I love the skits and the older format. I have heard this saying: When a teacher stops learning, they are no longer fit to teach. We can learn a lot from the examples of others. Thank-you for being a wonderful example of a great GM.
@Bomjoshmacks
4 жыл бұрын
I like this format better as it’s more clear and easy to remember what was discussed, but I do miss the skits
@memevarg2530
4 жыл бұрын
Sadly I prefer the older format, because it makes me sit down and listen carefully, as opposed to giving it a quick look and thinking that's it. Maybe this is just my opinion, but I really like the "old" pep talk/eye to eye style of videos. That was one of the reasons I subscribed. And your voice sir. And the great advice, of course.
@ADayintheLifeoftheTw
4 жыл бұрын
I prefer the older style, with the addition of just time stamps. Your rambles feel like a natural conversation. But with a time stamp it allows for me and possibly others to refer back to certain sections of the video when we need to review a topic or example. Or if I have to send a section of the video to one of my players, they know where exactly go and see which topics are relevant to their situation. But I love your videos, keep up the good work, regardless of which format you decide to go with.
@snexal
4 жыл бұрын
I like this format, but on occasion I’d like it if there was variety. Like not every video is “ten points for x”, but is a slightly different format. But I do like how everything is numbered and such. Makes remembering the points easier.
@WolvieXXXZandalari
4 жыл бұрын
A little trick i use now is that I ask my players to tell me what happened last session. Part of this also tells me what things they remember so I can try avoid or do more of those things. It helps pull them into "This is the game time now". As they start telling me what they did last session :D
@RPGGamer
4 жыл бұрын
I have to admit one of the best lessons I've learnt recently totally contradicts part of your list. I learnt to prepare less. Because a couple of years ago, I'd spend ages preparing adventures, writing 4,000 word epics, with pages of dialogue prepared to set the scene, and my games were alright. However, more recently, having more games to prepare, and less time to prepare in has led to me doing far less preparation work and taking things more freeform. And my players are enjoying it a whole load more, scenes roleplay out far better when I'm just making it up as I go along rather than reading out prepared dialogue. Combat goes smoother and quicker when I'm just holding the stats in my head instead of having fully generated and detailed characters. Now, it's taken 30 years of Gamesmastering to have the confidence and knowledge to do this, but it's been a revelation in how much fun we're having, and a massive time saver, as I'm only preparing for around an hour for each session, rather than the 4-8 hours I was spending per session before.
@antonioliles5027
4 жыл бұрын
I am a very free form GM. Like you have have 30+ years of DM'ing. I learned to NOT prepare so much for a slightly different reason. Like you, I would spend hours upon hours crafting an epic story, and then my players would skip 3/4's of it. I learned the hard way that preparing specific adventures is far less important than know my world. When my players want to go to Sembia and talk to the Mistress of Courtesans for some wild reason they just came up with. I already know that she is the Spymaster for Sembia. That she is a very staid woman who brooks no fools. That getting to see the real Mistress is very hard as she uses proxies. I do not know this because I expected my players to go there and talk to her. I know this because I spend a lot of time doing random world building. This allows my players to go anywhere in my world with only a moments notice for the most part and have a believable setting to interact with.
@frigginsepone446
4 жыл бұрын
Knowledge of the world you're playing in is in fact a form of preparation. Same goes for your many years of experience on how to handle situations, use the rules, know what to say in a dialogue situation and the like. So, you guys have prepared for 30 years now. I guess that's enough preparation for handling your sessions freeform. You've earned the right to chillax!
@DeetotheDubs
4 жыл бұрын
"Expleted deleted good GM" made me chuckle. I enjoy this style of video and your approach. The old intro skits were a nice, amusing way to both introduce the topic and provide an example, but with all this practical advice, I'm happy if this is the new format. I haven't said it before but I'm jealous of the wardrobe you must have for all these great costumes/outfits. Edited for clarity.
@jessehunter362
4 жыл бұрын
i liked the old format more i think, i like longer videos and i like getting a lot of information from those longer videos.
