DM Allan

he/him

5.0

(9)

Timezone

America/los Angeles

Language

English

Identity

Teacher/Educator

Game Designer

About DM Allan

Greetings, adventurers! I’m Allan, a lifelong Dungeon Master with a passion for heroic fantasy. I’ve been DMing since 1978, guiding players through epic campaigns from original AD&D to 5e to Pathfinder 1e. I enjoy immersive storytelling, tactical combat, and heroic quests where player choice shapes the fate of the world. I specialize in customized and handcrafted campaigns that bring every session to life. Expect richly detailed full-color maps, thematic music that sets the mood, and unique voices for every NPC and intelligent monster you encounter. I also run sessions on my custom virtual tabletop, Keep It Lit (available for free on Steam) designed to enhance play without distracting from the story. Whether you’re a roleplay-focused hero or a combat strategist, I aim to create unforgettable adventures where every decision matters. We’ll journey together through dungeons, battlefields, and kingdoms—all while keeping the story epic, the stakes high, and the experience immersive. Sessions are held via Discord for seamless audio and video interaction. Step into the adventure… your story awaits!

At a glance

2 years on StartPlaying

64 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Knows the Rules, Sets the Mood

Average response time: 5 hours

Response rate: 100%

Featured Prompts

I became a GM because

I became a GM to create unforgettable adventures. I love the moment when players uncover a secret, survive a desperate battle, or defeat a villain against the odds. Nearly 50 years later, those shared epic moments still make every session magical.

My favorite shows/movies are

My inspiration comes from the epic quests of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, the grit of Game of Thrones, the raw adventure of Conan the Barbarian, and the swashbuckling fun of The Princess Bride and Raiders of the Lost Ark.

When I'm not running games I'm...

When I’m not running games, I design digital chips, build projects in my workshop, brew and play Commander decks in Magic: The Gathering, craft TTRPG adventures and campaigns, and design and promote the Keep It Lit virtual tabletop.

How DM Allan runs games

I run epic, immersive heroic fantasy campaigns that balance story and tactical combat. Players can expect a world full of rich characters, full-color maps, thematic music, and cinematic moments brought to life with unique voices for every NPC and intelligent monster. While I generally follow the rules, I embrace the “rule of cool” to make heroic feats feel truly legendary. At my table, the focus is on shared excitement and adventure—players are welcomed into a friendly, engaged group where every decision matters, and every session leaves you leaning forward, eager for what comes next.

DM Allan's ideal table

My ideal table is a mix of roleplay and combat-focused players who are friendly, enthusiastic, and collaborative. I value teamwork and a shared investment in the story—players who plan ahead, interact with the world, and help each other shine. Humor is welcome when it enhances roleplay, but constant jokes or attempts to steal the spotlight are not. I enjoy a mix of experience levels, with veterans guiding newcomers and everyone bringing creativity, improvisation, tactical thinking, and a positive attitude. Regular weekly attendance is expected, especially for my longer epic campaigns that span months or even years. At my table, the goal is shared adventure—every player matters, every choice counts, and together we create moments that are as heroic, thrilling, and memorable as the stories themselves.