Using long form improvisational techniques to help GMs create NPCs that will challenge characters instantly. Participants will learn how to quickly create and switch NPCs quickly.
Description:
This workshop brings long form improvisational techniques to help GMs create NPCs that will challenge characters quickly. Mikel Matthews has been doing improv since 1995 and is the founder of Illinois State University’s Improv Mafia and the Abe Froman Project. His TikTok channel ImprovGMs gives advice and techniques about incorporating improv practices into RPGs.
Using long form improvisational techniques to help GMs create and thread multiple storylines, split parties, and setting up a chain of consequences that will create your story collaboratively.
Description:
This workshop brings long form improvisational techniques to help GMs create and thread multiple storylines, split parties, and setting up a chain of consequences that will create your story collaboratively. Mikel Matthews has been doing improv since 1995 and is the founder of Illinois State University’s Improv Mafia and the Abe Froman Project. His TikTok channel ImprovGMs gives advice and techniques about incorporating improv practices into RPGs.
ImprovGM Workshop for Players: Building Characters
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Using long form improvisational techniques to help players create strong characters instantly and how to build personality while they play. Scenes will focus on building emotionally alive characters.
Description:
This workshop brings long form improvisational techniques to help players create strong characters from improv techniques which can lead their characters to places they might not otherwise have considered. Mikel Matthews has been doing improv since 1995 and is the founder of Illinois State University’s Improv Mafia and the Abe Froman Project. His TikTok channel ImprovGMs gives advice and techniques about incorporating improv practices into RPGs.
Using long form improvisational techniques to help players raise the tension and learn to raise the stakes and the level of roleplay in the entire group. You will play out tense, multicharacter scenes
Description:
This workshop brings long form improvisational techniques to help players raise the tension and learn to commit to a scene, raising the level of roleplay in the entire group. Mikel Matthews has been doing improv since 1995 and is the founder of Illinois State University’s Improv Mafia and the Abe Froman Project. His TikTok channel ImprovGMs gives advice and techniques about incorporating improv practices into RPGs
Using long form improvisational techniques to help players raise the tension and learn to raise the stakes and the level of roleplay in the entire group. You will play out tense, multicharacter scenes
Description:
This workshop brings long form improvisational techniques to help players raise the tension and learn to commit to a scene, raising the level of roleplay in the entire group. Mikel Matthews has been doing improv since 1995 and is the founder of Illinois State University’s Improv Mafia and the Abe Froman Project. His TikTok channel ImprovGMs gives advice and techniques about incorporating improv practices into RPGs
Worldbuilding for Writers & Gamers: Building Worlds That Breathe
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Learn to build living worlds through culture, history, geography, and logic. A craft‑focused deep dive for writers and gamers who want settings that feel real, coherent, and alive.
Description:
Learn how to build worlds that feel alive on the page and at the table. In this craft‑focused workshop, we’ll explore how geography, culture, history, and internal logic shape a setting’s tone and possibilities. You’ll practice designing ecosystems, societies, and story‑ready environments that support character, theme, and play. Whether you’re writing fiction or running games, you’ll leave with tools to create coherent, dynamic worlds that breathe.
Worldbuilding for Writers & Gamers: Building Worlds That Breathe
Summary:
Learn to build living worlds through culture, history, geography, and logic. A craft‑focused deep dive for writers and gamers who want settings that feel real, coherent, and alive.
Description:
Learn how to build worlds that feel alive on the page and at the table. In this craft‑focused workshop, we’ll explore how geography, culture, history, and internal logic shape a setting’s tone and possibilities. You’ll practice designing ecosystems, societies, and story‑ready environments that support character, theme, and play. Whether you’re writing fiction or running games, you’ll leave with tools to create coherent, dynamic worlds that breathe.
Halys Hand-Dyed Yarn Workshop: Merlot and Muenster
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Join Haly, the Moonlight Bard, for an exclusive yarn dyeing adventure with the delightful theme: Wine & Cheese! Perfect for those who love to craft and explore new techniques.
Description:
Join Haly, the Moonlight Bard, for an exclusive yarn dyeing adventure with the delightful theme: Wine & Cheese! Perfect for those who love to craft and explore new techniques, this class offers a mesmerizing merlot purple ombre (wine) and a unique naked orange speckle (cheese). Supplies include: one 100 g skein of 75/25 BFL/nylon (fingering weight, 484 yds) for the wine color and one matching mini 20 g skein (92 yds) for the cheese color, dye, gloves, etc. Important Note: While we've taken every precaution to protect your hands and surfaces, we recommend wearing dark, cotton clothing as the dye will not stain cotton. Don't miss out on this fun and engaging classsecure your spot today and bring your creativity to life.
Join Haly, the Moonlight Bard, for an exclusive yarn dyeing adventure with the delightful theme: Wine & Cheese! Perfect for those who love to craft and explore new techniques.
Description:
Join Haly, the Moonlight Bard, for an exclusive yarn dyeing adventure with the delightful theme: Wine & Cheese! Perfect for those who love to craft and explore new techniques, this class offers a mesmerizing rosé pink ombre (wine) and a unique naked blue speckle (cheese). Supplies include: one 100 g skein of 75/25 BFL/nylon (fingering weight, 484 yds) for the wine color and one matching mini 20 g skein (92 yds) for the cheese color, dye, gloves, etc. Important Note: While we've taken every precaution to protect your hands and surfaces, we recommend wearing dark, cotton clothing as the dye will not stain cotton. Don't miss out on this fun and engaging classsecure your spot today and bring your creativity to life.
Use long form improvisational techniques to help GMs create NPCs that will challenge characters instantly. Participants will learn how to quickly create and switch NPCs quickly.
Description:
This workshop brings long form improvisational techniques to help GMs create NPCs that will challenge characters quickly. Mikel Matthews has been doing improv since 1995 and is the founder of Illinois State Universitys Improv Mafia and the Abe Froman Project. His TikTok channel ImprovGMs gives advice and techniques about incorporating improv practices into RPGs.