Juan Rodriguez

he/him

Timezone

America/los Angeles

About Juan Rodriguez

Hi, I’m Juan, a Los Angeles–based Game Master with around a decade of experience running tabletop adventures. I started on Roll20 and now primarily use FoundryVTT to bring my worlds to life with immersive visuals, quick pacing, and plenty of player interaction. Most of my work has been in Dungeons & Dragons 5e, though I’ve also run Pathfinder 2e and Monster of the Week. I specialize in character driven storytelling wrapped in epic adventures, blending moments of humor, heart, and the occasional darkness to create memorable experiences for every table. I favor Roleplay heavy, player driven campaigns with fast, engaging combat and a tone that encourages both laughter and emotional investment. My settings range from a heavily homebrewed Forgotten Realms and Humblewood though lately I've branched out to fully original worlds that grow alongside the players’ choices. Whether you’re brand new to TTRPGs or a seasoned adventurer, my goal is to create a welcoming, flexible environment where players feel free to explore, experiment, and tell amazing stories together.

At a glance

4 years on StartPlaying

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When I'm not running games I'm...

Playing in them! I'm a big fan of games of all sorts, video or otherwise. I love to get immersed in a setting and just go deep.

How Juan Rodriguez runs games

Expect a mix of laughter, drama, and chaos (sometimes all in the same scene, lol). My games lean heavily into roleplay and character moments, giving players plenty of space to explore who their heroes really are (and occasionally make terrible decisions in the name of story 👀). Combat at my tables is fast-paced and cinematic, designed to feel like you’re in an action movie where clever ideas and teamwork matter more than rules lawyering. In my games you'll face tough choices, dramatic stakes, and some ridiculous npc that you'll get way too attached to for some reason. And world in my campaigns tend to be player driven, I want your choices to matter and reshape the story. I love weaving your backstories and ideas directly into the plot, turning personal character arcs into fun and engaging quests. Tone wise? You should expect humor with heart: lots of jokes and fun, but also the freedom to get serious when the dice (and emotions) demand it. Whether you’re brand new or a veteran adventurer, you’ll find a welcoming table where creativity thrives, everyone gets a spotlight moment, and the rule of cool reigns supreme.

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My games focus on...

As a DM, I focus on epic, character-driven storytelling fueled by the Rule of Cool. My goal is to make you feel like the hero of your own legend in a supportive, creative space where every moment is fun, cinematic, and uniquely yours.