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I’m a new game master. Help! Dos and Dont’s for New GMs (opens in new tab)

The first time you sit down behind the screen, it feels like everything changes. Suddenly, you’re not “just playing” anymore—you’re responsible for the world, the rules, the pacing, the story, and somehow everyone else’s fun. But here’s the truth that often gets lost in all that pressure: GMs are still players. The post I’m a new game master. Help! Dos and Dont’s for New GMs – May 20, 2026 appeared first on Kobold Press.

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