Steve Jackson Games Forums - View Single Post - How to teach roleplaying games to teenagers?

DeadParrot · 02-02-2023, 03:06 PM

If they seem OK with the mechanics and playing the numbers, assign them a homework assignment. Have them write up a half page or so about their characters. No direct mention of stat numbers or advantages/disadvantages or other game mechanics. Once the character has more to it in their minds then a bunch of numbers, the role play may come easier. If they come up with really good descriptions that don't match the character sheets, let them change the sheets to match the writing as much as your game allows.

Worry about the GM part later after they can get a story image into their minds.

02-02-2023, 03:06 PM	#7
DeadParrot Join Date: Apr 2012	Re: How to teach roleplaying games to teenagers? If they seem OK with the mechanics and playing the numbers, assign them a homework assignment. Have them write up a half page or so about their characters. No direct mention of stat numbers or advantages/disadvantages or other game mechanics. Once the character has more to it in their minds then a bunch of numbers, the role play may come easier. If they come up with really good descriptions that don't match the character sheets, let them change the sheets to match the writing as much as your game allows. Worry about the GM part later after they can get a story image into their minds.