Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Most new DMs fear railroading - forcing their players down one path, regardless of the choices they make. But that fear can lead to a directionless game, where the players struggle to figure out what to do next, and the Dungeon Master struggles to keep up. So in this video, I make the case for starting your campaign with a clear goal, to give your game momentum that will carry into the future.
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The Bard's College is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
Most new DMs fear railroading - forcing their players down one path, regardless of the choices they make. But that fear can lead to a directionless game, where the players struggle to figure out what to do next, and the Dungeon Master struggles to keep up. So in this video, I make the case for starting your campaign with a clear goal, to give your game momentum that will carry into the future.
Thanks for watching, and if you enjoyed the video, leaving a like is always appreciated! If you want to see more, you should subscribe to the Bard's College! I make videos all about DnD, DMing and everything in-between, so there's more to come! Good luck out there, Game Masters!
The Bard's College is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.
