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verbal particulars that make a fictional world seem real
There’s a big difference between “I like your house.” and “ I can’t believe you own a beach bungalow here in Malibu.” The difference is the detail that paints a specific picture.
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establishing the location using space work
When playing in imagined-world stories, engage with the physical environment through space work. This avoids the trap of talking heads and introduces elements that can be reincorporated later on. If spects seem uncertain about the location, clarify it with a defined offer.
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a question that repeats a word or idea that was just spoken
When you want spects to expand on an offer that they’ve made, follow up with an echo question. It invites them to add more detail without making it feel like an interrogation.
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the details of a scene that influence character behavior
The given circumstances of a scene consist of any story elements that affect characters’ behaviors. They include the context of character, activity, and location. Other things like backstory, goals, and historical context can also come into play.
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An expert is anyone who has specialized knowledge. As an inter-actor, you play people from many professions and walks of life. It might be a senator, a scientist, or a psychic. The more you know, the more you have to play with, but you can’t know it all. Here are some ways to play experts with limited knowledge.
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Say a random word. Then say words or phrases that are all related to the first word. Track how many words or phrases are generated in one minute.
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Research a topic that you don’t know much about. Then play a scene in which the research topic is relevant.
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