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Luke

Luke (he/him)

5.0

(7)

Streamer
Podcaster
Published Writer
Teacher/Educator

4 years on StartPlaying

Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, Teacher

About me

I grabbed my first TTRPG starter kit when I was eight, diving into games through middle and high school until rock' n roll took the spotlight. Post-rock stardom, I found the TTRPG scene had evolved massively, keeping my schedule jam-packed ever since. Nowadays, I helm the main story at The Misadventuring Party and host professional sessions at local conventions. My approach? Narrative-driven all the way. As a published author, my game mastering mirrors my storytelling—expect a mix of mystery and conflict, all tailored around your characters and their in-game actions. My top priority? Laughter. We're here for a good time, and it's all about fun. Keen on learning? I've been guiding newcomers through 5E for six years and can whip up light-rules games like Kids on Bikes, Honey Heist, and Lasers and Feelings in no time. I'm also itching to dive into new systems like Marvel Multiverse, Cowboy Bebop, VHS, and Everyday Heroes, to name just a few. I'm thrilled to join the TTRPG community and share my tales and thoughts with all of you! Let's get together, roll the dice, and set off on epic quests. Whether you're just stepping into the realm of tabletop gaming or you've been around the block, there's endlessly something new to uncover and enjoy in the vast universe of TTRPGs. So, pick up your character sheet, get those pencils ready, and prepare for an adventure unlike any other. The possibilities are endless.

GM Style

So, I've been diving deep into this super story-driven and off-the-cuff way of running my D&D games. Lately, I've been getting a ton of inspo from cool shows like Dimension 20 and The Adventure Zone. Seriously, those shows are like a goldmine for fresh ideas and creative twists, and I've been mixing some of that magic into my own games. It's been a blast, and my players are all in for the ride. And, oh man, the fun part? I love tweaking adventures to fit exactly what my group digs. Like, we've had this '80s Horror Summer Camp run, a wild Fantasy Western, and even this quirky '70s Spy-Themed Ski Resort gig. All of these, I've somehow managed to fit into the Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition framework. It just goes to show how awesome and flexible D&D can be with a little creativity. I kinda pride myself on being able to spin any idea into a game we can play. Mixing up genres, cooking up complex stories, or creating characters that stick with you— I'm all about pushing the envelope and making our tabletop sessions something my players won't forget. It's all about crafting those one-of-a-kind experiences.

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Game Master Reviews (7)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Storytelling

Creativity

Teacher

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Kris

Luke really enjoys his craft and is a talented writer that creates a fantastic RPG experience. He is a fair judge when players dispute. More about story than puzzles and traps. Not a fan of unfounded PvP agro. And willing to take 5E Rules and make them work for just about any story line.

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Bill

I began playing TTRPGs with Luke as the GM 3 years ago this month. During this time he has run 2 epic style campaigns, 2 mini-campaigns and several one shots [although some of those took longer as Luke gives the players a lot of leash when playing]. Every game has been unique with fun and enjoyable plots. No 2 games will be the same with Luke as the GM. Before playing in Luke's groups I hadn't played a TTRPG since AD&D 2e over 20 years prior. Luke has been great about helping new players understand the game and allowing them to have fun. You do not need to be a seasoned player to be able to play in a campaign Luke is running as he makes it easy and fun to learn.

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Lydia

As a beginner player, I was so nervous especially my first day playing. Luke made me feel so comfortable and he has helped me grow and even inspired me to GM! He is very creative and takes the players to a new level. All his campaigns are unique, fun and full of surprises. He has been GMing pretty much all his life so he knows how DnD & tabletop games have evolved into the wonderful gaming it is today! His homebrew stories suck you in and the Theatre of the Mind works well as he describes each tale, enemy, and characters. Did I mention his awesome NPCs? You can't go wrong with Luke as your DM! Act now as Adventure Awaits!

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Crystal

Luke is great for beginners and loves to storytell and world build. He encourages creativity and occasionally rewards it. Luke is also able to keep the story going and keep it interesting even if the group gets off track. His NPCs are great.

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Mason Cole

Luke is a super fun DM that I have enjoyed playing with for over two years. Ever one of his sessions I have had a great time, as he gets so into it and loves vining with the players and what they are trying to do in the game. Super good at improv and just an all around awesome guy

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Jeremy

Luke has been the forever DM for our group for over 2 years. During that time we've been playing the same epic campaign with a few breaks for smaller more light-hearted stories. I feel like one shots or 3-4 session stories are where Luke shines brightest. He rewards creativity and keeps things balanced. Every character at the table has a time to shine with Luke.

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