Into the Badlands | 2045 Road Trip | Learn to Play Cyberpunk RED

Creating your character

Character creation will take place during session zero, though coming in with early ideas is encouraged. Characters can be built using Fast & Dirty for quick play or Calculated for a more detailed approach. The game uses the Cyberpunk RED core rules, with additional material from other sourcebooks allowed at the GM’s discretion.

Preparing for the session

Players will need a microphone to participate. Webcams are optional but encouraged. Dice and character sheets are handled digitally, and no installations are required. You’ll just need a browser to access the game and Discord for audio and optional video.

What Charles brings to the table

I run Cyberpunk RED so the rules are easy to grasp and the action never slows down. I prioritize pacing and tension, so every choice carries weight and every scene has momentum. I deliver a consistent, high-quality experience where the world responds to what you do. A streamlined online setup is provided so you can focus on playing rather than troubleshooting.

Homebrew rules

1️⃣ Luck may be spent before or after a roll to gain a second chance when it matters. Spending Luck after a roll costs double. 2️⃣ Dodging bullets requires REF 8 or higher, plus either combat drugs or speedware. 3️⃣ Grenade damage can be evaded only if you have sufficient movement to completely leave the area of effect. 4️⃣ Armor ablates whenever it is hit, even if it prevents damage from penetrating.

How Charles creates a safe table

Session Zero will cover rules and safety tools, and I am happy to accommodate player needs. We will establish X, N, and O cards and Lines and Veils, along with expectations for breaks and an open-door table policy. I check in with players regularly and am available between sessions if anything comes up. Cyberpunk RED is a lethal game, and character death is always a possibility.