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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Janx" data-source="post: 6016579" data-attributes="member: 8835">Expected duration of campaign is important.  Which is why I proposed considering it in terms of "how long to reach level 20".  You could alter the formula to be more open.  How long do I expect this campaign to last?   What level do I expect the party to reach?  Then do the math accordingly.I think it's a useful thing for a GM to do the math.  Find out for yourself what pacing your campaign is really driving at and compare it to your own expectations and others.It's also important to use a consistent metric. if Lanefan answers "we play once every 2 months" then that means 3 sessions in 6 months.  Which would directly contradict his statement that 1 level every 3 sessions is too fast, but one level every 6 months is OK.When defining criteria and metrics, it is important to use a consistent unit of measurement so that everybody's clear on what's being compared.Odds are good Lanefan plays frequently, hence his consternation 3 sessions per level.  I think by having the discussion and comparison, GMs can better anticipate player reaction.What if Lanefan does play once every 2 months?  Is it reasonable that the players level up once in 6 months?  Do a majority of players accept that, or do they find it is too slow due to the frequency and drop out?</blockquote>