Keith (he/him)
5.0
(93)
4 years on StartPlaying
999 games hosted
Highly rated for: Knows the Rules, Teacher, Inclusive
About me
What I provide: A game that fits your group. A laid-back, friendly approach that welcomes new players. Organization, focus, and online tools to help you tell your story. My intro to d&d was three beige books in a little white box , in 1978. My first hobbit thief was trampled to death by a herd of were-elk. Despite that setback, I persevered and have been DMing, and occasionally playing, ever since. I launched ColoradoGamemaster.com in 2019 to GM professionally in person, just in time for the Great Plague to make that impossible. StartPlaying and online platforms came along at just the right time, allowing me to bring my games to people around the globe.
GM Style
Whether running published adventures or freeform/ original content, I make myself familiar with the setting, so that when the players go off on an unexpected tangent, there's something there for them. I love it when players solve a problem in an unexpected way, and when they create new problems for themselves! I'm a huge fan of Kobold Press content and allow and encourage their player options, particularly when playing in their setting of Midgard. My specialty is helping beginners to learn to play and to feel comfortable at the table. I often have very diverse tables, with beginners or children alongside veteran players, and have worked with neurodivergent players to make the game easier and more comfortable for them. I make sure everyone gets time in the spotlight (up to their comfort level).
Game platforms used
Keith's Games
Game Master Reviews (93)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Knows the Rules
Teacher
Inclusive
Shaliel
Played 1 sessions
Being the only person that signed up for this quick tour, he went above and beyond in my tour through the Fantasy Grounds VTT. I greatly appreciate his knowledge and expertise.
Meithoes
Played 1 sessions
What a good first session. All the players were working together. Keith knew the rule of course but was also, so fast doing things in the VTT it made the game a great experience. Meithoes
Bryce
Played 1 sessions
Superb for a beginner trying to learn! Expect Keith's games to be more combat focused and rule focused. If you like strategy and you want a more challenging experience after you have learned the ropes, this is still a great choice! You might not get away with as much rule of coolage here than at another table. And if you are new, Keith will throw you a bone when you all need help. Keith will pretty much run you through how to use the fantasy grounds software and for the one shot that I played, programs custom actions for everyone's characters to automate so many things. Phenomenal!
Dan
Played 8 sessions
Keith hosted a Father/Son game for myself, my best friend and our two 12 year old sons. He was excellent. Organized, on time, responsive, and for us most of all - patient with the kids who were learning the game and happy to teach (admittedly even us old guys only knew a little of what to do). Highly recommended!
MonsterVT
Played 16 sessions
Awesome time, great dm
Rosie
Keith was excellent at going over the rules and clarifying as needed in a way that followed the natural flow of the narrative. The plot was fun and engaging and afforded room for each player to try things out. He also went over table culture and the sort of unspoken rules that really solidify a party above and on the table.
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