How to prepare

I'll be hosting the players via Discord and maps via Owlbear Rodeo, with premade characters provided. Therefore, players will need the following: -A stable internet connection -A Discord account -To join the Discord server prior to Session 0 -A way to participate in Discord text chat (if this isn't feasible for disability reasons, please give me a heads-up so I can accommodate) -A microphone to participate in Discord voice chat (if this isn't feasible for disability reasons, please give me a heads-up so I can accommodate) -A webcam for video chat (optional, you're not required to show your face) -The ability to complete a Google survey -The ability to join an Owlbear room -Dice (optional, my Owlbear room has virtual dice enabled)

What I provide

I will provide a Discord server to host text, voice, and video chat -- including side channels in case a player and I need to discuss something in secret during gameplay. Premade character sheets will be provided. I also have an Owlbear Rodeo 2.0 account, which will include custom maps + tokens, virtual dice, and an initiative tracker. Oh, and I also have the ruleset for Apocalypse Keys. But most importantly, I'll be doing my best to make sure everyone is having a good time (with the likely exception of the characters)

Gameplay details

Before the session I'll send out a Google form to collect anonymous information on Lines and Veils, where Lines are topics players don't want featured in the game, and Veils are topics they'd prefer to be glossed over if they come up. We can discuss the aggregated Lines and Veils, expectations for the game, player questions, tech compatibility, and the rest of the safety tools before we start playing. But to briefly review the rest: X, N, and O are digital (can be typed in text chat, said vocally, or mimed on video chat), with the possibility of digital tokens in Owlbear Rodeo. Open Door means anyone can call a break or step away for their own wellbeing without being judged for it. Stars and Wishes mean that at the end of each session, all players will have the chance to say a Star (something they enjoyed about the session) and a Wish (something they hope for in the next session, including areas that could improve). I'm also glad to discuss concerns, including clarifying the content warnings, before the one-shot via Discord or direct message. I'll be hosting the players via Discord and maps via Owlbear Rodeo. Therefore, players will need the following: -A stable internet connection -A Discord account -To join the Discord server prior to Session 0 -A way to participate in Discord text chat (if this isn't feasible for disability reasons, please give me a heads-up so I can accommodate) -A microphone to participate in Discord voice chat (if this isn't feasible for disability reasons, please give me a heads-up so I can accommodate) -A webcam for video chat (optional, you're not required to show your face) -The ability to complete a Google survey -The ability to join an Owlbear room -Six-sided dice (optional, my Owlbear room has virtual dice enabled)

Content warnings

(none)

Safety tools used

• Lines and Veils

• Open Door

• Stars and Wishes

• X, N, and O Cards

How will character creation work

There will be seven pre-made monsters available to choose from. Players will have room for customization, and there are shared past mechanics that will happen at the beginning of the session. I'll also have the rules on hand to explain any aspects that are unclear.