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Player Communication
How to maintain clear and professional communication before, during, and after each session.
1
Before the session
When you publish a session on Adarle20, include in the description: game system, character level, adventure tone, and approximate duration. If they need to download anything or prepare a character, communicate this in advance through the platform chat.
2
During the session
- Describe scenes clearly — highlight what players can see, hear, and do.
- Ask each player directly what their character wants to do. Don't let one player dominate.
- For online tables: confirm everyone can hear well before starting. Allow questions via chat if someone doesn't want to interrupt.
3
After the session
Spend 2-3 minutes at the end asking:
- What part did you enjoy most?
- Is there anything you'd like to see in the next session?
This information helps you improve and shows players their experience matters to you.
4
Managing expectations
Be clear about your campaign's style, tone, difficulty level, and commitment expectations. Define what happens if someone can't attend. Open communication prevents most misunderstandings — the key is setting expectations early and adjusting when the group's needs change.