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Run a live session

Run a live session

GM only

Updated Oct 25, 2026

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Step 1: Open the Virtual Tabletop

From your campaign board, click VTT Quick Launch. The Virtual Tabletop opens and the stage fills the screen.

The toolbar sits over the stage. You will use it for every in-session action.

Step 2: Find your way around the toolbar

The toolbar holds all in-session controls. On a narrow screen it collapses to a Tools button; click it to expand the full toolbar.

The toolbar contains the following controls:

  • Select Tool, Move Tool, Target Tokens
  • Ping Tool, Draw Tool, Ruler Tool
  • Fog Tool, wall tools, and Lighting Tools (GM only)
  • Dice controls

Step 3: Learn the map and area tools

Each button in the toolbar activates one tool. The tools available during a session are:

  • Draw Tool - draws shapes on the map to mark paths or areas.
  • Ruler Tool - measures distances between two points on the map.
  • Ping Tool - draws attention to a specific location on the map.
  • Fog Tool - adds fog of war using different shapes. Available to the GM only.

Step 4: Check the session panel and start the session

The panel in the top left shows the campaign name, its next scheduled session, and an avatar for each person at the table. Player avatars appear beside yours as they join.

When you are ready, click START SESSION below the avatars. This starts the session for everyone at the table.

Step 5: Roll dice during the session

Open the dice controls on the toolbar. Left-click a die to add it to your roll. Right-click a die to clear it.

Once you have selected your dice, choose a visibility option before rolling:

  • Roll to Self - only you see the result.
  • Roll to Self + GM - you and the GM see the result.
  • Roll to All - everyone at the table sees the result.