Agents of Dune • Beginner Friendly

Creating your character

In Dune: Adventures in the Imperium, all player characters serve a single noble House—one we’ll create together in Session Zero. You’ll help decide its domains, expertise, trait, and even enemies, which will shape the world and your role within it. Then, you’ll build a character who serves that House: a Scion of the House, Mentat Advisor, Bene Gesserit Agent, Swordmaster, Physician, Smuggler or Officer with their own drives and ambition. You can make a full character before play, or organically develop the character sheet details as the story unfolds. No deep Dune knowledge required—just bring a love for drama, intrigue, and roleplay.

Preparing for the session

𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗗: ✦ Free Discord account ✦ Headphones with a microphone ✦ Webcam ✦ A relatively modern computer for Foundry (check this link for minimum and recommended client specs: https://foundryvtt.com/article/requirements/) ✦ A Chromium based browser likes Google Chrome, MicrosoftEdge, Brave etc.

What The Norse GM brings to the table

✦ High-quality scenery and custom tokens designed to pull you straight into the world of Arrakis and beyond. Whether you're infiltrating a palace or riding a sandworm, you'll see the world unfold around you. ✦ Carefully curated ambient sounds and music to set the mood—whether you're navigating tense political negotiations or sharing a quiet drink in a spice market tavern. ✦ Scheming nobles, loyal retainers, and dangerous agents—each with unique goals and secrets. You’ll remember them… and they’ll remember you. ✦ Rules-light, story-rich. Bold moves, clever plans, and dramatic roleplay is rewarded. Rules support the story, so let’s make it happen.

How The Norse GM creates a safe table

This game explores themes like politics, ecology, religion, and fate—but it will always do so with care, respect, and clear boundaries. We’ll start with a collaborative Session Zero to set expectations, establish tone, and define boundaries as a group. I use multiple safety tools, including: ✦ Deck of Player Safety – A quick and anonymous method to signal hot-button topics players want excluded from their gaming experience. ✦ X-Card – A simple, immediate way to pause and revise scenes that cross a line. ✦ Half-Time Break – 10 minute break to give everyone time to reset and decompress. ✦ Debriefing – A chance to reflect and make sure everyone’s feeling good about the direction the game is moving. All players are encouraged to speak up or check in at any time. This is a collaborative, respectful space, and your enjoyment—both in and out of character—is a top priority.