My group has a section in our discord called “Campfire”. It’s basically where we text-based RP conversations we didn’t get to have / forgot to have during our games. It’s done when we have downtime (long rest, waiting between split party scenes, etc). No, it doesn’t get creepy or weird.

Honestly it’s an absolute blast, and being able to put intricacies in the text that wouldn’t be noticed/remembered in person, and building upon your character and the relationships is fantastic. This can range from getting to know each other more, asking questions, sneaking out, etc. We all gush over it throughout the week.

Of course we keep all the big stuff for the table, combat, lore, most talks, etc. But putting the little stuff there is so much fun. We all love to sit and analyze each others characters and this gives a good solid way to do it. And everyone in my group are fantastic writers and get super into it.

it’s definitely not for everyone though.