@Pheb_tells_stories
4 жыл бұрын
To be honest I prefer the older style, the occasional “10 things for X” video is fine but I like listening to you talk through things in depth. A channel that is just full of Top 10 lists will feel like click bait or buzz feed articles and god do I hate buzz feed. What makes your channel great is the personality you bring to your advice and following a strict format would take away from that in my opinion.
@Lyzan00
4 жыл бұрын
Im fine with both formats tbh. I have been told by my players a few mins ago that I tick most the boxes so that made my day. I have taken a lot of good tips from this channel in the past, so I feel like coming back and checking if it actually worked....It seems it did :)
@thoughtfulwatcher
4 жыл бұрын
I'm a Storyteller 3 years in for classic World of Darkness. Your videos are helpful even outside of DnD. You've also got an awesome natural accent to listen to. (I'm a weird American. Some of us have a thing for non-US accents. I know, it's just your voice, but I still like listening to it.)
@Harrowed2TheMind
4 жыл бұрын
Good job, as always. Here are the bullet points! 1. Think, Learn, Grow - Abilities, Knowledge, Understanding 2. Train - Skills, Techniques, Rules 3. Prepare - Maps, Story, NPCs 4. Patient - Calm, Explaining, Teaching 5. Fair - Allocation, Impartial (no Favouritism!), Expanding 6. Saying No - Guiding, Advancing, Encouraging 7. Present in Game - Centred, Focused, Keeping Others 8. Organization - Planning, Access, Presentation 9. Helping Others - Sharing, Teaching, Supporting 10. Challenge - Do New Things, Try Out-the-Box 11. Go Beyond - Presentation, Setting and Mood 12. Avoid Abuse - Don't Be Used, Equality!
@Blechhower
4 жыл бұрын
Great format. I do like the bits and skits though.
@Neophoia
4 жыл бұрын
I like how clear it is where you are in regards to what you are talking about with listing with numbers clearly. But I also loved the small skits from the old format, and the slightly more detailed bullet points. I really enjoy these tips.
@TheKingZeroCale
4 жыл бұрын
I love this channel so much, guy! You are 90% of the reason on why I play D&D with my small group of friends!
@Australalien89
4 жыл бұрын
This is a great new format! You know what - as a mental health social worker this is actually highly applicable to my role, too. Great all round advice for any person really, but awesome for us GMs! Thanks!
@_bats_
4 жыл бұрын
The new format is very useful. You can easily skip through a video now to find the particular thing you want to hear about. Once channels build up a lot of longer videos it can be hard to go through old ones to find particular things but this really helps.
@ericrice4308
4 жыл бұрын
I can't really decide but I loved the old skits great at setting the mood. Plus i came to see your videos so i will always listen. Keep up the good work.
@ismirdochegal4804
4 жыл бұрын
My personal experiance on that: 3. Preparing. Don't prepare for everthing, rather prepare to be prepared. Like a list of names, a list of furniture one can find in a room, a list of buildings one can find in a town. Then when your players ask for the name of that NPC, ask what is in that room, or in that town. Pick some items from that list and off you go. 4. Patient. I known I tend to be passiv aggressive. When I notice, I apologize late to my friends and ask how they felt about my reaction to a specific situation. 5. Fair. In my group there is a quite active player and the rest is more observant. Many adventures had sprung forth for his character has goals. I also talked to the other players how they feel that this one character drives the story. They told me to be okay with it. The key is communication.
@MegaMawileTheNommer
4 жыл бұрын
Your older videos were more approachable I feel. But all the same, Your clearer approach has its benefits. Why not combine the two? Take the best aspects of both!
@kurtoogle4576
4 жыл бұрын
I do love the older format, but you've given us really solid advice here, Guy. Well done & thank you!
