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   - We’d love it if you used a webcam. Webcams help me gauge the table, and I find that facial expressions are nice to have. However, if you do not use a webcam, no one will ask the reason and you will not be penalized. I trust that you will use one if you can and doing so does not make you overly uncomfortable.   - We’d love it if you used a webcam. Webcams help me gauge the table, and I find that facial expressions are nice to have. However, if you do not use a webcam, no one will ask the reason and you will not be penalized. I trust that you will use one if you can and doing so does not make you overly uncomfortable.
   - We use Foundry for its exquisite (and aurally-satisfying) 3D dice roller and decent drawing tools. All you need is a web browser.   - We use Foundry for its exquisite (and aurally-satisfying) 3D dice roller and decent drawing tools. All you need is a web browser.
-  - You must roll all dice in Foundry. A special exception may be made if you have a dice cam setup that is similar to mine and doesn’t slow the game down in any way. This is on a case-by-case basis, and in order to be considered for this exception you must have attended at least 4 sessions.+  - You must roll all dice in Foundry or in the #rolls channel of the Discord. A special exception may be made if you have a dice cam setup that is similar to mine and doesn’t slow the game down in any way. This is on a case-by-case basis, and in order to be considered for this exception you must have attended at least 4 sessions.
   - We use Google Sheets for character sheets. You must keep your sheets updated at all times.   - We use Google Sheets for character sheets. You must keep your sheets updated at all times.
   - If you are unfamiliar with any of the technology being used, let the DM know.   - If you are unfamiliar with any of the technology being used, let the DM know.
   - You’ll need a copy of the Player’s Handbook (PHB). The Dungeon Master’s Guide (DMG) is also recommended, since many of the game’s rules are located in that tome. We also use spells and magic items from Unearthed Arcana (UA), but you don't need your own copy. For info on rulebooks and where to get them, see [[https://demonidol.com/rulebooks_guide|Demon Idol's Rulebooks Guide]]. We do not use OSRIC rules.   - You’ll need a copy of the Player’s Handbook (PHB). The Dungeon Master’s Guide (DMG) is also recommended, since many of the game’s rules are located in that tome. We also use spells and magic items from Unearthed Arcana (UA), but you don't need your own copy. For info on rulebooks and where to get them, see [[https://demonidol.com/rulebooks_guide|Demon Idol's Rulebooks Guide]]. We do not use OSRIC rules.
-  - Being bummed that your character is paralyzed/charmed/dead is understandable. Being whiny/mean/uncool with other players about it is not okay. The DM is a player.+  - Being bummed that your character is paralyzed/charmed/dead is understandable. Being meanuncool, or extremely whiny with other players about it is not okay. The DM is a player.
   - The final word is **sportsmanship**.   - The final word is **sportsmanship**.
  
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 If you don't message the DM, the DM will assume that you have decided against playing for now. If you don't message the DM, the DM will assume that you have decided against playing for now.
  
-When first joining the campaign, you will be allowed up to 3 characters in your stable. After some time – typically real-life months of play and some success at the game – the DM may raise your limit. When rolling your characters in Foundry, make sure to post a message in chat before making any “test rolls” or rolling for fun. That way, it’s clear which rolls are your “real” rolls and there isn’t any uncertainty.+When first joining the campaign, you will be allowed up to 3 characters in your stable. After two real-life months of play and some success at the gamethe DM may raise your limit to 5 characters. When rolling your characters in Foundry, make sure to post a message in chat before making any “test rolls” or rolling for fun. That way, it’s clear which rolls are your “real” rolls and there isn’t any uncertainty.
  
 You must use our official character sheet, though you may modify it to suit your preferences. You must use our official character sheet, though you may modify it to suit your preferences.
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