Rexenstein

he/him

5.0

(6)

Timezone

America/los Angeles

Language

English

Identity

Artist

About Rexenstein

I grew up in the 80s and 90s, in a golden age of comic books, horror movies, fantasy and sci-fi tv shows and of course tabletop role-playing games. Though I didn't get to play as much as I wanted to as a kid, joining randoms groups at the local comic shop whenever I could, I found that as an adult I could play as much as I wanted as a forever DM. I have been running campaigns and one-shots for friends and family members for the last five years. I enjoy a variety of games but have found that most of my players gravitate toward Dungeons & Dragons. In terms of fantasy, I am inspired by authors like Jack Vance, Michael Moorcock and Andrzej Sapkowski. I lean more toward elements of horror and value roleplaying and character interaction more than combat scenarios but understand the feeling of victory after a great battle. I also know the value of the social elements of playing TTRPGs and how more people found a new creative and social outlet most recently through the pandemic. I see roleplaying as an escape from the stresses of reality, an opportunity to express oneself creatively and artistically and a cooperative storytelling exercise that builds lasting memories.

At a glance

Less than a year on StartPlaying

Highly rated for: Inclusive, Creativity, Teacher

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I became a GM because

I couldn't find a group to game with so I made my own. Now I am living happily as a forever DM.

My 3 systems I'd bring to a desert island would be

Dungeons & Dragons, Call of Cthulhu, and Alien RPG

When I'm not running games I'm...

going to the gym, playing video games, and reading fantasy, horror and sci-fi novels.

How Rexenstein runs games

As a GM I encourage roleplaying interactions. I try to create NPCs that come to life with distinct voices, mannerisms and personalities. For combat I attempt to create cinematic and immersive encounters which play out like an action scene instead of a just a series of dice rolls. I also like to integrate puzzles and problem-solving opportunities that allow players to use creativity and ingenuity based on their character's abilities. I want to give each player opportunities to shine and lean into their backstory.

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My games focus on...

allowing the party to lead the way, encouraging roleplay and creativity.

When it comes to voices

I don't expect my players to use them but I try to use accents and mannerisms to entertain and make it easier to differentiate between NPCs.

Rexenstein's ideal table

I look for characters with range that are just as comfortable with a serious moment as they are with a little levity. Players should "be" their characters at the table instead of playing them like a video game character.