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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Scotley" data-source="post: 1793116" data-attributes="member: 11520">Required:Core books--can be used from memory if the need arises. Dice--The magic dice in my head work in a pinch.PlayersDiet CokeA place--pretty much anywhere. Helpful:DM ScreenOptional books--especially more monstersInitiative cards--from the game mechanics, these things are great!NotesMapsImprovised battle mat with beer bottle tops, dice and bits of paper for monsters/players/sceneryBeerSnacksDry erase boardNotebook Paper/Graph Paper/pens/pencils/notepads/binders/folders/sheet protectorsAdequate lightingTable and ChairsA computer--for game prep and research only, not at the table. Also good for information sharing between sessions and character generation. Power drinks such as red bull or rock star if the game exceeds 5 hours or so.Prep time.Things I don't need:Rules LawyersToo much alcoholLaptops--One fellow DM's experience with a power cord and a passing dog was enough to convince me--I can't afford a new screen for my aging laptop.Too much rich foodDistractions--cell phones, TV, non-players wandering in if they can’t watch quietly. Drugs—illicit or even legal if they impair the player.Work the next day—unfortunately my DMing skills have not provided an income to date.Things I’d like to try:Mood MusicPropsSupermodels in the basement—gotta start digging one.</blockquote>