Dragonbane: From the Emperors Crown to the Path of Glory

Creating your character

We will be making characters on our Session Zero together. If you sign up after our session zero. We can make a character during our first game together. Character creation is pretty straight forward an can be done in minutes :)

Preparing for the session

You need a computer that can run Windows 10 or 11 and has a chrome based browser. I use Foundry as our Virtual Tabletop, My (VTT) of choice, so you'll need to create an account on The Forge to log in. https://forge-vtt.com/account/login

What Raul "the Friendly Neighborhood Game Master" brings to the table

My focus is on cooperative storytelling, crafting harrowing situations filled with political intrigue, intense combat, and environmental challenges. I love building intricate mysteries for the group to unravel, and I ensure the world reacts to player choices—your actions will shape not only your character's life but the entire narrative. I use Foundry as our Virtual Tabletop (VTT) of choice, so you'll need to create an account on The Forge to log in. https://forge-vtt.com/account/login Expect accents and voices—some will be great, some hilariously bad—but if they don't enhance the story, I'll drop them. Music plays a big role in setting the tone, and I'll share it through Zoom or provide a Spotify link. We'll use Zoom for video conferencing, and I'll also create a Discord server for the party to stay connected.

Homebrew rules

Home Brew Rules are part of most tables. These are discussed on our Discord and are handled as a living document.

How Raul "the Friendly Neighborhood Game Master" creates a safe table

Gaming Environment: Our game is a safe and inclusive space for everyone, welcoming people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals of all backgrounds. We foster a respectful and collaborative environment where everyone can feel comfortable and enjoy the experience. Negative behaviors, such as bullying, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, or racism, are not tolerated. Any such actions will be met with one warning, giving you the chance to adjust your behavior. However, if this behavior continues, it will result in a permanent ban from the game. Our goal is to ensure that this is a space where everyone is having fun, feels respected and valued. Safety Tools The Deck of Player Safety: is a tool designed to ensure that everyone at the table has a fun, inclusive, and comfortable gaming experience. It’s a virtual set of cards that players can use during a session to express their boundaries, communicate their needs, and help guide the tone and content of the game without disrupting the flow of play. How It Works Each card in the deck represents a specific type of feedback or request that a player can make during the game. Some common examples include: Green Card ("All Good!") Indicates that the player is enjoying the scene and is comfortable with the current direction of the story, even if the content is intense or emotional. Yellow Card ("Pause or Adjust") Signals that the player is feeling uneasy or uncertain and would like to slow down or adjust the content of the scene without halting play entirely. Red Card ("Stop") Immediately ends the scene or topic of discussion, allowing the game to shift away from anything that makes the player uncomfortable. No explanation is required. Other Cards Some decks might include additional cards for specific feedback, such as "Can we explore this more?" or "Let’s inject more lightheartedness!" Breaks and the Open-Door Policy: Breaks: I regularly schedule breaks so that players can step away from the intensity of the game, take a breather, and reset. Players can also request a break at any time if a scene becomes too overwhelming, and we’ll pause to give everyone space. Open-Door Policy: At any point, players are free to step away from the game if they need to without judgment. Whether it’s for a quick break or to sit out for part of a session, the open-door policy ensures that players can take care of their mental and emotional needs whenever they feel it’s necessary. How It All Works Together By combining Lines, Veils, the Monte Cook Consent Checklist, regular breaks, and an open-door policy, I create a space where players can fully immerse themselves in the rich, dangerous world of Warhammer without worrying about being pushed beyond their comfort zones. The horror and mystery of the Old World come alive in our sessions, but only within the boundaries that make the game fun and engaging for everyone. Why This Matters: With these tools in place, we can enjoy the thrill of fantasy and intrigue while ensuring that everyone feels safe and respected. Content warnings: • Blood • Character Death • Classism • Execution • Alcohol Use • Gore • Death • Mental Illness • Murder Safety tools used: • Breaks • Deck of Player Safety • Open Door • Session 0