Wizards of Eem EP011 – The Case for Imbalanced Combat
Are you a GM tired of building "perfectly balanced" encounters? In this episode, we explore why Land of Eem embraces unfair fights—and how imbalance leads to better stories.
Topics include:
- Why imbalance creates tension, surprise, and creativity
- How Land of Eem’s conflict system rewards clever thinking
- Famous examples of underdogs overcoming impossible odds
- Real GM tips for using imbalance as a storytelling tool
Forget stat math—this is about drama, discovery, and heroic failure.
Tune in and learn how to make your next unbalanced encounter unforgettable.
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The lyrics were written by Ben Costa and James Parks, and the song was written by musician Evin Wolverton.
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