Research Guides: Guide to University Libraries' First Year Success Series Sessions: A Heroic Quest: A Research and Role-Playing Game Library Adventure

Session Resources

She Kills Monsters by Qui Nguyen
Call Number: PS3614.G955 S44 2016
ISBN: 9780573700569
Publication Date: 2012-01-01
A comedic romp into the world of fantasy role-playing games, " She Kills Monsters " tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly's Dungeons & Dragons notebook, however, she stumbles into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was Tilly's refuge. In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and 90s pop culture, acclaimed young playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all.

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A Heroic Quest: A Research and Role-Playing Game Library Adventure

Register for this session with the First Year Success Series. Search for the session title or keyword "heroic."

Learn about the research process including creating a search strategy and finding sources and discover how to overcome common obstacles when completing research assignments in an interactive and engaging storytelling environment. Your group will create a unique research story based on the choices you make and obstacles you encounter. You’ll also role-play as fictional characters in a fantasy world to prevent a dragon from destroying the city and save the day.

There will be challenges along the way…are you ready to face them?

Learning Outcomes

•   Discover specific services, tools, and resources University Libraries provide for students
•   Practice the research and inquiry process through a collaborative narrative
•   Identify ways to overcome common obstacles during the research process using library services and resources