@momqabt
4 жыл бұрын
Favouritism: I almost never do that. I incapacitate some characters or take them out of the battle fast, maybe hurting them so much they need to fight defensively/cautiously then I focus on the remaining, usually front line characters. Or I switch it up and do the opposite forcing the front line to start thinking and giving up ground while the backline is forced to support them. My players haven't caught on yet so I'll do it until they start to think/play tactically not just rush in "rawr we're adventurers fear us enemy"
@Yourehistronic
4 жыл бұрын
some favoritism is fine, reward players that play along or play smartly, or that prepare when others aren't. Doesn't mean i would alot them more time or any leniency with enemies/traps whatever.. buut i will call out my appreciation and might award additional xp for good (role)play
@antonioliles5027
4 жыл бұрын
For combat, I play my NPC's strengths. When an enemy wizard looks at the party for the first time, they are going to hit the guys in medium and heavy armor with mental attacks. Even though I know that one of them is a Fizard and has great will saves. I let my NPC's learn and adapt to the players during a combat. If they should be so lucky as to survive and become a recurring antagonist, they learn and adapt even more to the players. Even though as the DM, I am not against the players and trying to kill them, the antagonists completely are and when I am in those roles, I do my best with what the NPC's have to do just that.
@BrandonSmith-in7eo
4 жыл бұрын
I think the addition of the old beginning skits would support this format beautifully creating the best type of videos, entertaining, full of extremely useful advice, and now easy to remember!
@MultiSlyone
4 жыл бұрын
Guy and Jeff Canatta through watching them have taught me a lot about the art of being a better GM. Thank you Guy.
@calebharendt6924
4 жыл бұрын
I like the new format and still love the rambling you definitely need that the random ramblings because you're dropping knowledge there also
@Blechhower
4 жыл бұрын
"for those of us that got them." Thank you for including me, Guy. Thank you. Honestly.
@nolangibson3673
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you GM, I love it! The only recommendation I have is in regard to eyeline! Move your cue cards as close to the camera lens as possible. If you are standing to the right of the frame place the cards to the left of the the camera so that your eyeline matches up with your wonderful digitized bullet points, that way you are looking toward your bullet points when you have to look to your cue cards. Thanks again for putting this out there, your advice really resonates with me.
@douglassmalley7887
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, very informative and thought-provoking. This gave me a few directions to focus on while I set up my next session.
@MrBabausse
4 жыл бұрын
Another great video ! I'm tring to realize most of the points you say, but I know sometimes I don't make enough times for my players, or I don't train my voices enough. I'm gonna keep trying to be better now that I have found a great bunch of players (newcomers to the role playing games, and at work) really involved and motivated :) Just so you know, you're the "element" that made me want to get better at GMing :)
@mariusmsschneider
4 жыл бұрын
I love your opinion on GM related stuff and I think you are indeed a great GM. This format is nice. Quick, on point, teaches to self-teach, if you will. But I have the feeling the older stuff is more in-depth. So my 2 cents are: Maybe do a series kind of format? 10 Habits of Good GMs as opener for the topic and then 10 much shorter, but in-depth videos about each topic. This then comes close to a video course :) And your sketches and improvs are powerful examples for some topics. Great work, Guy!
@Jaszi007
4 жыл бұрын
I definitely think using this format would be best suited for these “10 _____ of _____” videos. The way you’ve been doing your videos regularly (or “ramble-y”) has been and will be the best way.
@darquill
4 жыл бұрын
I honestly don't mind whatever format you choose, whether it's bullet points, free flow, random stuff. I follow because of the content, which is good in any kind of presentation, and the funny, rambly approach of your videos. Also +1 for acknowledging that you learned new things and grew as a GM and a professional in the field. Not everyone is able to do that.
@WilliamSlayer
4 жыл бұрын
I think I just watched the 'How to be a Great GM' channel show me its penultimate lesson... the one that actually copies its name! Great stuff sir, and don't feel you need to shoehorn yourself into any one format. Do what seems best for the content you want to present and I have faith we will enjoy it!
