Mapmaking 101, No Expensive Software Needed. Notes + MS Paint = Easy Reference for DMs and Players!

Oh yeah, it's all coming together. We can always make fancy maps later, but right now we need to strike while the ideas are hot and fresh! Load up MS Paint with me and let's practice making easy-to-read maps that will also aid our setting creation process!

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