Matt (he/him)
5.0
(12)
1 year on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, Teacher
About me
What's up party people? I'm Matt, a forever Dungeon Master for over 7 years! I've had so much fun hosting friends, family, kids, strangers and everybody in-between at my Dungeons & Dragons tables. If you're thinking about trying D&D 5e for the first time, or flexing your roleplay muscles with a new group, let's team up! I primarily host through Roll20 and Discord. I'm available for pre-game character creation tutorials, session zeros, one-shots and short adventures. I primarily run official Wizards of the Coast D&D 5e content, but I have a couple other systems up my sleeve. LGBTQ+ friendly, RPG Safety Compliant and a firm believer in the "Rule of Cool". Questions are welcome! Find me on Discord: Dungeon Mattster #4811 - Matt
GM Style
I thrive in High Magic Heroic Fantasy. Generally, I am 50/50 on roleplay and combat, and try my best not to let rules detract from a great roleplay situation or slow down combat. When it comes to roleplay, I'm not afraid to delve into silliness, theatrics, villany and passion. Every NPC you meet will have something to say (even the plants and beasts, for all you Druids out there!) When it comes to combat, I like keeping things intense and fast! I actively swap out mechanics that rob players of whole turns (looking at you, D&D 5e Stunned & Paralyzed) and find a better way to challenge the players... I also have an optional House Rule to make Skill Checks cheaper and more useful in combat! Lastly, I believe a DM is a host, not an adversary. My players can expect to have lots of creative agency, spotlight, and a even a little "DM power"... but with a little power comes a little responsibility. My table is RPG safety compliant and runs on open communication.
Game Master Reviews (12)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Storytelling
Creativity
Teacher
Aqil Muqashim
Matt is great in many aspects. He has a fun approach to things and his energy is infectious. He has a good grasp on the rules without sacrificing fun. He is inclusive and made everyone on the table has the best time they could have. I would sacrifice my first born to play with him again.
theworldstage
refreshingly simple, well-scaffolded, straightforward, rich, prepared
Don
Good vibes, incredibly understanding, and quite good at letting the group as a whole have equal control over the story.
Evan Xavier
Matt was the first one to DM for me about five years ago, yet every time I hop into another session of his, he surprises me with something new. His passion and commitment are on another level, to the point that even his players have been inspired to hop in the DM seat!
Avalith
Matt creates worlds which feel incredibly vibrant and alive, full of fun characters and engaging locations. He is also very dedicated to maximizing player enjoyment by checking in on their needs regarding important aspects such as balancing RP and combat. He's the best DM I've ever played with!!
Saad Kanwar
If you’re looking for a Dungeon Master who can deliver an incredible DnD experience, Matt is the one. He’s hosted hundreds of sessions, and every single one is a testament to his insane storytelling and world-building skills. The way he describes the world around you is so vivid and detailed—it’s like you’re actually there. Every session feels immersive, and he makes it so easy to get into character and try out wild, creative ideas. On top of that, Matt is genuinely one of the kindest and most welcoming people I’ve ever played with. He’s always open to new ideas, no matter how off-the-wall they are, and he has this great way of making every player feel like they belong at the table. He keeps things fun, fresh, and exciting, no matter how many times we’ve played. The dude’s knowledge of DnD is next level—he honestly might have the entire compendium memorized. I’ll never forget when I played Kamaji, an abandoned, war-torn kid who sought revenge which pushed him to become a samurai. Matt came up with a whole storyline for him on the spot, and it was so creative—no clichés, no overused tropes, just a completely original and satisfying arc. Every session with Matt is unique and a blast! If you ever get the chance to play in one of his campaigns, don’t even think twice. Just DO IT!
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