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A Guide to Finding - Your Perfect TTRPG Group

Ryan Duncan

Updated: Jan 23

The thrill of rolling dice, battling fearsome creatures, and creating unforgettable memories with a group of friends.

Ryan from Urban Sunrises sitting at his D&D table wondering how to find friends

Except who are those friends and where are they?


The noble quest for adventure!

The Heroes of the Windstone Chronicles, Elves, Dwarves, Humans, and Halfling

The Quest Begins - Seeking Fellow Adventurers

Finding a TTRPG group is like searching for a rare magical artifact; it requires patience, resourcefulness, and a willingness to leave no tavern empty.


Who are we kidding finding a group usually ends up like this ...





Okay well sitting around crying about itsn't going to get us anywhere. Here is a list. Roll the dice and pick one of these places. You will find who you are looking for.

Workplace & Social Circles

Office or Workplace – You never know which Coworker is into RPGs.

College or University Clubs – Many campuses have tabletop gaming or RPG clubs.

Community Centers – Some host events or provide spaces for gaming groups.

Local Meetups – Check Meetup.com or similar platforms for RPG groups.


Public Spaces & Businesses

Coffee Shops – Some have game-friendly atmospheres or host game nights.

Comic Book Shops – Often serve as hubs for D&D groups or host Adventurers League games.

Game Stores – Many run events or have bulletin boards for finding groups.

Libraries – Check for community events or bulletin boards for local RPG groups.

Bars or Pubs – Geek-friendly bars sometimes host tabletop nights.


Online Platforms & Tools

Discord Servers – Search for RPG or D&D-focused communities.

Reddit – Subreddits like r/LFG (Looking for Group) can connect you with players.

Roll20 – An online platform for finding and playing D&D games.

D&D Beyond – Forums and tools for finding groups.

Facebook Groups – Many local communities have RPG-focused groups.

Eventbrite – Search for one-shots or campaigns happening near you.

BoardGameGeek – Forums often have D&D-related group-finding threads.


Events

Conventions – Gaming or pop culture cons often host D&D sessions.

Gaming Expos – Events like PAX, Gen Con, or smaller local expos have gaming spaces.

Game Jams or TTRPG Festivals – Look for niche events in your area.


Other

School Programs – Some schools have extracurricular clubs or programs for students.

Community Boards – Grocery stores or local cafes sometimes have boards where people post game groups.

Open Parks – For those wanting an outdoor D&D experience, local parks can work!

Churches or Religious Centers – Some host community game nights.

Local Co-ops or Shared Workspaces – Like coworking spaces, they might have game nights or community boards.


It will require searching, a few pitfalls, and maybe even a dragon or two, but the rewards are well worth the effort. Go out and find your group.


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