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5 Star GM (Scott Bot)

5 Star GM (Scott Bot) (he/him)

5.0

(15)

2 years on StartPlaying

138 games hosted

Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, Voices

About me

Hey Team! I'm Scott, a lifelong GM and Pathfinder 2 enthusiast. I'm a pro GM that started the Reno Pathfinder Society. I achieved 5 star GM status with Paizo publishing and have run hundreds of sessions of face to face, all inclusive gaming. I've written multiple campaigns (unpublished) and enjoy running entire Lv 1-20 adventures. I encourage great RP and am always looking forward to rolling initiative. My games are pretty legit with very few house rules. I do strive for smooth encounters and everyone getting their time in the spotlight. New players or veterans, fun times await!

GM Style

My GM style is efficient and smooth. I'm all inclusive and look for opportunities for characters to shine. I enjoy good RP but am definitely more combat focused. If you enjoy Rules As Written you'll find it at my table but I'm not afraid to let the fun factor be the decider. Player choices matter, from obscure feats to combat decisions, it's your game. I've run hundreds of one shots but really enjoy the long campaign. I will do 'voices' but it's not my strength. Giving players all the info they need to make decisions, that's my strength. Roll for Initiative!

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Game Master Reviews (15)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Storytelling

Creativity

Voices

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Lucio

Played 2 sessions

Scott was a great GM, he helped me get oriented and spent considerable time helping me build my character. He's a very experienced GM who provides excellent visual aids and rewards players for creative strategies. I would wholeheartedly recommend him to others who are looking for a premium gaming experience.

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Pete

Played 16 sessions

Scott's enthusiasm is infectious! He sets the scene extremely well, draws you in and at the conclusion of events, both large and small, he hits you with an epic recap to get your right back into gear! He is a fair GM, but he will test your party. Despite that, he is great for beginners as well. He also is makes it very easy to roleplay your PC and allows you to develop your own personality and story based on the actions you take in game and with your PC's background. Engaging GM, Fun NPC's, Monsters fight like monsters, what more can you ask for? Definitely recommended.

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Paul

Played 73 sessions

This guy, he gets it. I've long wanted a gm who can guide players, but with the right person be a good antagonist/foil. He does it well with my playstyle, gives as good as he gets. Great sense of humor as well, which to me trumps about everything else. I know he runs a home game, and honestly, they are lucky to have him. Good dude. As far as a GM? Doesn't pull many punches but it open to player creativity and get's excited about players coming up with something he didn't see coming. Players can do far, far worse than have this fellow run a game for you. Trust me I know, I've had only a handful of GM's I would consider top shelf and he is right up there. I look forward to Saturday night every week.

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Rodger

Played 2 sessions

I started playing Pathfinder to learn the system as I prepare to run games in it myself. As a DM, I have pretty high standards. Scott has been an absolute pleasure to play with. He is very knowledgeable of the rules, fair, and really wants his players to have a good time. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed playing in his games and will do so again!

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Jessica

Played 32 sessions

Scott is an excellent GM! I am still very new to Pathfinder and Scott has been so encouraging and informative by providing additional story/details for me to work with. His use of visual aids, sounds/music, and of course his creative voices for the characters make the game so much fun. I am so grateful to experience having Scott as a GM for myself and friends, and would highly recommend him to anyone, regardless of their level of understanding of the game! He will provide you with more than enough support, room for creativity, patience, AND challenge as you navigate your way through the adventure!

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Troy

Played 31 sessions

Scott makes things fun. Allows the players to get into their roles and have fun.

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