DM Joester

he/him

5.0

(5)

Timezone

America/denver

Language

English

Identity

Streamer

About DM Joester

Hail Adventurers! I am DM Joester! You can also call me Joe. I've been running games for over 10 years since my days at a local game store, first with Adventurers League,then at a board game restaurant, and online ever since the pandemic. These days I run Pathfinder 2e. I keep it easy-going. My table is a relaxed place where new and returning players are equally welcome, and I'm happy to teach the system to anyone picking it up for the first time. I'll be honest about my abilities: I'm not the GM who does a dozen dramatic voices, but I'm great at setting the stage, keeping the rules out of your way, and rolling with whatever wild idea you throw at me. You bring the character and the choices, and I'll make sure the world responds and the story keeps moving. I love facilitating roleplay and helping newer players find their footing, and I run balanced, tactical combat that rewards smart, creative play. On the tech side, I've more or less mastered Foundry VTT. I write my own modules for it, so my games come with clean, well-automated tables that let us focus on the game. Outside of gaming I'm into technology, music, and books, and a lot of that finds its way to the table one way or another. Mostly I just want a friendly, low-pressure group of people who share the spotlight and treat each other well. If that sounds like your kind of table, drop me a message. Happy to answer any questions or talk through what you're looking for.

At a glance

3 years on StartPlaying

1 games hosted

Highly rated for: Inclusive, Creativity, Rule of Cool

$15 per session

Average response time: 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

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

Playing Guitar or video games, reading, or developing modules for FoundryVTT.

How DM Joester runs games

At my table the goal is simple: everyone has a good time, we tell a great story together, and nobody feels weird about jumping in, whether this is your very first session or your five-hundredth. I'm happy to teach the game and walk newer players through it, and I count on my veterans to be the kind of people who help someone out rather than talk over them. Everybody gets room to learn, play, and leave their mark on the story. So the players who fit best here share the spotlight, stay curious, and play with the group instead of against it. If your idea of fun is winning arguments about the rules, this probably isn't your table. If it's building something memorable with a good group of people, it absolutely is. The vibe is laid-back but engaged. There's plenty of room for jokes and relaxed play, and when the story or the stakes ramp up, we can all lock in and take it seriously. Above all: creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment is a top priority for me. I have zero tolerance for bigotry or harassment of any kind, and I'll step in to keep the table comfortable for everyone. Bring your curiosity, treat each other well, and we'll have a great time. For longer campaigns, expect a Session Zero where we build our characters together, settle any house rules, and agree up front on how we'll handle rules questions and disputes at the table. For one-shots and very short adventures, I'll condense that into the start of the first session or sort it out over Discord beforehand. I also have an RPG Consent Checklist survey, and anyone who'd like to is welcome to fill it out before we play so I know where everyone's lines and comfort levels are.

DM Joester's ideal table

I run games where the goal is for everyone to have a good time, tell a compelling story together, and feel comfortable participating, whether you’re brand new to tabletop RPGs or a longtime veteran. My table works well for both beginners and experienced players. I’m happy to teach the game and support newer players, and I expect more experienced players to be patient, respectful, and supportive rather than dismissive or overbearing. Everyone deserves the space to learn, play, and contribute. Players at my table are expected to share the spotlight, respect different experience levels, and engage cooperatively. This isn’t a table for rules-lawyering at the expense of fun; it is a table for collaboration, curiosity, and mutual respect. The overall vibe is laid-back but engaged. There’s room for humor and relaxed play, but when the story or stakes matter, the table can focus and take things seriously. I aim for a balanced mix of role-play, exploration, and meaningful combat.