Saturday, July 31, 2021

August 10: Cinemasochists Present: Free Online Riffs!

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 7:30:00 PM Online event , ,

Cinemasochists, has started broadcasting recordings from our library of performances on Zoom every other Tuesday. You can RSVP on Facebook and watch via the Zoom link on 9/8 at 7:30PM CDT.

RSVP at Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/cinemaso/events/

Zoom Link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88239069570?pwd=ZlhKY1o3bmZ4K00zS1JIZVFzUjVSQT09

Cinemasochists Info
http://facebook.com/cinemaso

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88239069570?pwd=ZlhKY1o3bmZ4K00zS1JIZVFzUjVSQT09 Click here for event

August 10: Alternative RPGs!!!!

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 7:00:00 PM Online event , ,

My friend John gets tired of d&d, so I would like to help him introduce you to ALL THE OTHER RPGS. Seriously.
There's a whole world out there.

World Wide Wrestling.
Illimat (by The Decemberists)
Various map building games, such as Companion's Tale.
Ryuutama.
Blades in the Dark.
Band of Blades.
Dungeon World.
Monster of the Week.
Dread.
Mouse Guard.
Stuff using the Fate system.
Or using the Burning Wheel system.
Or maybe just a basic d20 system.

Go check out Powered by the Apocalypse or DriveThruRPG. John will probably run these on the weekends, but I wanted to post it on a less busy week day. When people are more likely to read this. He is willing to run something you're interested in, or play in your game too. His discord invite expires, but mine doesn't. Once you join, I will redirect you by sending the current invite to his server. Thank you for reading, and have a great time!

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

Free Dice Set at RPGKC Game Day - August 7th, 2021!

Sign up on warhorn for gameday next week 8/7.  Those who sign up to run or play before Friday get a free dice set  https://warhorn.net/events/rpgkc/schedule/2021/08/07 

August 10: Kansas City Game Designers Playtest Session

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 6:30:00 PM Lenexa Public Market 8750 Penrose Ln, Lenexa, KS

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.

We are meeting in-person in the 2nd floor area at Lenexa Public Market. Masks will be required for all attendees.

Everyone is welcome, whether you're looking to design a game or just help playtest. For more info, visit kansasgamedesigners.com

At the August 31st KCGD business meeting, we will review how the in-person meetups are going, review CDC and local guidance, and determine whether the meetups will continue in-person or virtually.

We will be upstairs and will have a sign posted with directions. Click here for event

August 10: Bored Without Games at LEVELUP Arena

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 6:00:00 PM LEVELUP Arena 7300 W 119th St, Overland Park, KS

Join us for games at LEVELUP Arena's EXP Bar! This free event allows us to share our favorite light and party games with adults looking for laughs and good company, especially if they little to 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.

The EXP bar will be expanding their Happy Hour for the duration of this event and great food from the neighboring Gametime District restaurant can be purchased from the bar. Their menu can be found here:
https://www.gametimeop.com/

While PPE is optional and we are in a well-ventilated area with outdoor seating available, we ask that you be respectful and accommodating of others' choices regarding PPE and distancing.

To ensure you're always invited to our events, like and follow us on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/boredwithoutgames
This event is also in partnership with the Kansas City Board Games and stuff! Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Kansas-City-Boardgames
As well as their Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/kcboardgamesandstuff

LEVELUP Arena is the only dedicated esports space in the Midwest, fully equipped to meet the exponentially growing demand for esports by creating a unique destination for all gamers and non-gamers alike.

We will be meeting in the EXP bar. When you arrive look or ask for Topher. Click here for event

August 5: Games At Table Top

Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 6:00:00 PM TableTop Game And Hobby 9156 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS

The TableTop game room is open again and does not require masks. The Cafe is also up and running to provide food and drink. But you cannot bring outside food or drink except water into the store. Look for me if you want to play a specific game or a group. I will be there every Thursday around 5:30.

