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Wayne

he/him

5.0

(7)

Timezone

America/chicago

Identity

Disabled
Neurodivergent
Artist
Game Designer
Multi-lingual

About Wayne

Hey there! I'm a Game Master and Tabletop Game Designer based in Kansas City with over fifteen years of experience bringing stories to life for all kinds of people. My games are focused on 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons and are text-based on Discord. I love using Alchemy and Beyond maps to make things even more immersive. I’ve got a Master Tier subscription and access to all content on DnDBeyond, so you’ll have everything you need to dive into your adventure. I enjoy crafting narrative-focused, player-driven experiences and am here to help you tell your character’s story in an open-world environment. **Why text-based?** I run text-based games due to their flexibility and accessibility. They allow participants to engage at their own pace, making them ideal for players with busy schedules or intermittent activities who cannot commit to a standard sit-down session. The nature of text-based communication caters to players with speech impediments, hearing loss, blindness, and neurodivergent conditions such as ADHD and Autism. For neurodivergent players, the format allows for more control over the timing and environment in which they engage, reducing stress and sensory overload that can occur in traditional sessions. Text-based gameplay can also be adapted with assistive technologies such as screen readers, and players have the opportunity to carefully craft their responses, ensuring they can fully express their characters and thoughts. As a DM who experiences partial deafness and neurodivergence, I feel inclined to create an inclusive environment in which everyone can participate and experience the magic of tabletop storytelling. **What about Voice and In-Person games?** Yes! I do run voice-chat-based and in-person games. I'm more than happy to accommodate campaigns, tables, and players who prefer this option. If you are interested in booking a game in one of these formats, please explore the "request booking" button on my profile or shoot me a message either here or on Discord.

At a glance

1 year on StartPlaying

22 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Storytelling

How Wayne runs games

My style focuses on player agency while utilizing the rules to ensure consistency and fair play. I'm always more than happy to discuss characters or actions if you’re unsure how to accomplish what you have envisioned! We will work together to make it happen without taking away from other players, performing major alterations to the rules, or creating an inconsistent experience. When you book a game at my table or sign up for one of my campaigns, you guarantee yourself a character, a character arc, and a narrative focused around you, your party, and the story you want to tell. So go forth and have some fun!

Wayne's Preferences

Systems

Dungeons & Dragons 5e
Dungeons & Dragons 4e
Cyberpunk Red
Star Wars 5e
The One Ring 2e
Advanced Dungeons & Dragons 2e
The Lord of the Rings™ Roleplaying 5e
Pendragon 6th Edition
Wayne's games