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56 lines
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# Foundry VTT: Virtual Tabletop for TTRPGs
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**Foundry Virtual Tabletop (VTT)** is a subscription-free virtual tabletop for playing tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, Call of Cthulhu, and more. Hosted directly on **The Nest**, Foundry provides interactive maps, dynamic lighting, integrated character sheets, soundscapes, and real-time multiplayer collaboration.
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## 1. Web Access & Initial Setup
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1. Open **[foundry.mynest.love](https://foundry.mynest.love)** in your Web browser.
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2. Click **Sign In** and log in using your standard Nest passkey.
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3. Select your assigned **User Profile** from the campaign dropdown menu and enter your player passcode (if set by your GM).
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## 2. Core Concepts: Worlds, Systems, and Modules
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To get the most out of Foundry VTT, it helps to understand its three primary layers:
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* **Game Systems:** The underlying rules engine (e.g., *D&D 5e*, *Pathfinder 2e*, *Alien RPG*). Systems define character sheet statistics, automated combat rolls, and rules calculations.
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* **Worlds:** The individual campaign instance containing scenes (maps), actors (player characters and NPCs), roll tables, and journal entries.
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* **Modules:** Community-created add-ons that enhance functionality (such as 3D dice animations, automation macros, UI tweaks, or map effects).
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## 3. Running Your Own Game on The Nest
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Want to run a campaign or one-shot for your gaming group on The Nest?
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> [!IMPORTANT]
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> **Single-Instance Server & Admin Access**
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> Foundry VTT runs as a single service on The Nest, which means **only one World (campaign) can be actively hosted at any given time**.
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> * **Admin Password:** Switching active campaign Worlds or installing new Game Systems and Modules requires the server's admin password.
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> * **Requesting GM Access:** Reach out to an administrator on Matrix to get the administrative password and receive a quick setup overview.
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> * **Session Scheduling:** Be sure to schedule game times with other GMs on Matrix to avoid schedule overlaps or accidental world switching during live sessions!
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## 4. Tips for Players & GMs
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* **Hardware Acceleration:** Foundry uses WebGL to render dynamic lighting, fog of war, and canvas effects. Ensure **Hardware Acceleration** is turned **ON** in your browser settings (`chrome://settings` or Firefox settings) for smooth performance.
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* **Recommended Devices:** While mobile devices can technically access the web interface, a desktop, laptop, or tablet with a dedicated mouse/trackpad is strongly recommended for managing map vision and token navigation.
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* **Performance Tuning:** If you experience lagging or high fan noise, lower the **Maximum Frame Rate** or disable soft shadows under **Settings → Configure Settings → Core Settings**.
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* **Audio & Video Setup:** Foundry includes native browser WebRTC for audio and video calls. Be sure to grant camera and microphone permissions when prompted by your browser, or hop in a room in Matrix!
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## 5. Service Summary & Related Links
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| Component | Endpoint / URL | Access Method | Purpose |
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| **Foundry Web UI** | [foundry.mynest.love](https://foundry.mynest.love) | Web Browser | Connect to active tabletop campaign worlds |
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| **Official Documentation** | [foundryvtt.com/kb](https://foundryvtt.com/kb/) | External Link | Official Foundry VTT Knowledge Base and user guides |
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### Related Nest Documentation:
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* **[Matrix Chat](../communication-and-security/matrix.md):** Coordinate game night schedules with other GMs or request admin credentials.
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