Season of Ghost

Creating your character

Characters are created collaboratively, either during Session 0 or with guided support before play begins. Starting level will be stated clearly before the campaign starts. I prioritize characters that fit the setting and have meaningful ties to the world. Optimization is welcome, but coherence and engagement matter more than mechanical perfection. All character sheets will be managed digitally, and I provide guidance throughout the process to keep things moving smoothly.

Preparing for the session

Characters will begin at level 1 using the Pathfinder 2e Remaster rules. Because this campaign centers on the isolated town of Willowshore, every character should be a resident of the town or have a strong personal connection to it. You might be a local craftsperson, hunter, guard, scholar, farmer, spiritual practitioner, merchant, or someone who recently returned home. We will finalize characters together before the first full session. I will help new players with ancestry, heritage, background, class, equipment, and Foundry setup. Premade characters can also be provided for anyone who would rather begin with a ready-to-play option. Common character options are broadly available. Uncommon and rare options require approval so that they fit the campaign’s setting and themes. Evil characters, characters who refuse to cooperate with the group, and concepts with no reason to protect Willowshore are not suitable for this campaign. Characters will be created and maintained in Foundry VTT. Players should read the spoiler-free Season of Ghosts Player’s Guide before finalizing their character. We will establish personal connections to Willowshore, its residents, and the other party members during Session 0.

What Burt! brings to the table

Burt!, will provide a prepared Foundry VTT campaign with maps, tokens, dynamic lighting, music, ambient sound, handouts, automated character sheets, and rules references. Players will also receive access to campaign information, character creation guidance, and session recaps through Discord. My games emphasize meaningful choices, clear encounter information, and a balance between roleplay, investigation, exploration, and tactical combat. NPCs respond to the party’s decisions, and Willowshore will change as the campaign progresses. Combat will follow the Pathfinder 2e rules closely, with an emphasis on teamwork, positioning, preparation, and creative problem-solving. I will explain unfamiliar rules when they arise and help new players understand their options without playing their characters for them. The campaign will maintain a serious supernatural-horror atmosphere while leaving room for humor, friendship, celebration, and quieter character moments. The goal is tension and investment, not constant misery.

Homebrew rules

Unless stated otherwise, games are run rules-as-written. Any table rules or adjustments will be clearly communicated during Session 0 and applied consistently.

How Burt! creates a safe table

Player comfort and trust are foundational. Session 0 will cover tone, boundaries, and expectations. Safety tools are in place, and communication is encouraged at all times. Concerns can be raised publicly or privately, and adjustments are made respectfully.