Jacob
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About Jacob
Hi there! My name is Jacob, I have been playing DnD for over 10 years now and I have loved every second of it! From homebrewed adventures to published adventures, I’ve discovered that what makes this game special is how it gives everyone a chance to express themselves in a way that is true to them and have a genuinely fun time together. As a GM, I especially enjoy crafting homebrew adventures and helping players bring their custom characters to life. For me, one of the most rewarding moments is when a player tells me they’re EXCITED to play their character!! Outside of the table, I hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology, and I bring that background into my GM style. I strive to make sure all players feel heard and understood, and I approach any conflicts or disagreements with empathy and care. My goal is always to create a safe, engaging, and memorable experience where everyone has the chance to shine.
At a glance
Less than a year on StartPlaying
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When I'm not running games I'm...
Spending my time doing.... Video games, Pickleball, Working out, making fantasy terrain, spending time with my wife and dog, rock climbing, jiu jitsu, watching anime, paddle boarding, riding my motorcycle, & providing mental health services!
How Jacob runs games
My GM style adapts to what you, the players, want out of the game. Not every group is looking for constant hack-and-slash, and not every group wants hours of roleplay; so I aim to provide a balance that includes a little of everything: engaging combat, meaningful roleplay, exploration, and player-driven storytelling. I love when players explore the world around them. If you decide to check out a random house in a village, it suddenly becomes part of the story! I use a “Yes, and…” approach to DMing, which means I do my best to honor player ideas and weave them naturally into the narrative. You’ll always have agency, but I’ll gently guide things to keep the story moving in a fun, coherent direction. My goal is to create sessions where everyone feels like their choices matter, the world reacts to them, and the adventure grows organically from the group’s creativity.