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BuWeiLong

BuWeiLong (he/him)

5.0

(2)

Less than a year on StartPlaying

Highly rated for: Inclusive, Creativity, Teacher

About me

When I was 10 years old a friend brought his dad's AD&D books over after school and we gave it a shot. He never seemed to want to play again, but I did. I went to "It's Your Move" in Cinderella City to get my own when I discovered TMNT and Other Strangeness. I was hooked. Over the next 30-plus years I have been GMing for friends across many systems, running story- and character-focused games across various systems including Palladium, old World of Darkness, Pathfinder 1e, FFG Star Wars, and now Marvel Multiverse. My goal is to be able to host games for those unable or hesitant to join voice or video chats but still have a desire to play.

GM Style

Generally, I like to run games with a story with a beginning, middle, and end. NPCs and PCs with goals to attain. With the combat as a tool to move the narrative forward. My one-shots and campaigns are generally constructed using a narrative similar to action movies. The rules of the book come second to what's fun, but I do stick to them in practice. I won't completely rewrite the mechanics to allow characters to accomplish whatever their players want, however, if a player comes up with a unique plan or action that their character is suited for then we'll work out a way to make the mechanics work. Generally, I want some minimal effort to be made to roleplay out an interaction before a social skill is rolled especially in important or stressful situations.

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Game Master Reviews (2)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Inclusive

Creativity

Teacher

Charles Collier avatar

Charles Collier

Inventive games with great stories. Great GM for experienced RP'er and new players wanting to expand their role playing experience. Experienced with several different game types from D&D, World of Darkness, Pathfinder, Rifts and Marvel. Inclusive and is able to create a safe game for all types of players.

Will S avatar

Will S

I have been playing tabletop games with Bill for a few years now, and it's been a fantastic experience. Whether you're new to tabletop RPGs or a seasoned veteran, I highly recommend him as a GM. He was my guide when I first learned to play, taking the time to explain rules and concepts without ever being annoyed or demeaning. One of the things I appreciate most is his encouragement of creativity. He allows the group to explore unique character ideas, and while many of mine are borderline insane, he embraces them. For instance, if you want to play a goblin cook with a gambling problem and a troubled past, he’ll say, "That’s an interesting concept! Here are some options to make that work." Additionally, Bill is adept at maintaining a positive group dynamic. He effectively keeps out any bad apples and won’t tolerate racism or negative worldviews, ensuring everyone feels welcome and safe. Overall, you will have a great time with Bill as your GM!

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