Category: Inspiration

Integrating character backstories into the heart of our scenarios or campaigns is a subtle but particularly powerful tool in the GM’s arsenal. It’s one that I’m particularly fond of. When used properly, this technique offers two benefits: it deepens the link between the players and the story, and it enriches the universe of your games…

Sometimes the greatest stories aren’t about heroes and villains, or epic quests for legendary artifacts, but about the world itself. Imagine a world where some landscapes are not just static backdrops but living, sentient beings. This river holds ancient wisdom, these mountains roar in fury, and this forest whispers secrets. This is the essence of…

Following up on our previous blog post about unusual combinations of historical professions, we’re now going to explore a variety of unusual profession combinations that could exist in most fantasy settings. These could inspire your worldbuilding, character backstories, or just give you some food for thought for your next campaign setting.

A few weeks ago, I found myself diving into the rich history of glovemakers’ and perfumers’ guilds for a writing project completely outside the TTRPG sphere. Immersing myself in the world of these medieval craftsmen who not only made gloves but also concocted fragrances to scent them, I became very interested in this unique blend…