Mr. Mike
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About Mr. Mike
Hello and welcome! I’m Mr. Mike. I bring a unique background to the table—I’ve worked as a post-mortem vascular surgeon, licensed mortician, private investigator, and a counselor working with at-risk youth. Real-life experience with the darker side of humanity has shaped the way I run horror: grounded, intense, and unforgettable. My love for horror started early, reading Cujo in 5th grade, and hasn’t slowed down since—700+ books later. Favorites include Jaws and the deeply unsettling Feeders from Within by Peter Evans. If you enjoy dread, tension, and psychological horror—you’re in the right place. Why I Run Games I didn’t exactly grow up on the straight and narrow. As a kid in Milwaukee, I got into my fair share of trouble—until a friend picked up the DC Heroes Roleplaying Game. Everything changed. Instead of causing chaos, we started creating stories. That experience stuck with me: boredom creates trouble—storytelling creates purpose. That philosophy still drives how I run games today. What You Can Expect at My Table • Immersive, story-first horror (especially Call of Cthulhu) • Strong atmosphere, tension, and meaningful choices • A balance of roleplay, investigation, and mechanics • Sessions that respect your time—but leave an impact Finding a great GM can be a gamble—I aim to be one you’ll come back to. My Games I regularly run a variety of published and custom scenarios, adding new material every month. Original Scenarios: • Fit for Duty (9–12 hours): A deep, intense experience • Naked and Afraid… Well, Maybe (3 hours): Fast-paced, mysterious, and unpredictable I also have new original scenarios currently in development—so there’s always something fresh coming. Final Thoughts To everyone who has played at my table—thank you. Your support and reviews mean everything. If you’re looking for something different… something darker… I’d love to have you at the table. Hope to see you soon. —Mr. Mike
At a glance
3 years on StartPlaying
49 games hosted
Highly rated for: Teacher, Creativity, Storytelling
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
Featured Prompts
My 3 systems I'd bring to a desert island would be
Call of Cthulhu, Aliens, Marvel Multiverse
My favorite books are
Jaws, Feeders from Within, and Cain
How Mr. Mike runs games
I focus on creating stories where your character actually matters. This isn’t just about rolling dice—it’s about building moments. I design my games so your choices and your flaws all shape the story. When you succeed, it feels earned. When you fail… it means something. A great session, to me, is when the whole table reacts—celebrating a clutch success or going silent after a devastating fumble. That emotional investment is what turns a game into a story people remember. I aim for: • Character-driven storytelling • Meaningful consequences (good and bad) • Shared emotional moments across the table • Immersion over mechanics, but never ignoring them If you’re looking for a game where your character grows, struggles, and leaves an impact on the story—you’ll fit right in at my table.
Mr. Mike's ideal table
My table is story-focused and player-driven. I aim to create immersive games where your choices truly matter. I build scenarios that let characters grow, struggle, and shine—so when you succeed or fail, the whole party feels it. Success is thrilling, failure can be tense… and both are meaningful. I encourage roleplay, investigation, and problem-solving, but I also allow for creative chaos. I want you to feel like your character has agency in the story, and I’ll make sure that the story reacts to your decisions. ⸻ The Players Who Fit Best • Players who enjoy immersive storytelling and character development • Those who like mystery, horror, and tension, but are okay with occasional surprises or dark twists • Players willing to work together, but who also want their individual choices to have weight • People who enjoy emotional, dramatic moments, not just dice-rolling If you love narrative-driven, high-stakes roleplay with occasional shocks or moral dilemmas, you’ll feel right at home. ⸻ General Vibe Expect a table that’s engaging, intense, and dynamic. There’s humor when it fits, tension when it builds, and real consequences for actions. I aim for a safe but thrilling environment where players can explore their characters fully and enjoy a deep, memorable story.