Great Character Backstories 101 - Playing RPGs

A Player Character's history can determine much of their future. Here's some suggestions and tips for approaching and incorporating backstories into your game as both a Player and as a Game Master.

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00:00 Intro
01:32 Verify the GM's Plan
02:46 Verify it Fits
03:11 Give Players a Direction
03:28 Use the Map
06:03 Make it Appropriate
06:54 How Much Backstory?
08:24 How Did You Get Here?
10:04 No Complete Secrets
11:10 95% is the Player's Responsibility
17:26 Be Patient
19:26 Can't Always Be Used
22:29 Closing

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