OK folks, here is the deal. Gusto's is currently offering curb-side service only; they are not allowing customers inside. However, they are fine with people sitting on the patio. You are welcome to meet on the patio if you are so inclined. Message me separately if you would like to host a gathering in your home and you want it posted on Meetup.
Click here for eventTuesday, June 30, 2020
July 10: SE Gamers at Gusto's
Friday, July 10, 2020 at 5:00:00 PM Gusto Coffee Bistro 3390 SW Fascination Dr, Lee's Summit, MO 
July 5: Beginner Class- Off Until Further Notice
Sunday, July 5, 2020 at 2:00:00 PM River Market , Kansas City, MO 
I think there are two logical formats that this event could take on in order to help people learn. One is having random people every week, like an open class. The other is a beginner friendly campaign where I try to hold on to the same people every week. The first will benefit about four people. The second will allow many others to participate, and honestly that might work better for me while I am learning to DM.
Game starts at 2:00. Be early. I have made my own pregenerated characters. Pick one based on who you are as a person. Your own natural talents will feed into role playing better that way.
In order to find a group for yourself, go to the individual facebook pages of the gaming shops around town. That is an effective way of joining a table that needs players. Look for their extra pages called LFG (Looking for group) or RPG (Role Playing Game). Meetup is kind of a fluid hub of info, made up of players, but we are busy and our membership is ever changing. This may not be the only place that you need to go in order to connect with other players.
Downtown: Level One Gameshop and Pawn & Pint
Lee's Summit: Pulp Fiction Comics
Independence: Game Cafe
Overland Park: Tabletop Games
I don't know if Liberty or Lawrence have a shop. If they do, I have not been there personally, and can't vouch for their D&D supplies. I feel like someone needs to get brave and open a St. Jo shop.
There are enough random people seeing this for me to want to throw out advice or discussion topics in this space.
So this week's advice- You are a better player after you DM
It seems counter intuitive but you will be easier on your DM and your teammates after you try DMing.
A lot of what your DM does, and never does, will make so much more sense to you once you experience this from the other side.
I only realized this once I got my ass kicked out of a D&D group.
It took me a while to realize that I never tried to see this game from my DM's point of view. That is the single most valuable thing that I have learned in D&D.
Half of what I did every week was a distraction or an inconvenience to him, and I honestly didn't know that.
The shortest path to respect and camaraderie is to run your own game.
If you are still reading this long post, inexperienced players-
-5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons
-Meaningful story>mindless combat
-Bring a sensible amount of maturity and consideration for teammates, (show-offs are amusing once or twice, but stupidity shouldn't be encouraged in the long run)
-Have a pencil and dice
Buy a Player's Handbook. This is vital.
If you want to learn more about the D&D universe, there are several console and PC games available. I play Neverwinter. This will give you visuals of the classic places and races of the settings. The Forgotten Realms specifically.
I recommend looking up the novels, either online (ebooks) or through the library (hardcover). This will give you more in depth knowledge on the cultures and typical personalities of the races. Wikipedia has lists of all of the novels. Pick one trilogy from one setting and go from there.
You can use the website D&DBeyond to get started. It does the math for you and tells you some spells to choose from, but they intentionally exclude certain options in order to make you pay for the service- so not all of the races/subclasses/spells are available.
Make sure to use the website for D&DBeyond. Apparently, the app is specifically for source books, if you have paid for access to any.
I know this is rude AF but honestly please, if you are not new to D&D (you learned everything there is to know about d&d through podcasts or you played earlier editions and just want someone to teach you 5th Edition) this class isn't for you. I am trying to teach people that genuinely do not understand how all of this works, and need to have the etiquette and the story building and the mechanics and the technicalities explained. There are hundreds of youtube videos that will explain 5th edition.
River Market is under construction. You will need to park on the east side of the shop. Or, if you don't mind walking, on the far west side of the market. Click here for eventJuly 2: Games At TableTop
Thursday, July 2, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM TableTop Game And Hobby 9156 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 
Tabletop in Overland Park hosts a game night every Thursday, they have nice big tables and a central location. We could get a group together to go play some more in depth games like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Munchkin or something else (Dominion?).
Click here for eventMonday, June 29, 2020
July 19: Beginner Class- Off Until Further Notice
Sunday, July 19, 2020 at 2:00:00 PM River Market , Kansas City, MO 
I think there are two logical formats that this event could take on in order to help people learn. One is having random people every week, like an open class. The other is a beginner friendly campaign where I try to hold on to the same people every week. The first will benefit about four people. The second will allow many others to participate, and honestly that might work better for me while I am learning to DM.
Game starts at 2:00. Be early. I have made my own pregenerated characters. Pick one based on who you are as a person. Your own natural talents will feed into role playing better that way.
In order to find a group for yourself, go to the individual facebook pages of the gaming shops around town. That is an effective way of joining a table that needs players. Look for their extra pages called LFG (Looking for group) or RPG (Role Playing Game). Meetup is kind of a fluid hub of info, made up of players, but we are busy and our membership is ever changing. This may not be the only place that you need to go in order to connect with other players.
Downtown: Level One Gameshop and Pawn & Pint
Lee's Summit: Pulp Fiction Comics
Independence: Game Cafe
Overland Park: Tabletop Games
I don't know if Liberty or Lawrence have a shop. If they do, I have not been there personally, and can't vouch for their D&D supplies. I feel like someone needs to get brave and open a St. Jo shop.
