085: Crafting Stories Through Board & Card Games with Emma Larkins

Roll Play Grow: A TTRPG Business Podcast

Emma Larkins, celebrated creator of "Abandon All Artichokes" and the eagerly awaited "Epilogue," takes us inside the vibrant world of board game design, discussing the pivotal role of community and collaboration in her design journey. We explore the evolution of games from simple card concepts to intricate storytelling experiences, underscoring the importance of prototyping and the creative freedom it provides. Emma shares invaluable insights for aspiring game designers, highlighting the significance of networking and how engaging with playtest communities led to her first board game creation.
Discover the magic behind storytelling games as Emma discusses her latest project, "Epilogue," a cooperative narrative game designed to make every player a storyteller. We explore the mechanics of word fragment assembly and how digital tools have adapted game design. Learn about maintaining creative control and the importance of strong relationships with publishers as Emma emphasizes staying true to one's values amidst industry challenges.
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• Epilogue Kickstarter
• Violet Daisy Website
• Instagram
• Blue Sky

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Chapter

1. 085: Crafting Stories Through Board & Card Games with Emma Larkins (00:00:00)

2. Introduction (00:00:08)

3. Emma Larkins Introduction (00:03:48)

4. How Emma got into board game design (00:10:28)

5. Emma's design process (00:19:52)

6. Emma's new game, Epilogue (00:25:54)

7. Working with board game publishers (00:44:40)

8. Challenges in the board game industry (00:49:04)

9. What has been the most rewarding part? (00:52:36)

10. Where can people find you? (00:54:35)

11. Wrap-up (00:57:02)