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Of course, we’re in the business of tabletop role-playing games, so our resolution ideas pertain more to that side of things. Perhaps you’re a seasoned Game Master but would like to open your horizons to new ideas. Maybe you’re an intermediate GM but could brush up on your rules, races, classes and the like.

Or, like me, you’ve never chaired a game in your life and are being hounded by your friends and DND-playing loved ones on a weekly basis – “go on, run a game, you’ll love it!” – and are caving in to their pesterences!

So… how do we make ourselves a better GM?

If your adventuring party is going on a pub crawl or kipping down after a tough fight, you’ll want to make sure the drink menu suits the scene well. Here’s a selection of drinks pulled from the pages of “Remarkable Inns” – complete with homespun recipes (or create your own!) in case you fancy bringing a realistic touch to the gaming table!

As we discussed in Part I, a dream game room is one that would tantalize all the senses. We talked about the sights and textures of an epic game room – mood lightning, comfortable in-the-round seating, and the focal point of your room, the gaming table.

This time we’re talking about the rest of your senses – taste, scent and sound.

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The comics fandom lost an unquestioned legend this week when Stan Lee, cornerstone of the Marvel Universe, passed away Nov. 12 at the age of 95.

Since comics could be considered a “gateway” to the world of tabletop role-playing, we know his passing would hit hard to many of our gamer friends all over the world.

Here we present a selection of tributes posted on social media this week.

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What would make for a “legendary” game room? It’s got to be a mixture of elements that makes all five senses come to life. Sound, imagery, touch, scents and yes, even your sense of taste must all come together to make for memorable game nights.

The following are some ideas that could inspire you to do a game-room renovation!