Develop a TTRPG Campaign Setting for Kids

When it comes to tabletop RPGs, one of my passions is making them accessible and exciting for new players—especially kids. That’s what Guardians of Gettica is all about: a kid-friendly subsetting designed to introduce younger players to the hobby, while giving them room to play, explore, and be the heroes of their own story.

Guardians of Gettica is built around a simple idea: in this world, kids and elders are the only ones who can see the Frights—mysterious creatures that feed on fear and cause chaos. Everyone else thinks the Guardians are just a harmless youth club, but in truth, they’re the realm’s secret protectors.

This framework has a lot of flexibility built in—it can slot into any campaign setting you’re already using, whether that’s the Forgotten Realms or your own homebrew world. My approach has been to simplify rules and mechanics to keep the game engaging and accessible for younger players, while focusing on imagination and collaborative storytelling instead of complex mechanics or endless combat.

The next step? Opening up the project to all of you. I’ve decided to start a series of live streams to continue refining this setting. During these live streams, I’ll be working directly with the feedback from the playtests we’ve been running, but I’ll also be inviting your ideas and suggestions. The first live session is set for Monday, July 24th, 2023, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time. If you’re on the mailing list, you’ll get the link to join in. If you can’t make it live, the recordings will be up on the channel so you can watch and share your ideas anytime.

For me, this is about building something together—creating a world that feels safe, fun, and empowering for kids to dive into. And while I’m the one leading the project, I really want this to be a collaborative effort. If you’ve got ideas, I’d love to hear them. If you’ve got feedback, I’d love to read it. Because that’s how we make something truly special—together.

So if you’re a parent, a game master, or just someone who loves the idea of bringing kids into the world of role-playing games, I’d love for you to join us. Let’s make something amazing.

Cheers,
Brian