There are enough random people seeing this for me to want to throw out advice or discussion topics in this space.
So this week's advice- You are a better player after you DM
It seems counter intuitive but you will be easier on your DM and your teammates after you try DMing.
A lot of what your DM does, and never does, will make so much more sense to you once you experience this from the other side.
I only realized this once I got my ass kicked out of a D&D group.
It took me a while to realize that I never tried to see this game from my DM's point of view. That is the single most valuable thing that I have learned in D&D.
Half of what I did every week was a distraction or an inconvenience to him, and I honestly didn't know that.
The shortest path to respect and camaraderie is to run your own game.
If you are still reading this long post, inexperienced players-
-5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons
-Meaningful story>mindless combat
-Bring a sensible amount of maturity and consideration for teammates, (show-offs are amusing once or twice, but stupidity shouldn't be encouraged in the long run)
-Have a pencil and dice
Buy a Player's Handbook. This is vital.
If you want to learn more about the D&D universe, there are several console and PC games available. I play Neverwinter. This will give you visuals of the classic places and races of the settings. The Forgotten Realms specifically.
I recommend looking up the novels, either online (ebooks) or through the library (hardcover). This will give you more in depth knowledge on the cultures and typical personalities of the races. Wikipedia has lists of all of the novels. Pick one trilogy from one setting and go from there.
You can use the website D&DBeyond to get started. It does the math for you and tells you some spells to choose from, but they intentionally exclude certain options in order to make you pay for the service- so not all of the races/subclasses/spells are available.
Make sure to use the website for D&DBeyond. Apparently, the app is specifically for source books, if you have paid for access to any.
I know this is rude AF but honestly please, if you are not new to D&D (you learned everything there is to know about d&d through podcasts or you played earlier editions and just want someone to teach you 5th Edition) this class isn't for you. I am trying to teach people that genuinely do not understand how all of this works, and need to have the etiquette and the story building and the mechanics and the technicalities explained. There are hundreds of youtube videos that will explain 5th edition.
River Market is under construction. You will need to park on the east side of the shop. Or, if you don't mind walking, on the far west side of the market. Click here for eventJuly 9: Games At TableTop
Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM TableTop Game And Hobby 9156 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 
Tabletop in Overland Park hosts a game night every Thursday, they have nice big tables and a central location. We could get a group together to go play some more in depth games like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Munchkin or something else (Dominion?).
Click here for eventJuly 9: Downtown Weekly Gaming Meetup!
Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 5:30:00 PM Paul & Jack's Tavern 1808 Clay Street, North Kansas City, MO 
Show up when you can! You don't need to get here at 5:30pm to get in some games. Many regulars don't make it till between 6pm to 6:30pm. I you are going to come later, let us know so we can hold a spot in a game for you.
We will begin with lighter games that are quick or easily joined. Then we can break out onto some of the tables in smaller groups if numbers and space allows. Come teach us your favorite game or learn one of ours! We should have plenty of players for a few different games and enough time to try a variety.
Come hungry and thirsty!
There is may be an automatic 18% tip on all tabs, if not, please take into account the extra time servers are helping us out when you are tipping. Also, if you come to just drink water or soft drinks, bring money for a tip. We like this location and do not want to lose it.
We will be in the backroom. Just tell them up front and they will bring you to us. Click here for eventJuly 9: 5e D&D Campaign, DM
Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 5:30:00 PM Webster Webster ave, Kansas City, KS 
• What we'll do
5e D&D Campaign every other Thursday from 5:30-9:30. We are currently full.
• What to bring
• Important to know
Click here for eventJuly 4: Board Game Brunch
Saturday, July 4, 2020 at 10:30:00 AM Ollie's Local 3044 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO 
Please read - Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, boardgame brunch is cancelled until our venue reopens and it is safe to hold events again.
In Martini Corner Click here for eventJuly 1: RPG Night at Pawn and Pint
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM Pawns and Pints (new location) 613 Walnut Street, Kansas City, MO 
Please note that Pawns & Pints has moved to a new location !
Pawn & Pint is a bar, so legally requires customers to show ID to prove they're over 21 or are accompanied by a Parent/Guardian.
Join us every Wednesday for RPG open-table gaming. On these evenings, we are encouraging all play styles and RPGs, with an emphasis on having fun and being inclusive of those who wish to participate and learn a new game.
We welcome DM's who would be interested in hosting their adventures on a weekly basis and are able to manage an open table. Any RPG system - be it D&D, Pathfinder, Traveller, Star Wars - there are usually players available !
$5 pay-to-play fee is waived for Pawns & Pints members as usual
Click here for eventSunday, June 28, 2020
July 18: Board Game Brunch
Saturday, July 18, 2020 at 10:30:00 AM Ollie's Local 3044 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO 
Please read - Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, boardgame brunch is cancelled until our venue reopens and it is safe to hold events again.
In Martini Corner Click here for eventJuly 8: RPG Night at Pawn and Pint
Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM Pawns and Pints (new location) 613 Walnut Street, Kansas City, MO 
Please note that Pawns & Pints has moved to a new location !
Pawn & Pint is a bar, so legally requires customers to show ID to prove they're over 21 or are accompanied by a Parent/Guardian.
