12 A. "kingslayer" and "kingmaker" have always been two sides of the same coin in D&D, even if they were never explicitly named so. The player who plays as the kingmaker is essentially playing a game of chess with his own pieces, trying to maneuver them into positions where they can checkmate the king. The kingmaker's goal is to ensure that the king survives long enough for him to win the game. This means he must avoid making moves that would result in the king's death, while also positioning himself to take advantage of any weaknesses in the opponent's strategy. In some cases, the kingmaker may choose to sacrifice his own pieces in order to protect the king or create opportunities for future attacks. In other cases, he may try to manipulate the outcome of the game by influencing the decisions of other players. Ultimately, the success of the kingmaker depends on his ability to read the board and anticipate the actions of his opponents. If he can do this effectively, he will be able to secure victory for himself and his team.