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Yep. But, entering a discussion to determine right from wrong probably isn't going to gain folks much anyway. Sure. Or, they are...

I’d say there’s a couple different aspects here (and this is a yes, and). Presenting an invading army that will overwhelm the defenses...

But you do keep returning to the idea that the story isn't what's being done at the table now, it's what you see and talk about when...

I definitely agree that RPGs shine on those open-ended challenges where players can find solutions that surprise me. I won't get into...

My view is that the thing being 'found out' during play might have minimal to no effect on outcome but can still be enjoyable and...

Well...if you want to change goal posts sure. We play to find out, but when the GM comes up with an adventure (AP or otherwise), there...

Alternatively, it's just a different story. The Exploration of Moria or The Fall of Baromir are two stories that take place in the...

I agree with all of this, except the idea that "stories have a structure...RPGs are messy" Stories are quite messy. Two people can read...

I see it more as seeding a story. You are choosing a setting and characters and then making something of that. I dont mind a little prep...

I believe this is true even in more narrative or "story"-based games, like Fate, Quest, PbtA, Sorcerer or what have you. These games...

Personally, I play TTRPGs because I like games. If I just wanted a story generator, I'd do collaborative writing with my friends. I've...

This As a DM I want to set up a situation and then let the players solve it. I dont have a correct/preferred way for it to be solved...