Lazy D&D Prep: Ghosts of Saltmarsh, Session Zero

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Published on July 21, 2019 3:27:08 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qW_xye5cy8

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Mike prepares for his session zero of Ghosts of Saltmarsh using the steps from Return of the Lazy Dungeon Master. Click (show more) for full game notes and useful links.

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All-day Saltmarsh Prep Checklist

- Prepare maps
- Read the adventure
- Read the appendices
- Consider character backgrounds & hooks to each adventure
- Review and make handouts
- Collect miniatures for next few sessions
- Ponder NPCs and their actions
- Build a campaign soundtrack
- Get a prop lantern
- ???

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