Find Your Party šŸŽ² How to Get Your First Table on SPG

Find Your Party šŸŽ² How to Get Your First Table on SPG

New to DMing on StartPlaying? Learn how to go from zero to booked with tips fast! Gain a new tools and skills to use on all your SPG listings!

TYPE

One-Shot

SYSTEM

Game Master Workshop

LANGUAGE

English

EXPERIENCE

Open to all

AGE

All Ages
READY TO START
Free

Details

Once / Saturday - 7:00 PM UTC

Aug 9

Session Duration / 2–2.5 hours

41 / 45 Seats Filled

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Meet your party members

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About the adventure

Have you been on SPG for a while with no luck at getting a game going? Fear not! With this workshop you'll learn how to go from zero players to a fully booked table—step by step. This 2-hour presentation workshop is built for new and aspiring GMs on StartPlaying who are ready to fill their first table. We’ll walk through the strategies and tools that actually work—no fluff, just actionable advice to help you start strong. ~~ What We’ll Cover ~~ ✨ Crafting a compelling GM profile āœļø Writing game ads that attract the right players šŸ‰ Understanding the power of player reviews (and how to get them!) šŸŽ² Exploring new systems to grow your reach šŸ§™ā€ā™‚ļø How to take part in StartPlaying-hosted events šŸ—”ļø Why practice games are the key to confident launches šŸŽ“ How to RETAIN your players You’ll leave this session with a clearer direction, a stronger presence on the site, and real tools to land your first players.

Game themes

Meet the Game Master

5.0

(58)

LGBTQ+
Hispanic/Latinx
Teacher/Educator
Voice Actor
Women/Femme Identifying

2 years on StartPlaying

160 games hosted

Highly rated for: Voices, Creativity, Teacher

Average response time: 7 hours

Response rate: 100%

About me

Ay yo it's Ace! As your Dungeon Master, I am dedicated to creating a fully immersive experience that brings our game to life. With my passion for voice acting and character development, I am able to breathe life into every NPC that you encounter on your journey. But it's not just about me and my characters - I also believe in incorporating the players and their backstories into the fabric of the world we are building together. Whether it's a small nod to a character's past or a full-fledged storyline that ties in with a player's personal quest, I am committed to making sure that everyone's story is woven seamlessly into the larger tapestry of our game. With a deep knowledge of the game mechanics and a penchant for improvisation, I am able to create memorable encounters that challenge and engage players at every turn. And with my dedication to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment, I am committed to making sure that everyone feels comfortable and empowered to bring their best selves to the game. So join me on a journey through a world of magic and adventure, where the only limit is our collective imagination. Let's create something truly special together!

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Character creation

Creating your character

This is a workshop! There are no characters!

What to expect

Preparing for the session

Bring your undivided attention and maybe a notebook! We'll be covering a lot so you may have questions. Not to worry! We'll have breaks to have Q+A sessions.

What Ace A. brings to the table

With years of GM experience and a background in onboarding and training, I bring structured guidance, practical advice, and proven strategies to help you confidently launch your first game on StartPlaying.

Equipment needed to play

Internet

Computer

Microphone

Safety

How Ace A. creates a safe table

This is a workshop, but I will be reviewing safety tools I find helpful in my own games.

Content warnings

Safety tools used

Frequently asked questions