Sloan (he/him)
5.0
(8)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
17 games hosted
Highly rated for: Voices, Inclusive, Creativity
About me
Hi, I'm Sloan. Really, that's my name. I'm an easygoing and friendly DM who likes tactical combat, meaningful choices, and good sportsmanship. I'm very approachable for new players and love to help newbies discover the magic of the hobby. At the same time, old grognards who like quality classic dungeon diving will find plenty of deep gaming to immerse in. I run efficient, dense sessions. I prioritize fairness, coherent stories, fun, and a good attitude. I value players who have the same priorities.
GM Style
WHAT TO EXPECT ++ Bloody and brutal combat ++ Complex moral / personal dilemmas ++ Strong emphasis on roleplay and story ++ Interesting NPCs ++ Responsive, flexible, respectful DM ++ Character-driven, open-ended narratives WHAT NOT TO EXPECT -- Rules lite -- Excessive silliness at the expense of verisimilitude -- Railroading / excessively linear stories We will always do a free session 0 to establish any specific storytelling boundaries, and I welcome any feedback about how to make you more comfortable at my table. I run tactical, exciting, gritty combat. Narratively, battles are bloody and impactful. I personally love to "do the voice" and act in character. I also sometimes ad lib sound effects. I often use music and soundscapes for tone and mood. I value players who love to roleplay, but don't feel like that means you need to be an actor. Roleplaying just means thinking like your character and responding to things like they would! There's nothing wrong with saying, "I don't think Tav likes that. He's going to say something menacing and intimidating." I don't expect you to know all of the rules, but I do expect you to know how your character works after you've been using them for awhile. Lastly, please be aware that cheating, bullying, and mean-spirited behavior are never allowed at the table. We're here to have fun! Anything more specific will be in individual game listings. Please contact me with any questions or if you'd like me to run something specific for your group.
Games played
Game Master Reviews (8)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Voices
Inclusive
Creativity
Taylor Hargett
New review
Sloan is the best DM anyone could ask for! He’s adaptable and creates an environment which fosters independence and creativity. His storytelling is incredible and he is able to guide his groups without railroading or having a heavy hand. He offers aid when necessary on the rules and gives guidance on how to proceed if there are questions. And again, the storytelling and ambience he creates is unmatched!
Justin Reis
This man has run fun and amazing games with a good story, great characters and twists. His attention to detail and honesty on encounters has left for great memories and stories I still tell today. "Tubby?!" It was with this taunt that I was impaled by a minotaur guardian where i thought it was over but another player came to my rescue. I loved the games Sloan ran...
Kimberly Thompson
Sloan is an incredibly skilled, knowledgeable, fun, patient and creative GM. I was new to tabletop gaming and he made it such an inviting and exciting experience. He takes such great care in crafting compelling storylines and is a fair, but challenging guide through the intricate settings he creates. I honestly never thought I would enjoy gaming in this way, but thanks to his style of GMing I am hooked for life. You won’t regret joining in on one of his campaigns, and whether you’re a beginner like I was, or a seasoned player, he has something to offer to further and enrich your gaming experience. He fosters a safe, fun and inclusive atmosphere for all. He takes great pride in his work and honestly I just feel privileged to have sat through multiple games of his at this point.
John
Sloan is a phenomenal GM, always willing to work with players to make what they're envisioning for their character a reality. Fun NPCs, a full world, and tense combats await. I will also personally attest to Sloan's ability to create an inclusive environment, as playing a queer character in Sloan's game helped me to open up about my own queerness.
CynthPop86
Excellent DM. Fair, charismatic and quick thinking in difficult situations. Creates awesome, fleshed out NPC's and does amazing voices for all of his characters.
Chisaith
Sloan has been playing and DMing for a long time. Great preparation. His voices are far reaching and very enjoyable. I especially like how he makes sure every person at the table gets screen time. Role playing is highly encouraged and often rewarded.
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