GM Grant (he/him)
5.0
(49)
2 years on StartPlaying
469 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Knows the Rules
Average response time: 9 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
I will set the stage for you to tell your character's tale. Storytelling is at the heart of everything I do, from creative writing to teaching literature to myths and legends retellings around the campfire. Good stories are all about tension and release, about stakes. Tabletop Roleplaying Games are another manifestation of that but are unique in one way: we create stories together. We become the heroes we have always dreamed of. I’ve been a professional Gamemaster for over three years and a non-pro GM for far longer. I’ve clocked over 1000 hours of digital GMing (not to mention the years of PbP and in-person) and have introduced over 200 new players to the past-time. I have run and still run campaigns professionally for teenagers on Outschool.com where I have nearly 150 five-star reviews.
GM Style
Your job is to create an awesome character. My job is to create an immersive world. Your job is to tell me what you want your character to do. My job is to filter and interpret that through the ruleset, sometimes stretching or creating rules to best fit the situation: "The rules serve you, not vice versa" (5e DMG 235). I know the rules of any system I run like the back of my hand but emphasize tension and narrative above all else. I tend toward a serious-with-comic-relief tone but am adaptable to any tone desired. I enjoy getting into character and use voices for NPCs. I narrate combat, locations, and people with visceral detail but never dump paragraphs on players. I can run homebrew or any prewritten adventure but will always heavily homebrew to adapt to the players.
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Game Master Reviews (49)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Storytelling
Knows the Rules
MiguelTheWarlock
New review
Played 2 sessions
Great DM, very helpful at every step. His worldbuilding and the way he put you into the world with his descriptions were amazing, I would recommend him for anyone wanting to try PbP
Cj Poh
Played 8 sessions
He provides what is the most crucial component of TTRPGs to me: Being willing to bend the story as is suitable to account for the actions of the players, to show that their actions can actually have consequences
Chris
Played 8 sessions
I was initially skeptical about playing in a Play-by-Post (PbP) game, especially with a system as detailed and crunchy as Pathfinder 2e. However, this GM has completely changed my perspective. They keep the game moving at a steady and engaging pace, which is no small feat in a PbP format. Their ability to manage the mechanics while ensuring the story progresses smoothly has made the experience far more dynamic and enjoyable than I anticipated. The GM’s knowledge of the rules is impressive, but they balance that with a willingness to embrace player creativity. They’re open to ideas and find ways to incorporate them into the game without sacrificing the integrity of the system. Their approach makes the game feel collaborative and immersive, creating an experience that is both rewarding and fun. If you’re considering a PbP game and want a GM who knows the system and keeps the action alive, I highly recommend them.
TK421
Played 8 sessions
It takes a special GM to keep PBP going smooth. Grant is exactly that. Pacing is right in the sweet spot, not too rushed and not lagging behind. Highly recommend!
Fluffy
Played 2 sessions
A very good GM, works with the players to try and keep them engaged.
Scott
Played 5 sessions
Grant had a good grasp of the game mechanics and did an excellent job explaining them to me as a newcomer to the system. He also was very good at character development and provided an entertaining experience.
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