Frederick
5.0
(18)
4 years on StartPlaying
24 games hosted
Highly rated for: Teacher, Knows the Rules, Sets the Mood
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
Like a lot of fellas my age, I started out playing Dungeons and Dragons in the 1980s. And, if you've ever seen "ET" or "Stranger Things", it was *exactly* like that (right down to the wooden paneling in the basement). Throughout the years, I've had the privilege to sit across the gaming table from some *wonderfully* knowledgeable players and game masters. And I've had an opportunity to play a wide variety of games. I'd like to pass those experiences on to others, so that they can enjoy a *really* great session at the gaming table as much as I have.
GM Style
I want my players to creatively help craft the outcome of their own game. The best games I've ever run are where a player said, "What if I..." or "Can we..." as opposed to just following along with the story line. Pre-canned adventures? Custom adventures? They're all great as long as my players are shaping the environment along the way. Who are my favorite types of players? 1) Brand new, shiny, never-played-an-RPG-before people. 2) Long-time veterans who are humble, patient, and courteous enough to play with new players.
Game platforms used
Frederick's Games
Game Master Reviews (18)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Teacher
Knows the Rules
Sets the Mood
I recently attended a seminar led by Frederick on the topic of using Foundry VTT, and I was thoroughly impressed. Frederick did an amazing job walking us through all the perks and capabilities of Foundry in a clear, engaging, and practical way. His passion for the platform was contagious, and his explanations made even the more advanced features feel approachable. Whether it was dynamic lighting, automation, module recommendations, or campaign organization, Frederick showcased each feature with real examples and helpful tips. I walked away from the seminar not only feeling more confident about using Foundry, but actually excited to dive in and apply what I learned. This seminar was incredibly valuable, especially for anyone considering moving their games to Foundry or wanting to level up their current setup. Big thanks to Frederick for such a well-structured and inspiring session!
I joined Frederick’s Foundry seminar and was very impressed with his style. He scaffolded information and had an instinct on when to check in with everyone attending. Teaching online is difficult, but he has a knack for it. Overall, I found the seminar interesting, informative, and ultimately thorough. It was worth the time spent, for sure!
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