Join us every Wednesday for RPG open-table gaming. On these evenings, we are encouraging all play styles and RPGs, with an emphasis on having fun and being inclusive of those who wish to participate and learn a new game.
We welcome DM's who would be interested in hosting their adventures on a weekly basis and are able to manage an open table. Any RPG system - be it D&D, Pathfinder, Traveller, Star Wars - there are usually players available !
$5 pay-to-play fee is waived for Pawns & Pints members as usual
Click here for eventJuly 3: SE Gamers at Gusto's
Friday, July 3, 2020 at 5:00:00 PM Gusto Coffee Bistro 3390 SW Fascination Dr, Lee's Summit, MO 
OK folks, here is the deal. Gusto's is currently offering curb-side service only; they are not allowing customers inside. However, they are fine with people sitting on the patio. You are welcome to meet on the patio if you are so inclined. Message me separately if you would like to host a gathering in your home and you want it posted on Meetup.
Click here for eventJune 30: Dungeons and Dragons Adventurers League at Pawn & Pint
Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at 6:30:00 PM Pawns and Pints (new location) 613 Walnut Street, Kansas City, MO 
Please note the new location !
Every Tuesday at 6:30pm the Heroes of Kansas City meet at Pawn & Pint to explore and defend the Sword Coast! Players are welcome to bring their own Character Sheets, or use one of dozens of Free Pre-Generated Characters, as we continue our Adventure! Both new and experienced players welcome! Adventurers League uses the 5th Edition Rule Set for Dungeons and Dragons. Games usually run for around four hours at the latest. We have multiple DM's available to accommodate larger groups. This event is hosted at Pawn & Pint, Kansas City's First Board Game Cafe. With over a thousand games in their collection, and friendly staff available to help teach games, it is the ideal meet-up location for gaming in the Crossroads. Admission is $5, or Free for Pawn & Pint Membership holders, and includes playing in the Adventurers League as well as access to the entire game library for the whole day.
Click here for eventSaturday, June 27, 2020
July 17: SE Gamers at Gusto's
Friday, July 17, 2020 at 5:00:00 PM Gusto Coffee Bistro 3390 SW Fascination Dr, Lee's Summit, MO 
OK folks, here is the deal. Gusto's is currently offering curb-side service only; they are not allowing customers inside. However, they are fine with people sitting on the patio. You are welcome to meet on the patio if you are so inclined. Message me separately if you would like to host a gathering in your home and you want it posted on Meetup.
Click here for eventJuly 17: Table Top Strategy Gaming
Friday, July 17, 2020 at 5:00:00 PM Kansas City Plaza Library 4801 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 
We love games, so lets explore new games and our old favorites! It's not just Monopoly anymore! The games are bigger, better and weirder! If you have a favorite game bring it to the meeting and share with us! Game availability will vary depending on our game sponsors.
Click here for eventJuly 7: Dungeons and Dragons Adventurers League at Pawn & Pint
Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at 6:30:00 PM Pawns and Pints (new location) 613 Walnut Street, Kansas City, MO 
Please note the new location !
Every Tuesday at 6:30pm the Heroes of Kansas City meet at Pawn & Pint to explore and defend the Sword Coast! Players are welcome to bring their own Character Sheets, or use one of dozens of Free Pre-Generated Characters, as we continue our Adventure! Both new and experienced players welcome! Adventurers League uses the 5th Edition Rule Set for Dungeons and Dragons. Games usually run for around four hours at the latest. We have multiple DM's available to accommodate larger groups. This event is hosted at Pawn & Pint, Kansas City's First Board Game Cafe. With over a thousand games in their collection, and friendly staff available to help teach games, it is the ideal meet-up location for gaming in the Crossroads. Admission is $5, or Free for Pawn & Pint Membership holders, and includes playing in the Adventurers League as well as access to the entire game library for the whole day.
Click here for eventJuly 7: 5e DnD Custom Homebrewed Campaign, DM Brad
Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at 5:30:00 PM Webster Webster ave, Kansas City, KS 
DM Brad is running a 5e D&D campaign set in his own home built world. We are playing biweekly on Tuesdays. Brad is an experienced DM and we are looking to have a fun long running campaign. We are currently full.
Click here for eventJuly 7: Bored Without Games at Lenexa Public Market
Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at 5:30:00 PM Lenexa Public Market 8750 Penrose Ln, Lenexa, ks 
Join us for our monthly Board Game Night at Lenexa Public Market. This free event allows us to share our favorite party and light games with adults looking for laughs and good company, even if they have no experience with board games.
When you arrive, please expect to be greeted by, Topher, our game guru. He will introduce you to some attendees and get you playing a game as soon as possible. A curated library of roughly 30 games will be available to attendees including titles like Dixit, Codenames, King of Tokyo, Splendor, Azul, Pandemic, Wingspan, and Century Spice Road. All of which have simple rules and can be played in under 45 minutes.
We recommend you park in the free parking garage. To find us, exit the garage on level one and walk over (you should pass a statue of Na-Nex-Se). Go through the doors (not down the stairs) and veer to the right. Keep walking through the art gallery into the market. We will be in the kitchen area overlooking the market. If you are on the lower level, where the market is located, come join us on the second floor.
