Outlaws of Alkenstar: Steampunk Fantasy // All Welcome! 🌈

Creating your character

Player characters will start at level 1. You are encouraged to consider potential characters and review the Player's Guide for guidance and inspiration. Characters will be created during session zero, so come with multiple ideas! Check out the Player's Guide at https://downloads.paizo.com/Outlaws+of+Alkenstar+Player's+Guide.pdf Characters can be built in Pathbuilder 2 or other platforms for importing into Foundry: https://pathbuilder2e.com/ Archives of Nethys (Remastered) offers all the rules you need to manage your character. If you're new to Pathfinder 2e, no need to buy books or PDFs just to play! https://2e.aonprd.com/

Preparing for the session

Players will need: 1) Discord profile and to join the Gentle GM server 2) A mic and headphones (webcam is encouraged, but not required) 3) Computer access to Foundry (Foundry on tablet is experimental) Players can use physical dice if they prefer. Foundry's Pathfinder 2e support is very capable. Discord also offers Dice Golem for dice rolling.

What Caleb | The Gentle GM brings to the table

My players say it better than I can: "Caleb’s tables feel inclusive and safe. I love how he encourages player creativity." - Cindy "Caleb's storytelling, world-building, knowledge of different systems, and ability to create an inclusive, safe space for every single player at the table is (and I say this with my whole chest) exceptional. If you are looking for a GM that will support, encourage, and wrap you up in the most amazing worlds, Caleb is that GM." - Jenna "When you sit down to play a game at one of his tables, you feel like you interact with the world and story better than I have felt anywhere else... it's like being given the keys to your dad's classic car on date night. Every game with Caleb is a breath of fresh air. I've played and run games for years now, and Caleb truly brings player involvement and agency to a different level than I see elsewhere." - Matt "One highlight for me was the closing of my first Pathfinder campaign. I did not expect anything special, but he prepared a thoughtful ending that gave my character a sense of closure and significance. It stuck with me and shows how much care he puts into his games." - Malirrian You can expect: A story defined by the player characters and your choices Patience and support in moments of uncertainty Colorful characters and fantastical settings Theatrical acting for side characters with a touch of voiceacting Celebration of character success and plot beats Respect and consideration of my players and their consent

Homebrew rules

If you are interested in alternative character options, please contact me over SPG, Discord, or by email (gentlegm@tuta.com). Any such decisions will be made based on Foundry support and character balance.

How Caleb | The Gentle GM creates a safe table

I take player consent and emotional safety seriously. For safety tools, you can expect: 1. The X Card hard pauses the session. No explanation needed. 2. Open Door: Step away or leave without penalty. 3. Content Warnings: These are in the listing. Any questions? 4. Rating: I'm expecting a PG-13 game depending on player feedback. Action tends to be explosive and action-packed rather than brutal or gory. Players can request adult themes and situations, which may shift toward an R-rating. 5. Lines: What content do we want to exclude altogether? 6. Veils: What content do we want to fade to black? 7. Fast forward/Rewind: Jump ahead or revisit due to sensitive content. The 18+ Game: Teenaged players can join if they have an adult also playing at the table. Discussion of how this informs content and tone will be part of the zero session.