Collaborative Storytelling: Setting the Scene

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Published on March 10, 2025 4:00:17 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GY2NVYEE0gA

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Vignettes are a powerful tool for immersive storytelling in TTRPGs, yet they’re often overlooked by Game Masters. In this episode, we break down how to use vignettes to enhance atmosphere, develop NPCs, and bring your world to life. Whether you’re crafting an eerie dungeon, setting the tone of a bustling city, or revealing deep character motivations, vignettes help shape collaborative storytelling in ways that go beyond the mechanics of the game.

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:27 What is a Vignette
1:56 Why Set the Scene
3:00 When to Set the Scene
5:08 How to Set the Scene
5:19 Using the Five Senses
6:01 How to Be Concise
6:16 Show, Don't Tell
6:36 Weave in PC Action
7:07 Don't Forget the Theme
7:36 Genre Examples
8:50 Conclusion

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