About me

Welcome, Adventurers! I'm Jon-Paul, but you can call me J.P. I've been deeply immersed in the world of tabletop RPGs my entire life, both as a player and a Dungeon Master. With experience spanning D&D (from 2nd to 5th edition), Pathfinder, Cyberpunk, Vampire: The Masquerade, and many other iconic games, I bring a wealth of knowledge and passion to every session. Currently, I'm diving deep into Pathfinder 2e, a system I find especially engaging for a mature audience seeking depth and complexity. I strive to elevate every player's experience by using a variety of tools, including Foundry VTT (hosted), Syrinscape and Spotify for ambient sounds and pulse-pounding combat music, and a dedicated Discord server for session interaction and community building. My sessions are rich with character voices, an extensive RPG book library, and a commitment to crafting thrilling, immersive experiences. My GM Philosophy My top priority is ensuring every player has an incredible time. I design encounters to be both intelligent and challenging, creating a rewarding sense of accomplishment with every victory. For me, "winning" as a GM means seeing my players fully immersed and enjoying themselves, not merely trying to outsmart the party. You and your group are the true storytellers, and every session adds to the epic saga of your characters. A Player’s Perspective As an active player myself on StartPlaying, I understand what it means to be on both sides of the screen. This helps me stay open-minded as a GM, welcoming suggestions to improve the experience. I make myself available to all my players outside of sessions for any questions, character creation guidance, backstory development, or just for a casual chat. I even host a vibrant, paid Discord server filled with enthusiastic players who share a love for the game. An Inclusive, Welcoming Table At my table, everyone is welcome. I embrace players from all walks of life and backgrounds, fostering a space where respect and fun are paramount. My two main rules? Respect your fellow players and have fun with your character and the group! Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the genre, I’m here to make sure you feel comfortable and excited to jump in. If Foundry VTT feels daunting, I offer free tutorials to help you get up to speed and enjoy the game to its fullest. Having said that, I do run mature themed games, which are often gritty and can incorporate salty language, which do require a baseline mental and emotional maturity and resilience, which is why all of my games are 18+. I do not allow real world racism/sexism or general hate into my games, but certain themes that may have parallels to past real-world events may present themselves within the game itself in relation to the game world setting. I do make efforts to tailor those situations depending on the vibe of the group as a whole and have an open-door policy to address any concerns with the material or other players. So, if you’re ready for epic adventures, unforgettable characters, and a fun, supportive, and engaging community, come join one of our tables! I currently have a Saturday evening slot open for private games, with plenty of flexibility earlier in the week. Let’s embark on a new journey together!

GM Style

I employ a healthy mix of role-play and challenging combat. I use maps (displayed in Foundry) as visual aids, during exploration and for combat as well. Role-play is one of the things I live for and I encourage my players to stay in character as much as possible, within reason and player comfort zones. I love bringing characters to life with my voice, along with a great toolbox full of sounds and music to really immerse the players into the fantasy worlds we play in. I also really like to re-make the maps from the modules, and add maps that aren't generally included, which allows a lot more flexibility within the VTT for exploration within the game, and, I think, helps to maintain an immersive atmosphere. I like to play as close to the rules as possible but will choose the "rule of cool" over "rules as written" where and when appropriate. I won't fudge dice rolls, since, along with roleplaying, I consider a sense of randomness and "fate" as integral to the overall game experience. I also offer free Foundry Tutorial sessions to my players during the week, to help them get comfortable with the VTT, and also to practice with your character's capabilities, and learn a new game system if you are new to the genre!

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