Matt
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About Matt
I've been playing D&D 5e since 2019 (mostly as the "forever DM"), averaging 3 - 4 sessions per week (literally hundreds of sessions and/or thousands of hours) for multiple groups independently. I have experience running games for kids 9 - 18, adult groups, and even groups of individuals on the Autism Spectrum. I tend to run a "PG-13 leaning rated R" game that is geared more towards a slightly faster action pace while still leaving room for roleplay. As a DM, I provide full access to all content I have in D&D Beyond and use a mix of D&D Beyond Maps and Roll 20 (depending what might work best for the session). I put homebrew touches on the WoTC modules so even if you've played it or ran it as GM yourself, it will be different with me. I use your background and like to weave pieces into the storyline to make it personal for you as the player and your character. I use safety tools and provide a SAFE SPACE for ALL. ALL are welcomed at my table.
At a glance
1 year on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Creativity, Sets the Mood, Storytelling
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
Featured Prompts
My favorite books are
Fantasy and Mystery/Thrillers
People are always surprised when I tell them
My only D&D experience is 5e and beyond
The three words my players would use to describe me are...
Detailed. Fun. Fair.
How Matt runs games
I tend to run a "PG-13 leaning rated R" game that is geared more towards a slightly faster action pace while still leaving room for roleplay. I would say 60% action-pace / 40% roleplay. As a DM, I provide full access to all content I have in D&D Beyond and use a mix of D&D Beyond Maps and Roll 20 (depending on what might work best for the session). I put homebrew touches on the WoTC modules so even if you've played it or ran it as DM yourself, it will be different with me. I use your background and like to weave pieces into the storyline to make it personal for you as the player and your character. I use safety tools and provide a SAFE SPACE for ALL. ALL are welcomed at my table.
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I deal with rules issues by...
hearing all sides, making a ruling and moving on. Post session, I may openly discuss the ruling and how to rule it more officially moving forward (as to not take away time at the table but circling back to get on the same page)
I prep by
When running a publish module, I make subtle adjustments and tweaks to avoid being "straight by the book" - to avoid players looking playing with spoilers.
Rules are...
A guide and mainly followed, but sometimes narrative wins out
Matt's ideal table
My tables are mostly loose and fun. As a GM, I am not out to unalive your PC. I want you to feel the danger when its narratively appropriate, and the threat of character death is there, but I let the dice and the players narrative tell the story. Rule lawyers should likely avoid my table, as I often will deeply the "Rule of Cool" when it suits the narrative or plot. I don't like wasting a ton of your game time on rule debates, we are playing a game after all. I like to make quick, logical judgments to keep things moving. Just come with an open mind, ready to laugh and loosen up with each other!
Featured Prompts
I am for a vibe that's...
fun and loose
I love it when a player
uses magic or abilities in unique ways
My perfect party mix is
Don't underestimate the amount of damage spellcasters can put out. Also, make sure someone in the party has an ability or spell that helps with healing.
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