1.1 Session 0

1.0 Start at the beginning

Session 0

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What is Session 0?
Session 0 is a setup session before you begin a new campaign that helps the GM lay out the rules and learn about what kind of game the players want to play.

Most Session 0s will include the following:
Talk about logistics
- Plan a schedule for your games and decide on any rules about no-shows (do you reschedule your game or do you run it with one person short?)
- Ensure your players are comfortable with the system you’ve chosen for your game and review any house rules you have added (or taken away.)
Set expectations
- Set expectations about your GMing style (are you harsh or nice? Funny or serious? Are there any topics that are taboo at your table?)
Create characters
- Share information about the setting to help your players create characters
- Give time for everyone to build their characters together and gather notes about their character’s backgrounds and motivations.
Build campaign
- Gather notes about your player's characters to glean ideas for your campaign.
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2.0 Creating a character map

3.0 Is it working?