game master profile header image

Cost Per Player

$20.00
Anya Maria

Anya Maria (she/they)

5.0

(5)

LGBTQ+
Queer
Neurodivergent
Women/Femme Identifying

Less than a year on StartPlaying

21 games hosted

Highly rated for: Inclusive, Sets the Mood, Teacher

Average response time: 17 hours

Response rate: 100%

About me

Hi, I’m Anya! I’ve been playing D&D for six years and GM’ing for two, running story-driven, player-focused campaigns that encourage creativity and problem-solving. I love designing challenging encounters, memorable NPCs, and immersive worlds where your choices truly shape the story. My goal is to create a game where players feel engaged, invested, and excited for what’s next. I strive to make my table inclusive and welcoming for everyone, whether you’re a veteran adventurer or brand new to the game. Seeing players get immersed in a world and watching their characters grow is what makes running games so rewarding for me. I use D&D Beyond for character sheets and maps, along with atmospheric music to enhance the experience, whether you’re in a tense negotiation or exploring a forgotten ruin. Outside of D&D, I enjoy ice skating and watching hockey, and when I’m not on the ice, I’m probably planning my next adventure.

GM Style

🎭 Roleplay & Story – I love deep character stories, dramatic arcs, and reactive NPCs. No voices, but plenty of emotion and immersion. Bring messy backstories, and I’ll make them matter. ⚔️ Combat & Mechanics – Fast-paced, tactical, and dangerous but fair. Expect smart enemies, dynamic battlefields, and no hand-holding—play smart, or die trying. 📜 GM Style – Player-focused, story-driven, and high stakes. Your choices shape the world, and actions have real consequences.

Social
What's StartPlaying?

Tabletop Roleplaying Games Run by Game Masters

  • Find a game to join solo or search for a professional game master for you and your friends/coworkers/family.

  • Book your session and wait for the Game Master to approve you.

  • If you don't have a blast with your first game, your next game is on us.