In Realm VTT, you can create Canvas Scenes to quickly sketch out basic maps. This is an essential tool for GMs who need to improvise a dungeon or terrain layout on the fly when a pre-made map isn't ready.
While we plan to expand this with multiple aesthetic styles in the future, the current version features a clean, Old-School (OSR) style with customizable background colors.
What makes Canvas Scenes truly unique is the ability for both GMs and Players to draw on the scene. This is perfect for old-school style adventuring where a designated player acts as the "mapper," documenting the party's progress through the dungeon in real-time.
Open the Scenes Tab: Click on New Scene from the Left Drawer.
Select Canvas Scene: Give your scene a name and select the Canvas Scene type.
Configure Your Grid: Choose a size (up to 100x100 cells) and pick your preferred background color.
Start Drawing! Once inside, you can begin laying out your dungeon immediately.
The drawing interface is designed for speed and precision. Use these tools to build your map:
Walls: Click the purple Wall button on the right.
Snap-to-Grid: Default behavior for straight lines.
Restrict Direction: Hold Shift to lock to a specific axis.
Free-hand: Press "S" to draw organic shapes.
Note: Walls automatically include Line of Sight (LoS) properties.
Doors & Windows: Select the respective icon and draw anywhere. These tools automatically snap-to-grid and will auto-replace walls when drawn over them.
Erase & Edit: Use the Erase tool to click and delete specific segments.
Undo/Redo: Made a mistake? Use Ctrl/Cmd-Z to undo or Shift-Cmd-Z to redo your last action.
Access the Settings (top-right button) to fine-tune your scene:
Resize: Expand or shrink the canvas as the adventure grows.
Color Palette: Change the background color at any time.
Player Controls: Toggle the ability for Players to draw on the map to suit your table's playstyle.