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Michael

Michael (he/him)

5.0

(52)

Game Designer

1 year on StartPlaying

269 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Inclusive

Average response time: Under 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

About me

Hail Adventurers! 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've become a fixture in my local game store's Adventurers League. It's safe to say I'm no stranger to the world of tabletop roleplaying. 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 be your story enabler, empowering you, the players, to steer the narrative and create truly unique adventures. Be sure to explore my array of public games, where I regularly host a variety of one-shot adventures and campaigns that promise hours of fun and excitement! I can't wait to roll the dice with you and share some fantastic adventures!

GM Style

In my games, you can expect a delightful blend of zany antics, heart-pounding tactical combat, and immersive roleplay experiences. The extent to which we dive into each of these elements largely depends on your playstyle and preferences. My top priority is to ensure that fun is the driving force behind every adventure. I'm committed to creating an atmosphere where everyone not only has a blast but also plays a pivotal role in shaping the overarching narrative. So, whether you're into wild escapades, strategic battles, or deep character interactions, there's a place for you in our shared story, and I'm here to make sure it's an unforgettable journey for all.

Game Master Reviews (52)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Creativity

Storytelling

Inclusive

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Safda

Played 62 sessions

Michael's a lot of fun and brings a lot of energy to the game, he's also great at explaining rules and mechanics to newer players. It's obvious Michael also spends a lot of time between sessions preparing content or updating information and resources for players in his Discord.

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Jessica

Played 48 sessions

Michael pours an amazing amount of work into whatever game or session he has planned we have maps, music, fantastic narrative, a discord where we can discuss certain aspects of the session / game and does a session recap for us which helps being able to engage in the role play way more than if you are a note taker. Michael does an amazing job at being a DM, he is patient when answering questions, allows players to be creative, has an amazing playlist that helps set the theme of wherever we may be and he does amazing voices where opportunity arises.

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Dale

Played 32 sessions

So much fun destroying and taking dragons down a few pegs. But honestly always inclusive and a safe, fun game environment. Mikey really lets you bring your characters to life and if you have a crazy idea Mikey will certainly let you TRY haha.

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Plump Pumpkin

Played 29 sessions

Michael was a great DM who was helpful when guiding me through how to use the online platforms for the game. He brings the characters he has created to life really well and is all about having fun at the table. He also facilitates interaction between players, ensuring that we have a good time together while feeling safe. I highly recommend Michael's games to anyone who is interested to play, whether you are a newcomer to TTRPGs or veterans.

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Nick

Played 24 sessions

I have been with Michael since one of his first sessions, and he is my favourite dm to date. His story telling, custom mechanics, all the effort and heart he puts in to his sessions and campaigns as a whole is incredible. I cannot recommend him enough, everyone should get to experience his amazing and enthralling dm style. I can only select 3 tags, but he deserves more.

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Illiquid

Played 24 sessions

My first time playing, was patient and made it fun, really let me explore my options.

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