Game Master Flash (Aaron) (he/him)
5.0
(13)
3 years on StartPlaying
9 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, Sets the Mood
About me
Hi, I'm Aaron. Otherwise known by my nom de plume, Game Master Flash. I've been playing tabletop RPGs since the early/mid-90's and have been a dedicated GM since the early 00's. My love of creative writing, comic illustration, crafting, and my background in improv and theater all help to assemble what makes me a great GM. My many years of experience have led me to play with a wide variety of players in many different play environments. This has led to me being friendly, entertaining, optimistic, and easy to get along with while I assume the mantle of Gamemaster. If you're curious what that might look like, before you sign up, check out some of my actual play videos on Youtube and see for yourself. (Link at the bottom of my profile) I live in Portland, OR with my wife, 2 cats, and 4 chickens, where I enjoy gardening, cooking, collecting records, saying "namaste" ironically, and running exciting tabletop role-playing games. I look forward to getting to share one or two of those with you! Namaste, (There's the first one.) Aaron
GM Style
My default play style focuses on story-exploration and role-play, but that's what everyone says, right? So what makes me any different than the hundreds of other nerds trying to convince you that your money is best spent with them? Enthusiasm, performance, energy. I've played with GMs at conventions and online, who are downright boring. I always thought, "why does this person have no energy or confidence? If I were to run a game that way, I would be bored, and my players would too." Thankfully, that just isn't me. I bring a background in theater and a lifetime of constantly meeting different, interesting people and I bring that to the table. The goal is to get you excited, engaged, out of that shell (if you brought a shell with you) and into the story we're telling together. My creative streak doesn't end there though. I really strive for "off the beaten path" games, and can really deliver the goods for players who feel likewise. Yeah, I don't often play/run D&D. I'm a fan of many genres of storytelling, and many other game systems, as long as they're exciting. Do you want gritty, zombie-apocalypse survival? An animated series of superpowered protectors? The lost earthling in a strange dimension of rocket ships and ray-guns? X-files meets the Magnificent Seven? Whatever it is, let's talk about it!
Games played
Game Master Reviews (13)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Storytelling
Creativity
Sets the Mood
Janet
Played 1 sessions
I started playing d&d a few years ago, but eventually found that other story focused games were much more my thing. I've had trouble finding groups that play those systems, and found a lot of GMs and players online that do (from facebook, discord, etc) to lack enthusiasm and creativity. Basically, it felt like playing d&d again. This was not the case here, finally! Finally a chance to play the games the way I idealized them in my head. I would definitely recommend Aaron to players seeking a similar play experience.
Hugo
Played 2 sessions
Aaron is a great game master. We wanted to try out the ICONS system and Aaron made it really easy for us to understand the system. The adventure is great, and we really had a good time. I would definitely recommend Aaron as a GM.
bospider 1
He is a very understanding gm and will talk through your options and is a great world builder
Valerie
Aaron is a great GM. He runs a fun game that gives everyone a chance to shine, and the way he GMs encourages creativity in the players.
Jeff
Aaron is always well prepared with a great sense of humor and drama, and a strong desire to work with his players to tell a good story. He made great resources to help new players learn the system, and spices up sessions with music and other fun details.
KalelChase
Aaron was very professional and patient teaching this old gamer a new system. Very collaborative and high improvisational ability made for a great experience with a focus on fun. You can't go wrong playing with Aaron so sign up.
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