Is your young adventurer ready to discover their divine destiny? Join us as we interview Frank Fradella, creator of Young Asgardians - an incredible tabletop RPG designed specifically for kids ages 6-10! 🛡️⚡
🎮 What You'll Discover:
🔹 How Frank created a simplified D6-based RPG system that even first-time players can master
🔹 Why kids play as Asgardian children discovering what god they'll become (genius concept!)
🔹 The psychology behind designing games that teach collaboration, cooperation & communication
🔹 How this game kept Frank connected with his kids across continents via Zoom
🔹 The brilliant "problem-solving abilities" system that replaces traditional stats
🔹 Why this might be THE gateway game to introduce your kids to tabletop RPGs
💭 Conversation Starters:
What age did YOU start playing TTRPGs? How do you introduce kids to the hobby? Share your stories in the comments! We'd love to hear how you're building the next generation of gamers! 👇
🔗 Links & Resources:
Young Asgardians Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/asgardian/young-asgardians
Contact Frank: fvfradella@gmail.com
Our Kickstarter - The Bridgewell Chronicles Volume 1:
NPC & Location Card Decks for D&D 5E 2024
Nine one-shot adventures perfect for starter parties!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ttjourneys/make-100-the-bridgedwell-chronicles-part-1?ref=38gh6c
Find the Travelers Guide to Factions Book here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/551670/the-travelers-guide-to-factions
⏰ Episode Timestamps:
00:00 - Welcome to Tabletop Journeys!
00:30 - Introduction
02:57 - What inspired you to create an RPG specifically for kids ages 6-10?
06:30 - How does the game actually work? (Mechanics deep-dive)
08:04 - What's the setting and lore foundation?
10:12 - Character creation - How do kids build their Asgardians?
12:45 - The "discovering your godhood" mechanic explained
16:00 - How does the game teach collaboration & communication?
19:15 - What's included in the Kickstarter?
28:05 - Tips for parents/GMs running the game
33:10 - Frank's background in psychology & counseling
35:35 - Future plans for Young Asgardians
37:50 - Final thoughts
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Perfect for parents, educators, and gaming enthusiasts looking to share the magic of tabletop roleplaying with the next generation! 🎲✨
