Mystery

Published: March 10, 2023, 1 p.m.

*Minor Outer Wilds spoilers in this episode*

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I'm joined by Michael K. Ross from The RPG Academy to talk how to design enthralling and fair mysteries, puzzles, and enigmas.

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  • 04:24 - There\u2019s Been a Murder!
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  • 12:54 - Crafting Rewarding Mysteries
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  • 29:53 - Implicit Trust and the Beauty of Experimentation
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  • 45:35 - Building a Thematic Setting
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  • 55:33 - Quickfire Tips
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Intro Music: 'Local Forecast' by Kevin MacLeod
\nIntermission Music: 'Chill' by Kevin MacLeod
\nOutro Music: 'Local Forecast - Elevator' by Kevin MacLeod

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Podcast art by Lily from https://www.beiworkshop.com/