Daphne (she/her)
5.0
(8)
1 year on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Voices, Storytelling, Inclusive
About me
Hello there! My name is Daphne, and I'm a singer/songwriter who plays guitar and sings in a band called Daphne + The Glitches, as well as a couple other bands in and around the Phoenix area. After having wanted to play DND for many years but never being able to get a game together, my drummer mentioned that he DMs, and had been wanting to run Rime of the Frostmaiden. After my first session I was hooked, and after making it all the way from first level to sixth, and then our party falling apart, I decided that I wanted to try my hand a DMing myself. I've run several games since then, mostly as a DM, but a few as a player, and I just can't get enough. My current main group is running Spelljammer, a setting I've grown quite fond of since it has so much literal and figurative space to explore! I love taking my players out into Wildspace and further into the Astral Sea, making sure they never know what kind of space battles, creatures and worlds they might encounter on their journey! I love running campaigns as written, but probably have the most fun when players are down with me take a little creative liberty to make sure they always stay on their toes, not knowing exactly how things are going to play out. Love building worlds with players and telling great stories together! Happy to tailor the experience to the group and make sure it's a great time for everyone involved.
GM Style
As a Dungeon Master, I've earned the title 'the Captain Kirk of DMs.' Charismatic and courageous, I lead players through epic quests with confidence, infusing humor and diplomacy into a dynamic and immersive storytelling experience. Loyalty to the narrative and strategic thinking define my approach. I prioritize player satisfaction, tailoring sessions based on their preferences. Whether you crave NPC interactions with unique voices, challenging combat, intricate puzzles, or a mix of everything, I'm here to craft a fulfilling TTRPG adventure. Let's embark on a gaming journey where your priorities shape the narrative and every session is uniquely yours.
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Game Master Reviews (8)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Voices
Storytelling
Inclusive
Michele Fortier
Daphne is fantastic and did a really great job DMing our group! She really gets into her role as DM, creating fun unique voices, having great visuals and helping empower our group to have fun and take risks. She does a fabulous job creating the world and all the cool adventures our group went on. 10/10 would recommend!
Mike Zimmerlich
The games are always incredibly fun and intriguing with a great blend of engagement and action. I feel not only invested in my character but the story that is being played out. I feel I can be creative with my character and the world around me while having shocking twists along the way. Every session goes above and beyond my expectations.
Christopher Leon Price
They brought the game to life in a way I had never experienced before. I wish that all of my DM‘s would put as much effort and fun into their mastery as Daphne. I felt included in the game and got to try a bunch of different things.
Derek Johnson
I came from a background of playing DoS and was worried about keeping track of the landscape or what wa happening . Luckily Daphne had great visual aids, sound effects and fun story telling to really set the scene and bring me there.
Daniel Rojas
Daphne uses all of her powers to bring a game to life from fun character voices to sound effects and music. She uses all manner of story telling devices like dreams and flashbacks, and she always weaves player backstories into the narrative. I highly recommend her as a GM for players who enjoy role playing and immersion. She has a strong grasp of the rules and presents a challenging gaming experience, but as a player you get the sense that she is on your side; not a sadistic GM, but she also does not forgive mistakes. She is constantly improving her visual aides and experimenting with different ways to help players see and feel their world. If you don’t like to role play, then you probably won’t get the most out of her gaming experience. Nevertheless, I have seen her work well with beginners and veterans, and I have witnessed both getting swept up into the fantasy.
Thomas Mcdonnell
Daphne is so incredibly fun to play with. Can keep an adventure moving without feeling prodded or rushed! Is always creating unique voices for the characters and really makes an effort to help the player dive into their character!
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