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JohnRunsGames

JohnRunsGames (he/him)

5.0

(5)

Podcaster
Neurodivergent
Published Writer
Teacher/Educator
Voice Actor

Less than a year on StartPlaying

Highly rated for: World Builder, Creativity, Inclusive

Average response time: 17 hours

Response rate: 100%

About me

Stories are my passion. I'm a writer, podcaster and voice actor but most of all I am a storyteller who values unique, immersive journeys. I prioritize creating a comfortable, safe environment for players/characters to have fun exploring. Each session will be roleplay-heavy and rules-light, with a collaborative story giving every player a chance to shine. I will create our adventure from scratch to aurprise, engage and leave you eager for the next session. If you're just learning I'll help you create the character, understand the basics and jump right in! I got my first D&D manual when I was nine, but I took a long break from RPG's. Later I became a professional actor and improv performer, then a podcast & audiobook narrator & producer. A friend re-introduced me to D&D during COVID, which inspired me to run games for others.

GM Style

Our game will be rules-light in favor of players exploring their characters, team, environment and story. Team missions where all players can assist. Sessions never go past three hours. Count on it. Battles should be exciting, not crunchy. I keep a lot of my work behind the screen to keep things flowing. If you like support I will offer hints at tools/skills you can bring into the fray. I think role-playing works best in your imagination. Discord for audio and dropping info/art and reveals. Owlbear Rodeo or Roll20 for mapping. Theatre of the Mind for the rest! I run one-shots (1 to 3 sessions), campaigns (open-ended) and can be hired to run a game for a group. There will be a paid Session 0 to ensure everyone has fun and the adventure continues to its epic conclusion! We will discuss the kind of story you want (and DON'T want), consent and safety considerations, breaks and anything relevant to the one-shot or campaign to follow. Please be honest about your preferences and limits. We'll discuss safety checks and how to talk about problems before we start the game. Once we agree on the tone and mood, I can set up stakes and challenges we all can enjoy. I prefer collective character creation to ensure everyone is on the same page, give characters backstories relevant to the game, and everyone a chance to shine. I reward creative solutions and praise cool ideas or interpretations of skills and abilities. Rules should support players not block them, but wins should feel feel earned...and they should feel awesome! If you always go for shock value or play just to amuse yourself, this isn't the game for you. Violence and innuendo may have a role in our game, but it's my job to keep the mayhem in line with what all characters want. Teamwork makes the dream work! Whether you are just getting into RPGs or looking for something new, Star Trek Adventures is the perfect platform for you! The Second Edition simplifies the rules and doubles down on storytelling and character building. Star Trek encourages us to be our best, most heroic selves, and imagines a world where anything is possible... perfect for role-playing! Roleplay: High Combat / Tactics: Medium Puzzles: Medium Experience level: Open to all

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