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A Little Christmas Action Scene

Mon. December 25, 2006 

Merry Christmas from Treasure Tables!

Last year’s Christmas post was about the worst Dungeon Master ever; this year, it’s about action scenes. Over on ars ludi, Ben Robbins (of Lame Mage Productions) lays out the anatomy of an action scene.

His approach involves a simple seven-part framework for designing an action scene, built with supers in mind but useful in other genres as well. Ben also offers a free adventure that makes use of his approach, Dr. Null: Battle on the Bay Bridge.

Whether or not you celebrate Christmas, I hope your day is a fabulous one. Eat well, spend time with friends and family, and I’ll see you tomorrow.

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2 Responses to “A Little Christmas Action Scene”

  1. ScottM on December 26th, 2006 10:03 am

    A belated Merry Christmas to you. We had a great and quiet day– hope yours was filled with family and friends.

  2. Martin on December 27th, 2006 9:14 am

    It was! This was one of my all-time favorite Christmases. I’m glad you had a good holiday, Scott. :)