We need to have a frank, open, and difficult discussions about why I keep calling Game Consent Surveys horseshit. Or rather, I need to explain and you need to shut up and listen.
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In this True Campaign Managery lesson, I explore the idea of a Session Zero and whether it’s worth hosting one? Spoiler alert: usually no.
A quick update because I’ve been a ghost. Short version: Feature deluge incoming for the next eight days. Live Chat with published Recording coming Wednesday at 8:00 PM EDT.
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