GM MorganJ (he/him)
5.0
(44)
3 years on StartPlaying
129 games hosted
Highly rated for: Inclusive, Creativity, Storytelling
About me
Did a player just make a hilarious joke, or did I unleash an unspeakable horror on the party? Could be either. That’s part of the fun. I’ve been playing roleplaying games for over 25 years and running them for 15. I started with Dungeons & Dragons, but quickly fell in love with story-driven games like Call of Cthulhu, City of Mist, and many more. My specialty is introducing new players to roleplaying and helping veterans discover new systems they’ll love. Over the years, I’ve run long campaigns single session games, streamed games online in the UK and US, facilitated LARPs, and hosted sessions at conventions for renowned publishers like Chaosium and Hunters Entertainment from coast to coast of the US and Canada. I’ve also been a part of developing new digital tools to enhance the gaming experience — including RPG Stories, a virtual tabletop platform, and RPG Archivist, a tool that tracks your story and answers questions about your game while you play. Add in over a dozen playtests for new, pre-release roleplaying games and systems, and you’ll find I’m no stranger to picking up new players quickly and giving them a great time while they feel right at home. ⸻ 🎲 What I Offer ✅ A professional, experienced storyteller. ✅ Beginner-friendly games with clear explanations and a welcoming atmosphere. ✅ A safe, inclusive table. ✅ A chance to build a regular game night you’ll look forward to every week. ✅ Stories that range from epic fantasy to eerie mysteries, gritty noir, and cinematic horror. ⸻ ⭐ "This was hands down the best game session I've ever been in. I've been privileged to play with big names and many creators running their own games and adventures. I would play in a game run by MoraganJ over any of them" ⭐ “One of my favorite experiences at Gen Con 2024.” ⭐ "He took a group of new players to the game and led us through a captivating, suspenseful experience that introduced us to the game and told and amazing story." ⭐ "It felt totally organic in a way that I can say, without hyperbole, I’ve never experienced before in a one-shot like this." ✨ Let’s Roll Some Dice Whether it’s your first time playing or your fiftieth, I’d love to run a game for you. Let’s dive into new worlds, tell some amazing stories, and make sure every session is something you can’t wait to come back to.
GM Style
I love introducing new players to roleplaying games and running games for long-time GMs alike — because at the end of the day, most of us are here to tell cool stories, not memorize rulebooks. Rules are great for keeping everyone on the same page, but they aren’t what make a game fun (unless you are an accountant, in which case I’ve got a Call of Cthulhu character sheet with your name on it). My games focus on collaborative storytelling, memorable characters, and those unforgettable moments where the table erupts in laughter, gasps, or cheers. Whether you’re after heroic victories or gloriously catastrophic defeats, you’ll find a place at my table. Come stream an incredible story with me on Mythic Journeys.
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Game Master Reviews (44)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Inclusive
Creativity
Storytelling
Morgan is a wonderful storyteller and skillfully weaves his stories. His clear and concise rule explanations ensure that all players are on the same page. The inclusive and welcoming vibe in his games creates a comfy atmosphere, making it a highly recommended choice for an unforgettable experience! Additionally, I’d like to emphasize that I’ve had the pleasure of participating in three of Morgan’s games: a thrilling case in City of Mist, a Call of Cthulhu one-shot, and my ongoing campaign in a City of Mist: Nights of Payne Town. Morgan’s approach puts beginners (such as myself) at ease, making the journey enjoyable and accessible. He is a phenomenal Game Master! 🎲✨
Morgan is such a great storyteller, he’s perfect for Call of Cthulhu. I seek out his games whenever I can and am always happy to find a new one. My experience with him has been a series of one-shot and short series adventures, which have been both exciting and engaging. I’ll definitely play with him again. I mean, you can only get consumed body and soul by Cthulhu so many times before getting the ritual right, right? Right?!?
MorganJ provided an amazing interactive session for beginners to City of Mist. He was clear, respectful, and allowed for amazing player creativity and character development. He used excellent storytelling cues, asked interesting questions of characters and put together some awesome montages for us. It was truly a pleasure to play with MorganJ as the MC and I highly recommend him for players who are looking for great storytelling and amazing character interactions.
I had a chance to do a one-shot with Morgan at GenCon and it was an amazing experience. One of my favorite TTRPG experiences ever, bar none. He took a group of new players to the game and led us through a captivating, suspenseful experience that introduced us to the game and told and amazing story. Highly recommended!
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