Shadows of the Republic: a Star Wars 5e Story

Creating your character

We will build our heroes together during a comprehensive Session 0. This ensures everyone’s characters have a reason to work together and fits perfectly into the High Republic setting. Starting Level: 3 We will use the Official SW5e website for character creation. Any content currently available on the SW5e site is fair game. Whether you want to be a seasoned Mon Calamari scholar or a human ace pilot, the galaxy is yours to explore. Note to New Players: If you’ve never used the SW5e system before, don't worry! I’ll be there to walk you through the entire process.

Preparing for the session

Getting started is simple! This game is entirely web-based, so you won’t need to download any bulky software. To ensure a smooth campaign, please have the following ready: Create a free account at Owlbear Rodeo. This is where we will handle our tactical maps and tokens. Create a free account at SW5e.com. This will be your hub for building your hero and tracking your powers. We will use Discord for our voice sessions, character art, and notes. A stable internet connection and a reliable microphone are required.

What Guilherme brings to the table

Your backstory isn't just flavor text. I specialize in weaving your character’s history, rivals, and ambitions directly into the main plot. In this game, your choices have consequences, and your past will eventually catch up with you. I believe the best moments happen when players think outside the box. I embrace the "Rule of Cool" to keep the action cinematic, but I value fairness above all. If a ruling feels off or you have a suggestion, my door is always open. We are telling this story together.

Homebrew rules

We will utilize several of the optional rules found on the official SW5e website (to be detailed during Session 0). My "Golden Rule" for homebrew is that it must enhance the fun for everyone. We will review all house rules during our first session, and I am always open to feedback. If a rule isn't working for the group, we’ll adjust it or scrap it together.

How Guilherme creates a safe table

We will begin our journey with a thorough discussion of content warnings and expectations. No story beat is more important than a player’s comfort. e will use the X, N, and O Cards via an Owlbear Rodeo extension. These allow any player to signal if a scene needs to be adjusted, paused, or skipped, no questions asked. If sensitive content arises unexpectedly, I will pause the narrative to check in with the group. We move at the pace of the players, not the plot. We will always use the post-session time for debriefing and feedback. If something didn't sit right during a session, we can address it together.