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Dopefish

Dopefish (any/all)

4.6

(10)

Less than a year on StartPlaying

27 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Voices, Rule of Cool

Average response time: 4 hours

Response rate: 100%

About me

I'm Dopefish, a GM with over ten years of experience in crafting unforgettable adventures in the worlds of Dungeons & Dragons and beyond. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer eager to embark on your first adventure, I aim to create a thrilling and immersive experience that will leave you eagerly anticipating our next session. I believe in fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where every player's choices shape the narrative. From treacherous dungeons and mystical realms to complex characters and intricate plots, I tailor each campaign to ensure that your story is unique and memorable. I run my games using Fantasy Grounds or Roll20 as well as Discord for voice and organizing. We don't use cameras.

GM Style

Roleplaying is always king at my table. I prioritize deep character development and rich interactions, ensuring that every player feels integral to the story. When the system allows, I incorporate tactical combat to add an exciting layer of strategy and challenge. My sessions are designed to spotlight each player at least once, giving everyone a chance to shine. I embrace an improvisational approach, avoiding rigid narratives and instead collaborating with players to weave a dynamic and engaging story together. Expect a game where your choices matter and your creativity thrives!

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Game Master Reviews (10)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Creativity

Voices

Rule of Cool

Erik avatar

Erik

New review

Played 8 sessions

I am enjoying playing with Dopefish. He's great at embracing player creativity, whether it's with character creation or in-game actions, and he adapts well to spontaneous character behavior. The games have been a nice balance of casual events, intrigue, humor, suspense and action. Encounters have not felt contrived, and combat rarely feels like it's the only way to resolve the tension. He uses a Rule of Cool to great effect, but not excessively, and he has a knack for understanding what the players' intentions are. Dope's character voices, while distinct, are subtle and understated, and blend into the scene smoothly; they aren't exaggerated or cartoonish like some GMs' voices can be. I actually tested multiple campaigns of his before settling on one, and in both cases - despite joining a campaign-in-progress - I felt immediately welcome at the table. After playing in multiple groups, I know he is willing to follow the storyline in the direction that the characters take it. Overall, my sessions have been a lot of fun, and I highly recommend Dopefish.

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Fairy

Played 1 sessions

I didn't play the game and asked to leave because I wasn't feeling good they said it was fine to leave but they charged me anyway. So just know that may happen to you.

Yijarja avatar

Yijarja

Played 7 sessions

Dope runs an enjoyable and flexible game. Good for beginner

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Lali

Played 20 sessions

Dopefish is a fantastic GM that guides players in a compelling story. I've been invested since session 1, and I can't wait to see where it goes. The world building and plot are balanced with player creativity, allowing characters to forge their own path to the goal, and sessions never feel rushed or slow.

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Corey

Played 19 sessions

Dopefish has ran our adventure with an intriguing plot from the beginning. Instantly we were into the story and interacting with the world around us. Dopefish has always let us run wild with creativity while providing the barriers to keep it a game. It has been a fun, story-rich time that I look forward to every week!

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Dustbin

Played 13 sessions

Dope's GM'ing has left so many poignant memories in my life I wish I could leave 6 stars, from unforgettable voices, to characters, stories and settings I still think about over 8 years later. Some of these scenes live rent free in my head when I lay down every damn night. He never seems to stumble, whether it's ad libbing to chase player antics that have gone completely off the rails so much that it becomes the new main story, or making us and all our corny characters feel a part of his vibrant world and story with his wonderful acting and storytelling, I've loved every minute at his table. Can't recommend him enough.

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