Click here for event

August 5: Weekly Game Night @ Paul and Jack's in NKC

Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 5:30:00 PM Paul and Jack's Tavern 1808 Clay Street, North Kansas City, MO

Back at it in our long time Thursday home!

We are back to weekly gaming at P&Js and excited to see you all there! Drop by for some food, drinks, socializing and games!

Mask up if you want, or don't if allowed by the restaurant.

We will be in the Hornet's Nest, room off to the left of the bar. Just walk straight in till you hit the bar and hang a left. Street parking and parking in the free fenced lot is available. The fenced lot has a time it is available for use. Will add. Click here for event

August 2: Book Club for Forgotten Realms novels

Monday, August 2, 2021 at 7:30:00 PM Online event , ,

Disclaimer: In order to join us, you have to join Discord. It is a website for text and voice chats, that works on PC and mobile devices. It will try and make you use the app (which is easier to navigate). It is completely free to use and you can customize notifications so that it doesn't run through your data plan 24/7. Don't be afraid, despite its name Discord is a pleasant tool to have.

Once you join, the default channel you land in is Monday Night Book Club. Please also check out the Reference Material channel.

Have any of you read the D&D novels? Would you like to?

I have read only Forgotten Realms books so far, but I have really enjoyed finding out so much background and detail from the cities of Faerun. Only, I dont have anyone to talk about all of this with, and I would like to build a group- if anyone is interested.

Here's the Wikipedia list of settings and then their individual title catalogs. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dungeons_%26_Dragons_(novels)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Forgotten_Realms_novels
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Dragonlance_novels

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

Friday, July 30, 2021

August 19: Games At Table Top

Thursday, August 19, 2021 at 6:00:00 PM TableTop Game And Hobby 9156 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS

The TableTop game room is open again and does not require masks. The Cafe is also up and running to provide food and drink. But you cannot bring outside food or drink except water into the store. Look for me if you want to play a specific game or a group. I will be there every Thursday around 5:30.

Click here for event

August 19: Weekly Game Night @ Paul and Jack's in NKC

Thursday, August 19, 2021 at 5:30:00 PM Paul and Jack's Tavern 1808 Clay Street, North Kansas City, MO

Back at it in our long time Thursday home!

We are back to weekly gaming at P&Js and excited to see you all there! Drop by for some food, drinks, socializing and games!

Mask up if you want, or don't if allowed by the restaurant.

We will be in the Hornet's Nest, room off to the left of the bar. Just walk straight in till you hit the bar and hang a left. Street parking and parking in the free fenced lot is available. The fenced lot has a time it is available for use. Will add. Click here for event

August 9: Book Club for Forgotten Realms novels

Monday, August 9, 2021 at 7:30:00 PM Online event , ,

Disclaimer: In order to join us, you have to join Discord. It is a website for text and voice chats, that works on PC and mobile devices. It will try and make you use the app (which is easier to navigate). It is completely free to use and you can customize notifications so that it doesn't run through your data plan 24/7. Don't be afraid, despite its name Discord is a pleasant tool to have.

Once you join, the default channel you land in is Monday Night Book Club. Please also check out the Reference Material channel.

Have any of you read the D&D novels? Would you like to?

I have read only Forgotten Realms books so far, but I have really enjoyed finding out so much background and detail from the cities of Faerun. Only, I dont have anyone to talk about all of this with, and I would like to build a group- if anyone is interested.

Here's the Wikipedia list of settings and then their individual title catalogs. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dungeons_%26_Dragons_(novels)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Forgotten_Realms_novels
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Dragonlance_novels

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

August 4: Crafting resources for beginners

Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at 7:00:00 PM Online event , ,

Disclaimer: In order to join us, you have to join Discord. It is a website for text and voice chats, that works on PC and mobile devices. It will try and make you use the app (which is easier to navigate). It is completely free to use and you can customize notifications so that it doesn't run through your data plan 24/7. Don't be afraid, despite its name Discord is a pleasant tool to have.

Once there, go to the Crafting Chat channel. Also, check out the Reference Material channel.

