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I've always GM'd with my laptop, never used a screen, but I like the idea of it more and more.

I was just curious what people put on there? What do you consider essential and what has come in handy for you?

For reference I run Call of Cthulhu so especially interested in that, but I've also done DND so really just curious in general.

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[โ€“] Paradachshund@lemmy.today 3 points 4 days ago (1 children)

It's interesting, it seems like most people don't use one based on this thread.

For me the wall isn't the point, I just like the idea of not using a laptop. I already spend a lot of time on the computer.

[โ€“] ckeen@ttrpg.network 2 points 3 days ago

My point was, that I do use all the quick reference hints that you would find on the back of a GM screen, I just lay them out flat before me or have them in my analog binder where I keep my notes. That's a small binder where I can insert sheets that I need for a session and can reference older notes. The downside is that, if you play with minis etc, you would need an extra area to prepare and hide them for a surprise effect..