Text us, Psyclithids Session Zero isn’t just about rolling stats and swapping backstories—it’s the primary emotional regulation tool for your group. In this episode of The Dungeons, Dragons, and Psychology Podcast, we dive into why Session Zero matters so much, and how it sets the tone for your entire campaign. We’ll explore: Player Contracts: Setting clear expectations for behavior and table norms.Aligning Expectations: Making sure everyone’s on the same page about tone, style, and play focu...
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Text us, Psyclithids Session Zero isn’t just about rolling stats and swapping backstories—it’s the primary emotional regulation tool for your group. In this episode of The Dungeons, Dragons, and Psychology Podcast, we dive into why Session Zero matters so much, and how it sets the tone for your entire campaign. We’ll explore: Player Contracts: Setting clear expectations for behavior and table norms.Aligning Expectations: Making sure everyone’s on the same page about tone, style, and play focu...
Text us, PsyclithidsIn this episode, Robert Walker, author of 'Sessions Zero: The DMG to Writing Great Campaigns in Any System,' explores the emotional impact and psychology behind character death in tabletop role-playing games. He delves into the concept of willful suspension of disbelief, originally discussed by Samuel Coleridge, and why it plays a crucial role in how players experience grief and loss during gameplay. Walker offers insights on managing these emotions, fostering meaningful c...
Dungeons, Dragons, & Psychology Podcast
Text us, Psyclithids Session Zero isn’t just about rolling stats and swapping backstories—it’s the primary emotional regulation tool for your group. In this episode of The Dungeons, Dragons, and Psychology Podcast, we dive into why Session Zero matters so much, and how it sets the tone for your entire campaign. We’ll explore: Player Contracts: Setting clear expectations for behavior and table norms.Aligning Expectations: Making sure everyone’s on the same page about tone, style, and play focu...
