Shinii (he/him)
5.0
(24)
2 years on StartPlaying
268 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Inclusive
About me
Hello, I'm Shinii! RPGs are one of my main hobbies. I grew up reading and writing fantasy myself (which I still do), and playing a bunch of (J)RPGs. As such, I try my best to transfer my writing skills and game knowledge into making interesting NPCs and plots that use my players' backstories. I mainly focus on sessions for beginners, as I love teaching this hobby to people that are interested, but I've also run high-level games successfully! For my homebrew campaigns, I have a custom world, in which all of my players play (and some other DMs DM in!), because I like the idea of the players leaving a real mark on the country/world. Real as in, their actions have consequences that can be felt in other players' games!
GM Style
I generally try to have a good mix of everything, however, I also adapt a lot to the players. I've had whole sessions with nearly nothing but characters interacting with NPCs and each other, and others with epic boss fights. If everyone has fun, that's all that matters! Expect interesting NPCs, challenging combat, a living world, a safe environment for people from all walks of life, and a lot of help and patience if you're new! Rules are good and I follow them most of the time, but I love creativity. Roleplay is greatly appreciated, I change DCs based on roleplay and/or creativity. That said, it is not mandatory if you're new and unused to it, the goal is always to have fun, and hopefully get you used to it! Last but not least, if you're not playing a module, my games take place in a world of mine called "Aesos". You will not be the only party playing there at the time, and so each group's actions can have consequences for other groups, or players to come!
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Game Master Reviews (24)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Teacher
Inclusive
Krista
Played 24 sessions
I would definitely recommend anyone join one of Shinii's campaigns. The story telling is amazing, the environment is super open and friendly. This was my first experience with playing and it was so awesome. I had a great time and I will definitely be joining a future campaign.
Fraser
Played 43 sessions
Aside from being a game master who is proficient, consistent, and always acts professionally, Shinii goes beyond by skillfully crafting an experience. This doesn't just mean the gameplay; he pays attention to subtle cues and artfully guides the story / discussion / mood in the most productive direction. Our group has rich character interplay and a healthy interpersonal dynamic because he is always thinking one step ahead to set up the conditions for us to have a fun and fulfilling session.
JB
Played 4 sessions
A fun DM who runs great sessions!
Chill
Played 8 sessions
very fun for my first game, cant wait to play more
Joshua Mitch Franklin
Played 23 sessions
I recently had the pleasure of playing in a Dungeons & Dragons campaign run by Shinii, and I cannot recommend him highly enough as a Game Master. From start to finish, Shinii provided an exceptional experience that was engaging, immersive, and fun. One of Shinii's greatest strengths is his responsiveness to communication. No matter when I had a question or needed clarification, he was always quick to respond and ensure I understood everything clearly. This fostered an environment where I felt comfortable asking questions and made me feel valued as a player. Shinii's mastery of character voices is also incredibly impressive. With a wide repertoire of voices and accents, he truly brings each non-player character to life in a unique and memorable way. His voice acting skills significantly enhance the immersion and vividly animate the fantasy world. In addition to his voice talents, Shinii demonstrates an expert command of the rules of Dungeons & Dragons. Scenarios ran smoothly without interruptions to look up rules, allowing the story and action to flow naturally. As a beginner player, I really appreciated how he took time to explain rules and mechanics when needed. Overall, Shinii is an exemplary Game Master who excels in every important aspect - communication, acting, rulebook knowledge, and campaign management. Whether you're a total newcomer or a seasoned veteran of D&D, I give my highest recommendation to join one of Shinii's campaigns for an unforgettable fantasy experience.
Laurel
Played 59 sessions
Shinii is a wonderful GM! He's great at putting up and going along with our beginner party's shenanigans and is wonderfully patient in teaching us how to play the game. I wholeheartedly recommend his sessions for anyone who wants to get into D&D, as he has been absolutely amazing!!
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