THE GAME MASTER'S ROLE

<h1>THE GAME MASTER'S ROLE</h1>
<p>
  Whether this is your first time as a Game Master or you are a veteran of a
  hundred different games, Fabula Ultima requires you to fulfill some specific
  roles and duties at the table.
</p>
<p>
  Part of these have been summarized on page 26 of the Introduction chapter, but
  it's time we discuss what you'll be doing in a bit more detail!
</p>

<h2>BEFORE PLAY</h2>
<p>
  When you're getting ready for session zero — in which you will create the
  world and the Player Characters — do the following:
</p>

<ul>
  <li>
    <strong>Learn the rules.</strong> Read this book as thoroughly as you can,
    and pay special attention to the rules on <em>Checks</em>, <em>Clocks</em>,
    and <em>Conflicts</em>. During the first few sessions you might likely end
    up misremembering some stuff, and that's perfectly normal: just pause the
    game and look up the rule in question. Take your time.
  </li>
  <li>
    Encourage everyone else to learn the rules as well so that they can help you
    and make the most out of their characters.
  </li>
  <li>
    <strong>Gather inspiration.</strong> Look for pictures, music, and artwork
    that strike you as inspiring and appropriate to the tone of the game —
    character portraits, landscapes, and creatures. During the first session,
    these will help fire up everyone's imagination and creativity.
  </li>
  <li>Encourage everyone else to look for artwork and share it as well!</li>
  <li>
    <strong>Take a look at the different Classes.</strong> If you have time,
    familiarize yourself with the various character options in the book — this
    way, you will be able to help Players create their characters!
  </li>
</ul>