Gruff
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About Gruff
I’m a longtime TTRPG enthusiast with over a decade of play experience, now stepping behind the screen to become a full time DM. Expect expertly crafted encounters built around combat, trap finding, puzzle solving, and clue hunting, all designed to challenge your skills and reward smart play. If you’re here for the game, not the drama, you’re in the right place.
At a glance
Less than a year on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Inclusive, Storytelling, Teacher
Average response time: 2 hours
Response rate: 100%
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I became a GM because
My love of ttrpg podcasts. Now it's my turn to pass this amazing hobby on to new people.
My favorite shows/movies are
Dork day afternoon Glass cannon podcast Stories and lies
The three words my players would use to describe me are...
Patient. Educational. Fun
How Gruff runs games
My games are built for players who want D&D as a game first and foremost. Roleplay is kept light, no grimdark despair to be found here. You can expect tightly designed encounters centered on puzzle solving, trap finding, clue hunting, and traditional combat. If you’re looking for dramatic character acting this won’t be the table for you—but if you want adventures where your skills are constantly tested, you’ll feel right at home.
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I deal with rules issues by...
Having a brief discussion. Usually landing on what's cool. And then making the decision which stands.
My games focus on...
Having fun at the table and learning if you are new to the hobby.
Rules are...
Only one homebrew rule: No weapons mastery effects if you choose to use the 2024 characters.
Gruff's ideal table
I prefer lighter role play. Not silly by any means but im not a fan of all this grim dark stuff. If you want to have fun. this is the place for you.
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I love it when a player
Acts as there character would act. Whether it's tactically appropriate or not. For me story before glory.
My perfect party mix is
The classic: Fighter/barbarian/paladin/monk Wizard/sorcerer/warlock/druid/bard Ranger/rogue Cleric
My table is not the place for...
Grim dark or evil characters. The party should be a cooperative group who help each other.
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