If you're new to d&d or RPGs or maybe even geekery (like I am), you may want some assistance in the crafting department.

It's easy to Google videos on ideas, and then never actually sit down to do any of it.

I took months to sit down and start making a d20 out of chain mail. Like, a one day project.

So what if we start a group for getting excited about completing our projects? We can talk painting, or building terrain, or shares tips on where to find ideas. I myself wanna start sculpting a cityscape from Styrofoam. It already resembles a map, so I need to add color and textures to make it usable.

DM/GMs welcome, players welcome, daydreamers welcome. It may take some time to accumulate some regulars, so feel free to cancel last minute or not show up. (We're all living through a pandemic, and I can just go play Neverwinter on Xbox. It's cool.)

So far, we have long time DM/player Tim. He paints minis. And 3D prints some.

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

August 1: Beginner Class over Discord

Sunday, August 1, 2021 at 2:00:00 PM Online event , ,

Join the Discord in order to play. Once there, go to One Shots and Banter channel. Also, check out the Reference Material channel.

Tim will now be running this event. He will work with you on the day and time that he is available. Be early to the game to get setup.

Tim is willing to run one-shot adventures or have you join in on one of his groups.

In order to find a group on your own, 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, up and coming Reroll Tavern
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.

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.

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

Thursday, July 29, 2021

August 18: Crafting resources for beginners

Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at 7:00:00 PM Online event , ,

Disclaimer: In order to join us, you have to join Discord. It is a website for text and voice chats, that works on PC and mobile devices. It will try and make you use the app (which is easier to navigate). It is completely free to use and you can customize notifications so that it doesn't run through your data plan 24/7. Don't be afraid, despite its name Discord is a pleasant tool to have.

Once there, go to the Crafting Chat channel. Also, check out the Reference Material channel.

If you're new to d&d or RPGs or maybe even geekery (like I am), you may want some assistance in the crafting department.

It's easy to Google videos on ideas, and then never actually sit down to do any of it.

I took months to sit down and start making a d20 out of chain mail. Like, a one day project.

So what if we start a group for getting excited about completing our projects? We can talk painting, or building terrain, or shares tips on where to find ideas. I myself wanna start sculpting a cityscape from Styrofoam. It already resembles a map, so I need to add color and textures to make it usable.

DM/GMs welcome, players welcome, daydreamers welcome. It may take some time to accumulate some regulars, so feel free to cancel last minute or not show up. (We're all living through a pandemic, and I can just go play Neverwinter on Xbox. It's cool.)

So far, we have long time DM/player Tim. He paints minis. And 3D prints some.

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

August 18: Game Night @ Brick House in Harrisonville

Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at 5:30:00 PM Brick House Coffee Bar and Eatery 201 E Wall St, Harrisonville, MO

Join us for our first meetup at Brick House Coffee Bar and Eatery in Harrisonville. They are typically closed this late and opening their door just for us!

When you arrive, look for Kelsey. She will welcome you and try to help you find a game.

Games will be supplied by the Gaming in the 816 Facebook group based out of Lee's Summit:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/gaminginthe816 See less

Click here for event

August 8: 5e D&D Campaign, DM George

Sunday, August 8, 2021 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 event

August 8: Beginner Class over Discord

Sunday, August 8, 2021 at 2:00:00 PM Online event , ,

Join the Discord in order to play. Once there, go to One Shots and Banter channel. Also, check out the Reference Material channel.

Tim will now be running this event. He will work with you on the day and time that he is available. Be early to the game to get setup.

Tim is willing to run one-shot adventures or have you join in on one of his groups.

In order to find a group on your own, 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, up and coming Reroll Tavern
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.

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.

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

August 3: Alternative RPGs!!!!

Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at 7:00:00 PM Online event , ,

My friend John gets tired of d&d, so I would like to help him introduce you to ALL THE OTHER RPGS. Seriously.
There's a whole world out there.

