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If you haven't seen these yet, check them out. It's a session of D&D being played with Chris Perkins as the DM.

I like his style. In fact, it's very much like my style of DMing. I noticed he did a number of things I do during a game. Here are some of the tips and tricks that can be seen in the videos.

1. Character introductions. It's always helpful, especially for a new group to introduce their characters. Some of us, such as myself, are bad with names and might need reminders a few times as to who is playing whom.

2. Not Railroading, But You Start at the Railroad Station. Notice how he takes command. "You are there." Not, "Do you want to go see the elf?" It gives the adventure direction. Nobody is looking for a "sandbox game", they're there for their adventure.