How to Build a Fantasy City from Scratch

From layout and history to factions and festivals—this episode breaks down how to build a fantasy city that your players will actually want to explore.

In this episode of The Bearded Nerd Podcast, Brian walks you through a step-by-step framework to design immersive cities that aren’t just maps—they’re living story hubs. Whether you're designing your campaign's capital or a weird little port town full of smugglers, this guide will help you get there.

🎲 What You’ll Learn:

• How to define your city’s core purpose

• Ways to use geography and real-world city models

• How to build meaningful factions, landmarks, and culture

• Bonus roll table to spark instant city drama

🎁 Download the City Building Blueprint PDF on Patreon:
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