@OldDungeonMaster
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video I am constantly learning from you no matter the format yet I will update my comment after I listen to it all . Look forward to all the other videos you release as you are enjoying the festivities and food on your trip. I highly enjoyed the new bullet points to keep me on track. I have issues with number 6 that ties into 10 a funny story or not on 7 was I had a player fall asleep at the table as I’m is newer GM old player since the 80s yet I would not allow the players to wake the character unless they could wake up the one sleeping at the table they couldn’t wake him and had to endure a troll and perform a successful strength check to carry him back to the town. I am now going to make number 7 a house rule as it’s disrespectful if your not present at the game and this includes myself . Also it is fun to use the bullet point numbers as a reference do the ones that have not watched the video will need to watch the video to understand my gibberish. I love to implement number 2 and 3 as I don’t push number 2 for myself or players especially with voices but I still find it highly entertaining watching videos on Hollywood teacher of voice linguistics I find that knowledge helps me way more than a fake accent I produce. I went on to long for a comment yet I find your advice highly useful and I am enjoying the new format hoping for one day the recognition if my efforts for number 11 thanks so much.
@Lod1989
4 жыл бұрын
I have only recently started to GM and I try to hit as many points of these as I can. It can be quite difficult when you do have players that tend to always talk over each other though.
@dreadogastusf3548
4 жыл бұрын
I have had tables/players like that. A friend I introduced to the game developed a good remedy for that when he GM'd. Ask the players to decide on their actions. If players continued to bicker & joke around, The monsters act first.
@Lod1989
4 жыл бұрын
@@dreadogastusf3548 the main issue is that I have one player who just loves to talk and have attention, so it's just getting around that.
@dreadogastusf3548
4 жыл бұрын
@@Lod1989 That is a tougher problem. Do the other players feel that the person is also too talkative? If they do, you have allies in a friendly talk. "Listen. We are glad you are so excited but we need to; Move the game along, Let the other players get in a word, et. cetera..." The game is a collaborative process. If the group asks them to moderate the behavior a few different times, but they don't... They can be shown the door in different ways. Not a pleasant time but sometimes necessary.
@katz86
4 жыл бұрын
Both formats work. I think i like the older one better, but I do know i miss the skit at the beginning. That makes my brain lazer focused because Guy is being fun/silly/interesting. Then i absorb more
@reaperaktual8498
4 жыл бұрын
I definitely prefer the older format. The long and in depth videos were amazing and ya always walked away with more information than you thought you'd get. And I love the skits! They always made my day.
@gstaff1234
4 жыл бұрын
You are both amazing to watch and provide amazing insights based on your vast experiences. Thank you for what you do. Much appreciated :) Please know you are helping to the nth level
@gmross9265
4 жыл бұрын
I like the video format. It sort of makes it easier to remember all that you have spoken about. Or to scroll back to go over it again.
@jacobsargent5367
4 жыл бұрын
I enjoy both formats; the skits and improv and such are all great, but I do find the newer format more helpful. I like my learning to be organized so I can understand how things work, even though I'm not great at organizing myself. I have watched dozens of your videos and some of your online sessions as well, and you are one of my favorite GMs to watch run games and learn from outside of them. I have only been playing DnD for about a year, and though I love being the Dungeon Master, I can't seem to find players who are consistent, so I do my best to stay in shape by learning as much as I can outside the game. In this regard, your channel has been a huge inspiration to me. If I can find the courage, I may try running a short campaign at a local game store this coming year.
@freddaniel5099
4 жыл бұрын
The new format works well for me. Thanks for asking and thanks for all the great advice to be found in your vids, old and new!
@roberthill5805
4 жыл бұрын
There is also another way of saying no, extreme but logical consequence. Some times you need to throw something in that fits, or functions as a hook to your campaign but wouldn't otherwise be there. Be it having a CR8 creature like a doppelganger to put the murderhobo in his place, or having the nobleman walking through the door as the group is trying to derail everything. The group should be able to work through the encounter or run from it, but it will show that the campaign is still there and it is having direct consequence to the world and the group.
@unnefer001
4 жыл бұрын
I think both formats have their place. This format allows for a good summary of large topics like this one. However, the old format allows for more detailed/nuanced discussions about a topic.
