Eli

they/them

5.0

(17)

TOP GM

Timezone

America/new York

Language

English

Identity

LGBTQ+

Queer

Hispanic/Latinx

Neurodivergent

Game Designer

No Gen AI

About Eli

Hi, my online buddies call me Eli! I'd like to be your GM. I go by they/he pronouns. I'm happy you're here and interested in the stories that I have to tell. I’ve been GMing since 2018, specializing in D&D 5e 2014, PbtA, and WoD games on Roll20 and in person. I’ve played and/or run D&D 5e, Werewolf the Apocalypse, Hunter the Reckoning, Vampire the Masquerade, Thirsty Sword Lesbians, Monsterhearts, Monster of the Week, Demigods, Legend in the Mists, and Upriver Downriver. I run all of my games with as close to a home game vibe as possible, focusing on safety and group cohesion. Rule of Cool is the name of the game at my tables, but Rules as Written is not discarded. Both will be taken into account for quality of life purposes. Most of my games run for 2-3 hours, which is what my day job allows for. I may run longer games if I can turn this into a more full time venture, but for now I’m typically running games M-F 8pm-10pm Eastern Time. The games are paced appropriately but please slow me down if you need me to. 2 hours is fun and snappy, but I don’t want anyone to feel overwhelmed by the time crunch. All of my session 0's are free. That's where you decide if the game and the group are for you, so don't hold back on any questions or concerns. I also design games! I wrote a TTRPG called Final Girl and I’ve released a few modules for it as well. I occasionally run free or discounted games for Final Girl, so keep an eye out for that! I've also published a one page TTRPG called Cat Scratch, Cat Nap. I hope to eventually publish a Locked Tomb TTRPG as well. Expect an inclusive, safety-forward table where we’re here to have fun in whatever form that takes. LGBTQ+ and allies welcome. If none of the games available appeal to you, please reach out! I'd love to craft a personal experience for you and your friends.

At a glance

1 year on StartPlaying

67 games hosted

Highly rated for: Inclusive, Storytelling, Creativity

$19 per session

Top Game Master

One of StartPlaying's top-rated GMs, a player favorite and highly recommended.

Featured Prompts

I became a GM because

I wanted to create for my friends

My favorite books are

The Locked Tomb Series

My favorite shows/movies are

horror films, specifically the Alien franchise.

How Eli runs games

TABLE CULTURE: No disruptive play. Welcoming to new players. Zero tolerance for harassment. Attitude > experience. LGBTQ+ and allies space. BIPOC and allies space. All of my session 0’s are free so that you can decide to drop the campaign, ask questions, or make requests before sinking any money into it. I run games for those who appreciate Rule of Cool but still respect Rules as Written. My campaigns are a healthy mix of roleplay and combat, and I’m always willing to hear a player out on creative solutions to encounters. Last but not least, I’m here to make sure YOU have fun. If you’re not having fun, I’m not doing my job. Ensuring a fun and safe table may mean that occasionally, a player may not be a good fit for a game, specific group, or it could even be a mismatch between player and GM. I always aim to have these difficult conversations respectfully and promptly. More than anything, I love getting lost in a world we shape together. I take real joy in the responsibility of crafting a game my players will love. I'm someone who finds joy and love in obligation and responsibility, so I will always try to deliver on player expectations while balancing what's fun for the whole table.

Featured Prompts

I once ran a session...

where my players fought god instead of Strahd because I made her a MILF

Rules are...

the foundation for a game but not the end all be all

When it comes to voices

I try my best! However; I'm on T and my voice cracks from time to time.

Eli's ideal table

I’ve played with all kinds of groups, and I prioritize making sure everyone feels welcome and respected. The vibe is warm, playful, and a little chaotic. We joke around a lot, but we still know when to lock in and keep the story moving. What I’m always looking for is a table where people show up for each other, engage with what’s in front of them, and help build momentum. The best sessions happen when everyone is invested in making the game fun. We’re all here to make each other look good.