Questions tagged [group-dynamics]

For questions on game-participant dynamics including dealing with sensitive topics, managing group composition, and other table-level interactions. For questions dealing with the actual party of characters in the game, use the [party] tag.

RPGs are a social hobby - it is impossible to play the vast majority of RPGs alone. This tag identifies topics that are concerned with RPG groups including, but not necessarily limited to:

  • Handling player interactions
  • Dealing with sensitive topics
  • Managing the addition and subtraction of group members

For questions dealing with the actual party of characters in the game, use the tag.

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What's a GM to do when the party is intent on killing each other?

I have recently taken over running a Dnd 4e campaign where the party is constantly trying to kill each other, even in the middle of encounters. Despite reading the rule books, I cannot find any advice on what to do when all of my PCs are trying to…
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Average gaming time and session frequency

Is there any (semi) hard data on average gaming time and session frequency? How often does an average party play and how long does an average session of theirs last? Has anyone surveyed this yet (with publicly available results)?
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I think the DM is trying to drive the group apart

In our game we have 5 players. 3 characters are in the Lawful/Good, Good/Neutral area, and the other two are in the Chaotic/Neutral, Neutral/Evil area. The DM has lately been playing on the temptations of these two characters, which I can foresee…
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How do I handle missing different players on each session?

I'm trying to get my group together, but not everyone can join on a given day. What should I do to best run the game? Do I (as the DM) take over their character, throw in a temporary NPC, cancel the session, or something else?
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