In a sandbox game, the rumor table presents the hazards and opportunities of the region; however, the decision of whether to go and where to go rests entirely in the hands of the players.

https://rustygatepress.substack.com/p/quick-thoughts-on-rumor-tables

More than holding torches: the vital role of followers in survival, loyalty, and building a legacy.

https://rustygatepress.substack.com/p/henchmen-and-hirelings

Time is a silent predator, light is your only lifeline, and greed kills more adventurers than low HP. Why tracking your torches, iron spikes, and encumbrance isn't just a chore.

https://rustygatepress.substack.com/p/light-weight-and-time-foundations

https://rustygatepress.substack.com/p/the-dungeon-doesnt-wait