GM Fundamentals: Create Great Stories with Story Beats (6th & 13th March)

GM Fundamentals: Create Great Stories with Story Beats

Ever run a session that felt flat… or one that just worked, but you weren’t sure why?

This two-part GM Fundamentals workshop focuses on story beats: the rhythm, escalation, and emotional flow that turns a series of scenes into a compelling tabletop experience.

Unlike novels or scripted media, TTRPGs happen live. You can’t edit, rewind, or control outcomes. This workshop teaches you how to design playable narrative structure that responds to player choices while still delivering tension, momentum, and payoff.

Across two focused sessions, you’ll learn how to structure your sessions for maximum momentum without resorting to railroading. We’ll look at the difference between a rigid plot and a flexible, playable structure, focusing on how to use story beats to guide pacing while still giving your players full agency.

You will gain practical techniques for reading the table's energy and adjusting your narrative on the fly, allowing you to escalate tension or pivot the story based on the choices your players make. We’ll also cover how to manage the inevitable chaos of a live game while still landing on a satisfying, high-impact ending, whether that’s a triumphant victory or a tragic cliffhanger. We'll finish this workshop with tools to handle unexpected player surprises while keeping the story's "feel" consistent and engaging from start to finish.

Highlights:

• Playable Storytelling: Narrative tools designed for live play

• System-Agnostic: Works for D&D, indie, and narrative games

• Pacing Mastery: Learn when to accelerate or let scenes breathe

• Adaptability Skills: Keep stories strong even when plans derail

• Interactive & Practical: Real life examples and solutions

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Workshop Style & Requirements

• Format: Guided discussion, breakdowns, examples, exercises

• Experience Level: Beginner to Intermediate GMs

• System-Agnostic: Applies to D&D, indie systems, any TTRPG tables

Recommended For:

• GMs who want tighter, more engaging sessions

• Story-focused GMs struggling with pacing

• Campaign GMs and one-shot runners alike

• Anyone who wants their sessions to feel more intentional

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Session Details

• Session: 2 sessions

• Date: Fridays, 6th & 13th March

• Time: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM

• Location: TableMinis Studio, 10 Arumugam Rd, #08-02, Singapore 409957

• Price: $50 per pax per session
  

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out on WhatsApp +65 8884 0350. We’re happy to help.