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Message: <blockquote data-quote="doctorhook" data-source="post: 5210966" data-attributes="member: 58401">You need to put your foot down with this kid, absolutely as far as you can without acting inappropriately (you aren't his parents, or even his brother, after all). Let the kid know, very firmly, that his behaviour is not acceptable, and that if he continues, he might lose the privilege of playing (for himself, and possibly for his brother, if the brother isn't helpful in controlling this kid).(The brother sounds like he might be at fault, too, especially if he's bringing the kid, and then letting him go wild. Make sure Senior understands the problem you're having with his younger brother, and if he refuses to, you should seriously consider dumping both from the group until at least one of them is ready to behave.)The truth is, as a DM, you're gonna be playing kindergarten-teacher and parent sometimes anyway, even if all your players are adults. As DM, your control of the game should extend even to table-management, which means keeping problem-players in line. It takes a while to get used to, but don't be afraid to get heavy-handed if the situation warrants it -- remember that your effort and everybody's enjoyment are on the line.D&D with grow'd-ups might not really be a good fit for this kid anyway. Have you considered showing him how to DM? You could encourage him to run a game for some of his same-aged friends, whose playing style might have more in common with his.</blockquote>

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