column: The Nerdery #26

[The Holy Saint, Grand High Poobah, Master of Monkeys, Ehlers]

reference: http://www.timewastersguide.com/view.php?id=1119

[Nicadymus]

Using current events is a great way to expand the world you have created for your characters.  Not only does it open up numerous side quests they can explore, it assists the GM in conveying the following message to the players, "This world does not revolve around your characters.  While your choices may impact what happens in the future, the choices others make, and your choice not to do something will also effect the future."  Still makes them important, but illustrates that the world is a bigger place.