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In this video, we'll be discussing the debate surrounding paid game masters versus free game masters in the world of roleplaying games and Dungeons & Dragons. We'll cover the pros and cons of being a paid game master, the value of a game master's time, and the cost of entertainment. We'll also explore the controversy surrounding game masters charging players for their services and whether it's justified or not. Whether you're a game master yourself or a player looking to start a campaign, this video will provide valuable insights into the world of paid game masters.

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0:52 – Why Paid GMing Is Okay
0:59 – Value of Entertainment
3:17 – Quality of Game
4:50 – Time Commitment
6:08 – GM Supply
7:10 – Difficulty of GMing
9:46 – Why Paid GMing Is Wrong
10:00 – Barrier to Entry
12:03 – RPGs Are a Hobby!
13:17 – Not in the Spirit
14:16 – Gming Isn’t Hard
15:00 – The Dark Side

DISCLAIMER: We at the DM Lair no longer support Wizards of the Coast due to the unconscionable and, frankly, malicious actions by their senior leadership with respect to the Open Gaming License (OGL). However, we still love D&D and RPGs, and we remain dedicated to helping the community, particularly game masters. So, while you will see videos that talk about D&D and 5e resources, the reason we create them stems from our desire to continue providing support for GMs who continue to run D&D for their groups. To be clear, there is nothing wrong with D&D; there is something wrong at WOTC. And it is the latter that we take a strong stance against. The DM Lair team still loves D&D; we still love the community.

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