We also encourage you to like and follow Bored Without Games on Facebook so you are always invited to our events:
https://www.facebook.com/boredwithoutgames
The Lenexa Public Market is a gorgeous facility populated with local food vendors and merchants. If you've never been, there is no better excuse to visit this hidden gem. Parking is free and plentiful. For more details about the location go to:
http://lenexapublicmarket.com/visit
If this event sounds too light for your taste, feel free to message us and we will gladly recommend other gatherings that may be a better fit.
Exit the parking garage on level one and walk over (you should pass a statue of Na-Nex-Se). Go through the doors and veer to the right. Keep walking through the art gallery into the market. If you are on the lower level, join us on the second floor. Click here for eventJuly 2: Games At TableTop
Thursday, July 2, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM TableTop Game And Hobby 9156 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 
Tabletop in Overland Park hosts a game night every Thursday, they have nice big tables and a central location. We could get a group together to go play some more in depth games like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Munchkin or something else (Dominion?).
Click here for eventFriday, June 26, 2020
July 16: Games At TableTop
Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM TableTop Game And Hobby 9156 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 
Tabletop in Overland Park hosts a game night every Thursday, they have nice big tables and a central location. We could get a group together to go play some more in depth games like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Munchkin or something else (Dominion?).
Click here for eventJuly 16: Downtown Weekly Gaming Meetup!
Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 5:30:00 PM Paul & Jack's Tavern 1808 Clay Street, North Kansas City, MO 
Show up when you can! You don't need to get here at 5:30pm to get in some games. Many regulars don't make it till between 6pm to 6:30pm. I you are going to come later, let us know so we can hold a spot in a game for you.
We will begin with lighter games that are quick or easily joined. Then we can break out onto some of the tables in smaller groups if numbers and space allows. Come teach us your favorite game or learn one of ours! We should have plenty of players for a few different games and enough time to try a variety.
Come hungry and thirsty!
There is may be an automatic 18% tip on all tabs, if not, please take into account the extra time servers are helping us out when you are tipping. Also, if you come to just drink water or soft drinks, bring money for a tip. We like this location and do not want to lose it.
We will be in the backroom. Just tell them up front and they will bring you to us. Click here for eventJuly 1: RPG Night at Pawn and Pint
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM Pawns and Pints (new location) 613 Walnut Street, Kansas City, MO 
Please note that Pawns & Pints has moved to a new location !
Pawn & Pint is a bar, so legally requires customers to show ID to prove they're over 21 or are accompanied by a Parent/Guardian.
Join us every Wednesday for RPG open-table gaming. On these evenings, we are encouraging all play styles and RPGs, with an emphasis on having fun and being inclusive of those who wish to participate and learn a new game.
We welcome DM's who would be interested in hosting their adventures on a weekly basis and are able to manage an open table. Any RPG system - be it D&D, Pathfinder, Traveller, Star Wars - there are usually players available !
$5 pay-to-play fee is waived for Pawns & Pints members as usual
Click here for eventJune 28: 5e D&D Campaign, DM George
Sunday, June 28, 2020 at 4:00:00 PM Webster Webster ave, Kansas City, KS 
• What we'll do
5e D&D Campaign every other Sunday from 4-8. This is an ongoing campaign set in a variant of the Forgotten Realms. We are currently full.
• What to bring
• Important to know
Click here for eventJune 28: Beginner Class- Off Until Further Notice
Sunday, June 28, 2020 at 2:00:00 PM River Market , Kansas City, MO 
I think there are two logical formats that this event could take on in order to help people learn. One is having random people every week, like an open class. The other is a beginner friendly campaign where I try to hold on to the same people every week. The first will benefit about four people. The second will allow many others to participate, and honestly that might work better for me while I am learning to DM.
Game starts at 2:00. Be early. I have made my own pregenerated characters. Pick one based on who you are as a person. Your own natural talents will feed into role playing better that way.
In order to find a group for yourself, go to the individual facebook pages of the gaming shops around town. That is an effective way of joining a table that needs players. Look for their extra pages called LFG (Looking for group) or RPG (Role Playing Game). Meetup is kind of a fluid hub of info, made up of players, but we are busy and our membership is ever changing. This may not be the only place that you need to go in order to connect with other players.
Downtown: Level One Gameshop and Pawn & Pint
Lee's Summit: Pulp Fiction Comics
Independence: Game Cafe
Overland Park: Tabletop Games
I don't know if Liberty or Lawrence have a shop. If they do, I have not been there personally, and can't vouch for their D&D supplies. I feel like someone needs to get brave and open a St. Jo shop.
There are enough random people seeing this for me to want to throw out advice or discussion topics in this space.
So this week's advice- You are a better player after you DM
It seems counter intuitive but you will be easier on your DM and your teammates after you try DMing.
A lot of what your DM does, and never does, will make so much more sense to you once you experience this from the other side.
I only realized this once I got my ass kicked out of a D&D group.
It took me a while to realize that I never tried to see this game from my DM's point of view. That is the single most valuable thing that I have learned in D&D.
Half of what I did every week was a distraction or an inconvenience to him, and I honestly didn't know that.
The shortest path to respect and camaraderie is to run your own game.
If you are still reading this long post, inexperienced players-
-5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons
-Meaningful story>mindless combat
-Bring a sensible amount of maturity and consideration for teammates, (show-offs are amusing once or twice, but stupidity shouldn't be encouraged in the long run)
-Have a pencil and dice
Buy a Player's Handbook. This is vital.