World Wide Wrestling.
Illimat (by The Decemberists)
Various map building games, such as Companion's Tale.
Ryuutama.
Blades in the Dark.
Band of Blades.
Dungeon World.
Monster of the Week.
Dread.
Mouse Guard.
Stuff using the Fate system.
Or using the Burning Wheel system.
Or maybe just a basic d20 system.

Go check out Powered by the Apocalypse or DriveThruRPG. John will probably run these on the weekends, but I wanted to post it on a less busy week day. When people are more likely to read this. He is willing to run something you're interested in, or play in your game too. His discord invite expires, but mine doesn't. Once you join, I will redirect you by sending the current invite to his server. Thank you for reading, and have a great time!

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

August 3: 5e DnD Custom Homebrewed Campaign, DM Brad

Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at 5:00:00 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 event

July 31: Games At Freds

Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 12:00:00 PM 6141 Newton St 6141 Newton St, Mission, KS

I am hosting board games at my house at 6141 Newton St. Overland Park. It is just behind Shawnee Mission North High School. I have over 300 board games. People can come at any time. And play games. I can seat 12 people most of the time. If it is reasonably cool there is seating out side on screened in porch. You can park in my driveway or on the grass beside it, or anywhere on the street.

Click here for event

Wednesday, July 28, 2021

August 17: Alternative RPGs!!!!

Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at 7:00:00 PM Online event , ,

My friend John gets tired of d&d, so I would like to help him introduce you to ALL THE OTHER RPGS. Seriously.
There's a whole world out there.

World Wide Wrestling.
Illimat (by The Decemberists)
Various map building games, such as Companion's Tale.
Ryuutama.
Blades in the Dark.
Band of Blades.
Dungeon World.
Monster of the Week.
Dread.
Mouse Guard.
Stuff using the Fate system.
Or using the Burning Wheel system.
Or maybe just a basic d20 system.

Go check out Powered by the Apocalypse or DriveThruRPG. John will probably run these on the weekends, but I wanted to post it on a less busy week day. When people are more likely to read this. He is willing to run something you're interested in, or play in your game too. His discord invite expires, but mine doesn't. Once you join, I will redirect you by sending the current invite to his server. Thank you for reading, and have a great time!

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

August 17: 5e DnD Custom Homebrewed Campaign, DM Brad

Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at 5:00:00 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 event

August 7: RPGKC Monthly Game Day

Saturday, August 7, 2021 at 11:00:00 AM Cardboard Corner Cafe 9240 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS

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. Come on out and bring a game to share! Slots usually start at 11:00am , 3:00pm, and 7pm. Location rotates between area game store monthly, and start times may vary, so 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 .

In the tabletop gamer's area look for the table tents that say Role-players Guild of Kansas City. Click here for event

August 2: Book Club for Forgotten Realms novels

Monday, August 2, 2021 at 7:30:00 PM Online event , ,

Disclaimer: In order to join us, you have to join Discord. It is a website for text and voice chats, that works on PC and mobile devices. It will try and make you use the app (which is easier to navigate). It is completely free to use and you can customize notifications so that it doesn't run through your data plan 24/7. Don't be afraid, despite its name Discord is a pleasant tool to have.

Once you join, the default channel you land in is Monday Night Book Club. Please also check out the Reference Material channel.

Have any of you read the D&D novels? Would you like to?

I have read only Forgotten Realms books so far, but I have really enjoyed finding out so much background and detail from the cities of Faerun. Only, I dont have anyone to talk about all of this with, and I would like to build a group- if anyone is interested.

Here's the Wikipedia list of settings and then their individual title catalogs. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dungeons_%26_Dragons_(novels)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Forgotten_Realms_novels
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Dragonlance_novels

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

Tuesday, July 27, 2021

August 16: Book Club for Forgotten Realms novels

Monday, August 16, 2021 at 7:30:00 PM Online event , ,

Disclaimer: In order to join us, you have to join Discord. It is a website for text and voice chats, that works on PC and mobile devices. It will try and make you use the app (which is easier to navigate). It is completely free to use and you can customize notifications so that it doesn't run through your data plan 24/7. Don't be afraid, despite its name Discord is a pleasant tool to have.

