Sean Trew (he/him)
5.0
(26)
5 years on StartPlaying
343 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, World Builder
About me
Greetings, adventurers! I am Sean Trew, a seasoned Dungeon Master with over 15 years of experience weaving unforgettable tales in the realm of tabletop RPGs. As a storyteller, I place the player characters at the forefront, ensuring their choices shape the narrative and breathe life into a living, breathing story crafted by our collective imaginations. Drawing from my background in the entertainment industry, I bring a unique blend of preparedness, entertainment value, and most of all consistency to each session. With discipline, organization, and a touch of theatrical flair I create immersive worlds in classic High Fantasy fashion infused with modern twists. Political intrigue, diabolical plots, ethical conundrums, fate and destiny, and world-shattering events all intertwine to deliver captivating gaming experiences. Utilizing digital assets like Foundry VTT I seek to enhance our adventures with visual splendor, dynamic combat encounters, and a various game enhancing modules all serving to give you the full D&D experience. With access to the entire DND Beyond library, players receive full access during our adventures, empowering the player characters with the tools they need to thrive. And with over 100 meticulously crafted battle maps and subscriptions to top-tier map makers, the stage is set for epic encounters. So if you're looking for a complete D&D experience, then I am the DM for you!
GM Style
In my campaigns, I strive to create a well-rounded experience where player choices carry weight, shaping the narrative and leaving a lasting impact. As a Dungeon Master, I embody the perfect combination of preparation, entertainment, and consistency. My experience in production, acting, directing, and writing fuels my storytelling prowess, allowing me to orchestrate engaging stories with believable characters, compelling story beats, and seamless improvisation. The ultimate goal of my campaigns is for players to depart with fond memories and a sense of pride in the stories we co-create. Through a character-building process, thoughtful Session 0 discussions, and ongoing communication, I ensure that players are engaged, involved, and invested in the narrative. Private Discord channels foster camaraderie and serve as hubs for updates and discussions between sessions. On game days, I am readily available to address questions, and each player is provided ample opportunities to contribute their ideas and shape their character's personal journey. Collaboration is key in my games, where every player has the opportunity to shine and the narrative flows at a fluid pace. The sessions leave you craving more, and the journeys your characters embark upon feel uniquely their own. So, gather your courage, embrace the thrill of adventure, and join me in crafting a tale that will linger in your heart and memory. Together, we will forge legends, unravel mysteries, and experience the magic of collaborative storytelling. A D&D game where heroes are born, destinies are realized, and unforgettable stories are forged. š¤š¤š¤
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Game Master Reviews (26)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Storytelling
Creativity
World Builder
Having played in several campaigns with Sean; I can confidently say that he is a master at providing his players with an amazing sandbox for them to explore both their characters and the world around them. Heās games always feel like a welcoming environment for both new and veteran players. His games are filled with many branching narratives that remarkably intertwine with backstory input from the players. Player characters each have ample time in āthe spotlightā as Sean allows for players to have NPCs, Locations, and events tailored for helping them shine over the course of a campaign. Session have a nice balance of combat, social, and exploration as dictated by the playerās interests and Sean was always prepared, even if the playerās requests came out of nowhere. Iāve had an amazing time playing with Sean as my DM and look forward to playing in more games of his.
Sean is one of the best DMs I've ever had the pleasure of playing with. I have joined his Tal'Dorei campaign and you can truly tell the amount of thought and work he puts into each and every session. He uses Foundry and always has very good visual aids and maps and always puts players into very cool places that gives us the agency to make choices and affect the story. Speaking of story, his passion and natural talent for storytelling is unmatched. Through the good times and bad times of our characters he always threads a great story and things that happened many sessions ago have a clear impact on the world. I could honestly sit here and compliment him all day long, but it's best if you just join a session with him and experience it for yourself!
Let me start out with the bottom line... Sean is a great DM. I am in my second long term campaign with him. My first was a drop in Ghosts of Saltmarsh game that quickly developed into a full fledged, half homebrew game that went for a little over a year. Sean puts so much thought and creativity into his job as a DM, always with the narrative in mind. When making rulings, he is always fair. He certainly encourages player agency, and takes your vision for your character and turns it up to 11! Hire him.
Sean is amazing for all levels of players. His adventures are exciting, fun, and challenging. He has a big sandbox and allows players freedom to investigate and connect into his world. The storyline is complex incorporating player backgrounds beautifully. Challenging fights that are lifetime memories. Characters are vivid and engaging. The entire time you think just one step from saving the world, or not. I encourage you to try his games, I doubt you will be disappointed.
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