@Nomadicowboy1911
4 жыл бұрын
Yes sir I agree with the majority and prefer the older format. I enjoy your videos very much and help me in my gm adventures. Thank you
@CosplayZine
4 жыл бұрын
This new format is great for remembering. I always think mixing it up a little sometimes never hurts but just do what you think will best educate and what doesn't put too much restraints or pressure on yourself good sir.
@elgatochurro
4 жыл бұрын
I like the summary bits, the video itself is you going in depth and provide examples
@CONTINGENCY_sys
4 жыл бұрын
I couldn't agree more. We are of like minds. I teach and train DMs and new players as well as help groups get off the ground with worldbuilding, setup, and pretty much the same points you have here in teach and train sessions and events. Fantastic as usual. Always nice to see a fellow DM sharing content that supports good groundwork. I reposted on my twitter. I've been using happy gaming as a phrase as well. So to you my good sir, I wish you and yours happy gaming as well. 😉👌
@oldskoolgamer7246
4 жыл бұрын
I like the Bullet points and structure to get the detail across. The little skits are amusing sometimes but I prefer the core content.
@Damnationization
4 жыл бұрын
As a old school DM I agree but not exactly. I am big into preparation. Making handouts, a food/drink menu, a description of a magic item with it's background, set up of encounters, traps, and so on. But players have free will to do as they wish, within my game within reason of coarse. I have no issue with saying no and will explain why. Unless it's in a battle I try to hurry the players up. I have seen DMs who didn't have pre-set things cheat. An example is my party was opening 2 chests and the thief was checking each to see if they are locked and then traps. The impatient fighter opened them. It exploded killing both players. I have seen other similar things and favors to certain liked players also. Though I am currently the liked player in the other DMs story and I do enjoy that. I try very hard to not play favorites, but will admit at times I have least favorites. When players argue, complain or fight with me. It has gotten better over all.
@SigurdKristvik
4 жыл бұрын
The intro seems better. I like the format change, breath of fresh air. Strait to the point.
@scottharwood3337
4 жыл бұрын
I like both formats, try this one out to see how it feels to you. Sidenote: Have you thought about getting someone to "wear the director's hat" while you mainly "wear the GM's hat" (for stream, videos, etc)? Maybe a "cue-card" of that day's sponsor (read & go). If you have, cheers. Keep banging on. Good stuff. :-)
@Dicesongs
3 жыл бұрын
Just a production tip... Put whatever you're looking at that's at (audience) Camera right, above your webcam. If you are using a foot pedal page-turner like a PageFlip Butterfly, just make sure your Tablet/Computer/Whatever is near the camera center. That's my two cents from a production value. This way you're talking to the camera at all times, and you're not constantly looking away from the camera (i.e. your audience). Otherwise, Bravo, good show!
@Jetwolf
4 жыл бұрын
Guy, this works, 'change factor' may give a -2 reaction roll. I like it. The old way is also great!
@holly7922
3 жыл бұрын
this format is more easier to learn from good job
@sampontius7673
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Guy! Keep up the Great work!
@HLR4th
4 жыл бұрын
From a didactic perspective, the new format worked well. However, your usual format comes across as more energetic/dynamic/ "You". Which felt/worked best for you? Perhaps pick the style best fitting the content? Blend of both? Looking WAY BACK, it seems incredible my mind was first opened to GM'ing as a set of learnable/improvable skills by your videos. GM's were not born, but trained. GM style was not ordained, but chosen, and changeable if a poor choice was initially made. Same goes for players and player style. Thank you, and keep up spreading the word!
@doctorlolchicken7478
4 жыл бұрын
I usually listen and don’t have the visual up, so the new format is slightly better for me - but I had no complaints about the old format. I think fairness is perhaps the single most important thing to aim for. It can be difficult because it takes a long time for people to trust you, but you can ruin that trust with one ill thought out action.
@darritomasson2569
4 жыл бұрын
Two things. 1) "Expletive deleted" - amazing. Love it. xD 2) Anyone told you that you sound similar to David Attenborough? 2a) Love this video. With regerences on the screen like this, love it.
