Improvisation for GMs: How to Think on Your Feet

08/09/2025 14 min Episodio 132
Improvisation for GMs: How to Think on Your Feet

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Episode Synopsis

Your players zigged. You prepped for a zag.
What now?
In this episode of The Bearded Nerd Podcast, Brian breaks down the 5 key techniques that help GMs master improvisation at the table. Learn how to create NPCs, conflicts, and entire storylines on the fly—with confidence.
🎙️ What You’ll Learn:


How to stay in control while giving players agency


Improv rules every GM should know


Reusable templates for NPCs, encounters, and twists


How to turn chaos into creative gold


🎁 Bonus Download: Get the full GM Improv Toolkit on Patreon

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