Justin Cummings (he/him)
5.0
(26)
4 years on StartPlaying
455 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Voices, Storytelling
About me
I am an experienced GM. I work well with people of all ages and skill levels. I have been running a Learn-to-Play-D&D workshop at my local game store for years. It has helped hone my skills working with people new to the hobby, and leading them through exciting adventures. I love gaming with friends, but some of my favorite moments have sprung from strangers at these learning workshops. I might have a table with two pre-teen sisters, a couple in their twenties, and a retiree in her 60s. All of them new to the game, all of them diving into this experience of imagination, problem-solving, and adventure. In the context of the game, they were peers. It was always wild to be a part of such a discovery. I aim to kindle some of that magic online, with these remote games.
GM Style
I prefer a cinematic, narrative style. I like to summarize and skip as much humdrum accounting and inventory management as I can. Arrows? Rations? Encumbrance? Let's not worry about it. As long as nothing absurd is happening, such as trying to put a horse in your pocket, don't keep track of such things. You will either have plenty of ammunition, or none ammunition, if something happens to deprive you of arrows in the story. I am very patient, great with players of all ages. I try to meet the players where they are at, in terms of mood and style. Some people do their homework and show up at the table ready for a nasty scrap. Others just want to explore a fantastic world and make friends with weird creatures. I can make sure either happens depending on the interactions around the table.
Games played
Game Master Reviews (26)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Voices
Storytelling
Roger
Played 35 sessions
He is just an awesome dude and a solid DM
Doctor Ransom
Played 13 sessions
Justin is really such a kind and patient DM, especially for beginners like myself. I joined as a new player during a short-lived campaign that recently ended and I had an absolutely fantastic time throughout. Justin helped me learn a lot about game mechanics, but he also brought so much fun and zaniness to all of our games - including hilarious NPC voices (I love you, Erky Timbers!) and role-play moments, even in the midst of combat heavy dungeon crawls. I'm much more of a confident player now because of his nuanced and educational approach to running games. I can't thank you enough Justin. Cheers my friend!
zach
Played 33 sessions
Justin is an amazing GM. I was a new player just coming back to D & D after 40 years. He made the transition back to playing easy and fun for me. I highly recommend Justin as a GM!
Omar T.
Played 43 sessions
Justin brings a lot to the game. Lots of aids, custom magical items, and interesting twists to the adventures. Players have to opportunity to build themselves up in both directed ways and unexpected ways, and that says a lot about Justin's flexibility and spontaneity. I would, and do, recommend him to anyone looking for an experienced GM.
Timothy
Played 8 sessions
He is great and inclusive willing to help create characters make’s it easy and helps you find the best fit for a beginner like me he was very helpful
Melissa
Justin has a wealth of knowledge about Dungeons & Dragons and other TTRPGs, including new systems from indie game designers. He's great with beginners just starting out as well as experienced players who want to hit the ground running at higher levels. He's a great storyteller and very adept at improvisation. Even when he's using a campaign from a resource book, he finds exciting ways to add his own flare to scenarios and breathe new life into the NPCs. The visual aids, macros, and other automated features he implements on Roll20 ensure that every session is a fun, effortless and immersive experience.
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