What is Foundry VTT? Should I be using it for my game?

Is Foundry VTT really worth the $50 price? Is it too bloated or complex? In just 3 hours, you'll know the answers to these questions--and more!

TYPE

One-Shot

SYSTEM

Seminar
Game Master Workshop

EXPERIENCE

Open to all

AGE

All Ages
About the adventure

What does Foundry VTT look like? How does it work? Is it something I should consider using in my *own* games? If you're a GM who is currently running your games via Roll 20, Fantasy Grounds, Owlbear Rodeo, or any *other* Virtual Tabletop, here's a chance for you to take a look at an alternative platform and see if it's something you'd be interested in. During this 3 hour GM Workshop, we will walk through a full overview of what Foundry VTT has to offer you and your players. There is a complete, real-time demo, as well as plenty of overview. We'll be taking a look at Foundry VTT in terms of: ✅ Cost ✅ Hosting Options ➡ (personal computer vs. web hosting) ✅ Campaign Setup ➡ (maps, scenes, journals, lighting) ✅ GM Features ➡ (compendiums, PC/NPC management) ✅ Player Features ➡ (combat, inventory, movement, vision) ✅ Customization ➡ (shopping & vendors, playing cards) ✅ Wishes & Stars Disclaimer: Please note that this workshop is *NOT*: ❌ an attempt to "convert" you to Foundry VTT. ➡ If you like the VTT you're currently using, great! Keep using it! ❌ a place to ask for tech support. ➡ There are *hundreds* of YouTube videos on "how" to do things in Foundry VTT. This isn't one of them. I'm looking forward to introducing you to this unique and powerful Virtual Tabletop platform.

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15 SEATS LEFT
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Once / Friday – 5:00 PM UTC

Jul 4

Session Duration / 3 hours

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GAME MASTER

Frederick

5.0

(21)

Schedule

Each player will be charged when a session starts.

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Meet the Game Master

Frederick

5.0

(21)

Teacher/Educator

4 years on StartPlaying

25 games hosted

Highly rated for: Teacher, Knows the Rules, Sets the Mood

About me

Like a lot of fellas my age, I started out playing Dungeons and Dragons in the 1980s. And, if you've ever seen "ET" or "Stranger Things", it was *exactly* like that (right down to the wooden paneling in the basement). Throughout the years, I've had the privilege to sit across the gaming table from some *wonderfully* knowledgeable players and game masters. And I've had an opportunity to play a wide variety of games. I'd like to pass those experiences on to others, so that they can enjoy a *really* great session at the gaming table as much as I have.

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Reviews (21)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Teacher

Knows the Rules

Sets the Mood

diego matias avatar

diego matias

Played 3 sessions

As a first time player, I was hesitant and somewhat fearful in playing in an online role playing game. After having Frederick as our GM I was extremely impressed by his resolve, creativity, in depth knowledge. He made this Campaign one to remember.

Paul avatar

Paul

Played 1 sessions

I joined Frederick’s Foundry seminar and was very impressed with his style. He scaffolded information and had an instinct on when to check in with everyone attending. Teaching online is difficult, but he has a knack for it. Overall, I found the seminar interesting, informative, and ultimately thorough. It was worth the time spent, for sure!

Bogue (Meepology) avatar

Bogue (Meepology)

Played 1 sessions

Rockstar GM - walks you through everything with ease and patience. Has a sense of humor and flows well with any reasonable antics. Will play a campaign again for sure!

Adam avatar

Adam

Played 1 sessions

Frederick was great; I definitely recommend him as a GM. I played a Fallout one-shot with him on the Foundry VTT. I had no prior knowledge of the game system or the Foundry VTT. We made a PC and played through the basics: crafting, combat, exploration, etc. I had a great time, so I'll certainly book him again!

Colin avatar

Colin

Played 1 sessions

GM was super talented when it came to teaching the rules/basics of the game and was very flexible to help out with any beginner questions.

Casca avatar

Casca

Played 1 sessions

Frederick was great. He had us generate characters which is great when learning a new system. Then the adventure was fun. Short one-shot with some exploration and a combat in the end. He is very good at explaining the rules and patient. Would definitely recommend him.

Character creation
Creating your character

n/a

What to expect
Preparing for the session

All you need is a web browser, headset, and a microphone.

What Frederick brings to the table

I'll be streaming static images intermixed with a live demo. By the time this GM Workshop is complete, you'll know whether you want to host your games using Foundry VTT.

Equipment needed to play

Computer

Headphones

Internet

Microphone

Safety
How Frederick creates a safe table

n/a

Content warnings
G-rated
Safety tools used

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