Mythic Archive | Heroic 5e Narratives

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America/chicago

Language

English

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Published Writer

Game Designer

About Mythic Archive | Heroic 5e Narratives

Hello everyone! I have provided years of heroic, character-driven campaigns with cinematic combat and a deep, creative narrative that players have highlighted in their reviews. All of which I run within FoundryVTT and Discord to provide a streamlined process to get you rolling dice quickly. I also provide clear expectations, quick communication, and punctual sessions with recaps. My name is Donovan/AKA Mythrin and I have been a Game Master for 7 years. I live in Texas and have a B.A. in Creative Writing. I run primarily homebrew campaigns as they allow for more creative freedom both for the players and for me. If I have listed a module that typically means I'm rather fond of the ideas it presents, but I've made changes to give it my personal flair. I always prioritize the enjoyment of my players and create an atmosphere of respect and collaboration where everyone gets the spotlight. I produce campaigns with strong narrative hooks, memorable homebrew monsters, and high stakes. Players often mention my love for pivotal combat encounters that stand on a razor's edge between life and death. I incorporate themes and levels of difficulty based on my players' requests and I'm willing to bend things based on player feedback. If you are interested please feel free to message me, sign up for a game, or join my Discord server! Let me know which of my listings you are interested in or what kind of campaign you want to experience! We'll do a quick Session 0 to discuss safety tools and get a feel for each other to see if it's the right fit. Mythic Archives: https://discord.gg/mvsA9WA Beginner-friendly onboarding available. I'm more than happy to teach rules and Foundry as we play.

At a glance

5 years on StartPlaying

148 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Sets the Mood

Average response time: 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

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I became a GM because

I love to tell stories. I love monsters and making them. I love the wide range of creative outlets it provides.

I got started GMing...

after I listened to a bunch of NADDPOD which naturally led me to watch Critical Role. I was so inspired by the stories they told, and the impact they had on me that I wanted to try my hand at it.

My favorite books are

Dungeon Crawler Carl, the Locked Tomb series, Eragon: the Inheritance Cycle.

How Mythic Archive | Heroic 5e Narratives runs games

Style- Roleplay and Combat focused sessions pitted against dangerous homebrew antagonists Campaigns- Custom designed narratives and themes within official worlds (I like the maps) Homebrew- I often make homebrew items/powers to hand out to my players that advance during certain story based milestones Inclusivity- LGBTQ+ Friendly Voice Acting- I do my best Requirements- Ages 18 + The following disclaimer does apply to all of my games: **PHOTOSENSITIVE WARNING: READ BEFORE PLAYING!** A very small percentage of individuals may experience epileptic seizures when exposed to certain light patterns or flashing lights. Exposure to certain patterns or backgrounds on a computer screen, or while playing video games, may induce an epileptic seizure in these individuals. Certain conditions may induce previously undetected epileptic symptoms even in persons who have no history of prior seizures or epilepsy. If you, or anyone in your family, have an epileptic condition, consult your physician prior to playing. If you experience any of the following symptoms while playing -- dizziness, altered vision, eye or muscle twitches, loss of awareness, disorientation, any involuntary movement, or convulsions -- IMMEDIATELY discontinue use and consult your physician before resuming play. Assets- FoundryVTT, DnD Beyond Sourcebooks, Forgotten Adventures Assets, JB2A Animated Assets, battle maps/scenes made by Inkarnate or Dungeondraft, Battle maps by Eightfold Paper, Battle maps by Cze and Peku, Battle Maps by Stained Karbon Maps, Battle Maps by Darkest Maps, Music and Sound Effects by Monument Studios.

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I deal with rules issues by...

leaning in to rule of cool if there is no RAW. If there is a glaring conflict I will do what I can to meet a player in the middle.

When it comes to voices

I do what I can to make NPC's feel unique in both voice and personality. I doubt I'll win an Oscar though.

Mythic Archive | Heroic 5e Narratives's ideal table

Combat is a big part of my games. Expect regular tactical encounters with meaningful stakes, smart enemies, and room for creative problem-solving. I enjoy the “crunch” of 5e and run combat with clear rulings and fast pacing. Roleplay matters just as much: I build NPCs with strong motivations and hooks tied to your characters, and I love scenes that push relationships, choices, and character arcs forward. This table is a great fit for players who enjoy learning the mechanics and using them cleverly, while also investing in party dynamics and story. New players are absolutely welcome. I’m happy to teach as we play and make sure everyone feels confident.

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I am for a vibe that's...

relaxed and dedicated to telling a good story with a healthy mix of humor but, not afraid to embrace the tension that naturally occurs in some scenarios.

I love it when a player

Commits to a character decision even if they know it will result in a not so ideal outcome. I reward those moments with inspiration every time.

I think it's a red flag when players...

aren't mindful of shared spotlight. I'm happy to focus on your character, but I also protect space for everyone else. If you enjoy collaborative play, and helping others shine, you'll fit right in.