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Contessa

Contessa (she/her)

5.0

(6)

Less than a year on StartPlaying

1 game hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Rule of Cool, Inclusive

About me

I grew up in the Pacific Northwest, surrounded by the region's natural beauty, which has greatly influenced my love for atmospheric storytelling. I attended Digipen Institute of Technology, where I honed my skills and passion for game design. I'm a fan of horror and sci-fi, genres that inspire much of my creative work. When I'm not immersed in tabletop RPGs, I enjoy board game nights with friends and catching live concerts, where I can appreciate the energy and creativity of live performances. You can reach out to schedule me directly for a private game either online or in person in the Seattle area. I am available to run any system listed on my profile.

GM Style

My GM style centers on immersive role play and intricate political intrigue, where players are encouraged to deeply engage with their characters and the story. I love weaving complex narratives that challenge players with moral dilemmas and strategic decisions. While role play and story are at the forefront, I also incorporate a splash of tactical combat, ensuring that every encounter is meaningful and adds to the overall tension and drama of the campaign.

Game Master Reviews (6)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Creativity

Rule of Cool

Inclusive

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Maxi Kroon

Highly recommend this GM, every session was so much fun to show up and play! Very well crafted stories with intricate details and wonderful world building. The freedom to be creative and feel included was amazing! Would recommend them for beginners or long time ttrpg players!

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Will Pritz

Pushed me in the right way to develop my character and connect with the group, while still giving her players the freedom to tackle problems in their own ways. A delightful roleplaying experience guided by a steady hand.

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Sable Knight

Great at explaining new systems and games, including one's she's created to others. I don't have much experience with TTRPGs but Contessa makes it easy to get going without overloading players with info.

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Kenzie

I'm brand new to TTRPG's and Contessa is wonderful to be a player for! It's never a problem when I need thing's explained to me, have questions about the world, or want to know the implications of game mechanics. She is always willing to work with everyone to make sure personal character fantasies are realized and integrated naturally into the world and story! She regularly encourage and make space for creativity and humor while also gently keeping things on track in an organic manner when necessary, and it always feels like everyone gets their time to shine and is never left out. She is clearly incredibly passionate and dedicated to being a DM, and is always putting in effort to both improve the experience and prepare adequately beforehand to make things as smooth as possible.Whether you're a beginner like me or not, If you're looking for an experience that prioritizes creativity, inclusivity, world building, character narratives, togetherness, humor, and fun, then you can't go wrong with Contessa! I always have a great time and look forward to playing again. (๑>ᴗ<๑)

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No Logic Squids

Contessa is an absolute blast as a GM! Always up for saying “yes” to creative ideas and keeps the story flowing smoothly, even if it means bending the rules a bit. She’s all about the fun and knows how to keep everyone engaged. I always leave every session with a story and some laughs.

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Saoirse, Veil Adept

Stylish worlds... nuanced characters... high emotions... if that's your jam as a player, here's your chance to rock out with a master of the craft. Contessa blends a thorough grasp of urban fantasy storytelling with a killer instinct for conflict and peril to create worlds of stylish intrigue, filled with people that act and evolve alongside the player characters. Better, the sense of style that oozes from her games heightens the core themes that underpin her world and our characters, while also being rad in their own right. I look forward to every session I have at her table, knowing I'll test my characters to their core, uncover hidden depths in the world, and look wicked cool in the process... even in the times where they're playing the fool.

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