About me

Hello! My name is John, though around the gaming table my players know me as Jonne5 (short for Johnny 5). I have been a dedicated Dungeon Master for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition for over 10 years. Throughout that time, I’ve orchestrated more than 50 campaigns, including several long-form adventures that have unfolded over five or more real-world years. While I have experience running a wide range of published modules, my true passion lies in crafting original, homebrew content—worlds rich with lore, dynamic characters, and immersive story arcs tailored to my players' choices. I love blending storytelling, improvisation, and deep mechanical knowledge to create unforgettable experiences at the table, and I thrive on building narratives where every player feels vital to the journey.

GM Style

My Dungeon Mastering style is a balanced blend of all elements of D&D, with a strong emphasis on roleplay and story-driven narratives. I prioritize creating a world where characters' choices matter and the unfolding story feels organic, collaborative, and deeply personal. When combat does arise, it’s designed to be high-stakes, high-reward, and edge-of-your-seat thrilling—something my players often highlight as a signature of my games. Battles are not just mechanical encounters, but moments of genuine tension, strategy, and drama. I am highly versed in the core rules of Dungeons & Dragons, but I believe that flexibility is key to the best games. I often adapt and modify rules to better suit the tone, pacing, and needs of each campaign, ensuring a consistent and immersive experience tailored to my players and the story we are telling together. To heighten immersion, I incorporate a variety of tools into my sessions: - **Voice Mod** for quick, dynamic voice changes across numerous NPCs - **Syrinscape** and **Fantasy+** for ambient soundscapes, scene transitions, and impactful audio cues - **Roll20** for detailed battlemap creation, visual storytelling, and managing the flow of online campaigns My goal is always to create an experience where players are fully drawn into the world—emotionally invested, creatively engaged, and excited to see what comes next.

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