
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How to Handle Exhaustion in a Creative Career
Writers discuss dealing with exhaustion in the year 2023.
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How to Livestream Your Actual Play Campaign!
Learn everything you need to know to start your own actual play livestream or podcast with the Dungeon Dudes and the cast of Dungeons of Drakkenheim.
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How to Run A Kickass Youtube Channel
Professor Dungeonmaster and Ben Milton of Questing Beast talk about what it's like to start and run a TTRPG Youtube channel.
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How to Run a Session Zero
Session Zero! What is it? Why is it? Learn how Session Zeros can manage expectations, set the tone, develop safety tools and polish characters to fit inside the adventure.
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How to Take Down a Billion-Dollar Company in 3 Easy Steps!
Hear the inside scope and the untold stories from the people on the front lines of the OGL 1.1 battle between Wizards of the Coast, Hasbro, and the TTRPG community.
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Humor in Speculative Fiction
Writers discuss the successful use of humor in speculative writing.
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Imposter In The Room
A panel discussing Imposter Syndrome & how to cope with it featuring a Therapeutic Game Master & other TTRPG professionals who manage Imposter Syndrome & the effects it has on their lives.
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In-Game Character Development
Join us for a fun discussion about how to develop and grow your character in a game or campaign. Learn tips on how to increase your enjoyment, and ways to approach your GM to get the most from a game.
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In the Shadows: Empowering Voices in Horror
Love horror? Dream of a more diverse future? Come learn how to give voice to those who are not often heard and gain tools necessary to co-create a more equitable and representative horror landscape.
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Introduction to DMing for D&D
Michael is a 35+ year veteran of running RPGs and will share some of his top tips and tricks to get started running games with a focus on fun for you and the players.
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Intro To Cosplay Crafting - Prop Making and Makeup
Join Valtir Faye, a talented cosplayer with experience in absolute transforming makeup techniques and styles, as well as unique prop crafting of varying skill levels of basic, to mind blowing.
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Invitation to the Ball: A History of Ballroom Dance and Culture
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture and find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, and why vampires love tango.
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Join the Gen Con Event Team!
Come learn about the Gen Con Event Team and how you can be a part of it!
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Ken and Robin Talk About Stuff
Robin D. Laws & Kenneth Hite talk roleplaying, history, conspiracy, occultism, writing, food, movies, & whatever you ask them about in this live edition of their award-winning podcast.
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Kickstarter & Crowdfunding 101
After 30+ successful campaigns, Kobold Press knows what it takes for a successful Kickstarter. The Kobold Press creative team breaks down what it takes & answers your questions directly.
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Kieron Gillen and Grant Howitt chat DIE: the RPG with Lin Codega
Games journalist Lin Codega interviews comics writer Kieron Gillen and game designer Grant Howitt about their project DIE: The Roleplaying Game - and probably several other things too.
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Kimono 101
Learn about Japanese kimono and how they are worn in this beginner-friendly workshop. This class will include some Japanese kimono, and a live kimono dressing demonstration.
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Land Your Character Arcs
Writers discuss development and conclusion of satisfying character arcs.
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Launching Your Board Game: Insights into Crowdfunding, Manufacturing, and Fulfillment
Learn the tips and tricks on how to successfully navigate funding, manufacturing, and fulfilling your board game idea. We'll have experts in each field to answer questions about your projects.
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Leading Tabletop Role Playing Game Development
Expert game writers discuss practices for leading TTRPG projects.
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Learning A New RPG System
Struggling to learn a new game system? Sit down with our panel of authors and expert game masters as we share insights into how to make first contact with a vast world of new and exciting TTRPGs.
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Learning Bitcoin through Games - A Gameschooling Case Study
Curious how to incorporate games into eduction? Learn how to make it work with this interactive session with the designer/author as he walks through his game/book journey.
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LegalGeek Q&A About IP Law for Game Designers
We are two gamers & legal professionals who love to serve game designers, having presented educational seminars at game conventions for 10+ years. Come ask questions & hear some war stories!
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Making Kingdom Hearts Make Sense
Kingdom Hearts is... a lot. Your host, Chris, is here to connect every dot, line, Heartless and Nobody.
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Marionettes for Theater
Come learn about what it takes to make and produce marionettes for the stage. Whether it's touring shows or theatrical productions, come for the process, stay for the marionettes!
