Behind the Screen
Chris VicariBehind the Screen is your resource for all things DMing and TTRPGs. Learn from practical guides that break down the preparation process, enjoy creative insights, and access resources for both new and seasoned game masters and TTRPG fans.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Weekly |
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| Issues | 91 | Founded | a year ago | Last Issue | 4 days ago |
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Sex & D&D
Sex and sexual content in TTRPGs like D&D can be a polarizing topic. As DMs, we want our players to feel comfortable, and that means understanding what they are and aren’t comfortable seeing in the game. At the same time, players may want r...
Ghosts & Goblins
Welcome, welcome! Sit by the fire and let it warm your weary bones. The air has chilled and the leaves are turning colors. The time for spooky stories and delicious treats has come. Isn’t this the best time of the year?
Nearly every DM at...
On Writing
I don’t often write introspective articles or share much about my personal life unless I’m feeling particularly inspired. I’ve been asked to speak to my department and colleagues about my writing and the process of completing a book. I’m no...
Table Ready: Player Backstories & Motivations
Back in July I wrote about how to run a Session Zero and spent a good amount of time discussing backstory. September’s Table Ready drop is the worksheet version of that!
Hand it to your players during a Session Zero, send it out beforehand...
My Therapist and My Campaign Notes
As I look upon the beautiful mountains of Colorado, I’m struck by the sheer size and how encompassing they are on the horizon. When we drove through Big Thompson Canyon and saw the still-existing wildfire damage from the Cameron Peak Fire o...
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Professional Dungeon Master, game designer, and educator in NYC. I help DMs craft stories with less stress and more fun. Author of upcoming book Behind the Screen: A Dungeon Master’s Guide to Crafting Campaigns.
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