Campaign Framework Templates

Ready-to-use templates for the Campaign Generation Framework. Copy and customize for your campaign.

Core Templates

Campaign Level

• Campaign Pitch - One-page pitch to excite players
• Campaign Bible - Master reference document
• Starting Scenario - Player-facing introduction
• Quick Start Kit - Minimal templates to begin playing

Module Level

• Module Overview - General module planning
• Module: Mystery - Investigation adventures
• Module: Dungeon - Exploration & combat
• Module: Heist - Planning & execution
• Module: Political - Intrigue & factions
• Module: Horror - Suspense & fear

Session Level

• Session Outline - 8-step prep process
• Quick NPC Reference - Tonight’s NPCs at a glance
• Clue Tracker - Information flow management

Character Management

• Character Integration - Session Zero party building
• PC Arc Tracker - Individual character development
• Major NPC Tracker - Detailed NPC profiles

World Building

• World Overview - Campaign setting foundation
• Region Overview - Detailed area description
• Faction Template - Power group details

Organization Tools

• Document Tracker - Master documentation index (Excel-friendly!)

Quick Start Guide

New DMs - Start Here:

1. Quick Start Kit - Everything you need in one place
2. Campaign Pitch - Get player buy-in
3. Session Outline - Prep your first game

Experienced DMs - Core Set:

1. Campaign Bible - Track everything
2. Module Overview - Plan story arcs
3. Document Tracker - Stay organized

How to Use

1. Choose templates that match your style
2. Copy the template file or text
3. Replace [bracketed placeholders]
4. Remove sections you don’t need
5. Customize to fit your campaign

Storage Options

Digital Solutions

• Markdown: Obsidian, Notion, plain text editors
• Spreadsheets: Document Tracker works great in Excel/Google Sheets
• Cloud Storage: Easy sharing and backup
• Campaign Tools: Import into your preferred VTT

Physical Solutions

• Binders: Print templates on cardstock
• Sheet Protectors: For frequently updated pages
• Index Cards: Quick NPC Reference format
• Notebooks: Hand-written customization

Hybrid Approach

• Digital masters, printed references
• Tablet for prep, cards for play
• Cloud backup, physical at table

Template Categories

By Frequency of Use

Every Session: Session Outline, Quick NPC Reference
Every Module: Module Overview, Clue Tracker
Monthly: PC Arc Tracker, Document Tracker
As Needed: World building templates

By Complexity

Simple: Campaign Pitch, Quick Start Kit
Moderate: Session Outline, Module templates
Complex: Campaign Bible, Major NPC Tracker

By Purpose

Planning: Module templates, World Overview
Running: Session Outline, Quick NPC Reference
Tracking: Document Tracker, PC Arc Tracker
Reference: Campaign Bible, Faction Template

Tips for Success

1. Start small - Use only what helps
2. Iterate often - Refine templates to fit your needs
3. Stay consistent - Use the same format each time
4. Share appropriately - Some templates can be player-facing
5. Back up everything - Don’t lose your work

Remember: The best template is the one you actually use!