Dungeons and Dragons at its core is a game of pretend. Anything can happen at the DM's discretion. Players are removed from themselves and placed into that of a fictional character. That is what makes D&D such a beautiful game. However, sometimes something can happen in the game that shocks the player at an emotional level, offends them, or otherwise causes them to feel uncomfortable.
This was especially present during the game's early days, when it was dominated by men in a time where women really weren't seen as equal. While it isn't nearly as much as an issue now, it still prevails in a hobby that is still a majority male. In this article, I will talk about some strategies a DM and players can employ to make sure everyone at the table has a fun and comfortable time.