If you want to learn more about the D&D universe, there are several console and PC games available. I play Neverwinter. This will give you visuals of the classic places and races of the settings. The Forgotten Realms specifically.
I recommend looking up the novels, either online (ebooks) or through the library (hardcover). This will give you more in depth knowledge on the cultures and typical personalities of the races. Wikipedia has lists of all of the novels. Pick one trilogy from one setting and go from there.
You can use the website D&DBeyond to get started. It does the math for you and tells you some spells to choose from, but they intentionally exclude certain options in order to make you pay for the service- so not all of the races/subclasses/spells are available.
Make sure to use the website for D&DBeyond. Apparently, the app is specifically for source books, if you have paid for access to any.
I know this is rude AF but honestly please, if you are not new to D&D (you learned everything there is to know about d&d through podcasts or you played earlier editions and just want someone to teach you 5th Edition) this class isn't for you. I am trying to teach people that genuinely do not understand how all of this works, and need to have the etiquette and the story building and the mechanics and the technicalities explained. There are hundreds of youtube videos that will explain 5th edition.
River Market is under construction. You will need to park on the east side of the shop. Or, if you don't mind walking, on the far west side of the market. Click here for eventThursday, June 25, 2020
July 15: RPG Night at Pawn and Pint
Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM Pawns and Pints (new location) 613 Walnut Street, Kansas City, MO 
Please note that Pawns & Pints has moved to a new location !
Pawn & Pint is a bar, so legally requires customers to show ID to prove they're over 21 or are accompanied by a Parent/Guardian.
Join us every Wednesday for RPG open-table gaming. On these evenings, we are encouraging all play styles and RPGs, with an emphasis on having fun and being inclusive of those who wish to participate and learn a new game.
We welcome DM's who would be interested in hosting their adventures on a weekly basis and are able to manage an open table. Any RPG system - be it D&D, Pathfinder, Traveller, Star Wars - there are usually players available !
$5 pay-to-play fee is waived for Pawns & Pints members as usual
Click here for eventJuly 5: Beginner Class- Off Until Further Notice
Sunday, July 5, 2020 at 2:00:00 PM River Market , Kansas City, MO 
I think there are two logical formats that this event could take on in order to help people learn. One is having random people every week, like an open class. The other is a beginner friendly campaign where I try to hold on to the same people every week. The first will benefit about four people. The second will allow many others to participate, and honestly that might work better for me while I am learning to DM.
Game starts at 2:00. Be early. I have made my own pregenerated characters. Pick one based on who you are as a person. Your own natural talents will feed into role playing better that way.
In order to find a group for yourself, go to the individual facebook pages of the gaming shops around town. That is an effective way of joining a table that needs players. Look for their extra pages called LFG (Looking for group) or RPG (Role Playing Game). Meetup is kind of a fluid hub of info, made up of players, but we are busy and our membership is ever changing. This may not be the only place that you need to go in order to connect with other players.
Downtown: Level One Gameshop and Pawn & Pint
Lee's Summit: Pulp Fiction Comics
Independence: Game Cafe
Overland Park: Tabletop Games
I don't know if Liberty or Lawrence have a shop. If they do, I have not been there personally, and can't vouch for their D&D supplies. I feel like someone needs to get brave and open a St. Jo shop.
There are enough random people seeing this for me to want to throw out advice or discussion topics in this space.
So this week's advice- You are a better player after you DM
It seems counter intuitive but you will be easier on your DM and your teammates after you try DMing.
A lot of what your DM does, and never does, will make so much more sense to you once you experience this from the other side.
I only realized this once I got my ass kicked out of a D&D group.
It took me a while to realize that I never tried to see this game from my DM's point of view. That is the single most valuable thing that I have learned in D&D.
Half of what I did every week was a distraction or an inconvenience to him, and I honestly didn't know that.
The shortest path to respect and camaraderie is to run your own game.
If you are still reading this long post, inexperienced players-
-5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons
-Meaningful story>mindless combat
-Bring a sensible amount of maturity and consideration for teammates, (show-offs are amusing once or twice, but stupidity shouldn't be encouraged in the long run)
-Have a pencil and dice
Buy a Player's Handbook. This is vital.
If you want to learn more about the D&D universe, there are several console and PC games available. I play Neverwinter. This will give you visuals of the classic places and races of the settings. The Forgotten Realms specifically.
I recommend looking up the novels, either online (ebooks) or through the library (hardcover). This will give you more in depth knowledge on the cultures and typical personalities of the races. Wikipedia has lists of all of the novels. Pick one trilogy from one setting and go from there.
You can use the website D&DBeyond to get started. It does the math for you and tells you some spells to choose from, but they intentionally exclude certain options in order to make you pay for the service- so not all of the races/subclasses/spells are available.
Make sure to use the website for D&DBeyond. Apparently, the app is specifically for source books, if you have paid for access to any.
I know this is rude AF but honestly please, if you are not new to D&D (you learned everything there is to know about d&d through podcasts or you played earlier editions and just want someone to teach you 5th Edition) this class isn't for you. I am trying to teach people that genuinely do not understand how all of this works, and need to have the etiquette and the story building and the mechanics and the technicalities explained. There are hundreds of youtube videos that will explain 5th edition.
