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Sorry if I'm not using the correct terms here. First time posting and just signed up. I am wondering if, as a GM, I can also play a character in my game? Or am I restricted to just running the game as a GM?
That's an entirely social question. As GM, you have unrestricted control of all entities in the game. If you want to create a character and play it, nothing on Roll20 will prevent you from doing that.
It would be very similar to trying the same thing at a traditional tabletop. If you can make it work around the kitchen table, you should be able to do so at the virtual table.
Cutter said: GMPCs (a PC run by the GM) are not very popular. :o) At some tables, this is true. Others often use them as tools for exposition, or to give gentle nudges when the PCs are at a loss for direction. YMMV.
I tend to have small groups and thus do this often. As long as the DMPC isnt calling shots and running the game it works out fine. I roleplay them as if they have no knowledge and do anything intelligence based with dice rolls and only if the regular PC's are stuck. Never been an issue.
keithcurtis said: At some tables, this is true. Others often use them as tools for exposition, or to give gentle nudges when the PCs are at a loss for direction. YMMV. Or when no player wants to play the healer...
