January 2009

For a lot of people, Pen and Paper Role Playing Games like Dungeons & Dragons and White Wolf's World of Darkness series seem like kid's stuff. Any experienced player, though, will tell you how much fun they can be for an adult crowd. For twenty-somethings who aren't into the bar and club scenes, and that's a lot of us, gaming is a great way to meet new people and have fun, while also exercising our creative sides. Just like any social event, hosting a game night isn't as easy as it sounds. In addition to guiding a piece of complex interactive fiction, hosts face a lot of the same challenges as people who throw dinner parties. Here are three tips to keep your friends and fellow players coming back for another chronicle.

A Hungry Player is a Distracted Player

If done correctly, a single RPG session can last several hours. No one should have to roll dice on an empty stomach. As the host of a game night, feeding your guests is essential. As everyone starts showing up, a simple appetizer is a nice way to create a happy, comfortable environment.

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