@britox.6216
4 жыл бұрын
I think the best thing a GM could do to improve his/her game is record their sessions. That way they can take a look back and review things over
@RPanda3S
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! I have started doing this about five sessions ago as a new DM and while it is very hard to listen back, once I've worked through the overwhelming, cringe-inducing feeling of hearing my DMing I think I learn more than I ever could just thinking the session over. I also learn when a session goes a lot better than I thought it did, times where I thought we were too distracted and slow and meandering, but I hear everyone laughing and having a good time and I know I'm doing something right. I definitely want to make a Reddit post about this soon, it's one of the only pieces of advice I don't see repeated everywhere, which is a shame.
@britox.6216
4 жыл бұрын
R_Panda yes exactly, I couldn’t have explained it any better. And I know what you mean, it’s a real shame. More fun for us I guess 😉 and who knows, maybe we’ll stream our sessions and make a name for ourselves one day. Thanks to our simple revisions. (P.s. that’s another thing I think DM’s should strive for)
@antonioliles5027
4 жыл бұрын
I did this many years ago but for a slightly different reason. My group was having a pretty awesome story line going and I was writing it down. I started recording the sessions so that I would not forget what had happened so that I could write the story better. As it happens, I learned far more from those tapes than just the details for my story. I learned what I was doing that annoyed players. How to make pacing better. When to prod players to get on with it and when to let them just sit back and have fun. I will say, I absolutely HATE listening to the sound of my own voice even now.
@scrotymcboogerballs6756
4 жыл бұрын
I also think i prefer the older format, it felt more like you tried getting a general message across, and used your subpoints to elaborate, whereas the 10-point format for me has a vibe of a list of disconnected points. I also noticed you looking away frequently, presumably at your notes, which I never saw in previous videos I watched. That coupled with the bullet-point themed slides makes it seem more like you're holding a Power Point presentation, rather than speaking your mind. I don't know how you handled your notes before, but I think it worked better. But I think what's most important and is greatly present in both styles is your general attirude of incredible politeness, honesty, competence and self-reflection. That, I feel, is the thing you do best and what daws people to you and your channel (At least it did for me).
@eliasvernieri
4 жыл бұрын
Great 12 habits ... ;) on the feedback side: i like you try new things.. but i think its a little plain for me... may be, adding a little on the details... perhaps grouping ? The older way gives more context.
@Thugmun1
2 жыл бұрын
I love your costume!❤ Thank you for the tips....you are such a cool helper of all things Roll Play!👍
@ryanb5127
4 жыл бұрын
I know it’s an unpopular opinion but I really like the new format, in session prep I look back at the bullet points to recall what you said and I like going down a list of things that I can remind myself to do
@AssasinZorro
4 жыл бұрын
I didn't notice the change in the format. So it's still great ideas delivered in a structured way. Either way works for me
@dagigyiko5967
4 жыл бұрын
Loved this video Guy, and that wizard set is wicked!
@Nersius
4 жыл бұрын
I usually listen to these as background noise as I'm studying or cleaning. I am neutral on which format to use (low sample size though...) and whether or not to reincorporate skits. They (the skits) never did anything for me, but a few people mentioned missing them.
@cattrucker8257
4 жыл бұрын
I like this format too. Skits are fine and fun and good, but they can sorta sidetrack from the point being made sometimes. I'd say a good mix of both is best. But I'm kind of a fringe audience side of things, so can't judge how popular that'd be.
@ryancarter6876
4 жыл бұрын
Oooo. Tip #7 is particularly good. Thank you!
