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Ashley May

Ashley May (she/her)

Streamer
LGBTQ+
Neurodivergent
Women/Femme Identifying
Game Designer

1 year on StartPlaying

About me

"Everyone carries a shadow, and the less it is embodied in the individual's conscious life, the blacker and denser it is." — Carl Jung I am your Keeper of Arcane Lore, your guide into realms where candlelight flickers against damp stone and the whispers of the past echo through forgotten halls. At my table, the veil between reality and nightmare is perilously thin, and those who dare to peer beyond it may never see the world the same way again. I welcome both seasoned Investigators and those who have never before glimpsed beyond the veil. If you are new to Call of Cthulhu, fear not—though the darkness may stretch endlessly before you, I will guide your first steps. The rules exist to serve the tale, and I ensure every player, new or experienced, is drawn fully into the nightmare. All you need is the courage to press forward—though, be warned, not all who do will find their way back. I have run terrifying liveplays at GenCon and DragonCon, brought immersive horror to The Swole Initiative Network, and shared my storytelling insights on the How to Be a Better DM Podcast. Whether at a convention, a livestream, or a private table, my goal remains the same—to craft experiences that linger long after the final die is cast. Step forward into the shadows with me and uncover what darkness lies there.

GM Style

My style is deeply immersive and cinematic, weaving rich storytelling with evocative descriptions that draw you, heartbeat by heartbeat, into the dark. Role-play reigns supreme and your choices will matter—not just in how the story unfolds, but in the way the world itself reacts. Mechanically, I ensure that the system serves the story, never standing in its way. I welcome both new and veteran players, guiding those unfamiliar with Call of Cthulhu while ensuring experienced Investigators have the freedom to test their wits and willpower against the horrors lurking in the dark. At my table, you will find a game that is thrillingly haunting—unearthing tales that linger in your mind long after the final candle has flickered out.

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