A.J. Horner
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About A.J. Horner
How’s it going guys? I’m A.J., been DM-ing for a little while now, and I specialize with new players. Getting started with something new is tough enough in itself, and having someone beat you over the head with the rule book for a little mistake is, in my opinion, no way to cultivate a love for the game. While I follow the 5e rules and throw up the corresponding guardrails and guidelines, I’ll occasionally bend the rules a bit so everyone can learn while still having fun. I’m always happy to answer questions, work with you on your characters, and support you when needed.
At a glance
Less than a year on StartPlaying
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When I'm not running games I'm...
helping folks find and prepare for their next adventure, at least in my professional life. In my personal life, I like making art, lifting weights, riding motorcycles, fine dining, and live entertainment.
How A.J. Horner runs games
I try to be something as a Chameleon DM, in the way that I alter the way I run a game based on the goals of the campaign as written, but also the personalities and goals of my players. If you love combat, I’m gonna give you heavy combat. If you love role-play, I’m gonna break out all of my character voices. If you love silly word play and dumb jokes, you’re in for a great time! I try to meet with all of my players beforehand to discuss what their goals are to determine what fits best, and go from there. This is a collaborative game; it works best when we all work together.
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My games focus on...
philosophical questions, personal growth, and giving my players opportunities to shine.
Rules are...
more like guidelines, most of the time.
A.J. Horner's ideal table
I like a good mix no matter where I am; too much of any one type and things can get a little stale. Problem solvers, fighters, detectives, flirts, role-players of all kinds: as long as everyone can get along (at least 85% of the time), I'm cool. We focus more on the story than the minutiae of the rules, but priority one is always FUN! It's loose, flexible, we're all here to learn and enjoy ourselves, so relax and join in.
A.J. Horner's Preferences
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Roleplay Heavy
Theater of the Mind
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Sandbox / Open World
Puzzle / Mystery Focused