Exploring the Journey from Novel to Tabletop with Gregory A. Wilson
Welcome back to The Corner of Story and Game! Join me for an insightful conversation with Gregory A. Wilson, acclaimed author of the Gray Assassin Trilogy. We will delve into his journey from writing dark fantasy novels to developing them into an immersive tabletop role-playing game. In this episode, we explore: Gregory's Origin Story: Discover how his upbringing as the son of an English professor and his love for fantasy literature shaped his passion for storytelling and gaming. The Gray Assassin Trilogy: Gregory shares the inspiration behind his dark fantasy world, drawing parallels to renowned figures like Jason Bourne and discussing the complex themes of faith and redemption that run through his work. Bringing Novels to Life: We dive into the challenges and creative processes involved in adapting a narrative-driven novel into a dynamic tabletop experience, including the importance of mechanics that enhance storytelling. Game Design Insights: Gregory discusses the innovative gameplay mechanics, such as the Faith system, and how they reflect the thematic depth of his novels, providing players with opportunities for rich storytelling. Collaborative Storytelling: Learn about the unique relationship between writing and gaming, and how Gregory's experiences as a game master have informed his narrative style and character development. Future Endeavours: Get a sneak peek at what’s next for Gregory, including plans for live play sessions on Twitch and the potential for expanding the Gray Assassin universe. Whether you're a seasoned tabletop gamer, a budding writer, or simply curious about the art of storytelling, this episode offers a treasure trove of insights and inspiration. Tune in to discover how the threads of narrative and gameplay intertwine in Gregory's remarkable work! Greg’s Links: -> Greyshade TTRPG Pre-Orders -> Gregyshade Trilogy -> GenGMs -> Main Author Website -> Twitch Persona Website -> Twitch Channel -> YouTube -> BlueSky -> Patreon -> Twitter The Corner of Story and Game: -> Discord -> Facebook -> Instagram -> Twitter -> TikTok -> Threads -> Bluesky -> LinkedIn -> Email: gerald@storyandgame.com #GregoryAWilson #Greyshade #TabletopRoleplayingGameDesign #WritingForTTRPGs #GameDesign #NarrativeDesign #WritingCommunity #TabletopRPG #SpeculativeFiction #PodcastRecommendations #Storytelling #CreativeProcess #GameWriting #StorytellingInGames #TheCornerOfStoryAndGame