Solo RPG tutorial (the basics)

How to go from the blank page to having a character in a story with a goal and a timeframe in mind (no gameplay)
intro (0:00); choosing a ruleset (1:38); how not to get stuck after character creation (3:03); creating a story (11:13); the environment and encounters (20:48); time management (24:25)
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[stephenharamis]

After watching your videos for a few years I finally decided to run a solo session; I was very pleasantly surprised with just how well it flowed and how immersive it became. I appreciate all the inspiration you’ve provided!

[freddaniel]

I like the way you are building story from a "trinket".
Starting with a character and a "prompt" or inspirational concept and building from there is rewarding solo play for me as well. Set a goal and a limiting factor and you have a challenging game as you demonstrate. Nicely done.
I enjoy this video and many of your others I have seen. Just want to say thank you for sharing.

[aspektx]

I really like the concept of keeping an eye out for anomalous features of a rule set. Thank you.

[commanderboreal]

This is actually a really helpful video!
I always ran into the problem of trying to make a grand campaign from the start.
But the way you describe it seems just so much more useful and fun!
Thank you for this video!

[Caylus]

I have been playing traditional rpgs for 30+ years and only last copple of years opend my eyes for the new kind of rpgs - and just now I try to learn solo Rpg. You offer great content! Thank you.

[mr.eddiet.]

This is great! I happen to be using BFRPG for my first solo play right now. What a timely help this is.

[moh.syafrianabie]

I've been studying solo roleplay for a year now, and I can safely say that the only thing you need with solo roleplay is answering question. You will always get stuck in solo roleplay, so that's where generator are needed to answer the question where you stuck. Always question and answer everything as if you're in a point of view of your main character. So, no meta question like trying to answer question your main character have no knowledge of. Also, focus only on one (or few) universal generator, rather than using a lot of table which you will most likely not using it.

[wg]

This was an incredibly helpful video. It’s amazing how well you broke down how to get started, which is a huge issue for me. You are a great thinker and teacher

[ThePeyoteCoyote]

Excellent video! Useful for solo gaming or just writing your own stories. Loved it!

[rockhopper]

Getting back into RPG’s after about 30 year gap, found your video while searching for BFRPG on YouTube. I love your solo approach! I was getting excited too when you gave your thief the holy symbol! Thanks so much for the inspiration, because I have so many ideas for when my wife and sons are doing other things.

[larilaa]

I'm so glad I searched for solo TTRPG content and so glad I saw this and the few other vids I've watched so far. I enjoy game design and solo game design A LOT. You're a great speaker and your love for the art really shows. I like your ideas, like the rpg wallet, and I respect your knowledge of the systems and creativity to refine/redefine them. BIG THANKS. Cool stuff.

[MisterMurphy]

I can't tell you how helpful this was, thank you! Also, your voice is really lovely to listen to, you're so chilled x

[Josh.Proctor]

The crochet hook pointer is something I'll have to use in my own character building process. Also, this is a great video that's helping me wrap my mind around doing my first solo. And of your videos that I've watched so far, I haven't not-learned something from your videos. I just hit subscribe. Thanks for doing these sorts of reviews and tutorials.

[Vestu]

So much great insight on matters I've struggled with in solo play

[A.Elbereth.Gilthoniel]

Wow. You have found an inconsistency in the rulebook (holy symbol's description is missing) and used it as a basis for the story. Meanwhile I would just gnash my teeth and get upset on the designers 'not caring enough.' I have much to learn.
Thank you for your videos, I enjoy your insight, your voice & the crochet hook. Keep it up!

[jeddak]

One reason I think I've been challenged in solo roleplaying is that the term 'solo roleplaying' carries with it several connotations and assumptions related to group roleplaying that don't actually apply. Your videos and book have helped clarify this for me. And with that realization, I think a better term for this activity is 'semi-structured creative writing.'

[futhark]

Some good ideas. I play mostly with a few tables and an yes/no oracle. Sometimes it really works out, sometimes not so.

[dcarrarafreak]

Holy the ruleset forgot to put it in there, but typically a holy symbol is required by cleric types to turn undead/cast spells.

[rolanejo]

Thank you for the thought process. It is really helpful. Also lovely character sheet.