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Cost Per Player

$20.00
Josh J.

Josh J. (he/him)

5.0

(5)

Podcaster
BIMPOC
Black
Neurodivergent
Published Writer

Less than a year on StartPlaying

5 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Sets the Mood, Storytelling

About me

I have been running TTRPG games for the past eight years, across various game systems, including Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition, Call of Cthulhu, and Vampire The Masquerade. I have experience running long campaigns, custom and pre-made modules, and one-shot adventures. At my tables, I prioritize immersion, player enjoyment, and a respectful atmosphere where everyone can feel safe. Fun for everyone is paramount! As a game master and player, I enjoy getting deep into characters' backstories and motivations and love livening things up with music, images, and the occasional accent or silly voice.

GM Style

Above all else I value creativity and outside the box thinking in my games! If there's something you want to try or an idea you have about how to approach an encounter or obstacle in-game, I urge you to take the plunge. I usually follow the established rules, but "rule of cool" is more my speed. I like to think of the character sheet, stats, and rulings as guidelines, but I prefer we have conversation and engage in collaborative storytelling. I deeply encourage roleplay and enjoy when my players stay in character as much as possible during play. However, I understand that not everyone is comfortable doing that so I will not force it. I only suggest that you try to make decisions that align with your character and understand that my NPCs will react and respond to the way you engage them. I have extensive experience running both published campaigns/stories and custom homebrews. My favorite D&D module is Curse of Strahd and I always have a blast playing it. Additionally, I am more than happy to put together a homebrew campaign/story upon request. I will need some time to figure things out depending on number of players and style of game so that everyone can have as fun and engaging time as possible! Furthermore, if there is a game you want to play that is not listed on my profile, please let me know and I can absolutely learn it! Lastly, I utilize safety tools in my games (Lines, Veils, "X" card, etc.) to ensure that everyone is comfortable and their needs are respected. I am an advocate, friend, and ally of the LGBTQ+ community, all gender identities, and BIPOC.

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