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Foundry VTT: Virtual Tabletop for TTRPGs

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.

1. Web Access & Initial Setup

  1. Open foundry.mynest.love in your Web browser.
  2. Click Sign In and log in using your standard Nest passkey.
  3. Select your assigned User Profile from the campaign dropdown menu and enter your player passcode (if set by your GM).

2. Core Concepts: Worlds, Systems, and Modules

To get the most out of Foundry VTT, it helps to understand its three primary layers:

  • 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.
  • Worlds: The individual campaign instance containing scenes (maps), actors (player characters and NPCs), roll tables, and journal entries.
  • Modules: Community-created add-ons that enhance functionality (such as 3D dice animations, automation macros, UI tweaks, or map effects).

3. Running Your Own Game on The Nest

Want to run a campaign or one-shot for your gaming group on The Nest?

Important

Single-Instance Server & Admin Access Foundry VTT runs as a single service on The Nest, which means only one World (campaign) can be actively hosted at any given time.

  • Admin Password: Switching active campaign Worlds or installing new Game Systems and Modules requires the server's admin password.
  • Requesting GM Access: Reach out to an administrator on Matrix to get the administrative password and receive a quick setup overview.
  • Session Scheduling: Be sure to schedule game times with other GMs on Matrix to avoid schedule overlaps or accidental world switching during live sessions!

4. Tips for Players & GMs

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

5. Service Summary & Related Links

Component Endpoint / URL Access Method Purpose
Foundry Web UI foundry.mynest.love Web Browser Connect to active tabletop campaign worlds
Official Documentation foundryvtt.com/kb External Link Official Foundry VTT Knowledge Base and user guides

Related Nest Documentation:

  • Matrix Chat: Coordinate game night schedules with other GMs or request admin credentials.