The Protocol Primer: A Complete Guide to GMless Games

A project in Issaquah, WA by Postworldgames Jim Pinto
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An in-depth look at the prep, play, and enjoyment of GMless games.
Backers: 113
Average Pledge Per Backer: $20

Funded: $2,293 of $1,000
Dates: Sep 30th -> Oct 29th (29 days)
Project By: Postworldgames Jim Pinto
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Latest News

So. We Funded. Woohoo.

October 29th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Last Day

October 28th - via: kickstarter.com
We broke $2000. This KS was slow, but we've funded. Now it's a matter of getting all those people who wait until the last minute. If we can hit $2500 that'll mean more art in the book. Spread the word if you can. Thanks.  (Read More)

A Large Update

October 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Last night we played two new protocol designs of mine and we had a great time. I've really enjoyed writing and playing 'Lady Winter,' which will be out in about two weeks time. Lots of new fresh ideas in that one, which makes me wonder what I've been... (Read More)

Almost to the First Stretch Goal

October 9th - via: kickstarter.com
It would be great to hit $1500 by the end of the day, so I can start ordering some original art from people. Like this one from Chris Malidore. Thanks guys.  (Read More)

Something New

October 7th - via: kickstarter.com
I want to try something new here. Hopefully this will be a little fun. I want to ask people to write up a short story about their favorite protocol session. And in lieu of never playing one, you're favorite GMless session of any kind. Post it on... (Read More)

What Else is in There?

October 6th - via: kickstarter.com
While it may not be clear, this project is about ALL GMLESS games. It is about the basic structure of GMLESS games. Knowing what to do and when to do it. While the focus of the book IS on protocols, I have enough experience with GMLESS games, like... (Read More)

Funded. Now What?

October 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Everyone. Thanks for supporting my project. It's already funded. But I have a long way to go before the ideal pledge amount is reached. If you read over the stretch goals, you'll see there's a lot more I want to do with this project. For... (Read More)

$50 Pledge Level Fixed

October 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Since no one had backed it yet, the $50 level has been changed to include 15 PDFs. A much better value. Sorry guys.  (Read More)

first day

October 1st - via: kickstarter.com
not a bad first 20 hours, considering i really haven't done any marketing thanks everyone if you know me at all, you know i don't like spam or marketing text so please, if you know someone that would like this project, send along a link to them and... (Read More)

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