Cody McGraw (he/him)
5.0
(35)
2 years on StartPlaying
323 games hosted
Highly rated for: Knows the Rules, Creativity, Inclusive
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
Just an enjoyer of pretty much anything fantasy related. Avid fan of anime, survival horror games and TTRPGs of all flavors. Like many folks, I got my start with TTRPGs back in high school and have been hooked ever since. Over the past decade my GMing style has developed to put equal focus on fast-paced, tactical combat and in-depth character roleplay. I put a strong emphasis on making my games a safe space where folks of all backgrounds can roleplay and enjoy themselves.
GM Style
I love the narrative role-play side and the crunchy tactical side of TTRPGs in equal amounts. I've always enjoyed running character-driven games where the PCs are the ones driving the story forward. I love watching my players' characters grow and leave their mark on the world. Combat-wise I love mapping out epic battles and planning enemy tactics. When running modules I enjoy putting my own little twists on things and seeing how my players handle challenges in ways the modules may not anticipate. From my past experience running Pathfinder 2E Adventure Paths, I can confidently say that my GMing pace takes groups an average of 5-6 sessions per AP issue to complete. (1.5 months for Standalone Adventures, 4-5 months for 3-Book APs, and 8-10 months for 6-Book APs.)
Games played
Game platforms used
Cody McGraw's Games
Game Master Reviews (35)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Knows the Rules
Creativity
Inclusive
Cody was absolutely phenomenal as our Game Master for the "Triumph of the Tusk" adventure path. From start to finish, his storytelling skills were top-notch, immersing us deeply into the rich, vibrant world he crafted with vivid descriptions and captivating narratives. Cody maintained a perfectly balanced pace throughout each session, blending action, exploration, and roleplay to keep everyone fully engaged and excited for what would come next. Perhaps most importantly, Cody fostered an incredibly inclusive, welcoming, and fun environment. He effortlessly created a space where all players felt comfortable, respected, and enthusiastic about participating. His passion for the game and genuine care for players' experiences shone through clearly, making the adventure even more enjoyable.
Cody is very professional and organized. He keeps a steady and seamless flow of the game and has a great knowledge of the rules. He does well in situations where a player might throw a spell or request that was unexpected and incorporates them well into the flow of the encounter. Overall, I had a lot of fun and I'm looking forward to my next campaign with him. I highly recommend playing in his games!
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