Learn to Play Call of Cthulhu- Explore a ¿Abandoned? Lighthouse

Creating your character

Feel free to create your own characters or choose from 4 pre-generated characters The Artist The Bureau Agent The Antiques Dealer The Marine Biologist

Preparing for the session

Add me on discord at Chuck the GM and I will share the Roll20 and Discord Links

What Chuck brings to the table

As your GM, my goal is to create a game that feels immersive, collaborative, and memorable. I’ll provide a fully prepared experience through Roll20, including maps, tokens, handouts, and visual aids to bring the world to life. I also use Discord to incorporate ambient music and soundscapes during sessions, whether it’s the quiet crackle of a campfire or the tension of an approaching ambush, I like to build atmosphere wherever possible. Roleplay is a big part of my style, and I use character voices and distinct mannerisms to help NPCs feel unique and engaging. I encourage players to lean into roleplay as much or as little as they’re comfortable, there’s no pressure, just opportunities to get invested in the story and your character. Combat in my games is dynamic and meaningful. I enjoy tactical encounters that reward teamwork and creative thinking, but I don’t run combat as a pure numbers exercise. Expect enemies with motivations, environments that matter, and moments where strategy can turn the tide. At the same time, I embrace the Rule of Cool, if you come up with something clever, cinematic, or just plain awesome, I’m always open to bending the rules to make the moment shine. Above all, I aim for a player-driven experience. Your choices will shape the story, the world will react to your actions, and your characters will have real impact. I’ll bring structure, energy, and a living world, but the story belongs to all of us.of comedy to release some tension

How Chuck creates a safe table

There are two real rules in TTRPG, have fun and be respectful. Creating a safe, respectful, and comfortable table is a top priority for me. Before the session begins, I’ll share a Lines and Veils document so everyone can clearly communicate boundaries. This will be sent out ahead of our session and we’ll review it together to make sure all players feel heard and respected. No one is required to explain their boundaries, just setting them is enough. Before the game. we’ll go over expectations for tone, table etiquette, and player comfort. We’ll also talk about how to handle sensitive content, inter-party conflict, and communication styles so that everyone is on the same page from the start. For in-game safety tools, I use a simple X, N, & O system, which can be done in whatever way feels easiest for you—typing in chat (via Discord or Roll20), sending me a private message, or just saying it out loud. X = Stop the scene immediately N = Something is heading in an uncomfortable direction O = You’re okay and things can continue I’ll always respect these signals without question or pressure to explain. Aftercare is also important. At the end of sessions I like to do a quick check-in to see how everyone is feeling, what they enjoyed, and if anything made them uncomfortable. If needed, I’m always available after the game for private conversations as well. At the table, respect is non-negotiable. This is a collaborative space where everyone should feel welcome, included, and able to enjoy the game.