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Lurk
Sometimes, even to live is an act of courage.
About the adventure
When the Master of Dun-Amar Keep left for undisclosed reasons, his minions (residing within the Keep) began fighting amongst themselves - in order to secure a better position in the hierarchy or simply to dispose of a particular rival. Players who sign up for this 1 shot play as their favourite CR2 or CR3 creature from any D&D sourcebook (2014 or 2025). Use the creature's stat-page and embody the personality you envision residing in its twisted hungry mind. The other Monsters in the Keep form groups to gain better chances, therefore, our players begin their 1 shot as allies with a common goal, but who knows how long these ties will hold... Sidenote: - Instead of playing as a "monster", you can still play as a standard PC - lvl 4, any class/race, alignment: evil or chaotic
$12.50
/ Session
Details
Once / Sunday – 10:00 AM UTC
Aug 3
Session Duration / 2.5–3.5 hours
0 / 5 Seats Filled
GAME MASTER
IvanGMT
he/him
4.9
(28)
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
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Meet the Game Master
4.9
(28)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
21 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Rule of Cool
Average response time: 1 hour
Response rate: 92%
About me
Tabletop games open the possibility for great experiences. If done right, they can be deeply fulfilling and meaningful. I've read plenty of highly rated fantasy books, seen just about every relevant fantasy movie and read countless texts regarding myth and story-telling. All of these elements combined comprise my GM fuel which allows me to give players a strong ''theatre of the mind'' experience and create moments where they can let their inner creativity manifest. I have been actively GM-ing since 2019, the longest campaign lasted 3 years (bi-weekly schedule). I have had players of all ages at my table, still friends with plenty of them to this day. My favourite, fantasy writers: Joe Abercrombie & GRR Martin novels: First Law saga, Song of Ice and Fire, Witcher books, Dark tower fantasy TV series: Game of Thrones, 90's Hercules(nostalgia), fantasy movies: LoTR, 1st Jurassic Park(nostalgia) game: Witcher 2&3, God of War first trilogy, Final Fantasy 9 I prefer the stories we tell at the table to be in the vain of gritty fantasy while maintaing a degree of humour which works well within a darker setting. I highly enjoy giving players plenty of freedom. If they want to ignore the main quest and instead rally all the hyenas in a neighbouring savannah, announce themselves supreme beast-masters to the neighbouring kingdoms, then lead the gargantuan host of hyenas and storm the white walls of Minas Tirith? I'm all for that.
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Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Storytelling
Rule of Cool
Adam
New review
Played 4 sessions
This was my first game playing with IvanGMT. What a fantastic story teller! I have to say, this was the most impressed I have ever been with a 1 shot game on startplaying.games. We decided to use theatre of the mind for Daggerheart combat and I was amazed at how much more cinematic the combat felt. I literally felt like I was watching a blockbuster swashbuckling pirate movie in my head. IvanGMT ensured that all players got appropriate time to shine while pushing the narrative forward. The use of musical queues was also a nice touch. He did a great job of communicating both the mechanics of how the game worked, and also the potential consequences of our antics. I will be looking forward to another game with this game master in the future and will be recommending his tables to friends!
Mr. Apocalypse
Played 4 sessions
Ivan is, without a doubt, one of my favorite Game Masters around. His games are consistently inventive, filled with fresh ideas and unexpected twists that keep players on their toes. He has a real talent for improvisation and rolling with the punches, making every session feel alive and responsive to player choices. What really sets Ivan apart is the way he allows players to shine. He creates space for character development, clever ideas, and bold moves—always encouraging creativity and rewarding roleplay. He’s also incredibly fair, with a solid grasp of the rules that keeps everything balanced while still leaving room for cinematic moments. Most importantly? His games are just plain fun. Whether you're a seasoned player or brand new, you’ll leave the table already looking forward to the next session. Highly recommended.
Derek
Played 2 sessions
Excellent and creative adventure! Ivan involves the players very well and improvs without missing a beat. I highly recommend joining one of his games!
Calvin
Played 2 sessions
Ivan has a great mindset when incorporating players into the game. His impressive creativity shined throughout the entire adventure.
Pompo
Played 2 sessions
Nice mix of cooperative storytelling and creative roleplaying.
Adem_Ant
Played 2 sessions
The DM was a great and really allowed creativity when it came to combat and scenarios, and would definitely play again
Character creation
Creating your character
Use the stat-block of your chose CR2 or CR3 monster. If anything is unclear, feel free to message me.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
- you will need Discord (by signing up you receive an invite to a private Chanel - where play will take place) - a lvl 1 character sheet: any ancestry & class (I can send you a pre-generated sheet) - and most of all, you'll need to bring your imagination
What IvanGMT brings to the table
A theatre of the mind experience with ambient sounds & occasional music.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How IvanGMT creates a safe table
Feel free to message me regarding any topics concerning the this 1 shot.
