The Lazy RPG Podcast - D&D and RPG News and GM Prep from Sly Flourish Seggotan's Anvil – Dragon Empire Prep Session 35
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Aug 22, 2025 Mike dives into his preparations for the upcoming Tales of the Valiant campaign, celebrating a recent victory against a void creature. The discussion turns to key player choices, like thwarting a biological weapon and the twists of teleportation. Tensions rise as adventurers confront Dragon Empire tax collectors with moral dilemmas involving displaced children. Insights into organization, creature types, and treasure generation take center stage, providing invaluable tips for a smooth gaming experience.
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Agree On Teleportation Boundaries
- Make a player agreement about unannounced teleportation to unknown locations.
- Ask players to give advance notice or wait until session end before teleporting to places you haven't prepared.
Adult Dragon Encounter Raises Stakes
- The party will face their first adult dragon, Eustacia Stonegaze, a green dragon with basilisk traits.
- Facing a CR15 adult dragon pushes them into a clearly dangerous, high-tier encounter.
Combine Abilities To Raise Danger
- Combine creature abilities to create unique, higher-threat encounters like adding basilisk petrification to a dragon.
- Adjust ranges and DCs to increase danger and create memorable tactical challenges.
