Patrick
he/him
5.0
(3)
Timezone
About Patrick
Greetings Adventurers, My name is Patrick and all my life I have lived in my own little fantasy world. Admittedly, I am somewhat new to tabletop games with my interest in D&D starting at the peak of Covid in early 2020. Ever, since then, I have been hooked. I have been a GM for primarily Fifth Edition D&D and am currently running a multi-year, in-person campaign. Additionally, I DM two single-player campaigns over discord for the past few months. I have also GM'd a number of one-shots and have been a player in a number of different games as well. I am often researching rules, world-building, writing, and purchasing new minis and terrain pieces. Not a day goes by I am not creatively inspired or exploring a new fantasy. I'm a big video gamer as well and have been quite influenced by traditional and fresh ideas from games, books, and movies!
At a glance
2 years on StartPlaying
23 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Rule of Cool, Visual Aid
Average response time: 18 hours
Response rate: 100%
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I got started GMing...
when I saw how much fun it could be to build a story and have agency of all the things in my worlds!
The three words my players would use to describe me are...
fun, dedicated, player-friendly
When I'm not running games I'm...
working full time, playing video games, and whatever my wife wants to do.
How Patrick runs games
For me, the magic of tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons lies in collaborative storytelling. My goal isn't to tell you a story; it's to build a world where we can create an unforgettable story together. As your GM, I see myself as both a guide and your biggest fan, dedicated to making your character the star of the show. I'm heavily inspired by story-first DMs like Matthew Mercer. At my table, you can expect: - Character-Driven Narratives: Your character's backstory, goals, and flaws aren't just flavor text—they are the fuel for the campaign. We will actively weave your story into the main plot. - A Living, Breathing World: The world reacts to your choices. Actions have consequences, NPCs remember you, and your reputation (for better or worse) will precede you. The story moves forward because of what you do. - A Balance of Pillars: I strive for a healthy mix of deep roleplaying opportunities, challenging tactical combat, and intriguing mysteries to solve. - A Welcoming Table: My games are a safe and inclusive space for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or have never rolled a d20 before, you are welcome here.
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I prep by
having a simple note... FOUR HOURS LATER... vigorously writing why Parix the blacksmith has the scar on his forearm and will never forget the day his first love Cecia invited him to rock climb the cliff of Eagle's Ridge on a warm summer day.
My games focus on...
passing reality by and emerging ourselves in a fantasy world!
Rules are...
guidelines. They are there to help, but shouldn't get in the way of fun!
Patrick's ideal table
My table is a space for collaborative, character-driven storytelling. While we play in epic worlds, the heart of our campaigns is always the player characters. Your stories, your goals, and your choices are the engine that drives our narrative forward. The general vibe is welcoming, relaxed, and filled with a healthy dose of humor. We take the story and the emotional moments seriously, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. You can expect laughter, terrible puns, and genuine camaraderie to be as much a part of the session as epic battles and dramatic revelations. My ultimate goal is for every game to feel like a group of friends coming together to create a story we'll all remember for years to come. You'll be a great fit at my table if: You love roleplaying. You enjoy developing your character's personality, motivations, and relationships. You see your character sheet as a starting point, not just a set of stats. You are a team player. You enjoy working with the party, celebrating their victories, and supporting them through their struggles. Our games are about a group of heroes (or anti-heroes) navigating the world together. You are creative and proactive. You enjoy the freedom to make impactful choices and think outside the box. I am a highly responsive DM, and I love nothing more than when a player does something completely unexpected. I will reward your creativity by making your actions have real, lasting consequences on the world. You appreciate a balanced game. You enjoy a story with a healthy mix of deep roleplaying, challenging and meaningful combat, and intriguing mysteries to unravel. You want your backstory to matter. The history you create for your character will become a central part of our campaign, with personal quests and familiar faces from your past woven directly into the main plot.
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If you're into ___, you're going to love my table
joking around
I love it when a player
truly embraces their character. It's my goal to create a living breathing world, and when your character does the same, real magic happens!
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