Hi everyone! My group and I are new to this type of game, but want to try it out. We were originally looking at the LOTR RPG (Came out early 2000s I believe) cause I already have one of the books, well the narrators screen accessory actually, complete with a beginner scenario. I just got into the LOTR LCG from Fantasy Flight, and noticed they also have these Star Wars RPGs. I have a couple questions I'm hoping some of you can answer. I plan on giving everyone premade characters regardless of which game we play, at least for the first couple games. We are planning on playing next weekend so I have this weekend and next week to prepare.
1. What's the ideal number of players for this type of game? My group has me (I will be GM), and two people that are definitely interested, and one maybe. Are these types of games doable with 2 players + GM or should we not bother without 3+GM at least? We might be able to recruit some more if it's better with a larger group, all would most likely be new to this kind of games. (All adults)
2. Has anyone played the LOTR one and can compare it to this one? (Any of the three versions of the SW beginner games) I'm thinking at least we'll start with LOTR to see if we like the type of game since I already have the book, then maybe spend the money and get into one of these depending what everyone wants.
3. Any tips for a brand new GM introducing this type of game to brand new players?
4. Are there any decent videos on YouTube or anywhere I can watch to see how one of these games plays out? I didn't see many during a cursory search for LOTR, but it looks like there are a number for SW. If anyone could recommend a particular channel that's typically recommended to new players that would save some time searching for one this weekend.