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Jag tycker det härär så snyggt att det är värt att diskutera på wrnu.
http://thisjustinfromgencon.com/2012/08/...los-of-nerdnyc/
http://thisjustinfromgencon.com/2012/08/...los-of-nerdnyc/
Finally, here are some notes from John about his X-Card technique:
John Stavropoulos on how he uses x-cards in practice:
I find the pitch is as important as the X-Card itself. Here is a breakdown of why I chose these specific words…
1. “I’d like your help.”
A lot of times we don’t get what we want in life because we don’t ask for it. This also makes it clear that it’s not all on me.
2. “Your help to make this game fun for everyone.”
State the goal, set expectations. Make it clear it’s not about individuals but the group.
3. “If anything in the game makes anyone uncomfortable…”
I switch from saying “you” to “anyone” and “we” below to reinforce it’s about the group’s needs. I say “anything” so it’s not limited or specific because I don’t want to prejudge what people find uncomfortable because it’s subjective and I’m not here to judge.
“…just simply lift this card up.”
It’s so easy! I will then actually lift the card to make it clear physically how easy it is.
4. “Don’t explain why.”
Explaining is bad because it’s extra effort, a higher barrier to accomplish your goal, and it can feel like being put on trial. Plus explanations means more time not playing.
5.”When the card is lifted, we simply edit out any uncomfortable content…”
Repeat what they need to do “lift the card” and emphasize how it is simple and fast.
“…and move forward.”
Nothing to see here. The focus shifts back to having fun, not judgement.
6. “I know it sounds funny but it will help us play amazing games together…”
It does sound funny to most people so I prefer to acknowledge what most people are thinking than let it go unsaid. Saying it out loud takes away its stigma and says “I understand” + “but trust me”.
“…and usually I’m the one who ends up using the X card to protect myself from you all!”
It’s not just about them, it’s also about me. We’re in this together. The rules apply to everyone. And it takes the edge off a potential serious topic by ending with humor.
I will then usually X-Card myself early on in the game. Say I describe a gory fight, I might say out loud, “whoa John, relax there” and lift the X-Card on myself to show everyone it’s no big deal and I’d rather make the game comfortable for everyone and put my own ego aside.