Badger
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About Badger
"I have created and destroyed entire universes... Just. For. You." --Badger I rolled my first d20 at the age of six, and I haven't looked back since. For over 40 years, tabletop RPGs have been my passion. I took up the mantle of Game Master at twelve, and over the decades, I've guided hundreds of players across the world into realms of fantasy and adventure. I strive to cultivate a casual, open-table environment where creativity thrives. If you are a player who loves contributing to a strong narrative with heavy roleplay and rich character development, pull up a chair. Your next adventure awaits.
At a glance
3 years on StartPlaying
315 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Beginner Friendly
$20 per session
Average response time: 2 hours
Response rate: 67%
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I became a GM because
I joke that after so many years, I don't know how to do anything else! But stepping behind the screen to weave tales, paint scenes, and breathe life into characters is where I belong. I GM for the profound, enduring love of the game and of building a living, breathing world together.
My 3 systems I'd bring to a desert island would be
D&D ShadowDark Powered by the Apocalypse
When I'm not running games I'm...
I love to draw maps, and so building worlds and mapping them out is a *hobby* compulsion of mine.
How Badger runs games
I approach my games in the tradition of a classic epic—delivering a satisfying, perfectly paced blend of rich roleplay, tactical combat, and rewarding exploration. The story doesn't stop when weapons are drawn, so expect plenty of mid-battle roleplaying. When you fight, you are facing creatures with their own intelligence, drives, and survival instincts—and they will act accordingly. Beyond the battlefield, the world is layered with hidden lore, puzzles to test your wits, and complex mysteries waiting to be unraveled. I embrace a sandbox philosophy where your characters truly drive the narrative. But be warned: the world is alive. It does not wait patiently for your decisions. Events unfold outside of your purview, and the realm will react realistically to the ripples of your actions.
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My games focus on...
Character driven stories where choices are difficult and impactful to the game. NPCs respond in kind to the players choices and the sandbox type games that I run mean that NPCs and Monsters are not level dependent. Players must use their own judgement on running in the face of a more powerful foe.
Rules are...
a framework to define our world. I run a logical game where events unfold realistically based on your choices. That said, I deeply value creativity. If you want to try something cool or interesting, I'll gladly give you a chance to try.
Badger's ideal table
The ideal players for my campaigns are those who view their character sheet as a starting point, not a boundary. I want to see you bring real emotion, distinct traits, and fascinating flaws to the forefront, using them to forge authentic bonds with your fellow adventurers. When the path is blocked or the enemy attacks, I want a party that thrives on a challenge. If you rely on teamwork, sharp wits, and unique, unforeseen tactics to overcome the odds, you will find yourself richly rewarded at my table.
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If you're into ___, you're going to love my table
You craft 'real' characters by leaning into your flaws and backgrounds, and collaborate to elevate the whole party's roleplay. In danger, you are tactical problem-solvers relying on teamwork and wit. I heavily reward out-of-the-box thinking—surprise me!
I love it when a player
Creatively repurposes a spell or item to bypass an obstacle. With my decades of experience, it is a rare treat to be genuinely surprised. I absolutely love seeing players invent brilliant, out-of-the-box solutions that I've never witnessed before.
My table is not the place for...
...pure min-maxers who treat the campaign like a combat simulator. Introverted players are completely welcome, but I expect everyone to contribute to the narrative. If the only time you participate is to roll attack damage, my table won't be the right fit for you.
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