There are monsters to fight, locations to explore, and plenty of characters to talk to.

That requires skills as varied as a theater director, researcher and psychologist all traits integral to writing.

The ability to grip your audience and keep them engaged is beneficial in any storytelling medium.

An illustration of a woman reading a book with her brain visible

Taking on the role of Dungeon Master is no simple task.

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