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DMChris

DMChris (n/a)

5.0

(72)

Published Writer
Artist
Teacher/Educator
Game Designer

2 years on StartPlaying

349 games hosted

Highly rated for: Teacher, Creativity, Storytelling

About me

Rekindle the exciting sense of adventure and exploration you had years ago or role-play for the first time and learn what makes Dungeons & Dragons so incredibly FUN! I'm a lifelong game master, RPG designer, and publisher and I've been running D&D games for a long time. Stepping into a fantasy world is fun and exciting and a great way to make long-lasting friendships. Join my games and experience a safe, friendly, fair, and well-structured playing environment for everyone.

GM Style

Fun is the #1 priority. It's my job to guide and help mold your shared stories. Whether it's exploring ancient ruins, delving into the deep dungeons of an archmage, or experiencing the sights and sounds of a vibrant city, my games emphasize epic encounters and living, growing NPCs. I love doing voices, both serious and silly, and combined with mood music, special FX, and a massive amount of custom content, I guarantee every game at my table will be special. I lead well-organized games with balanced levels of discovery, intrigue, roleplaying, and combat. The play focuses on cooperation, ingenuity, and active participation in changing the world in which your heroes live. Experience in my games can be earned both traditionally by seeing your enemies driven before you, or by completing quests and milestone events. Tabletop games have a lot of dice. They are fun to roll, but the dice are merely tools. I won't let a dice roll ruin the fun. However, some of the best games have that critical hit or miss - therein lies some of the best memories! Over the years, I've run many different types of games, and I can customize a game to meet your needs: ⭐️ Multi-session campaigns for a group of friends. ⭐️ Small more personal adventures for only a few or 1 player. ⭐️ I host a weekly game at a local game store in beautiful NW AR. ⭐️ I patiently teach D&D using a "Learn As You Play" method. ⭐️ Experienced Players & DMs can join and craft stories with me. My games allow players to join at any time. Create your character during one of my custom-guided Session-0s and then join a game, or join a campaign already in progress. My groups are super welcoming and will get you into action immediately. You may also contact me here on StartPlaying, and I'll be happy to set up a game for you and your friends or family, birthday parties, or corporate events. "I raise a mug of ale to you, brave traveler... For gold or glory, adventure awaits. May your sword strike true and your courage never fail you!"

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Game Master Reviews (72)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Teacher

Creativity

Storytelling

Colton avatar

Colton

Played 2 sessions

DM canceled multiple sessions back-to-back weeks, both within an hour/two of when the sessions were scheduled to take place. While I understand that things can come up, like maybe an emergency, this was not the case and done for back-to-back sessions. The first week it was canceled, one hour prior to the start time, the DM told us he had a house guest? Ok, first time, and things happen. Then, the very next week, session gets canceled two hours before the session was supposed to start, no reason given and no response from Chris. This really shows a lack of respect for the players who plan their time around the game and who are paying for these sessions. We have only gotten to do a session 0 and the first campaign session. The canceled session was suppose to be the second. Don't have confidence this wouldn't be a recurring issue so I requested to leave the campaign. My advice to Chris would be to respect your players time and communicate in advance, especially if you need to cancel sessions. Keep in mind that players are actually paying for these sessions.

Ogandr avatar

Ogandr

Played 1 sessions

A very patient, friendly and knowledgable GM who can adapt to his players wishes inside clearly agreed boundries. Chris is very well prepared, knows his lore and can offer both original stories and visual aids. This and his interpretation of his characters bring the stories to life. Highly recommended to anybody interested in roleplaying.

Greg avatar

Greg

Played 42 sessions

I have the pleasure of currently participating in DMChris' Nightmire campaign (nearing 40 sessions at the time of writing this), and I must say, it has been an incredible experience thus far! From the very beginning, DMChris has demonstrated his ability to create a rich and immersive world. Throughout the campaign, my party has had the opportunity to explore various captivating environments, including vibrant towns, mysterious forests, harsh arctic tundras, treacherous water travel, and even ventured into the depths of dungeons and the enigmatic Underdark. One aspect that truly stands out is the remarkable cast of NPCs that DMChris brings to life. These characters, with their diverse species and age groups, add depth and intrigue to every encounter. Engaging with them requires attentive conversation and intuitive probing to uncover their motivations and hidden agendas. I appreciate how DMChris avoids relying on simplistic stereotypes, challenging us to avoid assumptions based solely on species. The combat encounters in Nightmire are skillfully balanced, providing memorable and exciting moments for my party and me. DMChris carefully crafts each encounter, ensuring that they are both challenging and enjoyable. These battles have already created cherished memories that we continue to talk about and reflect upon. I am particularly impressed by DMChris' ability to manage the campaign according to the play style interests of the players. He is sensitive to inclusivity, and he always works to ensure that any potentially triggering content expressed by the players is avoided. Furthermore, DMChris prioritizes player agency, allowing us to have control over our paths and decisions. This emphasis on freedom and choice adds a dynamic element to the campaign, keeping us engaged and invested in the story. Looking ahead, I anticipate that my adventure in Nightmire with DMChris as the DM will continue to provide countless memorable moments. The world-building, the captivating roleplaying interactions, the well-balanced combat, and the respect for player agency all contribute to an exceptional ongoing experience. If you're seeking a campaign that offers an immersive world and allows you to shape your own journey, I highly recommend joining DMChris in any of his campaigns. Prepare for an ongoing and unforgettable adventure that will continue to leave a lasting impression!

Richard avatar

Richard

Played 6 sessions

Very patient with new players and teaching how to use Fantasy Grounds.

Matt avatar

Matt

Played 59 sessions

I've been playing with Chris for several months now in a campaign of his own making and have enjoyed and look forward to my game each and every week. He has crafted an interesting world where past events hundreds of years ago have become legends and vague memories but are becoming relevant again and the party needs to unravel the past to understand what is coming. The game includes city politics with different factions and our party has been thrust into the center of it when a key NPC was killed helping us (still not sure if this was "scripted" or him tap dancing to an unfortunate turn - something I plan to ask him when the campaign ends!). Sessions include both role-play/story heavy ones and combat/dungeon crawls and is a nice mix. Chris is very good with beginners both to the online tools and the game itself and is very knowledgeable about the rules. We all have a good time and many laughs whether his is kicking our butts or we are kicking his. I would highly recommend checking out any of his games and when this campaign ends, I will be considering his games when I look for what's next.

Emmet avatar

Emmet

Played 2 sessions

I really appreciated Chris's care and consideration at the character creation stage. He also looks to ensure players are involved throughout.

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