About me

Dear Esteemed Adventurer, I am truly honored that you are considering my services as your Professional Dungeon Master for your gaming endeavors. For your evaluation, I present the following attributes: • Over 40 years of experience as a Game Master, adept in refereeing tabletop RPGs • A steadfast professional commitment to preparedness, organization, punctuality, and courtesy • In excess of 2500 hours of experience with Foundry VTT software • Proficient support for Foundry v12 Digital Play, encompassing art, music, token artistry, screen effects, weather, and combat effects • Combat facilitation that is both strategic and descriptive • Exploration of diverse locations, terrain, and weather hazards • Prioritization of the roleplaying desires and requirements of the party • A welcoming atmosphere for both novice and seasoned adventurers • A dedication to safe and respectful gameplay, ensuring that everyone is welcome at DM-Paul’s Table • Availability for custom campaigns and specialized groups At the tender age of eleven, I embarked on my journey as a Dungeon Master after receiving the esteemed Tomes of the Dungeons and Dragons Red Basic Box set, which included the illustrious Keep on the Borderlands module as a birthday gift. I immersed myself in the study of these tomes day and night, and when I felt adequately prepared, I summoned the courage to invite my adventurous childhood friends to partake in an epic quest that spanned our entire summer break. It was during this formative period that I discovered my true calling: I take great joy in the role of Dungeon Master, observing as my players’ characters weave their narratives within the adventures I craft for them. Since those early days, I have had the privilege of introducing hundreds of new players to the captivating world of Dungeons and Dragons. My proficiency extends across more than fifty different types of role-playing games, including but not limited to Aliens, Traveler, Rifts, Gamma World, and D&D editions ranging from 1e to 5e. As a seasoned Game Master, I have encountered a diverse spectrum of players and playstyles, embracing all with open arms. I adhere to a policy of respectful and supportive play, fostering an environment where character-driven stories flourish, balanced with elements of exploration, social interaction, and combat—each integral to a grand epic adventure. My Philosophy on Adventures: At the core of my philosophy lies the conviction that adventures are fundamentally about the players and their narratives, backgrounds, allies, and adversaries. The materials, whether published or my own creations, are intended to guide, support, challenge, or reward the players. If you seek a full-time, skilled Professional Game Master to lead your Dungeons and Dragons game, or another gaming experience, I invite you to look no further. Let us embark on a grand epic adventure together. Please feel free to reach out to discuss custom campaigns or specialized groups, or to explore one of my scheduled games. Warm regards, Dungeon Master Paul

GM Style

I Enjoy running a balanced Table including Combat, Roleplaying and exploration classic Dungeon and Dragons fun. With over four decades of experience as a Game Master, I have facilitated a diverse array of gaming experiences, catering to players ranging from the barbarian eager to engage in relentless combat, to the wizard who may dedicate multiple sessions to the pursuit of an ancient scroll within the confines of a city library—each an adventure in its own right. It is my responsibility as a Professional Game Master to seamlessly intertwine and guide the unique narratives of each character, ensuring that every participant feels invested in their individual story while simultaneously contributing to the overarching adventure. Participants at my gaming tables can expect to be fully engaged as I employ Foundry VTT to craft a richly immersive environment, complete with automation, animations, and additional features. You will embark on your adventure as if you are truly embodying your character, experiencing the world through their eyes, hearing what they hear, and enjoying an appropriate soundtrack that enhances the journey. I place a high priority on accommodating the roleplaying desires and requirements of the group. As DM Paul, I am here to serve as your Game Master, Story Guide, Mediator, and co-author of your Epic Grand Adventure. I invite you to collaborate with me in crafting a bespoke adventure for you or your group, or alternatively, to join one of the games I have scheduled. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to facilitate your next adventure! **Private and Group Game Booking Rates: ** - 6-player table: $16.75 per player/session - 5-player table: $20.00 per player/session - 4-player table: $25.00 per player/session - 3-player table: $33.50 per player/session - 2-player table: $50.00 per player/session - 1-player table: $100.00 per player/session *Please note that the rates for Private or Group Game Booking are non-negotiable. **DM Paul's Table Etiquette:** Intolerance, abusive or negative behavior, and non-supportive play will not be tolerated at any time during my sessions. Failure to adhere to the established rules may result in disciplinary actions, including potential ejection from the game and/or a lifetime ban without refund. With my background in Human Resources, I am equipped to identify conflict points and emotional engagements. I will intervene promptly, or at the request of players, to de-escalate and mediate any issues that arise, ensuring a swift return to play. **DM Paul’s onboarding service: ** As part of DM Paul’s onboarding service and to demonstrate my commitment to the players who join my games, you will receive two complimentary onboarding meetings, each lasting between 30 to 45 minutes. These sessions are designed to ensure compatibility between the Player and the Dungeon Master in terms of play styles, while also establishing clear expectations. In essence, you will have a comprehensive understanding of what to anticipate before investing your gold coins. Below is a detailed outline of DM Paul’s onboarding process for your consideration. Meeting 1 • The Player and Dungeon Master will convene on Discord to discuss a series of 25 RPG-related questions and answers, setting expectations for the game. This serves as an introductory meeting to foster rapport and determine if we share similar gaming philosophies. • The Player and Dungeon Master will collaborate on character creation and background review, establishing a timeline for character submission for evaluation, uploading, and testing on my server. • I will provide a brief demonstration of my services using Foundry, showcasing combat mechanics and effects. Meeting 2 • Connect your character to my server. • Choose your color. • Select your dice. • Receive a custom introductory narrative for the adventure, tailored to your character's background. • Engage in a brief encounter that seamlessly integrates your character into the storyline as the game night commences. By offering this complimentary custom onboarding service prior to a paid game night, DM Paul aims to cultivate your ideas and concepts for your character, weaving them into the adventure. This approach also creates a unique and mysterious background for each player to roleplay, in contrast to group-generated backgrounds where everyone is privy to each other's secrets and histories. **DM Paul’s Policy Regarding Cancelation and No-Shows: ** As a Full-time Professional Dungeon Master, I take my responsibilities and commitments to my players extremally seriously and as such I am always ready and prepared for each schedule game session with lights, sounds and actions and ready with a well planned adventure that involves all the players. I acknowledge that unforeseen circumstances can arise unexpectedly; I must clarify that if I were to accept every no-show or last-minute cancellation without restrictions, it would effectively mean I am offering my services for free. This is my profession, and I strive to provide a quality experience and a stable game for all players as such I must enforce the following Cancelation and No-Shows Policy’s. No-Shows/ No- notice Last-minute cancellations can lead to uncertainty and frustration for everyone involved. For the first offense, a full charge will be applied, For the second offense, a full charge will be applied Upon the third offense, a full charge will be applied and the individual will be removed from the game. Cancelation A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required for cancellations, in accordance with the policies set forth by StartPlaying. Senior Players of 3 or more paid sessions will be shown leniency to the stated policy’s

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