5 Things to Consider When Adding Criminal Organisations in your RPG - GM Tips

Опубликовано: 10 Март 2026
на канале: How to be a Great GM
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Ever wanted a criminal organisation in your tabletop roleplaying game? We take a look at how you can go about adding one, and focusing on ways you can ensure it fits into the RPG world you are creating. Whether it is a modern day Mafia organisation or a fantasy underworld of thieves, these tips can be used for any roleplaying game system and can help add depth and a more sinister aspect to your world.

Find each chapter of the video easily here:
00:00 Criminal Organisations
00:44 Why did the organisation start?
01:36 What are its goals?
04:50 Why is the organisation still operating?
06:18 What will they do to the PC's?
07:49 What if your PC's sign up to the organisation?
09:16 Your task - Design a criminal organisation

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