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Marionettes on Screen
Join the lead puppeteers from Team America World Police to look behind the scenes of films & TV shows where marionettes are the actors! We’ll dive into the 5 W’s and how’s of marionette productions.
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Mental Health in TTRPGs (And how safety tools help, not hinder)
We will explore and talk about the mental health status in TTRPGs, and how it provides an outlet to those needing it.
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Micro RPGs: a Closer Look
Take a break from your campaign for a one-shot experience with your friends! Micro-RPGs are what you’re looking for- Well share where to find them, what to expect, and more!.
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Moar Storytime From Japanese History
How did a hostage situation lead to the rise of Cup Noodles? Who were the Shitennou before they were Sailor Moon villains? Come pick up a few more intriguing stories and facts from Japanese history!
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Narrative Nightmares and Lessons Learned
Writers discuss their own narrative nightmares - and how they moved on.
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Navigating 3rd-Party Gaming Licenses
Want to publish a gaming resource for a pre-existing system? This is the panel for you. We've run the gauntlet of licenses so you don't have to. Q&A to follow.
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New Directions in Story-Driven Games
Roleplaying game writers discuss new and emerging narrative games models.
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Obsidian Brews: A Black TTRPG Experience
Join veteran TTRPG players as we go over the ever evolving genre, our favorite systems, and what it means to be Black in the table top role playing community.
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Open Standards & Hybrid Projects: Independent Publishing and the OGL
With the controversy around the OGL, open standards for independent publishers and hybrid projects are more important than ever. Join Patrick Mooney (Nations & Cannons) for a panel discussion.
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Planescape: Adventures in the Multiverse D&D Product Preview
Get a sneak peek at this upcoming title, to be released in 2023.
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Playing TTRPGs with Writers Feeds Your Craft! (Session A)
Writers who love gaming discuss how role playing feeds their professional craft.
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Playing TTRPGs with Writers Feeds Your Craft! (Session B)
Writers who love gaming discuss how role playing feeds their professional craft.
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Poisons in Gaming/Literature: High Level Assassin Poisons
A new, system-neutral presentation by a physician toxicologist on poisons invented or discovered in the last 100 years that have been used for murder with game/writing suggestions. 8th year at GenCon.
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Publisher AMA on Designing, Developing, Printing
Panel with industry pros. Ask about any aspect of the game creation process, hear hard-won tips and insights. We reserve the right to lavish random giveaways and gifts upon you every 15 minutes or so.
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Puppet Arm Rod Symposium
Pro puppet builders will discuss the various types of arm-rod construction with methods and benefits of each. (That's the stick that the puppeteer holds to control the hands) Ask questions!
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Puppet Building for Television
The Camera sees everything! Or does it? Let’s take a look at the rigging and building that makes it look like a simple puppet can do it all!
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Puppet Building Techniques
Puppet building pros with seriously great credits will talk about various puppet building techniques, such as the wedge method, flat patterning, sculpting, and more!
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Puppet Mouth-Plate Symposium
Pro puppet builders will discuss the various types of mouth-plate construction with methods and benefits of each. (That's the bit that the puppeteer holds onto inside a puppet.) Come ask questions!
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Puppetry Program Kickoff & Make & Take
Get the puppetry party started in this welcome back seminar for the Gen Con Puppetry Program, 2023! Learn what we're doing this year, plus make your own easy-peasy puppet to take with you!
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Q&A Panel with Dungeon Dudes, GinnyDi, DnDShorts & PointyHat
Come join some of your favourite YouTube personalities in a fun and informative discussion about what goes into being a content creator in the TTRPG space!
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Queerness & Inclusion in Gaming
The LGBTQIA+ community has always been an active part of the gaming industry. In games we all can find empowerment, escape, inspiration, community, and purpose.
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Queernormative Language
Writers discuss language choices in queernormative writing.
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Quiet Doesn't Mean Cozy!
Quiet fiction writers discuss perceptions of the genre.
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Radiological Weapons, Exposure, Physiological Effects
Accidents, weapons: radiation is real, but effects dramatized or fictionalized? Fact v fiction, potential. Capt. Mark McDonagh, USN/ret., physicist, 12 years' Naval War College experience, NSDM staff
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Reactors & War Zones: Fact v Fiction, Demagoguery
Russians overrun Europe’s largest nuclear reactor site. Shells fall in sites' perimeters. Media sensationalize doom. The real risk, what's been done. Capt. Mark McDonagh, USN/ret., on NSDM staff.
