Armoured WizardAug 17, 2023
#ttrpg GM TIP:
Let your Players have Friends!
Not every NPC needs to be hostile, or even neutral
Don't demand Persuade rolls for everything.
Sometimes, just say "Yes, your friend will help".
Show threadBrainburner Games

@ArmouredWizard There are many great ways to handle "friend" NPCs, but I think it's often interesting to put them in danger.

For the PCs I've played with, "friend" NPCs are often much higher stakes than widows and orphans.

Aug 21, 2023 at 6:31pmWeb
Show threadArmoured WizardAug 21, 2023

@BrainburnerGames While this can work well, don't over-do it!
If every friend your PC makes gets captured/killed/put in harms way, it can lead to Players not wanting to make attachments.
As I said: Let your Players have Friends!
Not plot-points, not people-to-rescue :)

Your table may vary.