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Rane

Rane (he/they)

4.9

(23)

Streamer
LGBTQ+
Cosplayer
Voice Actor
Game Designer

3 years on StartPlaying

157 games hosted

Highly rated for: Storytelling, Inclusive, Creativity

Average response time: 24+ hours

Response rate: 67%

About me

Hello, one and all my name is Rane and I have been a DM/GM for many games over the course of the past 8 years. I have a player-first mentality when it comes to my games and empathize with player choice and creativity. I have run 6-7 large-scale campaigns and about 15-20 One shots during my time but nothing beats watching characters grow in a world of my design. I am a rule of cool style dm where rules are kinda an afterthought if it means the enjoyment of the game goes up.

GM Style

I have a player-first mentality when it comes to my games meaning your character's actions will be vital in my games after all you are the heroes ( or villains) not the guys waiting to be saved by some DMNPC. The actor within me loves a good roleplay session filled with unique voices and humor but sometimes dread and malicious intent, and when words no longer work you'll be in for a cinematic combat style followed by the ever-important "How do you wanna do this?". I put a lot of time into my campaigns and characters and hope you enjoy them just as much as I love running them!

Game Master Reviews (23)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Storytelling

Inclusive

Creativity

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Firoyon

Played 50 sessions

Have had Rane as a dm for years, great story telling and makes sure players feel invested in the world! Great at listening to ideas that players have and incorporating them when possible as long as it wouldn't break the game. really good at helping new players learn to play. would recommend 10/10

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Tad

Played 50 sessions

Rane has been super fun to have as a DM; he's gone above and beyond to make the world enjoyable and immersive for the players. Beyond the campaign as written, he has taken the time to incorporate backstories and ensure player investment, allowing the players to have a personal stake in the world. He works to keep things balanced while allowing players creative freedom, and has maintained a sense of mystery that's left me excited for each new session. He listens to feedback and takes it into consideration, always seeking to improve. I really can't say enough good things and am eager to continue playing with him.

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Taylor

Played 33 sessions

Rane is a fantastic DM! Seeing him as a DM and as a player, has been amazing and really shows his versatility when it comes to story telling and character back stories. He really lets you do whatever you want to do in games and is super supportive with ideas that you bring to the table around the campaign or characters. I've never experienced a DM that puts so much extra time and effort into their campaigns as Rane either and it truly shows in the creativity of everything he's created/worked on. I'd highly, highly recommend Rane as a DM!

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Bryce Caro

Played 30 sessions

10/10 recommend Rane, I've never had a more compelling DM. Great with beginner and experienced players alike. They put in a lot of effort for each session and it truly shows. They are also really knowledgable in terms of rules and mechanics, and are very much about the rule of cool. Can't wait to play more sessions hosted by Rane and hope others get the experience as well!

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Victoria

Played 26 sessions

Rane as a DM and player is exceptionally creative and fun as well as being extremely considerate of other players. He is amazing for beginner players and he always takes the time to teach and incorporate player creativity. I've had the opportunity to be in a campaign with Rane and at his table and it's been an amazing experience. He always comes up with ways to implement character backstories and intertwine characters to help build up party moral. I can't recommend Rane enough as a DM and I look forward to playing in even more campaigns.

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Jackery

Played 25 sessions

I've had the pleasure of being part of multiple campaigns, including Chains of Asmodeus and Vecna: Eye of Ruin, and without a doubt, Rane has been my favorite Dungeon Master so far. Every week, I look forward to the story Rane guides us through—he manages to have the entire party both terrified and surprised every session. Rane keeps us on the edge while still letting us go crazy with our bits and shenanigans. It's a perfect balance of biting your nails and peeing your pants laughing, and it's worth every minute. I couldn't ask for a better DM to lead our chaotic stupid party!

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