About me

👋 Hey there! I'm a DM/GM who absolutely loves running games. With four years of D&D 5e under my belt, including three years as a DM, I bring a ton of enthusiasm and know-how to every session. I'm originally from Scotland, but I've been living in Japan for almost a decade now, working as an English teacher (sensei). My Japanese isn't perfect, but I get by just fine. I often play online games with fellow expats and run games in Tokyo. Because of the time zone difference, I might take a bit longer to respond, but I always try to reply as quickly as possible via SP or my Discord page. For me, clear communication is key. I think most issues in D&D can be sorted out by talking things through, so I always offer a short, optional review session after each game. Before we dive into a one-shot, adventure, or campaign, I make sure to explain how everything will run to keep things smooth and fun for everyone. I look forward to rolling some dice with you!

GM Style

I support all three pillars of D&D 5e gameplay: role-playing, combat, and exploration. Each pillar provides opportunities for players to be creative and contribute to the story. Player agency is paramount in my games, and I respect and reflect player choices within the game world. Everyone deserves their moment in the spotlight, and I strive to make that happen. 📖Rules📖 I generally adhere to rules as written to ensure a shared understanding of the game. However, the primary goal is to have fun. Sometimes, I make DM rulings that differ from the rules to enhance the gaming experience. 🪦PC Death🪦 In the games I run, character death is possible and usually permanent. This makes it so that the players know their choices really do matter. It adds an extra layer of tension and excitement. I try to roll dice openly, so everyone can see their successes and failures. This way players can see that victories are earned, and challenges are genuinely formidable. 💎Tone💎 I run serious adventures with a touch of comedy. My games are for mature participants only (18+). 💻Game Environment💻 I use D&D Beyond for character creation and online dice rolls, Discord for communication and updates, and Owlbear Rodeo 2.0 for combat encounters. D&D Beyond and Discord require accounts, while Owlbear is a simple platform that requires no registration—just open the invite link in your browser and you're ready to play. 🛠️Safety Tools🛠️ I use various safety tools to ensure a comfortable and safe gaming environment for all participants. Everyone deserves to feel safe and respected while playing. ⛔Game Etiquette⛔ Mutual respect and understanding are essential. Abusive behavior towards the DM or fellow players is not tolerated and will result in a ban from future games. Discussions on politics or real-life issues are discouraged, as they can detract from the gaming experience. We all come from diverse backgrounds, and the game should be a space for positive, inclusive interaction. 🗣️Questions🗣️ If you have any questions, in-game or out, please ask. Clear communication helps me provide a great TTRPG experience. The more you share about your expectations and any uncertainties, the better I can tailor the game to your needs. May you always roll with advantage! 🎲🎲

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