Once you join, the default channel you land in is Monday Night Book Club. Please also check out the Reference Material channel.

Have any of you read the D&D novels? Would you like to?

I have read only Forgotten Realms books so far, but I have really enjoyed finding out so much background and detail from the cities of Faerun. Only, I dont have anyone to talk about all of this with, and I would like to build a group- if anyone is interested.

Here's the Wikipedia list of settings and then their individual title catalogs. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dungeons_%26_Dragons_(novels)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Forgotten_Realms_novels
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Dragonlance_novels

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

August 6: First Friday

Friday, August 6, 2021 at 6:00:00 PM Crossroads , Kansas City, MO

You haven't experienced KC until you've attended a First Friday! Join us in August as we trek the Crossroads District in search of art, booze, live music, and food. This will be our first major #andstuff gathering of the year.

Mark your calendar! On the First Friday of every month, thousands of residents and visitors fill the Crossroads Arts District in Kansas City to enjoy what has become the City's most dynamic and popular event: #firstfridayskc. Our community comes alive as arts organizations, galleries, studios, and a wide variety of businesses in the district feature local, regional, national, and international artists. Also catch one of the Crossroads' creative wall murals or visit our exciting new Art Alleys between Baltimore and Wyandotte from 18th Street to Southwest Blvd which are filled with Art Vendors and their individual artistic creations!

For more info:
https://kccrossroads.org/first-fridays/

Click here for event

August 1: Beginner Class over Discord

Sunday, August 1, 2021 at 2:00:00 PM Online event , ,

Join the Discord in order to play. Once there, go to One Shots and Banter channel. Also, check out the Reference Material channel.

Tim will now be running this event. He will work with you on the day and time that he is available. Be early to the game to get setup.

Tim is willing to run one-shot adventures or have you join in on one of his groups.

In order to find a group on your own, 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, up and coming Reroll Tavern
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.

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.

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

July 29: Games At Table Top

Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 6:00:00 PM TableTop Game And Hobby 9156 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS

The TableTop game room is open again and does not require masks. The Cafe is also up and running to provide food and drink. But you cannot bring outside food or drink except water into the store. Look for me if you want to play a specific game or a group. I will be there every Thursday around 5:30.

Click here for event

July 29: Weekly Game Night @ Paul and Jack's in NKC

Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 5:30:00 PM Paul and Jack's Tavern 1808 Clay Street, North Kansas City, MO

Back at it in our long time Thursday home!

We are back to weekly gaming at P&Js and excited to see you all there! Drop by for some food, drinks, socializing and games!

Mask up if you want, or don't if allowed by the restaurant.

We will be in the Hornet's Nest, room off to the left of the bar. Just walk straight in till you hit the bar and hang a left. Street parking and parking in the free fenced lot is available. The fenced lot has a time it is available for use. Will add. Click here for event

Monday, July 26, 2021

August 15: Beginner Class over Discord

Sunday, August 15, 2021 at 2:00:00 PM Online event , ,

Join the Discord in order to play. Once there, go to One Shots and Banter channel. Also, check out the Reference Material channel.

Tim will now be running this event. He will work with you on the day and time that he is available. Be early to the game to get setup.

Tim is willing to run one-shot adventures or have you join in on one of his groups.

In order to find a group on your own, 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, up and coming Reroll Tavern
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.

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.

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August 5: Games At Table Top

Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 6:00:00 PM TableTop Game And Hobby 9156 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS

The TableTop game room is open again and does not require masks. The Cafe is also up and running to provide food and drink. But you cannot bring outside food or drink except water into the store. Look for me if you want to play a specific game or a group. I will be there every Thursday around 5:30.

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August 5: Weekly Game Night @ Paul and Jack's in NKC

Thursday, August 5, 2021 at 5:30:00 PM Paul and Jack's Tavern 1808 Clay Street, North Kansas City, MO

Back at it in our long time Thursday home!

