Safety Tools

Stars & Wishes

Celebrate what worked, shape what's next

What Is It?

Stars & Wishes is a feedback tool typically used at the end of a session. It's a structured way to share appreciation and give constructive input.

Stars are things you loved about the session—moments that stood out, character interactions you enjoyed, GM decisions that enhanced your experience, or anything else you want to celebrate.

Wishes are things you'd like to see more of in future sessions. They're positive and forward-looking, not criticisms of what happened. "I wish we had more time to explore the town" rather than "We spent too long in combat."

Stars & Wishes builds group cohesion by regularly expressing appreciation, and helps GMs understand what their players enjoy most.

How It Works

  1. 1At the end of the session, the GM invites everyone to share Stars and Wishes.
  2. 2Go around the table (or ask for volunteers) to share one Star.
  3. 3Then go around again for Wishes.
  4. 4The GM notes the feedback and incorporates it into future sessions.

When to Use It

  • At the end of each session
  • During post-campaign retrospectives
  • When the GM asks for feedback
  • Anytime you want to show appreciation for the game

At Mostly Magic

After each game on Mostly Magic, you'll have the opportunity to leave feedback for the GM. Stars & Wishes provides a great framework for thoughtful, constructive reviews.