Paths Unknown

Creating your character

At the start of our campaign, character creation is a collaborative process. We’ll begin with a group discussion about the setting and tone of the adventure what kind of world we’re in, what kind of story we want to tell, and the type of challenges we want to explore. This ensures everyone has a clear idea of the game’s style and what fits the narrative. Once the setting and tone are established, we’ll move into a group discussion about character creation. Together, we’ll make sure the party is balanced and that each character can contribute something unique to the story. This is the time to ask questions about roles, party composition, and any special abilities or quirks you want to explore. After that, each player will have a private session with me to go over their backstory, which will serve as the foundation of the campaign. These backstories aren’t just flavor—they’ll influence the plot, NPCs, and story hooks, so your character’s history is an active part of the world.

Preparing for the session

I use Roll20 and Discord for games.

What Peter brings to the table

At my table, I aim to make the world feel alive and immersive. I provide handouts, maps, and visual aids to help you track the story, understand the setting, and feel grounded in the adventure. Whether it’s a mysterious letter, a city map, or a puzzle diagram, these handouts are designed to give your character a tangible connection to the story. I also use ambient music and soundscapes to set the mood—subtle background tracks for tense dungeons, quiet villages, or epic battles help bring the world to life without distracting from gameplay. I encourage small voice changes or roleplay cues for characters, but accents are never required. My style is about immersion over performance: you don’t need to “perform,” just bring your character to life however you’re comfortable. Combat is tactical but flexible. I enjoy strategic encounters, but I also embrace the Rule of Cool if your idea makes sense and fits the narrative, it will usually succeed, even if it bends the rules slightly. Rules are a foundation, not a cage, and we prioritize fun, story impact, and player creativity over strict Rules as Written.

Homebrew rules

These will be discussed as a group and agreed upon together.

How Peter creates a safe table

Player safety and comfort are a top priority at my table. Before the campaign begins, we’ll have a conversation about boundaries and sensitive content to ensure everyone is comfortable with the themes and tone of the game. This discussion happens during Session 0, along with character creation, party dynamics, and expectations for how we’ll handle intense or emotional scenes. During play, if anything makes you uncomfortable, you can contact me privately on Discord at any time. After intense or emotional sessions, I provide aftercare, giving players the chance to debrief, ask questions, or discuss difficult scenes in a safe space. The goal is to create a safe, respectful, and supportive environment where everyone can focus on storytelling, roleplay, and creativity without worrying about uncomfortable content. Communication is encouraged at all times, and adjustments will always be made if a player needs them.