In Episode Three of Tabletop for Two, we talk about the different types of characters you might want to include in your duet game and how alignment with the party’s goals plays a special role at the one-on-one gaming table!
Character Creation
Zodiac Warrior Bonus Supplement for D&D
We have a fun bonus supplement for you today based on a recent campaign arc in our duet game. You can incorporate the zodiac warrior bonuses for your PC as a way to enhance the PC’s abilities (empowered) without them becoming invincible (overpowered).
How to Incorporate PC Backstory, Short- and Long-Term
One straightforward way we can orient a campaign around our PC as the main character is incorporating aspects of their backstory into the short- and long-term campaign arcs.
Captivate with Character Introductions
For those looking for a captivating character entrance onto the tabletop gaming stage, look no further than the character intro template by Hook and Chance! In this podcast episode, Beth sits down with the podcast hosts to discuss character creation and flash fiction for your fantasy PCs.
Descent into Avernus: Duet Edition, Introduction
In this introductory post for our new series, Baldur’s Gate: Descent into Avernus, the duet edition, we cover some initial thoughts on character creation and session zero ideas for the campaign. Early on in the planning process, there will be several things still up in the air, but starting with character is key to building a strong narrative foundation.
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.
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.
Catering to Character Subclasses
For players, this post aims to help you think of alternatives to changing your character’s subclass. For DMs, this post suggests ways of incorporating the subclass more often and some benefits to doing so. Ideally, the two of you can collaborate on ways to accentuate the subclass during RP, combat, and in the larger story.
