Blog Collection

by Hawke Robinson published 2018/08/28 18:05:29 GMT-7, last modified 2022-11-12T08:43:47-08:00
In this collection you will find the latest RPG Research community Blog Postings throughout the entire RPG Research website. These are less formal but usually more timely postings, provide the more human community connection with the international volunteers helping make RPG Research possible. Remember, we are all unpaid volunteers, doing what we can to help improve the overall human condition, so please be kind and supportive.
Incorporating RPG into Clinical Practice Presentation at WSTRA 2018 by RPG Research & RPG Therapeutics Incorporating RPG into Clinical Practice Presentation at WSTRA 2018 by RPG Research & RPG Therapeutics
by Hawke Robinson — last modified Aug 18, 2022 10:41 AM

RPG Research and RPG Therapeutics LLC representatives are presenting at the upcoming 2018 Washington State Therapeutic Recreation Association (WSTRA) annual professional conference. The topic: "Role-Playing Game (RPG) Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (TRS) Game Master (GM) Step 1: How to Develop and Integrate Role-Playing Games as an Intervention Modality into Therapeutic Recreation Programs."

Braille Dice from FigmentsOfFilaments Braille Dice from FigmentsOfFilaments
by Hawke Robinson — last modified Oct 21, 2022 05:16 PM

Unfortunately the dice we purchased were very poorly made, with holes through them, inconsistent sizing, too light, and poor design for those with visual impairment. Also I was unable to easily contact the seller for support. At this point I'm sorry to say I can't recommend them. If the issues are addressed in the future by the seller, and pending feedback from Nexus center and others, I will update this posting accordingly.

Professional Ethics, Friendly vs. Friends Professional Ethics, Friendly vs. Friends
by Hawke Robinson — last modified Nov 12, 2022 08:26 AM

This came up in an Alignable social network thread, and I thought others might enjoy it being shared here. "What do you think is an appropriate relationship with a client/customer? " This also addresses some of the topics of RPG Professionals / Paid Game Masters, etc.

Using RPGs to correct misbehaviour Using RPGs to correct misbehaviour
by Shaun Low — last modified Nov 12, 2022 08:26 AM

I've had a lot of students over the years, many of whom would display acts of misbehaviour in and outside of class. Today, I would like to discuss my experiences with using RPGs to correct such traits. I also have a short anecdote that would hopefully inspire parents and educators out there.

Should Game Masters for Role-Playing Games be Paid? It Depends. Should Game Masters for Role-Playing Games be Paid? It Depends.
by Hawke Robinson — last modified Nov 12, 2022 08:26 AM

Increasingly heated debate has been growing in recent years about whether role-playing game masters (RPG GMs) should be paid or not. It depends... NOTE: This article focuses on pure entertainment RPG Professionals, not RPG Professionals in educational or therapeutic settings. To be clear, this is a blog posting, as an opinion piece, not a formal essay or research paper. For more formal essays, see the research sections of the site. This informal article is from the first-person experiential perspective, that attempts to include persuasive argument components, as someone involved with RPGs since the 1970s running many sessions per week, and paid as a GM (when desired) since the 1980s.

Good Gaming Etiquette Good Gaming Etiquette
by Hawke Robinson — last modified Nov 12, 2022 08:28 AM

This document attempts to spell out what "good gaming etiquette" is, in the role-playing gaming world, depending on the RPG format...

Wizards of the Coast D&D Dragon Talk Broadcast Notes Wizards of the Coast D&D Dragon Talk Broadcast Notes
by Hawke Robinson — last modified Oct 26, 2022 02:27 AM

Here are notes from the January 22nd, 2018 interview broadcast at Wizards of the Coast's Dungeons & Dragons, "Dragon Talk" with Greg Tito and Shelly Mazzanoble, interviewing John Welker & Hawke Robinson of RPG Research, Spokane Area Gaming Alliance, & RPG Therapeutics LLC, about role-playing game education, therapy, and more. Currently a work in progress. I am working on it each day in small snippets of time while juggling everything else. I will let folks know when it is ready for sharing.

Famous IP without RPG
by Hawke Robinson — last modified Nov 12, 2022 08:26 AM

This has come up a few times and was recently renewed, so I thought I would post this page as an ongoing list to update. As far as I know, there are no _licensed_ games for these intellectual property items...

Game Journals
by John Welker — last modified Nov 12, 2022 08:26 AM

The start of my documentation and journalism of RPG games I run

Initial Review of The Gamers: The Shadow Menace
by Hawke Robinson — last modified Nov 12, 2022 08:26 AM

This is an initial review, with just my first impressions upon the first viewing of the brand new offering in the original The Gamers Series: The Shadow Menace. I attempt to avoid any overt spoilers by keeping this review more abstract rather than specific.

Thoughts on Cthulhu Halloween 2017 Thoughts on Cthulhu Halloween 2017
by Hawke Robinson — last modified Nov 12, 2022 08:26 AM

My regular Tuesday Worlds of Beru group asked that I run a special Cthulhu session for this year, since Halloween fell on Tuesday. You can view the video on our Youtube channel, and here is a brief summary of my thoughts about the session (I haven't had a chance to watch it)...

Spokane Drum Circle Facilitation Workshop - November 4th, 2017. 1-3 pm, Spokane, WA. Spokane Drum Circle Facilitation Workshop - November 4th, 2017. 1-3 pm, Spokane, WA.
by Hawke Robinson — last modified Nov 12, 2022 08:26 AM

Workshop: "An Introduction to Drum Circle Facilitation" at the Indie Air Radio concert hall in Spokane, Washington, Saturday, November 4th, 2017. Space is limited to 35 people, so book you seat right away. Proceeds go toward building the Wheelchair Friendly RPG Trailer fundraising campaign. We also use drum circles as part of the RPG / LARP experience, to summon for gathering, to build cooperative attitudes, paying attention and following directions, excite or relax participants depending on the goals of the adventure. We have more than enough drums for you, or you are welcome to BYOD (Bring Your Own Drum) if you wish. See you there!

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