About the course
Our mission is to empower aspiring TTRPG worldbuilders to unleash their creative potential, build captivating game worlds, and create extraordinary adventures for their players.
Through this comprehensive and practical course, we provide the knowledge, tools, and support needed to craft immersive narratives, dynamic cultures, and engaging environments.
By fostering a collaborative community and emphasizing player relevance, we enable you to become confident and skilled worldbuilders, capable of shaping unforgettable TTRPG experiences.
Interactive Lessons
Activities to help you use the knowledge from each of the different lessons and modules to create your own world.
Outlined Expectations
Know exactly where you're going with each module as we develop your world and its different components.
Real Examples
Using a variety of books, movies, TTRPG systems, video games, and more, you'll get to see how others create their worlds and what we can learn from them.
Course Outline
Module 1: Where to Start
- identifying your goals, themes, and targets
- discovering the tools you’ll use to build your world
- check different options for organizing your notes
Module 2: Physical Worldbuilding
- creating realistic maps with interesting landmarks
- developing diverse biomes and ecosystems
- creating unique flora and fauna
Module 3: Cultural Worldbuilding
- developing history, religion, magic, and tech
- creating unique species
- developing and deepening culture
Module 4: Playing in Your World
- creating factions and systems within the world
- developing NPCs, adventures, and descriptions
- discussing adjusting as you go and collaborative storytelling