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Jonny | Badger Den Games

he/him

4.5

(31)

Timezone

America/denver

Language

English

Identity

LGBTQ+
Veteran
Game Designer

About Jonny | Badger Den Games

Welcome, Adventurers. I’ve been running and playing tabletop RPGs for over 20 years, and what keeps me coming back is simple. I love creating stories with people. My goal at every table is to build a space where players feel comfortable, engaged, and excited to see what happens next. I focus on immersive, narrative-driven games supported by rich worldbuilding, dynamic NPCs, ambient music, and character-driven moments. Whether it’s a tense combat, a ridiculous bit of table shenanigans, or a scene that hits a little harder than expected, I aim to strike that balance between fun, freedom, and meaningful storytelling. Player agency is at the heart of how I run games. If you’ve got a wild idea, I’m probably going to find a way to make it work. I believe the best moments come from collaboration, creativity, and saying “yes” when it matters. I’ve run everything from complex systems like Exalted to lighter, more chaotic games like Goblin Quest, and I’m always excited to learn something new. If there’s a system or style you’re curious about, I’m happy to explore it with you. Whether you’re brand new to TTRPGs or a longtime player, you’ll find a welcoming table here. A place where stories connect, choices matter, and every session feels like part of something bigger.

At a glance

4 years on StartPlaying

586 games hosted

Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, World Builder

Average response time: Under 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

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When I'm not running games I'm...

a stay-at-home dad with two girls. . . so a lot of cooking, cleaning, and laundry! I also enjoy playing video games (when I can) and listening to TTRPG podcasts such as Critical Role, Dimension 20, Dungeons & Daddy's, Dungeons & Drag Queens, Old Gods of Appalachia, etc.

How Jonny | Badger Den Games runs games

- Narrative is king in my book! - Player's run the show, I just set the stage - All the character voicing! - Combat can be challenging at times but fast paced.

Jonny | Badger Den Games's Preferences

Systems

Cypher System
Monster of the Week
Cyberpunk Red
Shadowdark RPG
Level Up Advanced 5th Edition
Old Gods of Appalachia
Daggerheart

Game style

Dungeon Crawl

Theater of the Mind

Rule of Cool (RoC)

Sandbox / Open World

Realm Building