Michael
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About Michael
Hello, Hello! I'm Michael, an experienced Game Master from Australia with a passion for unforgettable adventures. Over the years, I've run games for events like Supernova and Avcon, and I was a fixture in my local game store's Adventurers League. I love meeting new people and weaving epic tales. My games are a unique blend of deadly tactical combat and immersive roleplay sprinkled with plenty of shenanigans. My primary aim is to create a world and story that can truly immerse you as both a player and character, presenting you with encounters designed to both enable you to shine and be challenged. I can't wait to roll the dice with you and share some fantastic adventures!
At a glance
2 years on StartPlaying
341 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Inclusive
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
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I became a GM because
I became a GM because I've always loved telling stories. I needed a Hobby to channel my creative juices into, and GMing for me has scratched that itch perfectly!
When I'm not running games I'm...
When I'm not running games, I'm trying to find new ways to improve them and make them the greatest they can be!
How Michael runs games
In my games, you can expect: - A world designed to feel real and immerse you in its characters and locations. - Heart-pounding tactical and cinematic combat with high stakes that create opportunities for, and reward creativity. - Opportunities to explore your character and create your own story beats. - Fun to be the driving force behind every adventure. So, if you're a player who likes to be immersed in a fantasy world, fight in cinematic and strategic battles, and engage in fun personalised stories, then there's a place for you at my table!
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I deal with rules issues by...
I deal with rules issues by making a ruling in the moment and making a note to check in on the actual rule after the game, proceeding with whichever ruling the group decides is the most fun.
My games focus on...
My games focus on telling a story, creating a world that feels real and making any encounter, combat or otherwise, as tactical, unique and engaging as possible!
Rules are...
Rules are important, but fun is more so. I keep to the rules as much as possible, but I am not afraid to bend or break them to create a fun moment or reward creative play!
Michael's ideal table
My Ideal table is a group that really enjoys getting into character and interacting with the story of the world they are playing in. On top of that, a great table is one with characters that we can learn about, experience and grow over time.
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I love it when a player
I love it when a player adds little quirks and flaws to their character's personality that lead to interesting roleplay moments. I also love players who narrate their actions and try to reward those descriptions and traits as much as possible
I think min/maxing...
I think characters should be built around a story first and foremost, and the mechanics should reflect that story
My perfect party mix is
My perfect party mix is a group that really grows to become something of a team or family, one that mourns the loss of a fellow player character and grows in ways that you can see aspects of their fellow party members in one another!
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