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How can I roleplay a character more manipulative than myself?

For seasoned 3.X players and DMs, what is the “what's new” summary for 5e?

How do I make weather an important part of the game?

What approaches are there to lessen or eliminate reliance upon dice in an RPG? [closed]

What is Sandbox play?

What are the differences between Holmes, Moldvay, and Mentzer D&D?

How can I DM a character with more social skills than me?

What defines a “West Marches” campaign?

How do I deal with PCs who use kidnap and torture as an investigative technique? [closed]

How can I make my game more “noir” as a GM?

GMing for [dis]abled players, specifically blind players?

What characterizes a “Modern” role playing game or gaming system? [closed]

What alternatives are there to replace orcs, kobolds, and hobgoblins in low-level encounters? [closed]

What games are out there that could be played in a single night, with no prep? [closed]

What are the key considerations to creating compelling environments?

How to handle wealthy player characters as a GM?

What is a good way to become a better NPC/monster actor?

How to build an evil campaign

Are there any good tabletop RPGs for young beginning players? [closed]

As a GM, how does one deal with all of the players playing nearly identical characters?

Suggestions for decreasing metagaming and increasing player immersion?

How do I avoid lecturing my players

How do I avoid clichés while improvising?

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GMing a setting when your players are more familiar with it than you

How do I play a quiet, lone wolf character but also engage my group?

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