River Market is under construction. You will need to park on the east side of the shop. Or, if you don't mind walking, on the far west side of the market. Click here for eventJune 30: Dungeons and Dragons Adventurers League at Pawn & Pint
Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at 6:30:00 PM Pawns and Pints (new location) 613 Walnut Street, Kansas City, MO 
Please note the new location !
Every Tuesday at 6:30pm the Heroes of Kansas City meet at Pawn & Pint to explore and defend the Sword Coast! Players are welcome to bring their own Character Sheets, or use one of dozens of Free Pre-Generated Characters, as we continue our Adventure! Both new and experienced players welcome! Adventurers League uses the 5th Edition Rule Set for Dungeons and Dragons. Games usually run for around four hours at the latest. We have multiple DM's available to accommodate larger groups. This event is hosted at Pawn & Pint, Kansas City's First Board Game Cafe. With over a thousand games in their collection, and friendly staff available to help teach games, it is the ideal meet-up location for gaming in the Crossroads. Admission is $5, or Free for Pawn & Pint Membership holders, and includes playing in the Adventurers League as well as access to the entire game library for the whole day.
Click here for eventJune 27: Board Game Brunch
Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 10:30:00 AM Ollie's Local 3044 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO 
Please read - Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, boardgame brunch is cancelled until our venue reopens and it is safe to hold events again.
In Martini Corner Click here for eventWednesday, June 24, 2020
July 14: Cinemasochists Present: What Happened?!
Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 7:30:00 PM The Buffalo Room 817 Westport Rd, Kansas City, 
Second Tuesday 7:30PM
@ The Buffalo Room
817 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO
Cinemasochists' What Happened series includes a presentation on the making of the chosen film, followed by a live riff performance in the tradition of MST3K. $5 cover, dinner and drinks served to your table from the Westport Flea Market menu.
Click here for eventJuly 14: RPGKC Monthly Business Meeting
Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM Online Online, Kansas City, MO 
Don't forget our monthly online business meeting on the second Tuesday at 7pm.
Check our Facebook events (https://www.facebook.com/groups/rpgkc/events/) for additional event information and discussion of details.
Try to show up a little early to work out any tech issues. See you there!
» Join Meeting on Discord (https://discordapp.com/channels/466444289707343893/676953680141877333)
Business meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month and use the AnyMeeting.com web conference system. If you have an item for the agenda, please send it to our Guildmaster one week in advance.
Check out our Calendar (http://www.rpgkc.org/information/calendar) to see when the next meeting will be.
https://discordapp.com/channels/466444289707343893/676953680141877333 Click here for eventJuly 14: Kansas City Game Designers - VIRTUAL Playtest Session
Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM Online event , , 
The Kansas City Game Designers group is made up of game designers and general board game enthusiasts who meet together regularly to playtest game prototypes and discuss various topics in board and card game design. Following best practices, we are moving our playtesting online. Join us on our discord server (visible after your RSVP). Playtests will utilize a variety of online tools depending on how the designer chooses to run their playtest. Possibilities include Tabletop Simulator, Tabletopia, Roll20, or Zoom. You can also choose to just hang out in the lobby and talk board game design!
Everyone is welcome, whether you're looking to design a game or just help playtest. For more info, visit kansasgamedesigners.com
https://discord.gg/6pWQ8Ty Click here for eventJuly 14: Dungeons and Dragons Adventurers League at Pawn & Pint
Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at 6:30:00 PM Pawns and Pints (new location) 613 Walnut Street, Kansas City, MO 
Please note the new location !
Every Tuesday at 6:30pm the Heroes of Kansas City meet at Pawn & Pint to explore and defend the Sword Coast! Players are welcome to bring their own Character Sheets, or use one of dozens of Free Pre-Generated Characters, as we continue our Adventure! Both new and experienced players welcome! Adventurers League uses the 5th Edition Rule Set for Dungeons and Dragons. Games usually run for around four hours at the latest. We have multiple DM's available to accommodate larger groups. This event is hosted at Pawn & Pint, Kansas City's First Board Game Cafe. With over a thousand games in their collection, and friendly staff available to help teach games, it is the ideal meet-up location for gaming in the Crossroads. Admission is $5, or Free for Pawn & Pint Membership holders, and includes playing in the Adventurers League as well as access to the entire game library for the whole day.
Click here for eventJuly 4: Board Game Brunch
Saturday, July 4, 2020 at 10:30:00 AM Ollie's Local 3044 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO 
Please read - Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, boardgame brunch is cancelled until our venue reopens and it is safe to hold events again.
In Martini Corner Click here for eventJune 26: SE Gamers at Gusto's
Friday, June 26, 2020 at 5:00:00 PM Gusto Coffee Bistro 3390 SW Fascination Dr, Lee's Summit, MO 
OK folks, here is the deal. Gusto's is currently offering curb-side service only; they are not allowing customers inside. However, they are fine with people sitting on the patio. You are welcome to meet on the patio if you are so inclined. Message me separately if you would like to host a gathering in your home and you want it posted on Meetup.
Click here for eventTuesday, June 23, 2020
July 3: SE Gamers at Gusto's
Friday, July 3, 2020 at 5:00:00 PM Gusto Coffee Bistro 3390 SW Fascination Dr, Lee's Summit, MO 
OK folks, here is the deal. Gusto's is currently offering curb-side service only; they are not allowing customers inside. However, they are fine with people sitting on the patio. You are welcome to meet on the patio if you are so inclined. Message me separately if you would like to host a gathering in your home and you want it posted on Meetup.