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Reading and Discussion with Sheree Renée Thomas
Join GCWS Special Guest Sheree Renée Thomas for a reading and discussion, hosted by GCWS Programming Co-Lead E.D.E. Bell.
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Real People in a Fantasy World - Leveling Up Your D&D Character
How do you make your TTRPG character to feel like a real person? Join the Avantris crew as they discuss their process for bringing three dimensional characters to a world of imagination.
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Revising for Ableism
Professional editors discuss avoiding ableism in writing and word choice.
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Rivers 2.0
Rivers are barriers, travel routes, and watering places. Place your players/readers in memorable river scenes! Examine their distinctive challenges with a GM/geologist.
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Road Trip on the Kumano Kodō
The Kumano Kodō is 1 of only 2 UNESCO pilgrimage trails in the world, used since the 10th century by ascetics, samurai, emperors & monks. Learn the trail’s cultural history from someone who hiked it.
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RPG Design: Modeling the American Revolution
NSDM team's new American Revolution Game. Insights creating RPG model. Essential & flexible factual/counterfactual injects, roles, outcomes, keeping it credible. Moderator Jason Corner, lead designer.
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RPGs for Social Good: A Conversation with Authors and Designers
What are the possibilities for socially conscious gaming? Join Patrick Mooney (Lead Designer, Nations & Cannons), Lucas Zellers (Author, “The Book of Extinction”), and more for a panel discussion.
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R. Talsorian Games Q&A
Join our line managers and game designers as they discuss what's new and exciting and answer your questions!
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Science Fiction and Reimagining the Future, Again
Writers discuss the continuing evolution of science-fiction.
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Secondary Market Management: Understanding Secondary Market Value
A presentation on how companies can better control their collectible product's long-term profitability, and for collectors who want to better understand what impacts the value of their collection.
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Secrets of the Traveller Universe Seminar with Marc Miller
An intriguing discussion of where the Traveller universe came from and where it is going. Marc will cover the ideas to make adventures interesting and fun. Includes a Q&A session.
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Shadowrun GM Boot Camp
Learn how to be a more effective GM, how to deal with disruptive personalities & how to ensure that everyone has a good time. Covers basic and advanced gamemastering techniques.
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Sharing Your D&D Game
Have you wanted to get into streaming or podcasting your D&D game? Join a panel of expert content creators as they discuss how to start, best practices, and tips and tricks for success!
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Special Guest Interview with Diana M. Pho
Join Special Guest Diana M. Pho for a live in-depth interview about her editing and her new role at Erewhon Books.
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Special Guest John Jennings
Join our host Maurice Broaddus for a special event featuring GCWS Special Guest John Jennings.
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Speculative Poetry in Roleplaying Games
Writers, games, and poets discuss the incorporation of poetry in roleplaying games.
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Spirit Fire Behind the Scenes AMA and Discussion
Get the inside scoop on all things Spirit Fire, our new RPG fantasy game. Ask the designers anything from the inspiration of the game, mechanics, and what you can expect when getting it on the table!
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State of the Wheel
Burning Wheel HQ's annual update on our games and plans. Come hear from Luke, Thor and friends about Torchbearer, Burning Wheel, Miseries & Misfortunes and more!
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Storytime from Japanese History
Learn about a few of the amazing moments in Japan's long history—from the Genpei War to the Meiji Revolution, girl power to magical red cows, archery contests to smallpox. With illustrations & photos!
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Swords, Spies & Shoggoths: The Pelgrane Press Panel
Join Simon Rogers, Cat Tobin & others from the Pelgrane team for a behind-the-scenes look at what the award-winning UK publisher's been up to this year, & what they've planned for the coming year.
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Teen Angst and TTRPGs
Writers and gamers discuss teen angst in roleplaying games.
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The AfroFutures
Expert writers discuss narratives in global Afrofuturist writing and incorporation of Afrofuturistic elements into your work.
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The Art of Cutting Corners
Making the most of your cosplay budget, time, and skill level.
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Theatrical Side of GM'ing
Takes you through how to include theatrical elements into your tabletop sessions. Build a more immersive experience for your players, and yourself.
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The Birth and Death(?) of the OGL
Historian Ben Riggs here tells the tale of the OGL and those who created it, those who tried to destroy it, and those who may have saved it. Based on dozens of interviews and confidential sources.
