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Wayne Ingram

Wayne Ingram (he/him)

5.0

(23)

Streamer
Podcaster
Voice Actor

2 years on StartPlaying

455 games hosted

Highly rated for: Storytelling, Voices, Creativity

Average response time: Under 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

About me

Step Into the Story — Join My Table Looking for a D&D experience that goes beyond rolling dice? I’m Wayne, a professional Dungeon Master and actor behind Bardic Quest on YouTube, and I run immersive, story-rich Dungeons & Dragons games designed to pull you into another world and keep you there. If you want a DM who balances drama with laughter, rules with freedom, and character spotlight with party synergy, you're in the right place. Whether you're chasing a villain across planes, uncovering ancient ruins, or just trying to survive your party's antics, my goal is to make your D&D experience unforgettable. See more about my DMing style below or simply join one of my adventures—and bring your story to life.

GM Style

My games are first and foremost about storytelling—bringing worlds to life with dramatic flair, characterful NPCs, and rich narrative arcs that make your character matter. With distinctive voices, layered character portrayals, and atmospheric soundscapes. I aim to create sessions that feel more like collaborative theatre than just another dungeon crawl. I design my worlds to feel alive—full of lore to uncover, mysteries to solve, and cultures to interact with. Whether it’s forgotten ruins, political intrigue, or ancient legends hidden in plain sight, I aim to reward curiosity and reward players who want to dig deeper. If you love the feeling of discovering a world piece by piece, you’ll feel right at home at my table. Whether you're a battle-hardened veteran or just finding your feet, you'll be welcomed into a game where every player gets their moment, where choices have weight, and where fun is just as important as the fantasy. WHY PLAYERS KEEP COMING BACK Players have rated me highest for: 🎭 Storytelling 🗣️ Voices & NPC Acting 💡 Creativity 🌌 Setting the Mood What does that translate to? Games filled with drama, laughs, surprises, and depth. Expect cinematic encounters, emotionally resonant moments, and plenty of room for wild ideas and memorable character arcs. I run my games using Foundry VTT, enhanced with custom visuals, quality-of-life modules, and music to match every mood—whether you're crawling through shadowy ruins or negotiating with celestial beings. BUT DON'T JUST TAKE MY WORD FOR IT… Here are some snippets from some of the reviews of my games from here on SPG. “Wayne is such a great GM... his voices for the characters are incredible; extremely well-acted, differentiated, and engrossingly performed.” “I’ve yet to find a DM with the commitment to entertainment, suspense, and the je ne sais quoi of the game.” “Wayne manages to keep all players entertained and included at every point in the session.” HOW I RUN THE RULES I believe in using the rules as written as the foundation for consistent, fair, and respectful gameplay. Everyone at the table deserves clarity and stability when it comes to how the game works. That said, D&D is a storytelling engine—and sometimes, the rules serve best as a launchpad for unforgettable moments. I’m always open to creative solutions, cinematic choices, and rewarding clever play, so long as it’s grounded in the spirit of the game. If you want a DM who balances drama with laughter, rules with freedom, and character spotlight with party synergy, you're in the right place. Whether you're chasing a villain across planes, uncovering ancient ruins, or just trying to survive your party's antics, my goal is to make your D&D experience unforgettable. Join one of my adventures—and bring your story to life.

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Game Master Reviews (23)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Storytelling

Voices

Creativity

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Jason

Played 350 sessions

I am new to 5e .Nice table welcomes new - players...puts up with my wizard - turned physicist...and his creative if not practical scemes..... Native time zone GMT Further Been playing over a year now..in a total of three games..and still have my first wizard alive.

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Simon

Played 205 sessions

Anyone who has watched Bardic Quest on Youtube will know how good a DM Wayne is. Anyone who hasn't watched Bardic Quest on Youtube should do. It's excellent. The Wayne you see on Youtube is the Wayne you get in Start Playing. He's a terrific storyteller who enhances play with lots of different voices, digital art and atmospheric music. He's really good with new players or even veteran players who are new to 5e and online rpging.

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Tian

Played 162 sessions

Wayne checked in with me about my character ideas before I joined my first session. He was very chill and liked many parts of my setting. It was really fun and interactive to play with him too, as his laughs are mesmerising (lol). Really look forward to play with Wayne for future sessions!

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ElChapo The Taco

Played 142 sessions

I’ve played at Wayne’s tables for about 6 months now and I have to say he’s really good at what he does. Wayne always makes sure that every player is given a chance to shine and actively fosters a good role play environment by leaning into fun moments. His biggest skill though? Dealing with shenanigans! Wayne is able to maintain a healthy level of antagonism and banter with the parties in that we can make fun of each other but everyone knows where the line is which isn’t always easy to maintain.

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Darryl "Blokka" Lehane

Played 85 sessions

Wayne is one of the better Dms I have played with, is great in delaing with new players and old player's. His acting skills add a flair to his characters that helps keep your immersed in Faerun and beyond.

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AJ

Played 62 sessions

What a terrific DM! Wayne has such a wonderful approach to running a D&D session. There are so many 'stars' that I could mention, though I feel it is worth mention that Wayne manages to keep all players entertained and included at every point in the session. I'm thankful that I found this session and this DM.

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