Mike prepares the next session of his Tales of the Valiant Dragon Empire campaign.

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Mike discusses his experiences running the Shadowdark RPG for a year

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Mike prepares for his Shadowdark RPG campaign, the Gloaming!

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Prep for the finale of Mike's Shadowdark Gloaming campaign!

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Mike begins his campaign prep for his Dragon Empire Midgard-based Tales of the Valiant campaign!

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