We are back to weekly gaming at P&Js and excited to see you all there! Drop by for some food, drinks, socializing and games!

Mask up if you want, or don't if allowed by the restaurant.

We will be in the Hornet's Nest, room off to the left of the bar. Just walk straight in till you hit the bar and hang a left. Street parking and parking in the free fenced lot is available. The fenced lot has a time it is available for use. Will add. Click here for event

July 31: Games At Freds

Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 12:00:00 PM 6141 Newton St 6141 Newton St, Mission, KS

I am hosting board games at my house at 6141 Newton St. Overland Park. It is just behind Shawnee Mission North High School. I have over 300 board games. People can come at any time. And play games. I can seat 12 people most of the time. If it is reasonably cool there is seating out side on screened in porch. You can park in my driveway or on the grass beside it, or anywhere on the street.

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July 28: Crafting resources for beginners

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 7:00:00 PM Online event , ,

Disclaimer: In order to join us, you have to join Discord. It is a website for text and voice chats, that works on PC and mobile devices. It will try and make you use the app (which is easier to navigate). It is completely free to use and you can customize notifications so that it doesn't run through your data plan 24/7. Don't be afraid, despite its name Discord is a pleasant tool to have.

Once there, go to the Crafting Chat channel. Also, check out the Reference Material channel.

If you're new to d&d or RPGs or maybe even geekery (like I am), you may want some assistance in the crafting department.

It's easy to Google videos on ideas, and then never actually sit down to do any of it.

I took months to sit down and start making a d20 out of chain mail. Like, a one day project.

So what if we start a group for getting excited about completing our projects? We can talk painting, or building terrain, or shares tips on where to find ideas. I myself wanna start sculpting a cityscape from Styrofoam. It already resembles a map, so I need to add color and textures to make it usable.

DM/GMs welcome, players welcome, daydreamers welcome. It may take some time to accumulate some regulars, so feel free to cancel last minute or not show up. (We're all living through a pandemic, and I can just go play Neverwinter on Xbox. It's cool.)

So far, we have long time DM/player Tim. He paints minis. And 3D prints some.

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Sunday, July 25, 2021

August 14: RPGKC Monthly Business Meeting

Saturday, August 14, 2021 at 11:00:00 AM Online event , ,

Don't forget our monthly online business meeting on the second Saturday at 11am.

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)

Check out our Calendar (http://www.rpgkc.org/information/calendar) to see when the next meeting will be.

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August 4: Crafting resources for beginners

Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at 7:00:00 PM Online event , ,

Disclaimer: In order to join us, you have to join Discord. It is a website for text and voice chats, that works on PC and mobile devices. It will try and make you use the app (which is easier to navigate). It is completely free to use and you can customize notifications so that it doesn't run through your data plan 24/7. Don't be afraid, despite its name Discord is a pleasant tool to have.

Once there, go to the Crafting Chat channel. Also, check out the Reference Material channel.

If you're new to d&d or RPGs or maybe even geekery (like I am), you may want some assistance in the crafting department.

It's easy to Google videos on ideas, and then never actually sit down to do any of it.

I took months to sit down and start making a d20 out of chain mail. Like, a one day project.

So what if we start a group for getting excited about completing our projects? We can talk painting, or building terrain, or shares tips on where to find ideas. I myself wanna start sculpting a cityscape from Styrofoam. It already resembles a map, so I need to add color and textures to make it usable.

DM/GMs welcome, players welcome, daydreamers welcome. It may take some time to accumulate some regulars, so feel free to cancel last minute or not show up. (We're all living through a pandemic, and I can just go play Neverwinter on Xbox. It's cool.)

So far, we have long time DM/player Tim. He paints minis. And 3D prints some.

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

July 27: Cinemasochists Present: Free Online Riffs!

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at 7:30:00 PM Online event , ,

Cinemasochists, has started broadcasting recordings from our library of performances on Zoom every other Tuesday. You can RSVP on Facebook and watch via the Zoom link on 9/8 at 7:30PM CDT.

