GMs, how have you used ChatGPT to help run your games?
GMs, how have you used ChatGPT to help run your games?
ChatGPT has been a lifeline for me as a GM with little spare time to prep and far too grand ambitions for the scale and scope of (D&D) campaign I want to run. I'm curious how other GMs have found ChatGPT and similar AI tools useful or helpful in running their own games. I'll share my own workflow below as a comment, and I hope others find it useful. I'm especially interested in any ChatGPT prompts you have found worthwhile, and you can see some of my own prompts in the examples I'll share shortly.
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I've used chatGPT at the table as a suped up generator during games. I will usually tweak and change things it gives me to fit better with what i had planned, but it actually works pretty well, especially since you can feed it context and ask it to generate things that specifically fit with the current scenario
I'm fascinated to hear you actually use it during a session! Can you give an example of what that looks like? I can't imagine it without majorly interrupting play personally, so I'd love to hear more about how you make that work
I use it as a generator during play. I will essentially feed it context and ask it to generate something for me. I used it mostly last when i ran my spelljammer game over the holiday season, so its been a bit, but usually it would look something like:
"Generate me 10 examples of elven captains in the royal elven navy suitable for a spelljammer campaign, include their level, class, personality, name, and physical description."
I can get as specific as needed for whatever i'm looking for, such as "give me the names of 10 creatures that might reside within the inky blackness of space, but regularly visits the phlogiston in a spelljammer campaign"
That said, i'm a quick typer, so i can type something out like that while people are talking and bullshitting around the table without issues. Of the responses given back, i'll usually choose one to be whatever i'm looking for. At the end of the day, its not really any more disruptive than looking through my notes for something i already have prepared.
I went ahead and went over and ran that same query example (the captains one) i mentioned above right now and got:
Name: Captain Arannis Starweaver
Level: 10
Class: Bladesinger (Wizard/Fighter)
Personality: Pragmatic and disciplined, Arannis is a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of arcane arts and swordplay. He values order and efficiency, always seeking the most effective solutions to challenges.
Physical Description: Tall and lithe, with flowing silver hair and piercing blue eyes. Arannis wears shimmering blue and silver robes adorned with intricate elven designs.
Name: Captain Lyariel Windrider
Level: 8
Class: Storm Sorcerer
Personality: Spirited and adventurous, Lyariel embodies the untamed spirit of the storm. She is known for her daring maneuvers and swift decision-making. Quick to smile and joke, she has a charismatic and magnetic personality.
Physical Description: With wild, wind-swept auburn hair and stormy gray eyes, Lyariel carries an aura of energy and anticipation. She wears a tailored uniform that adapts to the changing winds, adorned with storm-themed jewelry.
Name: Captain Thalaniel Frostwhisper
Level: 12
Class: Cold Domain Cleric
Personality: Wise and serene, Thalaniel is a calming presence among the crew. He has an innate understanding of the powers of ice and frost, using them to both heal and defend. He is highly empathetic and always seeks diplomatic solutions.
Physical Description: With a pale complexion, long silver hair, and serene blue eyes, Thalaniel exudes an air of otherworldly grace. He wears a pristine white uniform with frost motifs and carries an intricately carved staff.
Name: Captain Erevan Nightshade Level: 9
Class: Shadow Monk
Personality: Mysterious and stealthy, Erevan is a master of shadow manipulation and subterfuge. He prefers to strike swiftly and silently, always staying one step ahead of his enemies. He is reserved but fiercely loyal to his crew.
Physical Description: Erevan has obsidian-black hair, piercing violet eyes, and a lean, agile build. He wears a dark, form-fitting uniform with a cloak that seems to blend seamlessly into the shadows.
Name: Captain Seraphina Sunfire
Level: 11
Class: Sun Soul Monk
Personality: Radiant and compassionate, Seraphina draws her power from the celestial sun. She is a beacon of hope and positivity, inspiring her crew with her unwavering dedication to justice and the defense of the weak.
Physical Description: Seraphina has golden-blonde hair, vibrant amber eyes, and a serene smile. She wears a flowing white and gold uniform with intricate sun-shaped patterns and wields a radiant quarterstaff.
Name: Captain Thranduil Windwhisper
Level: 10
Class: Fey Pact Warlock
Personality: Enigmatic and enchanting, Thranduil has made a pact with a powerful fey entity. He possesses an uncanny connection to nature and uses his eldritch abilities to manipulate the elements. He often speaks in riddles and loves to share tales of the Feywild.
Physical Description: With flowing emerald-green hair, emerald eyes, and ethereal grace, Thranduil appears almost otherworldly. He wears a mix of forest green and earth-toned garments, adorned with intricate nature-themed jewelry.
Name: Captain Lirel Winterthorn
Level: 7
Class: Oath of the Ancients Paladin
Personality: Noble and valiant, Lirel is dedicated to protecting the natural order and the elven realms
from any threats. She upholds the tenets of her oath with unwavering devotion, radiating an aura of tranquility and vitality that uplifts those around her. Lirel possesses a strong sense of justice and strives to be a beacon of hope in dark times.
Physical Description: Lirel has flowing silver hair, emerald-green eyes, and a regal bearing. She wears intricately crafted armor adorned with delicate nature motifs, and her shield bears the emblem of an ancient tree.
Name: Captain Aelorin Stormcaller
Level: 13
Class: Tempest Domain Cleric
Personality: Commanding and tempestuous, Aelorin wields the power of storms with awe-inspiring authority. His thunderous voice and fierce determination make him an imposing figure on the battlefield. Despite his fierce exterior, he is fiercely protective of his crew.
Physical Description: Aelorin stands tall with raven-black hair and storm-gray eyes that seem to crackle with electricity. He wears a storm-themed, rune-inscribed armor that glows with faint sparks of lightning.
Name: Captain Maerwyn Moonshadow
Level: 6
Class: Arcane Trickster Rogue
Personality: Agile and mischievous, Maerwyn is a master of deception and cunning. She excels in stealthy maneuvers and cunning tactics, often catching her enemies off-guard. Maerwyn has a sharp wit and enjoys playing practical jokes on her fellow crew members.
Physical Description: Maerwyn has midnight-black hair and piercing silver eyes that seem to shimmer in the moonlight. She prefers dark, form-fitting leather attire that allows for easy movement, adorned with silver accents.
Name: Captain Galadriel Starbreeze
Level: 11
Class: Archfey Pact Warlock
Personality: Graceful and enigmatic, Galadriel has formed a pact with an ancient and powerful Archfey. She possesses an ethereal aura and an uncanny ability to charm and mesmerize others. She often speaks in riddles and is known for her mysterious nature.
Physical Description: Galadriel has flowing platinum-blonde hair, luminous sapphire eyes, and an enchanting smile. She adorns herself in flowing, iridescent robes that shimmer with moonlit hues, and her staff is intricately carved with fey symbols.