A reference for people doing RL scenes and play and things they might want to negotiate. Inspired by a list taught at a negotiation and communication class at my local dungeon.

Before you negotiate a scene with someone, check yourself.

• Are you in a positive frame of mind?
• H.A.L.T. Am I hungry, angry, lonely, tired?
• Is my judgement impaired somehow be it from alcohol, drugs, or simply lack of sleep?

People:

• Does anyone else need to consent to this negotiation? (Another partner,

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