Kobold Kaverns (GM Mike)
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About Kobold Kaverns (GM Mike)
"Humans need fantasy to be human..."- Death My name is Mike and I'm a happy little TTRPG enthusiast currently residing in the South East of England, having claimed this land with the aid of my supportive partner and my less than supportive minions (three grumpy cats)! One day after a theatre rehearsal I was pressured into joining this weird cult where they rolled dice and seemed to pray to them for success... I then thought: "Why not let it consume my life?" Now I'm a GM with over 10 years of experience in over 40 different systems, meaning that I'm ever keen to share my love of Tabletop Role-Playing (TTRPG) with as many new players as I can! Thus Kobold Kaverns was born, a goal of mine to help both fresh and veteran players alike to get involved in their favourite TTRPG settings, or to discover brand new ones, all presented with high-quality maps, tokens, music, and storytelling! All of this is run by your friendly neighbourhood GM Mike! A man who not only has way too much time on his hands, but also has a passion for acting, gaming, and bringing people together through online tabletop games. Whether it is the well-known dungeons of D&D 5.E, the dark and anarchist-filled future of Cyberpunk, or the cramped terrifying atmosphere of Alien, you are guaranteed to find a game (and a group) to suit your play style! Nothing is more rewarding than seeing my players fully engaged with the story, whether it be through laughter or tense anticipation of the action to come. My goal is to create an immersive and gratifying experience for all involved! I am adept at crafting customized adventures tailored to each player's character, but I am also experienced in running pre-written modules for those who prefer a more structured gaming experience. Are you searching for a skilled and experienced game master to lead you on an exciting TTRPG adventure? Look no further because I am here to guide you! Don't hesitate to contact me if you are seeking a passionate and experienced game master to help bring your TTRPG adventure to life. Let's connect for a friendly chat and discuss how we can make your gaming experience one to remember!
At a glance
2 years on StartPlaying
294 games hosted
Highly rated for: Sets the Mood, Creativity, Storytelling
Average response time: 3 hours
Response rate: 100%
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I became a GM because
no one would run games for me, so I thought, "Fine, I'll do it myself...."
I got started GMing...
During university, when my acting society forced me to participate in their cult's favourite pastime ritual!
When I'm not running games I'm...
planning games, of course!
How Kobold Kaverns (GM Mike) runs games
I'm a laid-back GM with a patient and welcoming attitude towards new players, and will put in maximum effort to help ease them into any system or setting! This doesn't mean that I can't cater to the challenge and deep roleplay that more experienced players crave! I love weaving intricate plots and complex encounters to test the might of all of my players! As a passionate storyteller, I love nothing more than building gritty and realistic adventures that challenge my players and push them to their limits. All of this comes alongside practiced voices (silly and serious), immersive audio, dramatic music, and vivid descriptions playing into both Theatre of the Mind and alongside various battle maps! When preparing a game, I pay attention to the smallest details, review key points, and incorporate backstories into the adventure to maximize the significance of each character and their choices. Your enjoyment and the story we create together trumps Rules As Written, and as long as everyone is having a great time (whether through laughter, tears, or screams of excitement) that is all that matters! ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฎ๐ฉ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐ ๐ซ๐จ๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ฌ ๐ฐ๐ก๐จ ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ญ ๐ฅ๐๐๐ฌ๐ญ ๐ ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐ฒ๐๐ซ๐ฌ- - ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฒ ๐ ๐ ๐๐ฆ๐๐ฌ, ๐ ๐๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ญ๐ก ๐๐ซ๐๐! ๐๐ก๐๐ญ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐ ๐0% ๐ฅ๐จ๐ฒ๐๐ฅ๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ข๐ฌ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ!
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I once ran a session...
where a bunch of Vampires got drunk on alcohol infused blood and decided to go to Buckingham Palace! They got lost on the Tube...
Rules are...
guidelines rather than...rules?
When it comes to voices
they speak to me...telling me to change the enemy health...telling me to TPK...all I like coming up with new ones that make the party laugh and feel immersed!
Kobold Kaverns (GM Mike)'s ideal table
My table is all about a character-driven story, leading you to great heights and frightening lows! It is all about those epic moments and shared laughter, and it just isn't possible without a group of players that seek that experience! If you are looking to play a video game and focus on big numbers, this might not be the table for you, but if you are searching for feelings of hope, horror, sadness, love, and fellowship, then we welcome you with open arms!
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I think it's a red flag when players...
don't let others speak. Everyone has a voice at my table and even the smallest contribution can leads to massive change!
I think min/maxing...
isn't the goal. The goal is a party-driven story where failure drives you forward and can lead to some amazing roleplay moments! Flaws can define a person and weakness can be a driving force!
My table is not the place for...
real world politics, homophobia, transphobia, sexism, or racism!
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