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The Birth and Death(?) of the OGL
Historian Ben Riggs tells the tale of the OGL and those who created it, those who tried to destroy it, and those who may have saved it. Based on dozens of interviews and confidential sources.
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The Deck of Many Things D&D Product Preview
Get a sneak peek at the upcoming title, to be released in 2023.
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The Ethics of AI Visual Art
Writers and artists discuss the ethics of new AI technologies for visual content generation.
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The Ethics of AI-Written Prose
Writers and artists discuss the ethics of new AI technologies for written content generation.
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The First Superhero: A History of The Scarlet Pimpernel
Long before Zorro or Batman, a colorful crusader with a secret identity revolutionized the world of adventure fiction. Learn the origin story of this seminal hero and the woman who created him.
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The First Time Game Master
Informal discussion on what is involved with running that first game. Hints, suggestions, & no-nos. Join the fun!
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The Horror, The Horror
Writers discuss horror writing and media in a modern context.
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The Leading Edge of Sword and Sorcery
Sword and Sorcery writers discuss new directions in this evolving genre.
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The Long Tail of Publishing
Writers discuss the practical challenges of an extended career in writing and how to manage them.
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The Power of Pieces: Creating Compelling Board Game Components
We pioneered sample toolkits so people could experience our component quality. Join us for a look at our current offerings, sustainable options, and innovative ideas.
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The Rifle on the Mantle: Worldbuilding and Potential Energy
Writers discuss the nuances of tying introduced elements of interest back into a story - or when to let them be.
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The Rise of Professional Dungeon Masters
Join StartPlaying and other professional Game Masters as we chat around their experiences and why professional dungeon masters are essential to the growth of TTRPGs.
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The Science of Science Fiction
Join our panel of scientists & engineers in a discussion focused on the real science behind your favorite science fiction & fantasy shows, movies, stories, & games.
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The Story's in the Cards: Worldbuilding Outside of Prose
Professional writers discuss worldbuilding for elements outside of prose stories.
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Timing the Perfect Heroic Fight
Writers discuss timing heroic fights to keep your readers engaged - and cheering.
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Towards A More Diverse & Inclusive Gen Con
Join Gen Con Staff & DEI Advisory Committee members as we talk about the changes we’ve made, our goals for improvement, mission & values in creating a more diverse, inclusive, & equitable Gen Con.
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Traditional Publishing: Agent or Not?
Two panelists working in book agenting discuss their perspective on what an agent offers—and whether they see cases where they think unagented traditional publishing can work.
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Traveller Rules Seminar with Marc Miller
A free-ranging discussion of the Traveller role-playing game rules system with system designer Marc Miller, covering concepts and philosophies of the Traveller rules. Will include a Q&A session.
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Traveller Universe Seminar with Marc Miller
A wide-ranging discussion of the Traveller universe with designer Marc Miller. He will cover the concepts and philosophies of Traveller, its background and history, including a Q&A session.
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True Dungeon's 20th Anniversary Retrospective
Join Gen Con's Peter Adkison, Dwarven Forge’s Stefan Pokorny and TD founder Jeff Martin for a look back at TD’s origin & the past 20 years at GC. Hear how it all started, grew, and where it is headed.
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TTRPG Music: Storytelling with Song
Hear what it takes to create amazing TTRPG music from behind the scenes or on the world stage from Arcane Anthems, Denkles, Ginny Di, Lindy Day, Omega Jones & Will Savino.
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Type XXI U-boat, Guppy, Whisky & Early Cold War Underwater
With WW II over, US wanted hunter-killer subs, Soviets wanted subs that could cut Atlantic supply lines. Both adapted German Type XXI U-boat technology. Capt. Mark McDonagh, USN/ret., on NSDM staff.
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Using Story Structure Models
Writers discuss incorporation of story structure models across different types of speculative writing.
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Video Game Writing as Freelancer vs. Employee
Video game writers discuss the pros and cons of being a freelancer versus an employee.
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Vikings, Norse Mythology and Pop Culture
Do you want to hear about the real myths and how they have permeated our pop culture? Drop by for this presentation and Q&A.
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Wakanda: Protopia versus Utopia
Afrofuturist writers discuss Wakanda and related worldbuilding and whether we are, or should, be writing utopias.
