Patrick W (he/him)
5.0
(8)
4 years on StartPlaying
About me
Queer Acadian guy who loves running and playing a variety of TTRPG's! My education background is in biology, but I've always loved storytelling, improv, theatre, and gaming. I've had many years of struggling with my mental health, and TTRPG's has really helped me cope and find some joy in life, and I like bringing that joy to others!
GM Style
Story-wise, I'm inspired by literature, anime, video games, my own fever dreams, and much more. I like games that are mix of whimsical, surreal, silly, chilling, epic, and heart-wrenching. I also like running games that are very character-driven. I know that might all seem like a lot, but trust me, I actually do a pretty good job with it! I strive to be inclusive of various ethnicities, sexual orientations, and gender identities when creating the setting. Play-wise, I like a good balance of combat, puzzles, and explorations, with the main focus being on the roleplaying. I'm very animated and will be making voices for all the characters, and I encourage you to do the same! (If that's not your preferred way of playing your characters or you're uncomfortable with it, then no worries, you do you!) As a Game Master, I'm generally very fair and am okay with being challenged on any rule or arbitration, although I do still have final say. I like to encourage players to get creative and think outside the box. I generally discourage meta-gaming, though I do let the little things slide. Lastly, consent is very important to me. Depending on the game, I may ask players to give me a list of soft and hard limits to make sure I don't add anything to the story that might be triggering. I want everyone that plays to have fun and feel safe!
Game Master Reviews (8)
Shane Morris
You will have an incredible DnD campaign with Patrick as your Dungeon Master. His stories and worlds are imaginative, original and layered with interesting characters and plots. Whether you are a newbie or experienced he will meet you at your level and provide a engaging and captivating experience. 5/5 10/10 would recommend booking him as your GM.
Dillon
Patrick is an awesome DM, he always has great physical humour and adds a lot of great accents to bring the story to life. His stories are always well thought out and feel as though they are believable and the characterization of each NPC makes me giggle. If you want a DM who can breathe life into any campaign, whether it's a homebrew or a classic, Patrick is the guy to call.
Jaydee M
Patrick was a lot of fun to play with! His story telling and character acting was really immersive. As a GM, he was very patient and supportive as it was my first time playing Numenera. I had a lot of questions about game play and lore. I definitely looking forward to playing with him again.
b
Patrick is a lot of fun to play with & great at keeping a balance of laughs at the table while maintaining an engaging story. I'd recommend Patrick for anyone looking for a friendly, inclusive game. We played a one-shot with a system that was new to the entire group, but he carried us through it like a total pro. From past experiences I can attest he really knows how to create an interesting campaign arc, while individual sessions strike the right mix of action and roleplay and puzzle solving!
Owen Casselman
My group wanted to branch out from TTRPGs beyond D&D so we booked Patrick for a Numenera game. I'd never played the system before, but Patrick was extremely helpful walking us through the character creation process and the core game mechanics. Our session was a lot of fun! Patrick's knowledge of the rules made combats and encounters flow quickly and dramatically. I was particularly impressed by Patrick's fun and colourful NPCs and very much enjoyed the roleplaying sections of the adventure.
Brendan C
This was our group's first time playing Numenera and we were absolutely blown away with how knowledgeable Patrick was about the setting and system! He was great at explaining things to both our more and less experienced players. In terms of active DMing, Patrick has an awesome sense of humour and is super fun, animated, and descriptive while playing the different NPCs. He has a great knack for the sort of improv that makes games feel fluid and fun. Our group had a blast!
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