> Page 1772 — Downfall Denial
> 22nd Nov 2022, 6:00 AM in [What About Discord?](https://friendshipisdragons.thecomicseries.com/archive/62874)
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> I do think in general that the players should feel like they can ask the GM to help with actions, choices, and descriptions. A more competitive, adversarial dynamic puts up walls and forces the players to either become their own rules lawyer or flounder helplessly, while a cooperative table lets everyone get a chance to succeed at what they want to do.
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> That said, it's hard to resist the allure of an open-ended outcome…
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Transcript:
> DM: The moment you exchange one-liners, Tirek's tall horns begin to gather arcane energy to try and drain your magic. But you still have a chance to get away.
> Fluttershy: Oh! Um, actually… Is that fair to Discord? He didn't really get a chance, and he's a powerful being like Twilight is now…
> DM: Y'know what, you're right; I didn't really think about that, sorry. What's the play here, old friend? Does Twilight have to struggle harder to get away from Tirek? Is it almost impossible?
> (beat)
> Discord: <sigh> No, your instincts are correct here, as ever. I– Discord really thought he was safe. Twilight is under no such illusion.
> Fluttershy: Okay. Just wanted to make sure.
> Twilight Sparkle: Glad we got that all cleared up. I am OUTTA here. Don't even particularly care where.
> DM: Oh, really…?