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Kris

Kris (he/him)

5.0

(7)

1 year on StartPlaying

Highly rated for: Sets the Mood, Visual Aid, Voices

About me

Hello there adventurer! My name is Kris (37Male/He/Him), I have been a DM since I first started playing DND, even from the beginning when I first started trying to learn with my friends, I was the one who ran the games for everyone. I continue to do so now, 15+ years later, only today I get to use the music I create at home, and the maps I make on my computer, instead of drawing on grid paper while we listen to my cd player skip in the background. ((check out my youtube link for my voices, and music I make))

GM Style

I love to tie peoples backstories into the campaign, I lean a little bit more on RP, but find myself throwing in combat at least once per session. I very much root for my players, I dont like a dm vs players environment. I have ran for AL, so Im very much capable of making combat difficult, but most times, I try to just make sure it fits the story, rather than throwing in a bunch of random encounters that tend to bog things down. I like to use tons of maps to make sure there are visual tools for people to reference, I find myself always filling in the gaps most modules have, providing maps for every area that's being missed, usually taverns, churches, and storefronts. I also like to make sure ambience is being played, with the music I make personally, or tracks Ive collected throughout my life, I very much like to immerse my players in my world with vibrant details. I do like to use voices, and have a wide range of them, I practice them daily, and try to develop more as I get older. I find it helps distinguish npcs, but also help people get a feel for the people theyre interacting with. (check out my youtube link for my voices, and music I make)

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Game Master Reviews (7)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Sets the Mood

Visual Aid

Voices

Juli avatar

Juli

Kris has been an excellent DM to play with since the first messages we exchanged. I'm new back to the game after 20+ years and he's been encouraging, helpful and so much fun. I would love to be able to select all the tags for him. His visuals and music add so much to the experience, and he makes each NPC stand out with voices and character flavour. Player creativity and ideas are welcomed, and he works hard to make sure the group fit is good and everyone is enjoying themselves.

Rebecca Wilson avatar

Rebecca Wilson

Kris allows us a good amount of RP but does not let the story drag. He exercises good player management and is always well prepared for any antics that arise.

Phillip Fehler avatar

Phillip Fehler

Fair even tempered GM that paces the game well between combat and RP

James Malloy avatar

James Malloy

Kris is helpful and knowledgeable about the game, and will work with you to make sure you get the experience you are hoping for!

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Chambray

I've been playing at Kris's table for just over two years now, spanning 3 campaigns. I've never met a more passionate GM. Kris puts an amazing amount of work into his prep and it really shows. Custom maps, great ambient music, custom tokens and handouts are hallmarks of his games. Kris makes himself very available to his players between sessions to discuss characters, lore, mechanics and anything else you might need, and he tends to respond very quickly. Kris is very dependable and punctual. In the 2+ years I've been at his table I can't think of a single time he's called a session off. Overall great GM if you're looking for an immersive, rp-driven game.

Dan avatar

Dan

I’ve been playing D&D for a few years, and Kris is the best DM I’ve had. No one has been more reliable and better prepared. Too many games fall apart part way into a campaign, but Kris is a rock who makes sure to bring a fun attitude and atmosphere each and every week. He’s also very patient with new players and helps them learn the game in a welcoming environment. He has also made himself available to me outside game time to answer questions. I wholeheartedly recommend Kris.

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