Practical Tools & Resources

This appendix contains ready-to-use tools, templates, and guides for running Malware & Monsters sessions. All resources are designed for quick access during gameplay and preparation.

Session Scripts

Essential scripts for maintaining session flow and energy:

• Opening Script - Welcome players and set expectations
• Round Transitions - Smooth transitions between discovery phases
  
• Closing Script - Wrap up sessions with reflection and next steps

Question Banks

Curated questions organized by discovery phase to drive player-led investigation:

• Discovery Questions - Initial incident assessment
• Investigation Questions - Deep-dive analysis and attribution
• Response Questions - Containment and remediation strategies
• Emergency Questions - Crisis escalation scenarios

Preparation Templates

Structured approaches for different facilitation styles and time constraints:

• 5-Minute Prep - Ultra-fast session setup
• New IM Prep - Comprehensive guide for first-time facilitators
• Story-Driven Prep - Narrative-focused session design
• Legacy Malmon Prep - Historical threat modernization
• Scenario Card Template - Create custom scenarios
• NPC Development - Memorable character creation
• Organizational Contexts - Industry-specific settings
• Scenario Templates - Reusable situation frameworks

Facilitation Guides

Specialized techniques for advanced session types and group management:

• Contemporary Legacy Malmon Guide - Evolution-focused legacy threat facilitation
  
• Legacy Malmon Modernization Guide - Historical threat adaptation techniques

Real-Time Guides

In-the-moment tools for managing group dynamics and participation:

• Technical Gap Protocols - Bridge knowledge differences gracefully

Quick Reference Usage

• Before Sessions: Use Preparation Templates based on available time and experience
• During Sessions: Reference Question Banks and Real-Time Guides for smooth facilitation
• Between Sessions: Apply Session Scripts for consistent opening/closing experiences
• For Custom Content: Leverage templates to create organization-specific scenarios and NPCs