About me

Greetings Adventurer, It is with great pleasure that I extend a warm welcome to you. My name is Dungeon Master Paul, and I am delighted that you have chosen to engage my services in your quest to secure a Professional Dungeon Master for your gaming needs. Allow me to commence our journey. With over forty years of experience, I have embarked on this role with a passion that began at a young age. At the tender age of eleven, I found myself in the role of a Dungeon Master in the Northern Lands (Canada), having received the esteemed Tomes of the Dungeon and Dragons Red Basic Box set, which included the Keep on the Borderlands module, as a remarkable birthday present from my mother. I dedicated myself to the study of these tomes day and night, and when I felt ready, I gathered my courage and invited my adventurous childhood friends to embark on a quest that would span the entirety of our summer break, from day to night. It was during this time that I discovered my true vocation; I am a unique individual who finds immense joy in the role of Dungeon Master, observing as my players' characters weave their own tales within the adventures I present to them. Since those early days, I have had the privilege of introducing hundreds of new players to the enchanting world of Dungeons and Dragons. My expertise spans over fifty different types of role-playing games, ranging from Aliens to Traveler, Rifts to Gamma World, D&D 1e to D&D 5e. As a seasoned Game Master, I have encountered a diverse array of players and playstyles, welcoming all with open arms. I uphold a policy of respectful and supportive play, fostering an environment where character-driven stories are crafted, balanced with elements of exploration, social interaction, and combat, all integral to a grand epic adventure. About My Interests: - Books: I am particularly fond of Drizzt Do'Urden, Fafhrd and the Grey Mouser, Conan, Tarzan. - Movies and TV: My cinematic interests include Lord of the Rings, Wizards, Conan, and Aliens. - Video Games: My preferred genres include PC, FPS, RTS, and 4X. - Hobbies: My leisure activities include tabletop role-playing games, reading, creative writing, and PC gaming. - Other Interests: I am also a history buff, possess advanced first aid certification, and have a passion for camping. My Philosophy on Adventures: At the heart of my approach to adventures lies the belief that they are about the players and their stories, backgrounds, allies, and adversaries. The materials, whether they are published or created by me, serve to guide, support, challenge, or reward the players. This philosophy has led to a profound connection and enjoyment in the memories we have created together. Should you be in search of a full-time, skilled Professional Game Master to lead your Basic or Advanced Dungeons and Dragons game, or another game, I invite you to look no further. Let us embark on a grand epic adventure together. Please do not hesitate to reach out to discuss custom campaigns or custom groups, or to explore one of my posted games. Warm regards, Dungeon Master Paul

GM Style

In my 40+ years as a Game Master I have run most types of games, with players from the barbarian who just want to hack and slash all night long (and that's ok) to the wizard who will spend three sessions looking for an old scroll in a city library (an adventure unto itself, and that's ok too. It is my task as a Professional Game Master to blend and guide the distinct character stories together, so that each player feels engaged in their own story while still involved in the greater adventure. As your Dungeon Master, I offer the following DM profile and game elements I use at my table for your review: • Game Master with over forty years of experience • All Adventurers are welcome, from beginners to advanced • Social interaction: safe and respectful atmosphere • Theatre of the mind with Digital Play support • Collaborative and intuitive storytelling • Relevant stories about your character’s past and future • Sight: Descriptive, D&D Beyond, Foundry VTT, Discord • Sound: Descriptive, D&D Beyond, Foundry VTT, Discord, Music • Voices: Not a voice actor but I do enjoy doing voices and will • Exploration: Diverse locations, terrain, and weather hazards • Combat: Strategic and Descriptive, Foundry VTT, Discord • Mystery: Balanced, story driven, character-specific • Horror: Occasional, story driven, Halloween one-shot • Comedy: If the Module calls for it or it occurs naturally • Episodic play: One mini-story or side story per session • Campaigns: Series of sessions with ongoing story arc • Rules: Run as written unless pre-agreed house rules are in play • Pre-written modules: As written with character story integration • Home brew material: As written with character story integration Digital Play support: • Foundry Virtual Tabletop: Free to players • Standard: D&D Beyond: Free, shared content material • Standard: Discord: Free, simple to join and use • Dedicated private server: Smooth game play Adventurers must have the following magic to use my services: • Working Laptop or PC (windows only) • Working internet connection • Working Head Set and Microphone • Free D&D Beyond account DM Paul is here to provide the service of Game Master, Story Guide, Mediator, and co-author of your Epic Grand Adventure. Seek me out to create an adventure just for you or your group or look for one of my posted games to join. I look forward to facilitating your next adventure! Private or Group Game Booking Rates •6 player table = $ 10.00 per player/session. •5 player table = $ 15.00 per player/session. •4 player table = $ 22.50 per player/session. •3 player table = $ 30.00 per player/session. •2 player table = $ 35.00 per player/session. •1 player table = $ 40.00 per player/session. DM Paul's Table Etiquette Intolerance, abusive or negative behavior, and non-supportive play will not be tolerated at any time at my table. Failure to comply with stated rules will result in disciplinary action which could result in ejection and a lifetime ban without refund from the game and/or my table. As a Human Resources Professional, I can identify conflict points and emotional engagements. I will intervene in a timely manner, or if requested on behalf of all players in an attempt to de-escalate and meditate to resolve issues before returning to play. *Online Respectful Play Systems 1. RPG Consent Check List 2. X, N, and O Keys/cards 3. Breaks 4. Debriefing 5. The NPC Protection Act 6. Session 0 7. Highlight Reel and Wrap Session: * Sent in brief before game session 0

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