Should You Handhold New Players Into Loving D&D?
May 8, 2025
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May 8, 2025
Should You Handhold New Players Into Loving D&D?
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<p>Here are today's sponsors:</p><p>Worldsmith - Easy D&D Prep - Start a Free 7 Day Trial: <a href="https://session0studios.com/worldsmith-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://session0studios.com/worldsmith-podcast</a></p><p>Roll and Play Press - Easier D&D: <a href="https://session0studios.com/rollandplay" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://session0studios.com/rollandplay</a></p><p>Studio Fantasms: <a href="https://session0studios.com/fantasms" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://session0studios.com/fantasms</a></p><p>Our Patreon: <a href="https://session0studios.com/patreon" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://session0studios.com/patreon</a></p><p>Whether your new player is a wide-eyed first-timer or cautiously dipping a toe into the hobby, Tanner shares key strategies for making their early sessions fun, engaging, and not overwhelming. From simplifying character creation and gently easing players into combat, to modeling role-playing behavior and encouraging character development, this episode is full of practical advice for DMs who want to be thoughtful guides on a new player's journey.</p><p>Check out our sponsor, Monument Studios! Their music always brings our games to the next level, and they can do it for you, too. Use cod BETTERDM10 for a discount and to support our show: <a href="https://rollandplaypress.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://rollandplaypress.com</a></p><p>Also, learn more about our Pro DM services here to have a great DM run your game: <a href="https://session0studios.com/dungeon-master-for-hire/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://session0studios.com/dungeon-master-for-hire/</a></p><p>Special thanks to:</p><p>Benj Weyland for Graphic Design (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/benjweydesign/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/benjweydesign/</a>)</p><p>TJ Max, Juka, and TechSenpai for being amazing moderators</p><p>Kyle Wilson, Nick Ammann and Professor Nobody for being our patrons.</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>Brought to you by Session 0 Studios</strong></p><p>Visit session0studios.com for more information.</p><p><strong>Add the Magic of Sound to Your Gameplay</strong></p><p>When you set the scene you need to tap into the five senses. When it comes to sound one of the best ways to do that is with music, sound effects, and ambience. That’s why we’ve teamed up with Monument Studios.
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