Click here for eventJune 28: 5e D&D Campaign, DM George
Sunday, June 28, 2020 at 4:00:00 PM Webster Webster ave, Kansas City, KS 
• What we'll do
5e D&D Campaign every other Sunday from 4-8. This is an ongoing campaign set in a variant of the Forgotten Realms. We are currently full.
• What to bring
• Important to know
Click here for eventJune 28: Beginner Class- Off Until Further Notice
Sunday, June 28, 2020 at 2:00:00 PM River Market , Kansas City, MO 
I think there are two logical formats that this event could take on in order to help people learn. One is having random people every week, like an open class. The other is a beginner friendly campaign where I try to hold on to the same people every week. The first will benefit about four people. The second will allow many others to participate, and honestly that might work better for me while I am learning to DM.
Game starts at 2:00. Be early. I have made my own pregenerated characters. Pick one based on who you are as a person. Your own natural talents will feed into role playing better that way.
In order to find a group for yourself, go to the individual facebook pages of the gaming shops around town. That is an effective way of joining a table that needs players. Look for their extra pages called LFG (Looking for group) or RPG (Role Playing Game). Meetup is kind of a fluid hub of info, made up of players, but we are busy and our membership is ever changing. This may not be the only place that you need to go in order to connect with other players.
Downtown: Level One Gameshop and Pawn & Pint
Lee's Summit: Pulp Fiction Comics
Independence: Game Cafe
Overland Park: Tabletop Games
I don't know if Liberty or Lawrence have a shop. If they do, I have not been there personally, and can't vouch for their D&D supplies. I feel like someone needs to get brave and open a St. Jo shop.
There are enough random people seeing this for me to want to throw out advice or discussion topics in this space.
So this week's advice- You are a better player after you DM
It seems counter intuitive but you will be easier on your DM and your teammates after you try DMing.
A lot of what your DM does, and never does, will make so much more sense to you once you experience this from the other side.
I only realized this once I got my ass kicked out of a D&D group.
It took me a while to realize that I never tried to see this game from my DM's point of view. That is the single most valuable thing that I have learned in D&D.
Half of what I did every week was a distraction or an inconvenience to him, and I honestly didn't know that.
The shortest path to respect and camaraderie is to run your own game.
If you are still reading this long post, inexperienced players-
-5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons
-Meaningful story>mindless combat
-Bring a sensible amount of maturity and consideration for teammates, (show-offs are amusing once or twice, but stupidity shouldn't be encouraged in the long run)
-Have a pencil and dice
Buy a Player's Handbook. This is vital.
If you want to learn more about the D&D universe, there are several console and PC games available. I play Neverwinter. This will give you visuals of the classic places and races of the settings. The Forgotten Realms specifically.
I recommend looking up the novels, either online (ebooks) or through the library (hardcover). This will give you more in depth knowledge on the cultures and typical personalities of the races. Wikipedia has lists of all of the novels. Pick one trilogy from one setting and go from there.
You can use the website D&DBeyond to get started. It does the math for you and tells you some spells to choose from, but they intentionally exclude certain options in order to make you pay for the service- so not all of the races/subclasses/spells are available.
Make sure to use the website for D&DBeyond. Apparently, the app is specifically for source books, if you have paid for access to any.
I know this is rude AF but honestly please, if you are not new to D&D (you learned everything there is to know about d&d through podcasts or you played earlier editions and just want someone to teach you 5th Edition) this class isn't for you. I am trying to teach people that genuinely do not understand how all of this works, and need to have the etiquette and the story building and the mechanics and the technicalities explained. There are hundreds of youtube videos that will explain 5th edition.
River Market is under construction. You will need to park on the east side of the shop. Or, if you don't mind walking, on the far west side of the market. Click here for eventJune 25: 5e D&D Campaign, DM
Thursday, June 25, 2020 at 5:30:00 PM Webster Webster ave, Kansas City, KS 
• What we'll do
5e D&D Campaign every other Thursday from 5:30-9:30. We are currently full.
• What to bring
• Important to know
Click here for eventMonday, June 22, 2020
July 12: 5e D&D Campaign, DM George
Sunday, July 12, 2020 at 4:00:00 PM Webster Webster ave, Kansas City, KS 
• What we'll do
5e D&D Campaign every other Sunday from 4-8. This is an ongoing campaign set in a variant of the Forgotten Realms. We are currently full.
• What to bring
• Important to know
Click here for eventJuly 12: Beginner Class- Off Until Further Notice
Sunday, July 12, 2020 at 2:00:00 PM River Market , Kansas City, MO 
I think there are two logical formats that this event could take on in order to help people learn. One is having random people every week, like an open class. The other is a beginner friendly campaign where I try to hold on to the same people every week. The first will benefit about four people. The second will allow many others to participate, and honestly that might work better for me while I am learning to DM.
Game starts at 2:00. Be early. I have made my own pregenerated characters. Pick one based on who you are as a person. Your own natural talents will feed into role playing better that way.
In order to find a group for yourself, go to the individual facebook pages of the gaming shops around town. That is an effective way of joining a table that needs players. Look for their extra pages called LFG (Looking for group) or RPG (Role Playing Game). Meetup is kind of a fluid hub of info, made up of players, but we are busy and our membership is ever changing. This may not be the only place that you need to go in order to connect with other players.