@rashkavar
4 жыл бұрын
I like the new format - adds a bit more structure, makes things easier to find when reviewing. (Not everything needs a review, of course, but some of these videos have very specific bits of advice that are useful to come back to. Also: easy way to explain the difference between a d12 and any other die: it's the one with pentagon sides. No other die has 5 sides faces (at least not if you're using the standard polyhedral set kind - there's novelty ones with all sorts of madness involved, of course, but if you're the player using those dice, you are probably the player who's invested several hundred dollars into their dice collection, not the one looking at the weirdly shaped math rocks and are still thinking "these are weird dice, aside from that one everyone calls a d6")
@pauldrew7485
4 жыл бұрын
I prefer the new format as it is more concise and easier to follow. This is the first one of your videos I have got to the end of for quite some time.
@BetaGunslinger
4 жыл бұрын
I like how concise this is, but in all honesty I think the old format is better. Your older format was more natural and organic, and allowed for me to take in the information much more easily. While this format does get its point across, I find its alot easier to lose track of what you said, requiring a rewind.
@juansabalero2008
4 жыл бұрын
Cool video, Guy! Love both formats, and love you. Perhaps you can make both, depending on the topic. Just... thank you.
@Dicesongs
3 жыл бұрын
Both have merrit. It's lovely, and I enjoy the full use of technology.
@tarvoc746
4 жыл бұрын
7:52 - "Impartial! Everyone gets equally punished here!!" ...Are you sure you aren't talking about a different kind of "Dungeon Master"? XD
@boomdelted
3 жыл бұрын
Instructions unclear: gimped a beholder
@tarvoc746
3 жыл бұрын
@@boomdelted XD
@martinsjoquist
4 жыл бұрын
I like this newer format. Still sillyness abound, but with some points that I can follow along
@antonioliles5027
4 жыл бұрын
Fairness: The only problem I have with fairness is the story. Stories that interest me get more attention than ones that are sub par. This can lead to favoritism, but not of individual players as the story is ever evolving. Thus, Derek may be in the spotlight for a few sessions as his story is great, but after that wraps up or cools for a while, Brie's story will come to the fore. Fortunately my players understand that I am not playing favorites by person and so they know that as long as they engage with the world and have good stories for their characters, each of them will get time in the spotlight. This understanding came with a lot of discussions with my players as well about the kind of game and world I run and the kind of game they want to play in.
@edrick1976
4 жыл бұрын
I like this format, however when you compare it to your other videos I am rather indifferent. I just like your content and, I feel, it helps me be a better DM/player. I would recommend that if this kind of structured format helps you and YOU like it, then you should stick with it.
@Thisisnotadreamhaha
4 жыл бұрын
You're awesome bud. I like this format :)
@youshimimi
4 жыл бұрын
I like the new format. Sorry to say, but I don't miss the skits at all.
@nofelix
4 жыл бұрын
Text on screen is good, but this is not the most effective way and is slightly distracting. I'd suggest this: Introduction: Bullet pointed headings for the topics you're discussing. Sub-headings not shown. Hide all text, transition, intro video. Topic 1: Show the heading and reveal each sub-heading as you talk about it. Topic 2: Hide all Topic 1 text. Then proceed with Topic 2 text in same fashion. Topic 3: As above. Conclusion: Show all headings and sub-headings (as you've written it now).
@russelljacob7955
4 жыл бұрын
Since requested, I will be very straight forward and constructively critical. Well, I like the new format. I found that some videos, the intro skits could be a little long. The costumes are definitely your mark of course, love the wizard look. So critique. Main thing I found is from a listening standpoint. It came very fast without breaks. Perhaps a little rushed, but it was almost like a long exposition and hard to clarify between points. So in that, format was good, but I think points need to be a bit more to the point. Perhap share more like a DM, focus on critical since at times did seem to circle around. With this format, I do feel you really could capitalize on your very strong character acting. When you example and take on a first person presentation, a brand new you comes out. So perhaps use that as the point break. Delve into the bullet with specificity, and then act it out vs an expositing On example was your talking about D20s, how you used to grr, and then positive way to facilitate. As a long time watcher, I was able to remember and compare you own vids from memories. But a new watcher? You could draw them in by after the point to change the pace, act the situation to really help the watcher feel the difference. Having those pace changes as you go along will really help with point separation. Overall, I really like the engaging personality you bring now to videos vs a couple years ago where it could get condescending at times. But there is so much going on, it can be tough to differentiate and take it all in. But that is another critique for another time unless you would like to discuss that :-)
@dustindial9996
4 жыл бұрын
1) The new format is more concise, however I do feel that it loses some of your own gravitas and personality. Not much, but noticeable. 2) I absolutely love you content. I have been watching your Channel since January of this year, just a few weeks before I started playing. It showed me how to conduct myself in a social ttrpg setting, and ultimately helped me to be a productive player. I frequently get mistaken for someone who has been playing for years, and it’s all because I watch you, the , Mr. Rhexx, the DM Lair, and Bill Allen. I watched you guys before Geek and Sundry, or Critical Roll. You have indeed helped me to become a good player, and now a good GM. Looking forward to more videos, and becoming a GREAT player/GM.
