Bard
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About Bard
Living out my childhood dreams of playing TTRPGs and making new friends along the way! After not being able to find local games for some time, I decided to become a DM. Since 2023, I have had the joy of running 5E, PF2E, SF1E, and SF2E. I am part of the LGBTQ+ community and strive to make my games accessible and friendly for all I can. I look forward to telling new stories, laughing at new jokes, and crying new tears with each of you who give my games a shot! I refuse to use generative AI in any capacity in my games. If you choose to use it, I will not police you nor bring it up, I just do not use it myself.
At a glance
2 years on StartPlaying
30 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Beginner Friendly
$20 per session
Average response time: 12 hours
Response rate: 100%
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I became a GM because
At first it was a necessity, now it's an obsession! I love telling stories and facilitating games.
My favorite system of all Time is
Pathfinder/Starfinder 2E
When I'm not running games I'm...
Going to the gym, advocating for the LGBTQ+ community in religious spaces, studying, and working a full-time office job.
How Bard runs games
Flexible between heavy RP and combat, whatever is best for the table! I create character voices often, and if the character matters it will stick ;) I do love some good old-fashioned crunchy combat, but a little craziness here and there can be fun. If I feel that something will break the narrative, I will likely shut it down. I also tend to go for comedic and lighthearted adventures, though I can get serious when needed for the narrative.
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I deal with rules issues by...
Making a ruling that feels right for the time narratively, then I will do research.
Rules are...
Meant to be respected, but not always followed to the letter.
Bard's ideal table
I mesh well with players who like the balance of goofy, wacky gameplay that TTRPGs are known for, while still having serious, emotional story beats. If you like roleplay, I am likely a good fit for you! I also mesh well with players who leave stars and wishes after sessions; I take those seriously and will work on whatever you give me (within reason). I am also a very flexible DM when it comes to scheduling and otherwise, I appreciate when players do their due diligence in showing up to games, but I also know life happens!
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If you're into ___, you're going to love my table
Whimsical NPCs
I think it's a red flag when players...
Feel they need to be the main character of the story and step on others' toes!
My table is not the place for...
Rude behavior, mean-spirited people, people who take themselves or the game TOO seriously.
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