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Welcome to the Jianghu: An Introduction to Chinese Fantasy Drama
Cultural context can help you more fully enjoy Chinese cinema! We’ll cover the history of the wuxia & xianxia genres, Confucianism, censorship, fantasy tropes, Daoism, forms of address, recs, & more.
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We're In This Together: A Writing Community Discussion About Us
Writers discuss the importance of reclaiming the community around us - as well as our role in it.
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What the Heck Happened with 4th Edition?
4th edition D&D radically changed the game's mechanics and lore. Is it an overlooked gem or an aberration? Journalist Ben Riggs interviewed the game's creators to try to get to the bottom of 4th ed.
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What Type of Indie?
Writers and publishers discuss different types of indie publishing - and what might be best for you.
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Why TSR Failed
How did a $40 million company that started the tabletop RPG industry go belly up? Dozens of interviews and anonymously-sent secret documents tell the surprising truth of what happened to TSR.
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Why You Did Not Need the OGL
An attorney talks about the original purpose of the OGL, modern intellectual property law, and what the OGL was and was not actually doing. Discover that you never actually needed the OGL and why.
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Word, Image, and Sound: Exploring Audiovisual Thinkers
Writers and artists discuss how audiovisual thinking can be channeled into writing.
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Working From Home
Writers discuss techniques to make working from home work.
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Worldbuilding for Game masters
Dream of thrilling your players with your own RPG setting? Game designers & worldbuilding experts Janet and Dimitris take you step-by-step through a fail-safe process to create your own world.
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World Building for Game Masters, Game Designers, and Authors
Join veteran GM, Dr. Rich Staats, as he describes world design for Game Masters, Game Designers, and Authors. This classic seminar started as a for-credit course at MIT.
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Worldbuilding In Roleplaying Games
Publisher and veteran designer Andrew Valkauskas and Forgotten Realms creator Ed Greenwood host a talk and Q&A about making fantasy game settings come alive.
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Worldbuilding: Where Do You Start?
Writers discuss - and demystify - worldbuilding for your writing.
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Worldbuilding with Geography
Writers discuss effective integration of geography into worldbuilding.
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Write Like a Pirate: The Use of Nautical Terminology
Writers discuss techniques for proper use of nautical terminology in fiction.
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Writers' Symposium Closing Ceremonies
One last chance to hear from and talk to the Gen Con Writers' Symposium Organizing Committee as we, with tears and smiles, say goodbye to another great year.
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Writers' Symposium Opening Ceremonies
Join the Gen Con Writers' Symposium Organizing Committee for opening remarks, giveaways, and celebration!
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Writing Beloved FanFic
Writers discuss techniques for writing fanfic stories that will be adored.
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Writing for Tabletop Roleplaying Games
Expert tabletop roleplaying game writers discuss what you can expect in the process of writing for TTRPGs, and how it differs from other speculative fiction writing.
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Writing for Video Games
Expert video game writers discuss what you can expect in the process of writing for video games, and how it differs from other speculative fiction writing.
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Writing in Licensed Universes
Writers discuss experiences and techniques related to writing licensed fiction.
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Writing Tie-In Comics
Experienced writers discuss comic writing in licensed worlds and with established characters.
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Writing Tools
Writers discuss the array of tools available for writing.
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WTF Happened With Dungeons & Dragons' OGL
Journalist Linda Codega and a panel of experts (including Jim Butler and Ryan Dancey) break down what happened with the OGL 1.1 and the fan backlash around Wizards of the Coast.
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ZOE & DG Fan Forum: Talky Talk with Q&A
It's been awhile! Here's your chance to chat & joke with the folks behind DG & ZOE's assortment of entertainment options -- updates on projects, Q&A, & general geekdom.
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AI and the Art Director/Illustrator
As an Art Director and Illustrator at FASA Games, lets discuss the impact of this new technology on the industry, as well as how the industry has been impacted and dealt with technology in the past.
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AMA with Gavin Verhey
What was the inspiration for Battle Cards? Will Fiblthp ever be totally found? Questions like these will be answered by Magic: The Gathering's Principal Game Designer, Gavin Verhey!
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A Theory of Roleplaying Game Design
Luke Crane—designer of Burning Wheel, Mouse Guard, Torchbearer—presents a theory of design for roleplaying games.
