Safety Tools

Your comfort matters at The Wayward Lantern.

Dungeons & Dragons is a collaborative storytelling experience. Adventures may include danger, conflict, frightening situations, and difficult decisions, but everyone at the table deserves to feel respected and comfortable participating.

The Wayward Lantern uses several safety tools to help players communicate their boundaries and address concerns before, during, and after a session.

Lines & Veils

Before participating, players are invited to complete our Lines & Veils questionnaire.

• Lines: Subjects or situations that will not appear in the game.

• Veils: Subjects that may exist in the story but will not be described or roleplayed in detail. These scenes will fade to black or move forward.

Players are never required to explain why they have established a boundary.

The X-Card

The X-Card is a tool that allows anyone to pause or redirect the game when something becomes uncomfortable.

If something occurs during play that you would prefer to stop, simply say "X-Card" or send the DM a private message.

The scene will be stopped, adjusted, or skipped as appropriate.

No explanation is required, and players will not be asked to justify their concerns.

Open Door Policy

Players may step away from the table at any time.

Whether you need a short break, must leave early, or simply need a moment to yourself, you are welcome to do so.

If possible, please let the DM know that you are stepping away so the session can continue smoothly.

You do not need to disclose personal reasons for taking a break.

Pause and Check-In

Any player may request a pause during a session.

A pause may be used to clarify a situation, address a concern, or check whether everyone is comfortable continuing.

The DM may also pause the game when a scene becomes particularly intense.

Private Communication

Not every concern needs to be raised in front of the group.

Players may contact the DM privately through Discord or email at thewaywardlantern@gmail.com.

Concerns will be treated respectfully and discreetly. Information will be shared only when necessary to address the situation, with care taken to protect player privacy.

Respecting One Another

Safety tools work best when everyone participates in good faith.

At The Wayward Lantern, we ask players to:

• Respect the boundaries established for the table.

• Avoid pressuring others to explain personal limits.

• Accept a pause or scene adjustment without argument.

• Communicate concerns respectfully.

• Remember that everyone shares responsibility for creating a welcoming environment.

Boundaries Can Change

Consent is ongoing.

A subject that felt comfortable before a session may become uncomfortable during play. Players may establish new boundaries or revise existing ones at any time.

The goal is not to eliminate tension, danger, or dramatic storytelling. It is to make sure those experiences remain enjoyable for the people sharing the adventure.

The best adventures are built on trust, communication, and mutual respect.