It's difficult to pick only three tags to describe Steven. He's an imaginative, highly competent, and well-rounded GM who knows how to play to his strengths and encourage player creativity. As of writing this review, I'm five sessions into one of his campaigns and enjoying myself immensely. We got off on a good foot with a Session 0 in which we talked about game expectations, desired tone and themes, and what each player was hoping for. Our first mission arc was heavy on roleplay and exploration, which was our table's preference, and when combat came up it was fun and engaging. He has been very accommodating to my character's motives and backstory, and he has utilized NPCs from my character's backstory, which is awesome. He also allows space for plenty of interaction between PCs, which is perfect for our table. As we start our second mission arc, I feel very invested in the story we are telling, and I look forward to session every week.

Awesome adventure, very entertaining, everyone had their chance in the spotlight. Definitely goes on my list of repeat GM's.

The game was very immersive. Steven painted a good picture of his world an how player characters could interact with other NPCs and the environment. He went into great detail with NPC thoughts, towns, and the game direction. I highly recommend him and I will look for other games from this GM.

I really enjoy Steven's style. I have a great time pitting myself against his stories' ingenuity and seeing who comes out on top. The Rule of Cool is my favorite rule ever and he let's it roll. :-D

Steven S. is an exceptional Game Master who consistently demonstrates creativity, enthusiasm, and a strong commitment to enhancing the player experience. His storytelling skills are nothing short of remarkable, weaving intricate narratives that captivate and engage players from start to finish. Steven's ability to craft vivid and immersive worlds is a testament to his creativity and dedication to the craft. One of Steven's standout qualities is his ability to foster a fun and inclusive gaming environment. He balances the tone of his campaigns perfectly, ensuring that sessions are filled with excitement, humor, and memorable moments. His enthusiasm is contagious, and it significantly contributes to the overall enjoyment of the game. Moreover, Steven excels at encouraging player creativity. He is always open to players' ideas and incorporates them seamlessly into the story, making each player feel valued and integral to the narrative. This collaborative approach not only enhances the game but also empowers players to explore their characters and the world more deeply. In summary, Steven is a phenomenal Game Master whose creativity, fun-loving spirit, and encouragement of player creativity make every session a delightful adventure. He truly goes above and beyond to ensure a memorable and enjoyable experience for all players involved.

I’ve played two oneshots with Steven and I can confidently say that if you don’t sign up for a session, you’ll be missing out because they were some of the most fun I’ve had since picking up D&D a few months ago. Chaos gremlin that I am, I really appreciate the fact that creativity is highly encouraged (within the bounds of logic and reason, of course) and that shenanigans are welcome. The stories were well-written and engaging, with NPCs that felt like they had a life before you showed up in the scene and would continue to have one after. Even though you don’t see a lot of the world during the individual oneshots, there’s no feeling that your character has been dropped in Generic Setting to go Find/Do/Defeat the Generic Thing. There’s a subtle realness to the setting and characters that makes the world feel alive and gives weight to the idea that your choices can have consequences that last far beyond what damage you may take or whether you succeed on a persuasion check. This made for the easiest immersion I’ve experienced so far. As for the out-of-game side of things, Steven is super nice and genuinely wants his table to be a safe place where all the players can just relax and have fun. And as someone who is always a little nervous playing with a new GM/players, I very much appreciated the welcoming and chill environment. Not really surprising, then, that I had an absolute blast and cannot wait to play at his table again. In the most recent game, I laughed so much I had to mute myself at times so as to not disrupt play, reduced a bad guy to cinders, and the antics, oh, the antics. So, do I recommend this GM? Duh. Go click the ‘Join Game’ link, you silly goose.