Downtown: Level One Gameshop and Pawn & Pint
Lee's Summit: Pulp Fiction Comics
Independence: Game Cafe
Overland Park: Tabletop Games
I don't know if Liberty or Lawrence have a shop. If they do, I have not been there personally, and can't vouch for their D&D supplies. I feel like someone needs to get brave and open a St. Jo shop.
There are enough random people seeing this for me to want to throw out advice or discussion topics in this space.
So this week's advice- You are a better player after you DM
It seems counter intuitive but you will be easier on your DM and your teammates after you try DMing.
A lot of what your DM does, and never does, will make so much more sense to you once you experience this from the other side.
I only realized this once I got my ass kicked out of a D&D group.
It took me a while to realize that I never tried to see this game from my DM's point of view. That is the single most valuable thing that I have learned in D&D.
Half of what I did every week was a distraction or an inconvenience to him, and I honestly didn't know that.
The shortest path to respect and camaraderie is to run your own game.
If you are still reading this long post, inexperienced players-
-5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons
-Meaningful story>mindless combat
-Bring a sensible amount of maturity and consideration for teammates, (show-offs are amusing once or twice, but stupidity shouldn't be encouraged in the long run)
-Have a pencil and dice
Buy a Player's Handbook. This is vital.
If you want to learn more about the D&D universe, there are several console and PC games available. I play Neverwinter. This will give you visuals of the classic places and races of the settings. The Forgotten Realms specifically.
I recommend looking up the novels, either online (ebooks) or through the library (hardcover). This will give you more in depth knowledge on the cultures and typical personalities of the races. Wikipedia has lists of all of the novels. Pick one trilogy from one setting and go from there.
You can use the website D&DBeyond to get started. It does the math for you and tells you some spells to choose from, but they intentionally exclude certain options in order to make you pay for the service- so not all of the races/subclasses/spells are available.
Make sure to use the website for D&DBeyond. Apparently, the app is specifically for source books, if you have paid for access to any.
I know this is rude AF but honestly please, if you are not new to D&D (you learned everything there is to know about d&d through podcasts or you played earlier editions and just want someone to teach you 5th Edition) this class isn't for you. I am trying to teach people that genuinely do not understand how all of this works, and need to have the etiquette and the story building and the mechanics and the technicalities explained. There are hundreds of youtube videos that will explain 5th edition.
River Market is under construction. You will need to park on the east side of the shop. Or, if you don't mind walking, on the far west side of the market. Click here for eventJuly 2: Games At TableTop
Thursday, July 2, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM TableTop Game And Hobby 9156 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 
Tabletop in Overland Park hosts a game night every Thursday, they have nice big tables and a central location. We could get a group together to go play some more in depth games like Settlers of Catan, Small World, Munchkin or something else (Dominion?).
Click here for eventJune 27: Board Game Brunch
Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 10:30:00 AM Ollie's Local 3044 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO 
Please read - Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, boardgame brunch is cancelled until our venue reopens and it is safe to hold events again.
In Martini Corner Click here for eventJune 24: RPG Night at Pawn and Pint
Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at 7:00:00 PM Pawns and Pints (new location) 613 Walnut Street, Kansas City, MO 
Please note that Pawns & Pints has moved to a new location !
Pawn & Pint is a bar, so legally requires customers to show ID to prove they're over 21 or are accompanied by a Parent/Guardian.
Join us every Wednesday for RPG open-table gaming. On these evenings, we are encouraging all play styles and RPGs, with an emphasis on having fun and being inclusive of those who wish to participate and learn a new game.
We welcome DM's who would be interested in hosting their adventures on a weekly basis and are able to manage an open table. Any RPG system - be it D&D, Pathfinder, Traveller, Star Wars - there are usually players available !
$5 pay-to-play fee is waived for Pawns & Pints members as usual
Click here for eventSunday, June 21, 2020
July 11: Board Game Brunch
Saturday, July 11, 2020 at 10:30:00 AM Ollie's Local 3044 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO 
Please read - Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, boardgame brunch is cancelled until our venue reopens and it is safe to hold events again.
In Martini Corner Click here for eventJuly 11: RPGKC Monthly Game Day
Saturday, July 11, 2020 at 9:00:00 AM Online event , , 
UPDATE: ONLINE THIS MONTH!
Everyone is invited to attend monthly Game Days sponsored by the Role-players Guild of Kansas City. There are board games, card games, and role-playing games alike at each Game Day, the 1st Saturday of each month (*moved to 2nd Sat for July). Come on out and bring a game to share! Slots start at 9:00am, 2:00pm, and 7pm. Check for details each month at:
http://www.rpgkc.org/events/game-day
The RPGKC is a proud sponsor of the Kansas City Geeks and Gamers Meetup Group. A nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing gaming in KC and the surrounding areas since 1990, they host games, monthly Game Days, and gaming conventions like Midwest GameFest. Members enjoy discounts at area conventions like Midwest GameFest, KantCon, Borderwars, Weekend in Rokugan, and TsunamiCon. For more information or to become a member, visit http://rpgkc.org (http://rpgkc.org/) or http://www.facebook.com/groups/rpgkc .
https://discord.gg/86gugJT Click here for event
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