Thursday, April 17, 2025

"Lone Wolf Adventuring: 10+1 Tips to Master Solo Roleplaying (with a nod to Me, Myself, and Die!)"


 Alright, grab your dice and let's roll with these tips for solo roleplaying!

  1. You're the Whole Shebang: You're the player, DM, and most importantly, the audience. It's like being the star, director, and popcorn-munching spectator of your own movie. Don't forget to whoop and cheer for yourself!

  2. Stick with What You Love: Use a system that you know and like. Trying to solo with a system that's not your jam is like trying to dance a tango to polka music.

  3. Trust the Oracle (and Your Gut): Trust the oracle and your instincts. They're like your GPS and gut feeling. You wouldn't ignore them on a road trip, so don't ignore them here.

  4. Style It Out: Have a style for your game. Are you gritty and realistic, or lighthearted and whimsical? Remember, you're the star, so pick a style that makes you shine.

  5. Record Your Adventures: Write it, record it, video it. Think of it like your adventure journal, or better yet, your own personal bard singing your tales. Plus, it's a great jump-off point for next time.

  6. Start in the Action: A great starting point is in the middle of the action. It's like jumping into a pool instead of dipping your toes. You're already wet, might as well swim!

  7. Play What Interests You: Play what you are interested in. If you're not interested, it's like watching paint dry. And let's face it, even if it's magical paint, it's still boring.

  8. Conflict is Key: Very importantly, always have conflict. No conflict equals nothing is happening. It's like a soap opera with no drama. Who wants that?

  9. Don't Drown in Charts: Do not use too many charts and guides. All you will be doing is flipping through books. It's like trying to cook with too many recipes. Just stick with the basics and have fun!

  10. Fun is the Name of the Game: HAVE FUN! If not having fun, look at the above list and find out why. It's probably something on this list. If you're not having fun, why are you doing it? It's like eating a pizza with no cheese. Just... why?

Bonus: Don't Throw in the Towel: Don't give up, it takes a while to find a style you like and a mix of system, note retention, oracles, and charts. Remember, even the folks over at Me, Myself, and Die! had to start somewhere.

So, grab your dice bag, put on your adventure hat, and let's get rolling!

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