Created by B. Dave Walters: Lead Developer for Into the Mother Lands and Contributor to Marvel RPG's Cataclysm of Kang, the World of Darkness, and many other TTRPGs.
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What You'll Learn In This Course

Course Overview

In this comprehensive 14-day course—with a special 15th bonus day—you'll learn everything from game mechanics to storytelling, all designed to help you create a TTRPG that resonates with players whether you're looking to publish professionally or dazzle your home gaming table.

What You'll Gain

• Foundational Knowledge: Get a deep dive into the history, genres, and themes of TTRPGs.
• Player-Centric Design: Understand player dynamics and how to craft a game that everyone will love.
• Mechanical Mastery: Learn core mechanics, game balance, and how to create versatile game systems.
• Inclusive Storytelling: Embrace diversity, inclusivity, and ethical storytelling in your games.
• Character Building: Create rich and engaging character sheets and development paths.
• World Crafting: Design captivating settings, worlds, and lore that pull players into your narrative.
• Monetization Insight: Grasp strategies for turning your passion project into a profitable endeavor.
• Licensing Fundamentals: Acquire a basic understanding of intellectual property considerations in TTRPGs.
• Professional Writing Skills: Develop writing standards for both freelancing and self-publishing routes.
• Community Engagement: Learn how to engage and grow a community around your game or content.
• Playtesting & Feedback: Master the art of collecting and implementing player feedback.
• Digital Platforms & Multi-Platform Adaptation: Get introduced to digital tools and how to adapt your game for various platforms.
• Career vs. Hobby: Tailored guidance whether you aim for a professional career or personal enjoyment.
• Marketing & Sustainability: As a bonus, learn how to market your game and ensure its longevity.

Now, let's delve into the day-by-day breakdown to see how each of these core aspects is covered in detail.

Part 1: Crafting Your Own TTRPG (Days 1-7)

Day 1: Introduction to TTRPGs, Player Dynamics, and Session Zero

• Learn the history and evolution of TTRPGs.
• Identify various player personalities to design around.
• Understand the crucial role of Session Zero in setting player expectations.

Day 2: Genres, Themes, Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety Tools

• Explore the myriad genres and themes in TTRPGs.
• Adopt ethical storytelling practices to foster diversity and inclusivity.
• Get introduced to essential safety tools in game design.

Day 3: Basic Mechanics, Game Balance, Scaling Complexity, and Mechanical Versatility

• Master core mechanics and the role of dice.
• Balance gameplay elements for a fair yet challenging experience.
• Design with both simplicity and depth in mind for mechanical versatility.

Day 4: Character Creation, Accessibility, and User Experience

• Craft comprehensive and engaging character sheets.
• Make your game accessible and inclusive.
• Understand key principles of usability and player experience.

Day 5: World-Building, Setting, Narrative Techniques, and Iterative Design

• Construct rich game worlds with compelling lore.
• Apply storytelling techniques to captivate your players.
• Grasp the importance of iterative design and prototyping.

Day 6: Encounters, Story Arcs, Monetization, and Licensing

• Plan dynamic encounters and overarching story arcs.
• Discuss monetization strategies for your game.
• Gain a basic overview of licensing and IP considerations in TTRPGs.

Day 7: Playtesting, Feedback, Digital Tools, and Multi-platform Adaptation

• Master playtesting and feedback gathering.
• Get introduced to digital tools for TTRPGs.
• Adapt your game for multiple platforms for streaming, podcasts, etc..

Part 2: Developing Content for Existing TTRPGs (Days 8-14)

Day 8: Introduction, Community Engagement, and Art Aesthetics

• Understand the landscape of existing TTRPGs.
• Engage with the game community effectively.
• Discuss the role of art and aesthetics in enriching user experience.

Day 9: Self-Publishing, Updates, Expansions

• Navigate the realm of self-publishing your content.
• Plan for future game updates and expansions.

Day 10: Freelancing, Collaboration, Writing Standards, and Intellectual Property

• Explore freelancing and collaborative opportunities.
• Adhere to industry writing standards and practices.
• Dive deeper into the basics of licensing and intellectual property.

Day 11: Crafting Adventures, Modules, and NPCs

• Design compelling adventures and modules.
• Weave lore and world details seamlessly into your content.
• Create memorable NPCs and captivating interactions.

Day 12: Dialogue, Lore, Ethical Considerations

• Craft dialogue that resonates and lore that enchants.
• Maintain ethical considerations in all aspects of your content.

Day 13: Writing for Self-Publishing vs. Freelancing

• Understand different writing avenues and their unique requirements.
• Adapt your writing style according to the publishing path.
• Delve into formatting rules and presentation styles in TTRPGs.

Day 14: Wrapping Up, Next Steps, and Future Trends

• Recap the course and summarize key takeaways.
• Plan your next steps in the TTRPG development journey.
• Discuss emerging trends in TTRPGs.

Bonus Day 15: Marketing, Community Building, Post-Launch Support, and Sustainability

• Intro to marketing strategies specifically for TTRPGs.
• Learn about post-launch support and community management.
• Understand the importance of planning for sustainability and longevity.

Meet Your Instructor

B. Dave Walters is a motivator, storyteller, and structure fiend. He is best known as the Lead Developer for "Into the Mother Lands" and a recent contributor to Marvel RPG's "Cataclysm of Kang," B. Dave Walters brings industry insights and professional acumen into this in-depth course.

He is also the writer of Dungeons & Dragons: A Darkened Wish for IDW comics, and Invitation to Party on G4 TV. He’s co-writer of the Salvage Marines TV series and Electropunk Transmedia series. He has written films, novels,  non-fiction books, and over 500 nationally syndicated articles.

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