Creating a Session

Session Types

When setting up a new session on Guild, select the appropriate session type for your game:

• Normal Sessions: Standard games open for public sign-up. (Note: Session types can always be modified later if needed).
• Planning Sessions: Sessions created without a finalized date. Players cannot claim table seats—they can only register interest.

• Private Sessions: Used exclusively for Journeyman (Level 7) or Guildmaster (Level 14) rank exams, or pre-arranged private storyline milestones. In private sessions, the Voidmaster adds each player character manually.
• Intro Sessions: Dedicated onboarding sessions tailored for newcomers who have never played TTRPGs or are new to The Void.
  • Always run at the lowest starting level (Level 1 in Pathfinder 2e / Level 3 in D&D 2024).
  • Designed with zero prerequisites—players do not need prior lore context or reading.
  • Prepare a welcoming introduction, a beginner-friendly pre-selected quest, and allow time for character creation and basic rules overviews.
  • Voidmasters aim to run at least one Intro Session each month.

Session Configuration Walkthrough

When configuring your session on Guild, configure each field as follows:

1. Choose a System (Mandatory):
   • Selecting a game system (Pathfinder 2e Remastered or D&D 2024) is required.
   • If you are open to running either system, create two separate sessions or state your flexibility clearly in the session's Discord forum thread.
2. Session Level:
   • Set the intended party level.
   • Setting the level to 0 marks the session as TBD, allowing players to express interest and negotiate a level range or quest.
   • Selecting a quest from your quest list after creating the session will automatically override the session level with that quest's designated level.
3. Player Cap:
   • Set the maximum number of players you are willing to host at your table.
4. Select a GM Character:
   • Assign one of your personal characters as the designated GM Character.
   • Your GM character receives a flat 250 XP upon completing the session, regardless of level.
   • GM characters receive no gold or loot from GM rewards (if you never play this character as a player, remember it will eventually fall behind in gold and gear).
5. Location & Google Maps:
   • Set the exact venue address.
   • Add a direct Google Maps link (search the venue on maps.google.com and click Share to copy the link).
6. Date & Arrival Window:
   • Set the date and scheduled start time.
   • Every session features an Arrival Window of the scheduled start time plus 30 minutes (e.g., 18:30 – 19:00) during which players arrive, unpack, set up sheets, and settle in.
7. Quorum & Cancellation Policy:
   • Clearly specify any minimum attendance requirements in advance (e.g., "Requires a minimum of 3 players to run").
   • This ensures games can be cancelled respectfully and in a timely manner if quorum is not reached.
8. Discord Alerts & Automated Forum Posts:
   • Click "Post message" and "New session Alert" on Guild to ping the relevant community role on Discord and spawn the session thread.
   • Users with their Discord accounts linked to Guild (including yourself) are automatically added to the session forum thread.
   • You can also use integrated Guild bot buttons to post reminders or cancellation notices directly into Discord.

Related Voidmaster Guides

• Voidmaster Guide: Central GM handbook.
• Running a Session Checklist: Pre-game, in-game, and wrap-up checklists.
• World & Quest Management: Setting up worlds, maps, and quests on Guild.
• Becoming a Voidmaster: GM XP rewards, 3-month membership perks, and onboarding.