Spotlight

Intermediate

Etiquette

Table Etiquette

Definition

The narrative focus on a particular character at a given moment. Good GMs share the spotlight so everyone gets moments to shine.

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Example

“The rogue picks the lock, the fighter kicks in the door, the wizard identifies the artifact. Everyone got spotlight moments in that scene.”

Common Mistakes

Hogging the spotlight as a player (let others have their moments)
As GM, always focusing on the same character
Not creating situations where different characters' skills matter

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