How To Create A D&D One Shot (Dungeons and Dragons | GM Tips)

[@johnwilson121283]

My loot randomizer hardcover from blurb arrived this week. I really like it, the look/feel and quality is very good. Excited to check out this and what's to come.

[@GMJosh-sw9hp]

Boom! I hope you enjoy it!! I'm super happy that the look feel/quality feels good!

[@KeyserTheRedBeard]

Incredible video, TheGMPhilosopher. Looking forward to seeing your next upload from you. I smashed that thumbs up button on your content. Keep up the fantastic work! Your insights on balancing detail and flexibility in one-shots are invaluable. How do you decide which elements to script versus allowing for improvisation during gameplay?

[@GMJosh-sw9hp]

Thank you so much for the kind words and support! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the video, and I truly appreciate you smashing that thumbs up-you're awesome! As for scripting versus improvisation, I usually script key elements like major NPC dialogue, pivotal clues, or descriptions of crucial locations to ensure the narrative stays focused and impactful. For everything else, like how players approach situations or interact with the world, I leave plenty of room for improvisation. This keeps the game dynamic and lets players feel like their choices really matter. It’s all about finding that balance-having a solid framework but being ready to adapt on the fly. Thanks again for the thoughtful comment, and I can’t wait to see you on the next upload!

[@jonhaynie1987]

How many pages of notes (excluding maps) do you write per hour of play?

[@GMJosh-sw9hp]

It really varies. If I'm writing for myself, usually 1 or so. If I'm writing a setting for someone else to run, anywhere from 1 to 4ish lol.

[@waltercarmichael100]

What levels is this adventure geared for? The store doesn’t tell that.

[@GMJosh-sw9hp]

It could be any level. You would just want to make your stats reflect that. the abilities of the badddies are non number specific.

[@tylersustare]

this video is great for what it is. But it’s not what I was really looking for. I was looking more for GM advice for running a one shot not creator advice for creating a one shot to sell

[@GMJosh-sw9hp]

Ah, maybe I should make a video about running a one-shot! that would be a great video idea!