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Anudam TheDM

Anudam TheDM (he/him)

5.0

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1 year on StartPlaying

Highly rated for: World Builder, Inclusive, Storytelling

About me

Experience: 5 Years Greetings, travelers! I'm Anudam, a 22 year old professional Dungeon Master with a passion for crafting immersive, character-driven stories that leave lasting memories. With years of experience behind the screen, I specialize in weaving rich narratives, tactical combat, and dynamic roleplay into every session—whether you're a first-time adventurer or a seasoned hero. My DM style is all about player agency, creativity, and unforgettable moments. Expect cinematic storytelling, vibrant NPCs, and encounters that challenge both wit and steel. I run a variety of settings, from classic high fantasy to dark, intrigue-filled epics, all tailored to fit your group's playstyle. Whether you're here for deep roleplay, strategic combat, or a bit of both, I’ll make sure the story feels personal and impactful. 🐍 Raiders of the Serpent Sea 🐍 – A saga of vengeance, glory, and doom, set in a world of legendary Viking-inspired warriors. What I love about this campaign is its epic scale and tragic beauty—players aren’t just adventurers, they’re raiders shaping the fate of their people. The sense of impending Ragnarok looms over every decision, and the blend of myth, mystery, and brutal combat makes for an incredibly cinematic and emotional experience. Watching players wrestle with their own legacy while forging their place in history is what makes this adventure so unforgettable. I've spent most of my time working on this campaign, so much so that I have completely revamped the module itself into my own unique story, with a plethora of different characters, systems and plot points. 🦇 Curse of Strahd 🦇 – Barovia is one of my favorite settings to bring to life, from its eerie atmosphere to the ever-looming presence of Strahd himself. I love leaning into the psychological horror aspects of the campaign, making players feel the weight of their choices in a world that feels truly oppressive yet filled with hope—if they can grasp it. Every party reacts differently to Strahd’s manipulations, and I enjoy tailoring his interactions to make him feel like a deeply personal villain. ⚔️ Odyssey of the Dragonlords ⚔️ – Epic, mythic, and brimming with destiny! This campaign allows players to embrace the role of true heroes, stepping into the shoes of legendary figures in a world shaped by gods and titans. I love making the gods feel like real, ever-present forces, subtly (or not so subtly) influencing the players' journey. The weight of prophecy in this campaign makes every choice meaningful, and I encourage players to challenge fate itself. Of course, I'm always running and homebrewing new adventures, ensuring that each campaign feels fresh and tailored to the players. Whether you're looking to experience a published adventure or dive into something unique, I’ll make sure the story is yours to shape. A Table for Everyone: My games are a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQ+ players, neurodivergent players, and anyone who wants to experience the magic of TTRPGs in an inclusive environment. Everyone deserves a place at the table, and I work to ensure that all players feel respected, comfortable, and empowered to tell their stories. Whether you need accessibility accommodations, session zero discussions, or just a supportive group, you are welcome here. What Players Say About My Games: ⭐ "Anudam has an incredible way of making the world feel alive. Every NPC, every encounter—it all feels meaningful. Easily one of the best DMs I’ve played with!" ⭐ "The perfect mix of challenge and fun. The combat is engaging, the roleplay is deep, and the storytelling? Absolutely top-tier." ⭐ "I came in as a new player, and Anudam made me feel welcome from the start. Super patient, explains things well, and makes every session a blast!" So, are you ready to explore the unknown, battle legendary foes, and shape the fate of the world? Then grab your dice, and let’s tell a story worth remembering! Looking forward to playing with you!

GM Style

I've always believed in the power of collaborative storytelling. It's essential to me that every player feels their character's journey is integral to our shared narrative. While I never shy away from presenting challenges, I place a strong emphasis on character development, moral choices, and the deep bonds that form within the party. Not only that, but I always engineer the perfect combat encounter, you won't be seeing D&D Combat encounter 5 template B edition 2 at my table, you won't be fighting goblins and wolves for an entire session. Every combat encounter I strive to make it as unique as possible, as interesting as possible, and most importantly, as fun as possible. Expect a mix of combat, role-playing, and exploration when you join my table.

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Game Master Reviews (3)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

World Builder

Inclusive

Storytelling

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Wajahat Hussain

I've been playing with Anudam for around a year now and it's been an amazing experience. He's incredibly talented at creating worlds that feel alive and engage his players in the larger narrative. I've always personally been someone that was more interested in larger world narratives and politics as opposed to a single character's personality and development, however, in Anudam's campaign, he crafted and evolved each character with so much depth and excellence that I was unbelievably immersed during even moments with long dialogue. One of his more prominent skills is to allow his players to create the story while providing a seamless platform for them to do so, he allows many player decisions and masterfully plays each NPC in accordance to the players' behaviours. His effort in the campaign is very apparent, the art and visual aids he provides are high quality and appropriate; each character's demeanor is represented clearly by his tone of voice and you can feel the emotion in his voice. The most important thing for me was how friendly and open he was, I was quite new when I joined and he was extremely welcoming to me, often going the extra mile to teach me aspects I wasn't previously familiar with. There were a few occasions when I made some mistakes but he was very understanding each time and reassured me I would become more experienced as time went on. This DM changed my life and I need you all to experience what I did.

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Mohamed AlEdil

I've been playing with Anudam for years, and I can only recommend him with no downsides. serious stories, funny moments, amazing combat, great world building and great attention to detail anudam has it. He will take your character idea and make you feel that it is important in his world and that it has the chance to change. his creativity is one of his strongest points as he knows when to improvise scenarios and making the players feel appreciated and going with their whims in the correct times. He tries his best with his voices and make sure to make everyone inclusive and include amazing visual aids.

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Momochi The DM

As a forever DM, I rarely get the chance to sit on the other side of the screen, but playing under Anudam has been an absolute game-changer. From the moment the campaign started, I was completely immersed in what it was to be a player, and my oh my it has been an experience. Playing as Hakon has been an incredible experience, and I can’t overstate how refreshing it is to be a player, especially under Anudam . The encounters are intense, the roleplay is rich, and there’s always that perfect balance of challenge and reward. I've managed to do things I never thought possible, my oh my it was an experience. If you’re looking for a DM who can craft a world that pulls you in and keeps you invested, look no further. This has been one of the best gaming experiences I’ve ever had. Thats also adding the fact that I wasn't really interested in the Norse Mythology or setting before I joined, but now, I'm thankful I've joined. Not only have I got to experience being a raider, I've also learned more and more about Norse Mythology, a gaming experience AND a learning one at the same time!

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