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Start a Session

Enter Play Mode to run your game session.

Prerequisites

  • A module with at least one map
  • Tokens placed on the map (optional but recommended)

Steps

  1. Open your campaign
  2. Go to the Modules tab
  3. Find your module in the modules table
  4. Click the Play button in the module’s row

You’re now in Play Mode.

Play Mode Interface

Play Mode

Play Mode has a different layout:

  • Header - Navigation and display controls
  • Left Sidebar - Monsters and maps
  • Main Area - Tactical map view
  • Bottom Panel - Session notes

Initial Setup

When you enter Play Mode:

  1. Select the starting map from the sidebar
  2. Position PC tokens on the map
  3. Open the Player Display (if using second screen)
  4. You’re ready to play!

Quick Start Options

Add PCs Button

Click Add PCs to place all campaign player characters on the map at once.

Add Token Button

Click Add Token to quickly add a monster from the catalog.

Ending the Session

Click End Session in the header to:

  • Save all notes
  • Preserve token positions
  • Return to the module dashboard

Tips

  • Enter Play Mode before players arrive to set up
  • Use Blackout mode while positioning tokens
  • Save session notes as you play

See Also