One of the first things you’ll want to figure out when prepping your one-on-one Descent into Avernus campaign is your DMPC. Will you select one of the characters from the book, like Reya or Lulu, or will you create a character to complement the PC? This post covers DMPC best practices for duet play and some things to keep in mind while you flesh out your DMPC.
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D&D Online: Player Prep
In this post, I’ll cover some important player considerations for you to work through before your online D&D session starts so you’ll be prepared for full immersion at your virtual tabletop. Your two primary steps are to review your notes from the previous session and to know your characters’ goals and motivations in advance.
How to Transition Your Game to Roll20
We’ve compiled a list of three tips for moving your face-to-face games to Roll 20: give yourself time to adjust, set expectations at the beginning, and play with people you trust.
Optional Rules for Animal Companions
In this post, we outline some optional rules for incorporating animal companions into your one-on-one games without having to worry about devastating your duet partner if something happens to their beloved pet.
Top 3 Tips for DMs of One-on-One D&D
In this post, I cover my top three tips for DMs of one-on-one D&D as well as two bonus tips! First, establish and maintain trust. Second, let player preference be your guide. Third, collaboration is key! With this foundation, you’re ready for so many fun sessions of duet D&D!
Character Questions for Adapting Published Campaigns for One-on-One Play
Where do we start when adapting a published campaign for one-on-one play? What should you take into account as the player in this situation while you prepare your PC? The short answer is to have an idea as to why the PC is going to take part in the storyline. Why will they care? This post tackles these questions in greater detail.
Advice for DMs of One-on-One D&D
Are you hesitant to start your one-on-one game? Or worried about accidentally killing your best friend’s carefully crafted PC when they’re only level two? Mike Shea, aka Sly Flourish, and I sit down to discuss our best tips for DMs of duet-style D&D.
Character Mentors for One-on-One Play
This post covers some of the unique possibilities in one-on-one play for a side quest or refreshing adventure with a character mentor. These principles would also work well for setting up a session zero or running a quick side storyline with a character from a group game.
