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Mike

Mike (he/him)

5.0

(28)

Neurodivergent
Cosplayer
Voice Actor

3 years on StartPlaying

494 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Inclusive

About me

I've been playing D&D for the last 20 years, and the last 8 of that have been as a DM. For the past 5 years, I have been professionally organizing and running D&D events for local businesses and communities. I use Foundry VTT for my sessions, with a big collection of animated maps and tokens to bring the game to life. I like to get my players invested in whatever world they're playing in, so I'm always happy to work with you on character creation and weaving in backstories. The game isn't fun for me unless everyone else is having a good time. And yes, I do voices.

GM Style

I have an improvisational DM style that focuses on player agency and fun, with a balanced mix of RP, exploration, and combat. I like to tell big stories with big action, big set pieces, and big emotions. I do a lot of accents and character voices, and try to keep combat fast-paced and interesting to avoid boring back and forth slug-fests.

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Game Master Reviews (28)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Creativity

Storytelling

Inclusive

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Geoff

Played 107 sessions

Mike is absolutely fantastic. He does an incredible job of creating an atmosphere for his games through music, storytelling, and voices. Your character's choices matter, your character's backstory matters, and your character's actions matter. He knows the rules well and does a great job of allowing rule of cool when it fits best. Mike is also collaborative and will work with the players on their ideas and talk through options to ensures everyone understands. He's patient and also checks in with his players regularly. I cannot say enough good things about Mike. Sign up for his games. You won't regret it.

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Jordan

Played 99 sessions

Was very nervous jumping into a group where I didn’t know anyone else but Mike did a great job of creating a fun and friendly environment that was easy to jump into! Great pacing and very knowledgeable, highly recommend!

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Makyma

Played 98 sessions

I've played with mike through three campaigns over the course of a year or so now, and every game has been a blast from the get go (my wednesday nights in particular are a big highlight of my week). VTT setup (e.g. maps, music, effects) are incredible, voice acting and gestures are always unique and top notch, and some of his personal additions to these campaigns have been my favorites in particular. Outside of playing, Mike has also helped give me some starter advice as a new DM and is overall a very approachable person in-game and out-of-game.

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Esinyaow

Played 95 sessions

Mike has been incredible for our Steinheart game and really made all our characters feel important. the roleplay he allows and creates for the group really builds such a comradery for all of us. I am very lucky to have been able to find suck a great group and dm like Mike.

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Shadow

Played 92 sessions

Mike has been a blast from word go I've been in his steinhardts game from session 0 and its been a roller-coaster of players and he just keeps on making it fun for all of us it's suprising to watch the enthusiasm and effort he puts into prepping for each game with great visuals and tons of voices enjoyed him from go. love his humour.

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Todd

Played 62 sessions

Incredibly immersive in his storytelling and quick witted with adjusting to players direction. Keeps the story going and let's the players set the tone and pace. Definitely would recommend to new and veteran players.

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