Get ready to roll the dice and enter an epic world of gameplay, as we speak with the brilliant Tom Watkin of D&D At Work. With over three decades of Dungeons and Dragons experience, starting from a simplified game with his brother, Tom has built an elaborate, captivating universe of his own. This episode takes you on a narrative journey into Tom's D&D world, which has grown from a ruined city to entire continents over six years. You'll get to learn about his love for the creative aspect of D&D and how this game provides a unique platform for stories and world-building. But that's just the tip of the iceberg! We also dive into a treasure trove of tips for those who're just starting their D&D journey, exploring the importance of player autonomy and tailoring the game according to the group's preferences. Not forgetting the broader implications of D&D, we discuss how the game's strategic and decision-making elements can translate into the corporate world. It's fascinating to consider how D&D can shape leadership and negotiation skills in an entirely different context. Our conversation with Tom also explores different leadership styles in the D&D setting, highlighting how coordinating a group, planning sessions, and ensuring everyone enjoys the game can mirror real-life leadership scenarios. We also throw light on how complex D&D rulesets can sometimes interfere with the role-playing experience, leading us to share about alternative rulesets. Tune in to our chat with Tom Watkin as we delve deep into the fascinating intersection of D&D and work-life, offering unique perspectives on leadership, teamwork, and culture exploration. You don't want to miss this! Links: Dungeons & Dragons At Work - https://dndatwork.com/ EZD6 by DM Scotty - https://www.ezd6.com/ Those Dark Places Cthulhu Dark Me, Myself, and Why : Searching for the Science of Self Support the show1. Visit our website! www.legendslootandlore.com 2. Support the Podcast! Help us do what we love and bring you more great D&D content. legendslootandlore.supercast.com 3. Follow us on social! Instagram Facebook TikTok 4. Join our Discord Server! Music by June Westfield Apple Music Spotify Logo design by Ryan Denora https://www.ryandenora.com/