RSVP at Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/cinemaso/events/

Zoom Link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88239069570?pwd=ZlhKY1o3bmZ4K00zS1JIZVFzUjVSQT09

Cinemasochists Info
http://facebook.com/cinemaso

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July 27: Alternative RPGs!!!!

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at 7:00:00 PM Online event , ,

My friend John gets tired of d&d, so I would like to help him introduce you to ALL THE OTHER RPGS. Seriously.
There's a whole world out there.

World Wide Wrestling.
Illimat (by The Decemberists)
Various map building games, such as Companion's Tale.
Ryuutama.
Blades in the Dark.
Band of Blades.
Dungeon World.
Monster of the Week.
Dread.
Mouse Guard.
Stuff using the Fate system.
Or using the Burning Wheel system.
Or maybe just a basic d20 system.

Go check out Powered by the Apocalypse or DriveThruRPG. John will probably run these on the weekends, but I wanted to post it on a less busy week day. When people are more likely to read this. He is willing to run something you're interested in, or play in your game too. His discord invite expires, but mine doesn't. Once you join, I will redirect you by sending the current invite to his server. Thank you for reading, and have a great time!

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July 27: Kansas City Game Designers Playtest Session

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at 6:30:00 PM Lenexa Public Market 8750 Penrose Ln, Lenexa, KS

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.

We are meeting in-person in the 2nd floor area at Lenexa Public Market. Masks will be required for all attendees.

Everyone is welcome, whether you're looking to design a game or just help playtest. For more info, visit kansasgamedesigners.com

At the August 31st KCGD business meeting, we will review how the in-person meetups are going, review CDC and local guidance, and determine whether the meetups will continue in-person or virtually.

We will be upstairs in the loft area. There will be a sign on the first floor with directions on how to find us. Look for our logo. Click here for event

Saturday, July 24, 2021

August 3: Alternative RPGs!!!!

Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at 7:00:00 PM Online event , ,

My friend John gets tired of d&d, so I would like to help him introduce you to ALL THE OTHER RPGS. Seriously.
There's a whole world out there.

World Wide Wrestling.
Illimat (by The Decemberists)
Various map building games, such as Companion's Tale.
Ryuutama.
Blades in the Dark.
Band of Blades.
Dungeon World.
Monster of the Week.
Dread.
Mouse Guard.
Stuff using the Fate system.
Or using the Burning Wheel system.
Or maybe just a basic d20 system.

Go check out Powered by the Apocalypse or DriveThruRPG. John will probably run these on the weekends, but I wanted to post it on a less busy week day. When people are more likely to read this. He is willing to run something you're interested in, or play in your game too. His discord invite expires, but mine doesn't. Once you join, I will redirect you by sending the current invite to his server. Thank you for reading, and have a great time!

https://discord.gg/6vTT6e9PtJ Click here for event

August 3: 5e DnD Custom Homebrewed Campaign, DM Brad

Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at 5:00:00 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.

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July 29: Games At Table Top

Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 6:00:00 PM TableTop Game And Hobby 9156 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS

The TableTop game room is open again and does not require masks. The Cafe is also up and running to provide food and drink. But you cannot bring outside food or drink except water into the store. Look for me if you want to play a specific game or a group. I will be there every Thursday around 5:30.

Click here for event

July 29: Weekly Game Night @ Paul and Jack's in NKC

Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 5:30:00 PM Paul and Jack's Tavern 1808 Clay Street, North Kansas City, MO

Back at it in our long time Thursday home!

We are back to weekly gaming at P&Js and excited to see you all there! Drop by for some food, drinks, socializing and games!

Mask up if you want, or don't if allowed by the restaurant.

We will be in the Hornet's Nest, room off to the left of the bar. Just walk straight in till you hit the bar and hang a left. Street parking and parking in the free fenced lot is available. The fenced lot has a time it is available for use. Will add. Click here for event

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