Dungeon scenarios remain one of the most enduring formats in tabletop role-playing games. Their structure is both intuitive and flexible, and when designed with care, they offer challenges, exploration, and narrative that resonate across systems and player types. The following breakdown of core elements is based on the comprehensive list in Tome of Adventure Design …
The Art and Science of Location-based Scenarios
In tabletop role-playing games, a location-based scenario refers to a structure where the primary focus of player action and narrative progression is tied directly to the environments the characters explore. These scenarios emphasize movement from one defined location to another, with each space offering unique encounters, information, and choices. A location-based scenario is distinct because …
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