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Played pathfinder for about 4 years. Am new to this site and have no clue what is going on. I just want to be a player. Am confused about a few things. While browsing "looking for groups" I noticed an application process and players have written in there character backround? Confused because how would you know the back round if you barely know the setting of game? IS the game played on this website? or do i need to download a program. I have many more questions but ill see if these gets answered to test the waters on this online community. 
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Hey Kevin L. , welcome to Roll20! To get kicked off right, I'd suggest watching our introductory video series, Introduction to Tabletop RPGs , which covers the general idea of how they are played, which game to choose and then find a group of fellow gamers. Secondly, for the Virtual TableTop itself we have a Tutorial that shows you how to use the various parts of the software. Additionally, starting your own test game to play with the controls is an excellent way of getting used to the software, and you really can't break anything I promise! Thirdly, check out the Looking For Group Tool and Looking for Group Forum daily for games that may be of interest to you. Fourth, be sure to completely fill out your User Profile . Your Bio is where you have a chance to catch a GM's eye with a well-written statement about yourself Enjoys Playing is important for two reasons: Every entry you put here is a data-point for The Orr Group Industry Report of games being played, and it lets other people looking at your profile know a bit more about you Actively Seeks Group For is where you can add yourself to the Player Directory for systems you want to play We have a wiki that grows weekly and is very much worth exploring. Feel free to ask any questions you have about Roll20 by posting in the various sub-forums on their particular topics (Don't stress about putting topics in the right sub-forums, we mods really don't mind moving topics when needed!) Happy gaming!
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Welcome to roll20 Kevin. &nbsp;I would suggest starting with this wonderful intro post found at the top of this thread ( <a href="https://app.roll20.net/forum/permalink/1693101/" rel="nofollow">https://app.roll20.net/forum/permalink/1693101/</a> ) &nbsp;That will get you started. &nbsp;As far as the backgrounds go, it's really up to the whomever is hosting the game. &nbsp;Usually there will be some intro in the games description of what is required. &nbsp;Some people may be just showing off their creativity by posting some background even if it's not asked for... &nbsp;you can always send a PM to the person running the game and ask. &nbsp;Hope this helps a little. &nbsp;Cheers update: what Silvyre said seconds before me. &nbsp;Must learn to copy/paste faser. &nbsp;;-)
Thanks for the quick response! I can sense this community is awesome already!&nbsp;