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GM resource

Prep checklist for Draw Steel

What to prep (and what to skip) before sessions. GMing works best when scenes have pressure, choices, and consequences.

Checklist

  • Start with pressure
  • Offer multiple leads
  • End scenes early
  • Keep consequences visible
Common pitfalls
  • Stalling
  • Over-prep
  • Lack of stakes
Combat cheat sheet
Quick lookup during play.
Common mistakes
Avoid repeated slowdowns.

Keep sessions moving

Use quick pages, then get back to the scene.