
CuratedPip (he/him)
5.0
(5)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
11 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Knows the Rules, Creativity
About me
Hello! I’m a Dungeon Master with a passion for collaborative storytelling and roleplay, particularly in the play-by-post format. I am also a busy tech professional, educator, partner, and parent, but I enjoy the creative outlet of these games so much that I have crafted a way to participate in small chunks of time between responsibilities. My goal is to engage other people like me - where weekly 3-4 hour blocks of time are not readily available - to discover the world of play-by-posts. Outside of DMing, - I enjoy good literature, television, film, and music. - I have a love/hate relationship with running and cycling. - I'm an urban city-dweller and enjoy many of the aspects of big-city life. - I'm not a gamer (the video kind) and never was really.
GM Style
I enjoy crafting immersive worlds, weaving character-driven narratives, and balancing thoughtful mechanics with creative problem-solving. My DM style emphasizes player agency, dynamic character arcs, and rich worldbuilding, where everyone feels vital to the story. I have particular experience with The Forgotten Realms setting and various Sword Coast adventures. Play-by-post games allow me to focus on vivid descriptions and thoughtful pacing, creating a space for players to explore their characters fully. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or new to playing, I aim to foster an engaging, inclusive, and memorable experience for all!
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Game Master Reviews (5)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Storytelling
Knows the Rules
Creativity
I don’t often leave a review so quickly. I consider myself an experienced player and DM in the PbP setting and with that experience comes a certain level of pickiness and at times I can be hard to impress. Well color me already impressed - CuratedPip’s organization, narrative skill, and ability to craft an engaging experience are already exceptional. However, what truly sets them apart is their mastery of keeping a PbP game consistently moving - a skill far more elusive yet absolutely essential for maintaining player engagement and story momentum in this format. If you ever get the chance to play in one of their games, don’t hesitate! I'll probably find myself already filling one of those precious spots.
This was my first real D&D campaign, so it's hard to compare to others. But I feel incredibly lucky to have landed with CuratedPip as my DM. I've been in this PBP campaign for a couple of months now and he is always so extremely patient and helpful. The others in our campaign have all been playing for decades, but he's made it so that our blend of experiences works together just fine. His commitment is amazing. Occasionally, he's mentioned other campaigns he has going on, so I know our campaign isn't the only one he has, but he makes it feel like it is. He is always communicating with us, no matter how many questions we have. A response is always incredibly quick. It's very evident he's doing this because he loves D&D and just wants to play as much as possible. His enthusiasm and excitement for the fun his players are about to have for the next encounter or whatever spreads to them. He's very knowledgeable with the rules and is willing to adjust when it makes sense allowing for player creativity. Pretty much anything our party has thought up, he's just rolled right with. I can't stress enough how happy of a choice you would have made to end up with CuratedPip as your DM!!
CuratedPip is a wonderful DM! He is very kind, understanding, and patient. He knows the rules and the Avrae bot well, and was both helpful and patient in helping me to understand some of the commands. He is also very easy to talk to, which is a huge bonus when looking for a DM! He works hard to get all of the players involved, and is always willing to incorporate bits of your backstory into the overall campaign. If you get the chance to play with him, take it!
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