After registering as a DM on the server, you immediately gain the Trial DM role. As a Trial DM, you can run a variety of adventures in the server’s persistent world with some restrictions. Access to further DM privileges on the server is available via the Full DM role. Either Trial DMs or Full DMs can also obtain the Homebrew tag, allowing the ability to create and use homebrew monsters in their adventures. Below is a snapshot of DM privileges on the server:
| Privilege | Trial DM | Full DM |
|---|---|---|
| Run adventures for APL 3 to 20 | ✔ | ✔ |
| Run adventures that make sweeping changes to the setting | In collaboration with other DMs and Lore | In collaboration with other DMs and Lore |
| Run official WOTC hardcover adventures | ✘ | With a request to Lore and Rules |
| Use Fair Game monsters in adventures | ✔ | ✔ |
| Use Full DM Only monsters in adventures | ✘ | ✔ |
| Use major named NPCs in adventures | ✘ | ✔ |
| Use homebrew monsters in adventures | Requires Homebrew tag | Requires Homebrew tag |
| Predetermine T0 to T2 loot | ✔ | ✔ |
| Predetermine T3 to T4 loot | ✘ | ✔ |
| Predetermine multisession loot | ✘ | ✔ |
| Drop homebrew items and rewards | With a request to Rules | With a request to Rules |
Each privilege is further detailed later in this document. For information on how to apply for either the Full DM or Homebrew tag, see Appendix A at the end of this document.
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