Matt Orr

About Matt Orr

As a Gen X Game Master with experience stretching back to 1988, my style is rooted in the golden age of tabletop gaming—when imagination, story, and collaboration ruled the table. I bring a blend of classic storytelling and modern pacing, drawing on decades of systems and genres to craft experiences that feel both nostalgic and fresh. My games balance deep lore and cinematic action, encouraging players to immerse themselves in character and world alike. Whether running pulp adventure, dark fantasy, or Lovecraftian horror, your focus is on shared storytelling, memorable moments, and player agency—the hallmarks of the old-school table brought forward into today’s playstyle. My GMing philosophy emphasizes fun, flow, and flexibility. Rules serve the story, not the other way around, and every session is about creating a memorable narrative together. I watched RPGs evolve from graph paper dungeons to narrative-driven epics, and I know how to pull the best from every era—balancing structured challenge with freeform creativity. For me, tabletop gaming isn’t just a pastime; it’s a lifelong craft built on connection, laughter, and the joy of seeing players light up when the dice hit the table.