Gerik (he/him)
5.0
(59)
2 years on StartPlaying
473 games hosted
Highly rated for: Teacher, Sets the Mood, Knows the Rules
About me
Greetings, fellow adventurers! I’m Gerik, your dedicated Pathfinder 2e Game Master! For years, I’ve been immersed in the world of Golarion, guiding brave heroes through its fantastical world. I bring a blend of creativity, humor, and immersive storytelling to every session. I take heavy inspiration from shows like Narrative Declaration/Glass Cannon Podcast, and look to foster a table community where everyone can laugh together and feel welcome. I have been described as theatrical, high-energy, and a bit of a madman when playing a nefarious villain. But above all, I am a GM who wants you to have a good time, and I'll do my best to make that happen! But don't just take my word for it, see what others have to say: Avery: "Honestly Gerik's games are some of the most fun I've had in years playing TTRPGs." - 147 Sessions Heath: "He adds a ton of personality to the encounters with his voices and memorable enemies" - 53 Sessions Matt: "He is very passionate about his games - He goes all in with his characters, really bringing them to life." - 131 Sessions So come on, what are you waiting for? Book a game! I look forward to playing with you soon!
GM Style
Roleplay Intensity: I thrive on character-driven narratives. When players fully embrace their roles, magic happens. Expect a welcoming environment where voices, quirks, and character depth are encouraged and celebrated. Expect improv RP moments with both NPCs and your fellow players. Pathfinder isn't only about combat, I believe you can tell great narrative stories with this system! Players in my games are encouraged to explore their characters' motivations and personal growth, and how their unique personalities, values, and desires shape their actions and evolve. Pathfinder 2e Mastery: This system is my bread and butter. From the intricate action economy to the rich lore, I’ve got you covered. I love highlighting all the cool details of Golarion and putting spotlights on lesser-known aspects through my original games! Not every encounter will be a slugfest either, we'll use the various subsystems that Pathfinder has on offer to add variety to your experience! Teamwork Challenges: Pathfinder 2e thrives on teamwork. My encounters are designed to test your group’s synergy. We’ll face cunning foes, unravel mysteries, and celebrate victories together. Know this: a hero's path is never traveled alone, and you'll need daring allies to conquer the challenges I have in store for you! Custom Content: In addition to official Paizo adventures, I also create all sorts of original content. Whether that's original adventures/campaigns, assets like maps created using various programs, or new baddies to keep you on your toes, I am ready and able to give our adventures a personal touch!
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Game Master Reviews (59)
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Players say this GM is great at:
Teacher
Sets the Mood
Knows the Rules
After nearly a year of adventuring through sewer stink, courtroom drama, political conspiracies, and whatever Jean thinks counts as “comedy,” I can safely say Gerik is one of the absolute best GMs. I've been playing in Gerik's Steel Falcons homebrew campaign and it's been phenomenal. He strikes that rare balance between heart and humour, giving weight to the serious moments without ever losing the joy of the game. The tension hits hard. The laughs hit harder. And somehow, it never stops being character-driven. What sets Gerik apart most though is his dedication to the character's stories. Every single one feels like they matter. Backstories aren’t just flavour, they’re fuel for the plot. Whether you’re the chosen one or the chaos gremlin (me), you get your moments. Big moments. The kind that remind you why you love tabletop games. I’m deeply grateful for the world he’s built, the way he’s included all of us in it, and for showing what it looks like when a GM truly gives players the space to shine. Thank you for the stories, the stakes, and the shenanigans.
Gerik is an excellent Gamemaster! Well-prepared, thoughtful, takes time to respond and help players. He also has an amazing and contagious enthusiasm for the game, which makes it apparent that he loves what he is doing (and that passion carries over into everything game-related!)
Gerik brings a theatricality and fun-loving energy to every game he runs. He doesn't just run an adventure straight from the book, he puts in the work both for your characters AND in the system itself to bring an experience that is story-rich, mechanically satisfying, and truly engaging. Dude is the man.
STOP scrolling. Congratulations! You've found the one. This guy is in every sense of the idea a professional GM. The Running of Foundry, Maps, Art, Music and game plugins are all better than I have ever experienced; and the man's RP has me flinching in terror, roaring in victory, or belly laughing at some NPC doing the worm. And I'm beginning to really root for our character's as they try and make their live's into something. Saturdays are suddenly a day to step into a fantastic and dangerous world for a a few hours. As far as experience with beginners; I had played a bit of PF2E before my current game with G (Sky King's Tomb adventure path), and no Foundry use to speak of, but within two sessions or so I felt very comfortable with the systems of play. And in no small part to Gerik's patience with my learning. Getting going in the game has been so comfortable. The level's of RP are very adjustable so far. Gerik seems to pay a lot of attention to each person's level of enthusiasm for RP, and I've gotten a lot of opportunity to RP out my weird little excitement to be an old timey Barber/Survivalist (thats a weird combo now that I write it out..). The combat has been on the challenging side from my experience. I didn't have to minmax my character to the N'th degree, but thoughtful preparation has been essential so far. And boy howdy does G have an affinity for wicked traps. I've gotten by on more encounters than I can count with a handful of hitpoints or less. And now I have an unbridled hatred for evil Mushroom people, thanks a bunch for that one G! (haha, but seriously dude...) I'm not sure how else to really sell you on the guy. He's constantly cranking out new stuff, and updating old AP's so I guess if you see an AP that he's running all I can do is tell you to click that yes button. It's some of the best money I can spend for my time every single week. And I couldn't be happier with it. (unless you join the 4th slot for our Sky King's Tomb game happening every Saturday, that'd make it better)
Incredible value. This is the first time I have truly felt like I was getting what I paid for! I was hesitant to keep trying to pay for games, but luckily, I landed on Gerik! Gerik does a good job setting the mood by using a variety of themed sounds and background playlists. He also uses amazing and varied character voices. He makes each character feel like part of the story and keeps you interested in each plotline. He also gives each player equal time to shine. Tons of visual aids that make the game smoother considering its complexity. His modules allow for each player to keep track easily of their stats and are very helpful. Overall, his modules are awesome! Gerik knows the rules and has a good set of baseline rules for play including some awesome homebrew choices. He adds things like hero point deck which have made our game even more enjoyable. A point where Gerik shines for me is his understanding of moving the game forward. This is where I think a lot of GMs fail. Gerik doesn't let turns take too long and knows when a scene is getting stagnant. This feature of his gameplay alone is very appreciated. I have had times in the past where things like side chatter, combat turns, and misunderstandings of PF2e rules have taken way too long. When paying for a TTRPG the last thing you want is those things to add up to an hour or more of time wasted in a 3–4-hour session. I would recommend Gerik for anyone looking for a phenomenal Pathfinder 2e experience. He really sets the gold standard for StartPlaying games.
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