Star Trek Adventures: Continuing Conversations

Character Roles in the Players’ Guide

Character Roles in the Players' Guide. Michael and Jim break down Chapter 5 of the Player's Guide. Be ready to deep dive into the various and intriguing roles available for play in STA! We explore the new format and ways for your to get more out of whatever role you chose to play.

(FIXED AUDIO) Michael and Jim highlight chapter 4 of the Players’ Guide.

NOTE: I am sorry for the audio issues for those that tried to listen earlier. I have corrected the audio and it should be good now!!!
 
How can you bring your best self to the game? How can you be a great player on your crew and make sure everyone has fun? What tips and tricks will help you become not just a player, but a co-writer?

What sets the Players’ Guide apart from the Gamemasters’ Guide?

In this episode, Michael and Jim break down the Players Guide to optimize your playing experience.

CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 009–Session Zero Live Play

What’s a session zero? Before a group even launches into their cosmic adventures, gamemasters and players will convene to discuss what their game (their world) will look like. In this case, what era of Star Trek will the game setting be? What kind of characters will we create to man our space vessel? Heck, what are we going to name the ship?
What will GMS get out of this LIVE session? If you are a new GM, learn how to design a campaign that is comfortable for all. Set up a code of conduct to make sure everyone feels included. Create a setting that engaged all of your new players. And more!
What will new Players learn? Experience how fun creating your own piece of the Trek universe can be? Create a character with a cool back story that makes you excited to play the game. Get to know your fellow crew members and your ship.

CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 008–GAMEMASTERS’ GUIDE: ADDITIONAL RULES AND TOOLS

Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke blast through chapter 7 of the Gamemaster’s Guide to highlight amazing Optional Rules, invigorating Sample Encounters and Extended Tasks, and intriguing Cultural Structures to bring your game alive.

CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 007–GAMEMASTERS’ GUIDE: MAIN ENGINEERING

Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke review chapter 6 of the new Gameamster’s Guide. Learn how to utilize Tasks, Momentum, Threat, Attributes and Disciplines, Values and Determination, Traits, The Scientific Method, and a lot of good stuff about making the best NPCs!

CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 006–GAMEMASTERS’ GUIDE: STAR TREK STORYTELLING

In this week’s podcast, Jim Johnson and Michael Dismuke talk about Star Trek Storytelling. Listen in to help plan and play dynamic games.

CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS 005–GAMEMASTERS’ GUIDE: TO BOLDY GO

In this week’s episode, we break down Chapter 04.00 of the Star Trek Adventures Gamemasters Guide. Game Preparation, Recruiting A Crew, Your First Voyage, and Running The Game.