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<blockquote data-quote="Jacob Lewis" data-source="post: 7876239" data-attributes="member: 6667921">First, look for groups who aren't already playing those games. Board gamers, for example, are usually more open to trying new games, especially one shots or short runs. Roleplayers, on the other hand, have a tendency to stick with one system or group, especially if they are already involved in one or more campaigns and heavily invested.Next, advertise. Put up flyers on public bulletin boards not only in game stores, but libraries, book stores, gamestop, etc. Anywhere you might visit, other gamers might also go.Also, social media can help. Join local game store pages and groups, clubs, and interests. Announce plans and attract interest. Be passionate, but not zealous. Specific ideas will show you have a plan and not just spitballing hoping to find others to give you what you want. You want a group, not just a game. Finally, be persistent without being obnoxious. And screen your people! Make sure you find players you will enjoy playing, and vice versa.And if all else fails, join a D&amp;D game or two if just to make connections. If you're willing to give their game a shot, they might be willing to give yours one if they like you. Good luck!</blockquote>

[QUOTE="Jacob Lewis, post: 7876239, member: 6667921"] First, look for groups who aren't already playing those games. Board gamers, for example, are usually more open to trying new games, especially one shots or short runs. Roleplayers, on the other hand, have a tendency to stick with one system or group, especially if they are already involved in one or more campaigns and heavily invested. Next, advertise. Put up flyers on public bulletin boards not only in game stores, but libraries, book stores, gamestop, etc. Anywhere you might visit, other gamers might also go. Also, social media can help. Join local game store pages and groups, clubs, and interests. Announce plans and attract interest. Be passionate, but not zealous. Specific ideas will show you have a plan and not just spitballing hoping to find others to give you what you want. You want a group, not just a game. Finally, be persistent without being obnoxious. And screen your people! Make sure you find players you will enjoy playing, and vice versa. And if all else fails, join a D&D game or two if just to make connections. If you're willing to give their game a shot, they might be willing to give yours one if they like you. Good luck! [/QUOTE]

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