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  • Spellcasters are a pain to run. You can do a few things:

    1. Assuming you’re playing in person, you can make or buy spell cards and lay them out or put them on a ring.

    2. Pick 3-4 spells as their “signature” spells and primarily use those, and only deviate (perhaps via option 1) in special circumstances. Single-target, area of effect, buff/debuff/control, and healing are usually good. Also remember you can always re-flavor the spell description on the spot.

    3. If it’s a party ally, turn over control (with the entire list of spells) to a player to control during combat. Provide guidance if they try to perform an action that would stray too far from what the NPC would do.



  • I don’t know why this is so challenging for people.

    In person: Have you seen X? Are you caught up on the latest episode of Y?

    Online: Always use spoiler tags to discuss the ending or specific plot details, including any surprises, unless the thread is specifically marked as a spoiler thread. Don’t talk about the fact that something has a twist ending, because revealing that is itself a spoiler. Yes, this applies even for older movies or shows; there’s no way someone has enough time in the day to watch everything they might be interested in. Before the spoiler, indicate what the spoiler is about (“spoiler for the ending to X”). Don’t put spoilers in the titles.

    It takes no real effort and is just being considerate.









  • “I don’t understand” is a fine statement to start with, but it’s not the end. Take the initiative to educate yourself on the topic.

    The latest research suggests that depression may be caused by low neuron production in the hippocampus, leading to lower neurotransmitter communication in the brain. This condition is passed down from generation to generation, genetically. Stressful life events can also contribute significantly given the above conditions, but they’re not essential.

    It’s an illness and can be cured, but depression puts a damper on seeking help. Friends, family, and even the affected person themselves often don’t see the warning signs in the moment.

    Current antidepressants boost neurotransmitter production and can take weeks to be effective, so new research is investigating boosting neuron production as an alternative or complement.

    FYI I’m not an expert on this topic; I just took 10 minutes to research it online.

    https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/what-causes-depression