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Ross

Ross (he/him)

5.0

(31)

LGBTQ+
Queer
Disabled
Neurodivergent

2 years on StartPlaying

234 games hosted

Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, Inclusive

About me

I've been GM-ing role playing games as long as I've been playing them, going back all the way to ye olde 3.5e days when I was the first in my group to read the Dungeon Master's Guide. Nearly two decades later and this forever DM is ready to share that experience with the world. I've earned my stripes in everything from White Wolf's Storyteller system to several editions and renditions of the DnD formula to the fast and dirty combat of the Shadowrun universe. Multiple campaigns have run to high levels under my stewardship, so you know when you book with me that I'm in it for the long haul. As a neurodivergent person living with a disability, I value the space for creativity and expression that roleplaying games allow for, and I want to give the chance to experience it to everyone. I pride myself on running an inclusive table, and I am a firm believer that neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, disabled, and minority voices enrich the experience for everyone. My email and discord accounts are responsive and checked daily, and I'm always excited to plan character progression, work on background inclusion, or talk mechanics whether you're brand new to the system or an experienced hand.

GM Style

I favor roleplay most of all, both interparty and with NPC's. I love combat, but some of my most fun sessions were won with social rolls and creative thinking. I am always looking for ways to snag my player's interest, so the more attention you give an NPC or location, the more developed it will be.

Game Master Reviews (31)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Storytelling

Creativity

Inclusive

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Pyropus Squantscale The Well-Oiled Dragon Scoundrel

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Played 9 sessions

Ross is all-around a good communicator. He's a very compassionate and accommodating GM who is always willing to work to give players what they want, he's a very good storyteller, and he's fun to chat with pre- or post-game as well. I look forward to his games every week and will definitely be playing in his games again after the current campaign is over.

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Richard Silvera

Played 9 sessions

Truly a masterful VtM DM. Weaved me into an ongoing story effortlessly and made me feel part of the world and the game immediately. Extremely responsive to player requests (I'm a chronic character tweaker). Also masterfully struck a balance between personal horror, action, and emotional stakes. If you have a chance to play in one of his games DO IT!

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Nathan

Played 47 sessions

Our arc was for a dad joke. 10/good

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farsey

Played 14 sessions

Had an awesome session testing the new cosmere rpg! Ross really brought the setting to life while also doing a great job of letting every player get their moment to shine. Highly recommended!

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Deep

Played 1 sessions

Ross is an absolutely perfect DM. We ran a one shot set in the Cosmere universe on the world of Roshar. It was a lot of fun. We ended up bonding our first sprens by the end of it. Would absolutely recommend them.

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Tyler

Played 2 sessions

Ross is a fantastic GM who always checks in and is happy to work with! When my schedule opens up I'd be glad to try and join another game!

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