@LightingInvoker
4 жыл бұрын
I miss the intro. If you're going away from the skit, at least keep the intro! I love standing Guy over sitting Guy, too. I like the lists, but I think keep only one point on the screen at a time (gives you more room to expand on each point). Just my opinion tho! Keep up the good work xD
@CONTINGENCY_sys
4 жыл бұрын
Love the new look as well. If you're happy I'm happy.
@thebakerofbananabread3237
4 жыл бұрын
I like the concise format actually, I love the skits (please try to keep that part), but I like this format better otherwise!
@Necrapocalypse
4 жыл бұрын
Well, I think if you know someone's having a rough time outside of game it might be prudent to be a little easier on them. Just don't make it a long term pattern, and treat anyone who's going through whatever the same way. Then it's not really favoritism.
@antonioliles5027
4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely correct. All of my players know full well that real life takes precedence over game within reason. Emergencies do happen. The only caution I give my players is reminding them that as adults, we all have to schedule to be able to get together and game. So, calling out for unimportant reasons is not fair to the rest of the group.
@ryancarter6876
4 жыл бұрын
I like the new font and white letters. (Not to say I don't like the old skits if that was the question...)
@dm4life579
4 жыл бұрын
I love all the videos and the rambling.
@WalkOnNick
4 жыл бұрын
Man, point 12 really hit home for me.
@betci90
4 жыл бұрын
hitting like before listening to it :D love this channel
@OoziHobo
4 жыл бұрын
I like the more focused, scripted format. You have a lot of advice and experience to share, but the few nuggets of wisdom hidden away in 20-30 minutes of rambling is why I only watch the videos with titles that interest me. If your videos were more focused, I would watch everything you got.
@Weeohhweeohh
4 жыл бұрын
Me, being adhd (35y), bullet points in the first bit is good. Grab me in the first 2 mins ( I’m using 1.5 mode). This is just me. Show me why I should take my time. Again, this is just me. Thanks for you and who ever helps you with your videos. Edit: whom ever? I’m a lover, not a grammar. Edit 2: I will watch a 45 min video if you establish value in the first 2 mins.
@bencouling9103
4 жыл бұрын
I also agree with Like Howell-Williams comment
@MisterJasro
4 жыл бұрын
Well here is my penny on the new format. 1) I kept waiting for the intro to stop. What happened to it? 2) caveat here: I'm visually handicapped, due to achromatopsia. The new font seems a little thinner. This might be offset by making it contrast stronger with the background.
@Yourehistronic
4 жыл бұрын
Liked the older format better, you seem more stressed here - although that might as well be because you record several videos before your trip 🤔
@bonbondurjdr6553
4 жыл бұрын
For myself, I'd say I much prefer going through bullet numbers rather than the rambly way! :D
@Zeyga
4 жыл бұрын
Love the new format!
@giacomobiagini9263
4 жыл бұрын
If I will ever dm in future I owe you all my preparation and maturity to you, Sir.
@bencouling9103
4 жыл бұрын
I prefer the older style of videos but probably because its familiar. On the topic of being centered and focused; it did seem as though you were more focused on being accurate with your pointing to the background than with the audience to which you were speaking. Lots of great information as usual but... the skits were classic
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