Robin
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About Robin
🏳🌈 Robin: He/They | LGBT+ 🏳🌈 Hello! I’m a professional GM with five years of professional experience and about twelve years now playing ttrpgs, with ten of those being in the DM seat. I've spent that time specializing in RP-heavy, character-driven storytelling. I currently run multiple long-term campaigns, including two tables nearing their three-year mark which are about to transition to new adventures, one ongoing for almost two years, and another that has been in progress for one year. My background is in writing, amateur acting, and improv, and while I’m not a professional voice actor, I enjoy incorporating voices into sessions and continually expanding my skills (I’ve also been told I can do a near-perfect sheep impression 🐑). I’m a proud activist who prioritizes inclusivity and safety for minority groups at my tables. I’m particularly known for Waterdeep: Dragon Heist, my comfort campaign, for which I’ve written expansions and additional content emphasizing faction intrigue, exploration, and RP potential. This material has been well-received, and I’m currently compiling a rewrite to release on DM’s Guild. ⭐ Current Full Campaigns D&D 5e – Waterdeep Expanded: Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday nights D&D 5e – Curse of Strahd: Monday and Wednesday nights D&D 5e - A House Divided: Saturday night ⭐ Coming Soon I’m exploring short adventures and one-shots in other systems, including: -Avatar Legends -Call of Cthulhu 7e -Bladerunner: The TTRPG -The One Ring TTRPG -Pathfinder 2e -Vampire: The Masquerade 5e -DIE! The Roleplaying Game -Monsterhearts -Cyberpunk RED -Delta Green -Pirate Borg I’m also open to one-on-one PbP Duets, starting at $60/week for a base adventure. Prices vary based on complexity and posting frequency, and are negotiable. Feel free to reach out!
At a glance
3 years on StartPlaying
188 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, Inclusive
Average response time: 3 hours
Response rate: 100%
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I became a GM because
I unfortunately had a run-in with a true horror-story of a DM early on as a player, and wanted to create tables where no one ever feels the way my fellow players and I did. Also, none of my other friends wanted to step up. So here I am ten years later. A forever DM!
My favorite books are
The Red Rising series, Mistborn, and the Legend of Drizzt series which I have been collecting since high school.
The three words my players would use to describe me are...
From a few of my players who I polled: 1. Detailed 2. Adaptable 3. Personable
How Robin runs games
✅ You matter. I prioritize a communal storytelling experience where the party is at the core of the story. Player agency is always respected, and your choices shape the narrative. ✅ A healthy group. Safety, inclusivity, and respect are essential. My tables are welcoming spaces where players can make friends and explore stories safely. Toxic behavior will not be tolerated. ✅ Communication. Open dialogue is key. If concerns arise, we address them together, respectfully, and in a timely manner. ✅ Immersive storytelling. I focus on complex NPCs, a living world, and player-driven plots, helping make your character an integral part of the story. ✅ VTT setup. I use Foundry VTT (main) and have extensive experience with Roll20. KenkuFM is added to my discord for music and sound effects. Handouts, theater-of-mind splash pages, and hand-picked high quality battle maps are ready for use. Players do not need to pay or sign up anywhere for Foundry access. Everything else is handled via Discord. 🧙♀️ My DM Style -Rule of Cool & RAW: I favor rulings that create dynamic, exciting scenes without breaking the game. -Immersive visuals: Beautiful maps, splash pages, and handouts to enhance RP and storytelling. -Friendly community: I want my tables to feel like a group of friends, not just a transactional service. Even if money is involved, it's not as fun when you don't enjoy hanging out with the group. -Music & sound: Curated playlists and soundboards are set up to emphasize tension and atmosphere. -Player agency: I enjoy setting up occasional one-on-one check-ins and brainstorming sessions to get a clear picture of exactly where you're wanting to go with your character and the game. -Combat: Challenging but sparse encounters, I tend to set them up to be tied closely to story beats instead of just for the sake of having fights. ⚙️ Gameplay & VTT Details -Automated and animated effects for spells and attacks -Secure Foundry VTT hosting via The Forge -Dynamic lighting and effects, including animated weather and day-to-night cycles. -Extra time and effort into setting up theater of the mind photos, custom tokens, character cutouts for immersive scene setup, and quality maps with a high level of detail. Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/sesssHUFmR New to SPG? Use this link to get $10 off your first game! https://startplaying.games/referral/cl4oru8fl6eb2bopk67031dmd ROBIN'S GAME STYLE: Exploration: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Humor: ⭐⭐⭐ Social RP ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Puzzles: ⭐⭐ Combat ⭐⭐
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I deal with rules issues by...
by communicating clearly. With so many options and interactions in most TTRPGs, mistakes are bound to happen. I clarify when needed and try to handle long rule discussions during breaks or after the session so gameplay stays smooth, and will change my rulings accordingly.
I prep by
a big-picture approach! I enjoy plotting motivations, key locations, and events that can slot into play as needed. Most of my prep happens up front so I know the material well, allowing me to stay flexible and respond dynamically to player choices at the table as they occur in the moment.
Rules are...
made to be carefully bent to serve the story. I respect the core rules, but I embrace flexibility. Some of the best moments come from creative shenanigans that aren’t strictly RAW, and can enhance the story's narrative dramatically when done respectfully to the table's understanding of mechanics.
Robin's ideal table
My table is roleplay-focused, character-driven, and collaborative. Players who enjoy deep storytelling, exploring complex relationships, and making meaningful choices will feel right at home. I prioritize a safe, inclusive space where all players are respected and encouraged to express themselves. Humor, creativity, and imagination are welcomed, and bold or unconventional character concepts are embraced as long as they fit the story and respect the group. Players who thrive at my table typically enjoy lore, immersive RP, and a lighter focus on combat, letting character development and narrative drive the action.
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I love it when a player
…pushes buttons, asks questions, and probes NPC motivations. I enjoy adding layers to events and characters that are not always revealed passively. I heavily enjoy the chance to seed in secrets and extra details to find if given extra attention.
I think it's a red flag when players...
…ignore realistic consequences or treat the story like a checklist. I enjoy it when actions have weight, so players who consistently try to bypass consequences can disrupt the game.
My table is not the place for...
Players who require a high level of combat regularity, or who are focused solely on mechanics at the expense of roleplay instead of incorporating them together, will not thrive here. This table also isn’t for those who disrupt the group, disrespect others, or refuse to engage collaboratively.
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