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Behind the Scene of Project Black Flag
Sit down with the Designers and Writers of Project Black Flag from Kobold Press. Ask your questions about the process of streamlining, designing, and creating a new core fantasy roleplaying game.
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Building Better Cities and Towns
Building exciting & functional cities for your TTRPG games can be daunting. Join some of the best minds from Kobold Press as they discuss creating vibrant cities and towns for your games.
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Build Your Own Language
Daniel "Doc" Myers teaches techniques for building a fictional language from the ground up.
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Conquering TikTok: A Creator's Guide to Owning Your Niche
TikTok is one big game and just like any good game, you need a solid strategy if you want to win! Join me as I talk about my journey to 50k on TikTok and share everything I learned along the way!
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Cozy Chat with R. Talsorian Games
Come hang out and chat with our crew as they unwind from a long first day of Gen Con.
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Creating Believable Fallible Characters
Professional writers discuss techniques for writing fallible, yet relatable, characters.
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D&D 2024 Rules Revision Update
Join the D&D team as they give an update on the 2024 rules revision playtest, answer some commonly asked questions, and discuss what's around the corner!
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Diana M. Pho Kaffeeklatsch
Join Special Guest Diana M. Pho for a chat over coffee.
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Dice: Cursed or Blessed?
Dice are not fair; they cannot be manufactured precisely. However, some dice are fairer than others. See the latest dice testing information and a dice mechanic that rolls fair with unfair dice.
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End of Event Hangout
Swing by before the closing ceremonies to say hello to Writers' Symposium Guests, and Gen Con Guests including Ed Greenwood in a casual, wind-down event.
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Horror on the Tabletop
A deep dive into horror in the modern age of roleplaying. We'll discuss safety tools, the evolution of horror, mechanics of monsters, & the marriage of atmosphere and gaming that makes horror unique.
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How Design A Kickass Adventure Scenario
Ben Milton from Questing Beast and Professor DungeonMaster of DungeonCraft share their top tips for designing awesome scenarios.
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How to Pitch Your Board Game!
You're an inventor with a fantastic and fun game ready to share with the world! Now what? Join us for this panel of industry experts who review board and card game pitches.
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Investigative Roleplaying Masterclass
Mystery scenario masters Kenneth Hite, Robin D. Laws and guests train their magnifying glasses on clue-gathering adventures to reveal the unlikely suspects behind your tabletop woes.
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Magic at 30: Past, Present, and Future of the World's Best Trading Card Game
The world's best trading card game is officially 30! Join your favorite Wizards as we reveal the future of Magic, including new worlds, partnerships, and innovations to drive the next 30 years.
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Meet the Dungeon Dudes
YouTube creators Monty Martin and Kelly McLaughlin answer your questions on creating tabletop video content and designing for D&D 5e!
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Monster Menu: Cooking Your Kills
BBQ Dragon? Gelatinous Cube Aspic? This panel discusses how to cook and eat your favorite monsters. Join us for foodie fun and free recipe cards!
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Networking Successfully Despite Social Anxiety or Imposter Syndrome
Writer Sandra Tayler teaches networking techniques for anxious creative minds.
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Pitch your novel to editor Diana M. Pho
Special Guest Diana M. Pho reviews manuscript pitches for possible consideration at Erewhon Books.
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Shaping GM Experience Into a Career in Narrative Design
Experienced GMs discuss how GM skills can be applied to a career in narrative design and/or gamewriting.
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So You Wanna Be A Streamer
Get some freshly baked hot takes & tips on streaming! Featuring panelists: DM Jason (RealmSmith), Duke (One Shot Questers) & cast members from Careful Cantrip: DM Dave, Dead Aussie Gamer & Rayna Rai!
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The Art of the Japanese Sword
Have you ever wondered samurai swords? Join ITK for a learning session about the history and art of these weapons!
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WizKids Fan Appreciation Event
Join WizKids as they preview what's new & exciting! Previews include HeroClix, RPG accessories, D&D Onslaught, board games, & more. There will be giveaways & several "see-it-here-first" sneak peaks!
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Worldbuilding for Gamemasters
Dream of creating your own RPG setting to thrill your players? Janet and Dimitris take you step-by-step through a fail-safe process to create the world of your dreams.
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World building with Keith Baker
What does it take to create a compelling fantasy world? Join Keith Baker—creator of the Eberron Campaign Setting for Dungeons & Dragons—for a hands-on discussion of the process of creating a world.
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